The 2024 Hyundai Tucson and 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe feature sleek, modern designs and spacious tech-packed interiors ideal for running errands around town or heading out on a family adventure. With their versatile seating and ample cargo space, these SUVs effortlessly adapt to your every day. The Tucson and Santa Fe differ in size and seating capacities, though they share many cutting-edge safety and connectivity technologies. Our team at Sid Dillon Hyundai has crafted this 2024 Hyundai Tucson vs. Santa Fe comparison to help guide you toward the SUV that fits perfectly with your lifestyle.
Browse our new Tucson inventory and our new Santa Fe inventory to discover the latest models available at our Hyundai dealership in Lincoln, NE. Once you’ve chosen your ideal SUV or want to compare both, schedule a test drive to take a closer look. For any questions, reach out to us online or by phone at (402) 318-3300, and our experts will be happy to help.
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The refreshed 2024 Hyundai Tucson presents various design and convenience enhancements. Access to premium amenities is now extended to lower trim levels, offering a heightened sense of luxury and convenience for all. The sporty Tucson N Line is exclusively equipped with a hybrid engine that generates greater power and improved fuel efficiency from the previous model year.
Learn more with our Tucson review, and use our Tucson trims guide for help choosing your ideal SUV.
New features of the 2024 Tucson include:
2024 Hyundai Tucson
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Redesigned from the ground up, the all-new 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe boasts a longer wheelbase and a larger body with squared proportions. With its increased size, the Santa Fe receives an extra row of seating from the previous model year, making it a three-row SUV capable of seating six or seven passengers. The Santa Fe generates an impressive 277 horsepower and features advanced in-cabin technology such as a built-in ultraviolet-C (UV-C) sanitizer compartment, dual wireless charging pads, and an expansive panoramic curved digital display.
Learn more with our Santa Fe review, and use our Santa Fe trims guide for help selecting your perfect model.
New features of the 2024 Santa Fe include:
2024 Hyundai Tucson
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
One notable distinction between the 2024 Hyundai Tucson and 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is their size. The two-row Tucson comfortably seats up to five passengers and offers a maximum of 74.8 cubic feet of cargo space. The three-row Santa Fe seats six or seven people depending on the configuration, and boasts a maximum of 79.6 cubic feet of cargo space. Both SUVs are standard with a 60/40-split folding second-row seat providing passenger seating and cargo space flexibility when you need it.
Compare interior sizes and capacities in the following table.
| 2024 Hyundai SUV | Tucson | Santa Fe |
|---|---|---|
| Seating Capacity | Five | Six or seven |
| Max. Cargo Volume | 74.8 cu.-ft. | 79.6 cu.-ft. |
| Cargo Volume Behind Second/Third Rows | 38.7 cu.-ft. / – | 40.5 / 14.6 cu.-ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 108.2 cu.-ft. | 152 cu.-ft. |
| Legroom (Front/Second/Third Row) | 41.4 / 41.3 in. / – | 44.4 / 42.3 / 30 in. |
| Headroom (Front/Second/Third Row) | 40.1 / 39.5 in. / – | 41.1 / 40.6 / 37.7 in. |
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson and 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe deliver impressive power and efficiency for your daily drives. Each SUV is equipped with a four-cylinder engine and offers standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or available HTRAC all-wheel drive (AWD). The Tucson provides a 2,000-pound maximum towing capacity while the Santa Fe can tow up to 4,500 pounds when properly equipped.
Compare engine specifications and towing capacities in the following table.
| 2024 Hyundai SUV | Tucson | Santa Fe |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L I4 | 2.5L turbo I4 |
| Horsepower | 187 HP | 277 HP |
| Torque | 178 lb.-ft. | 311 lb.-ft. |
| Drivetrain | FWD / HTRAC AWD | FWD / HTRAC AWD |
| Transmission | Eight-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC® | Eight-speed dual-clutch with SHIFTRONIC |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs. | 4,500 lbs. |
| MPG (City / Hwy) | 25 / 32 | 20 / 29 |
The 2024 Tucson achieves up to 28 combined MPG and the Santa Fe provides up to 24 combined MPG. Both SUVs offer hybrid model variants that deliver dynamic performance and an eco-friendly driving experience. The Tucson Hybrid achieves up to 38 combined MPG, the Tucson Plug-in Hybrid achieves up to 35 combined MPG, and the Sante Fe Hybrid offers up to 36 combined MPG.
2024 Hyundai Tucson
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Embrace an array of digital innovations designed to keep you and your passengers entertained along every mile. Both SUVs share smartphone mirroring, wireless device charging, and premium Bose® sound systems. Music, media, and hands-free calling are accessible through an 8- or 10.25-inch touchscreen on the Tucson and a 12.3-inch touchscreen on the Santa Fe. Additionally, high-resolution instrument cluster displays on the Tucson and Santa Fe provide real-time data and vehicle alerts.
Available Tucson-exclusive connectivity features include:
Available Santa Fe-exclusive connectivity features include:
Shared available connectivity features include:
The Hyundai SmartSense suite of driver assistance systems on the 2024 Hyundai Tucson and 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe offers assurance on every drive. Standard features on each SUV include a rearview camera with parking guidance, driver attention warning, and lane-keeping assist. An advanced rear occupant alert system and side distance parking warning are exclusively available on the Santa Fe.
Shared driver assistance features include:
Visit Sid Dillon Hyundai to experience the new Hyundai Tucson and Santa Fe SUVs. You can schedule a test drive online or stop by our dealership in Lincoln, NE, at your convenience. If you have questions, please reach out to our team online or by calling us at (402) 318-3300.
