2025 Honda Passport vs 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

$42,400 · Crossover

$34,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Honda Passport and the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe often comes down to balancing immediate savings against rugged capability. The initial sticker shock is significant, with the Passport starting at $42,400 versus the Santa Fe's $34,300—a difference of $8,100. While the Passport offers slightly more power with 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, the Santa Fe counters with superior efficiency, achieving 24 MPG combined compared to the Passport's 21 MPG. Furthermore, the Passport boasts a notably larger footprint, standing at 72.2 inches tall, suggesting greater ground clearance, which might appeal to adventurous drivers. However, the Santa Fe is significantly wider than its counterpart. Ultimately, both crossovers present distinct value propositions dependent on prioritizing driving dynamics versus initial affordability.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

The Santa Fe wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy of 24 MPG combined.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport is better for families needing utility, offering a massive 50.5 cu ft of cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport appeals more to enthusiasts with its standard All-Wheel Drive and a more robust 280 hp output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

The Santa Fe delivers better overall value, undercutting the Passport's MSRP by $8,100.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You absolutely require standard All-Wheel Drive for challenging weather conditions.
You frequently haul large items, taking advantage of the class-leading 50.5 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You prefer the slightly higher peak power output of 280 horsepower.

Choose the Hyundai Santa Fe if...

Saving money upfront is critical, as it costs $8,100 less than the Passport.
Maximizing miles per gallon is a priority, given its 24 MPG combined rating.
You are comfortable with Front Wheel Drive and appreciate the increased torque of 311 lb-ft.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Hyundai Santa Fe
Length	189.1"	190.2"
Width	78.6"	74.8"
Height	72.2"	67.7"
Wheelbase	110.9"	110.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	277 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	311 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed automated manual
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	20/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.5/468.0 mi.	354.0/513.3 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	215W	—
Speaker System	7	—
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
One-Touch Power Windows	2	1
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	41.1 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	44.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	59.5 in.
Front Hip Room	59.1 in.	56.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	40.6 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.6 in.	42.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.3 in.	54.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R	235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.5 in

Suspension

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Passport and 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Which crossover is the better daily driver for city traffic?

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe generally serves as a better daily driver due to its better fuel economy figures, rated at 20 MPG city versus the Passport's 19 MPG city. While both are large crossovers, the Santa Fe's FWD configuration is sufficient for most standard commutes.

Why is the Honda Passport so much more expensive than the Santa Fe?

The primary reason for the $8,100 MSRP gap is that the Passport includes standard All-Wheel Drive and a more traditional 9-speed automatic transmission, whereas the Santa Fe comes standard with FWD and an 8-speed automated manual. The Passport is also physically taller and offers significantly more cargo volume.

Which vehicle offers more space inside for cargo?

The 2025 Honda Passport is the clear winner in cargo space, providing 50.5 cu ft behind the rear seats. The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe only offers 14.6 cu ft in its cargo area, suggesting the Passport is far better suited for hauling gear.

Does the torque or horsepower advantage matter more?

The Santa Fe has a torque advantage (311 lb-ft vs. 262 lb-ft), which is great for initial acceleration and low-speed grunt, especially when loaded. However, the Passport edges it out in peak horsepower (280 hp vs. 277 hp), which might translate to slightly better performance at highway speeds.

How do the dimensions affect maneuverability?

The Passport is significantly taller at 72.2 inches compared to the Santa Fe's 67.7 inches, which is important if you have low parking garages. Conversely, the Santa Fe is notably narrower at 74.8 inches versus the Passport's 78.6 inches, potentially making tight city maneuvering easier.

Are these vehicles built for off-roading?

While both are crossovers, the Passport's standard All-Wheel Drive and taller height suggest a slight edge in capability over the FWD-standard Santa Fe. However, neither vehicle is designed for serious off-roading, and both use regular unleaded fuel.