2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2025 INFINITI QX50

$34,300 · Crossover

$43,000 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe explodes onto the scene prioritizing sheer space and accessible power, boasting a muscular 277 hp and a cavernous interior, though its 20/29 MPG efficiency trails slightly. Conversely, the 2025 INFINITI QX50 offers a more refined, premium experience, leveraging standard All-Wheel Drive and better fuel economy at 25 MPG combined, even if its 268 hp engine requires premium fuel. The Santa Fe's sticker price of $34,300 undercuts the QX50’s $43,000 significantly—a difference of $8,700—making the Hyundai the budget champion. However, the QX50 counters with significantly more usable space, offering a massive 31.4 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Santa Fe's surprisingly tight 14.6 cu ft for the standard configuration. Performance enthusiasts will note the Santa Fe offers superior torque at 311 lb-ft versus the QX50's 280 lb-ft, fueling its dynamic appeal.

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 lower MSRP of $34,300 and better highway fuel economy of 29 MPG using regular unleaded fuel.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 INFINITI QX50

The QX50 offers substantially more usable storage with 31.4 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Santa Fe's 14.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

The Santa Fe provides a higher torque output of 311 lb-ft, translating to a more robust feeling off the line than the QX50’s 280 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

The Santa Fe delivers significantly more horsepower (277 hp vs. 268 hp) for $8,700 less than the QX50.

Choose the Hyundai Santa Fe if...

You need the best upfront cost savings, starting at an MSRP of $34,300.
You prioritize outright power, leveraging the 277 hp engine and 311 lb-ft of torque.
You want the flexibility to run on regular unleaded fuel for daily commuting savings.

Choose the INFINITI QX50 if...

You require maximum cargo space, as the QX50 provides an impressive 31.4 cu ft capacity.
You prefer the security and all-weather handling capabilities of standard All-Wheel Drive.
You seek a more refined experience, accepting the premium fuel requirement for 25 MPG combined efficiency.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Santa Fe	INFINITI QX50
Length	190.2"	184.7"
Width	74.8"	74.9"
Height	67.7"	66.0"
Wheelbase	110.8"	110.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear 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	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	277 hp @ 5800 rpm	268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	311 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	280 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Transmission Type	8-speed automated manual	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/29 MPG	22/28 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	354.0/513.3 mi.	352.0/448.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	16.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speaker System	—	6
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
One-Touch Power Windows	1	2
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Front Head Room	41.1 in.	41.0 in.
Front Leg Room	44.4 in.	39.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	57.9 in.
Front Hip Room	56.5 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way

Rearseats

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Rear Head Room	40.6 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.3 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	57.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	54.9 in.	53.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	19 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	235/60R18	235/55R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	INFINITI
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2025 INFINITI QX50.

What is the core price difference between the 2025 Santa Fe and the 2025 QX50?

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe has a distinct advantage in upfront cost, starting at $34,300. This is substantially lower than the 2025 INFINITI QX50, which begins at $43,000, creating an $8,700 price disparity between the two crossovers.

How do the drivetrains and fuel needs compare for efficiency?

The QX50 achieves a slightly better combined 25 MPG and utilizes All-Wheel Drive, but it requires premium unleaded fuel. The Santa Fe achieves 24 MPG combined with front-wheel drive but benefits from running on less expensive regular unleaded fuel.

Which vehicle is physically larger and offers more utility?

Despite the Santa Fe being 190.2 inches long, the QX50 provides superior usable interior space, boasting 31.4 cu ft of cargo capacity. The Santa Fe configuration listed here trails significantly with only 14.6 cu ft of cargo space.

Is the QX50 or the Santa Fe more powerful in terms of engine output?

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe delivers a slight performance edge with 277 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. The 2025 INFINITI QX50 outputs 268 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, utilizing a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).

Does the QX50’s AWD justify its higher MSRP over the FWD Santa Fe?

The $8,700 premium for the QX50 includes standard All-Wheel Drive and a likely more luxurious interior refinement characteristic of the INFINITI brand. Buyers must weigh this against the Santa Fe’s lower running costs and strong standard horsepower.

How different are the physical dimensions of these two crossovers?

The Santa Fe is notably longer at 190.2 inches compared to the QX50's 184.7 inches, though the QX50 is slightly wider at 74.9 inches. The Santa Fe also stands taller at 67.7 inches versus the QX50's 66.0 inches.