Agree 100% with the conclusion of the video. One of the main reasons I chose to go with the Santa Fe (USA model) was because we felt we were getting better performance and features for the price than the Sorento. Even though the styling of the Sorento was more appealing.

@embrj1453

2 жыл бұрын

agreed, the santa fe is just fugly

Love the comparison videos! I also enjoyed the editing! 👍🏻

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you David for enjoying our head to head review.

What's up my Korean brother! Merry Christmas to you and your family. I just bought a used Hyundai Santa Fe last month. And I love it. It is the 2018 Santa Fe ultimate with a turbo.

I love the Santa Fe. I want to buy one here in Australia. Also what’s that cool song playing in your video?

Greetings from Botswana I absolutely love your channel, great editing and cinematography in every video. My only complaint is that you don't review a lot of trucks it would be nice to see you make an off road video.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Conan for tuning in from Botswana. Love to visit Botswana. Thank you.!

Excellent review sir!! Well done.

I really enjoyed the competition video, and was surprised that the Hyundai came out on top more often than not. In my neck of the woods, there are no Santa Fe's to be had - they have already been scooped up.

Love this comparison style video. Would you do the Tuscan vs Sportage review next? I would love that.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, we will see what we can do. Thanks Paul.

We just picked up our 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL with 2.5L engine. We Love it. We’ve had the Explorer, FJ Cruiser, a KIA Sorento, and now the Hyundai. The Hyundai is by far the best of all. We test drove the Mitsubishi Outlander which was pretty in a jewel like way but the Hyundai is tops. My hats off to the Koreans at Hyundai on bringing a well mannered yet affordable luxury SUV to the masses. Ole Gearhead.

Excellent videos as always,shame you can't review our uk model as we don't have that silly singular exhaust like some u.s models do or that nasty tan interior.we get a luxury pack adding light grey nappa leather which I went for when my ordered car.Arrives end of February I HOPE for our new march "23" registration.ordered a year in advance

Really excellent video and detailed information.. I’m leaning more toward the KIA, but mostly for the look.. thanks for making the video

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure.

excellent video thanks

I have the latest Santa Fe 2.2 diesel limited, by far the most outstanding vehicle I have ever owned and I absolutely love it, very nice to drive and they have great features. Looking forward to seeing what the hybrid version is going to be like in NZ.

Great comparison video Charlie! I’m shopping for a suv in Seoul right now! Palisade or Mohave? Not quite sure. Please do more comparison videos!

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, we will keep it rolling. Thanks gene.

It was a great comparison video, but why no info about the trunks?! Specially when the 3rd row of seats are in use?

Awesome review 👍

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for enjoying our head to head review.

Nice👍👍👍 Cheers from KZ🇰🇿🇰🇿🇰🇿

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for enjoying our head to head.

In my opinion, this Kia is the best looking in the full Kia/Hyundai SUV lineups

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Kia Sorento looks great.

@Mikeyp1054

Жыл бұрын

Definitely not

Currently still own a 2017 Santa Fe Sport. Still very happy with it and plan to stick with it for many more years. cant wait to see what Kia and Hyundai does in the future.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Hyundai Santa Fe is very nice SUV. Thanks Scout.

@fakedazzleful

2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any engine issues on your Santa fe?

Great Review, Charlie and congrats for getting close to 200K subscribers! Anyway I wonder how the US marketing team with Hyundai decided to skip the 3rd row seats for this Santa Fe and keep the seats for the Sorento. I have the Sorento PHEV and love the "emergency" 3rd row, but I really hope they add the middle seat on the second row (US Spec HEV/PHEV)

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Tony for your support. We couldn't have come this far without your support. And yeah, i know, I don't understand why you guys don't get 3rd row seats in US. Thanks.

@javencera

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure they did it to try to force buyers to get the Palisade. Its at least $15k extra money....

@aracelyvazquez5770

Жыл бұрын

So the Santa Fe does not come with the third row in US?

@javencera

Жыл бұрын

@@aracelyvazquez5770 not anymore. I had a 2017 Santa Fe that still had the 3rd row but I think they changed on the 2019 model to try to force you to get the palisade if you wanted a 3rd row model. I now have a 2020 model with no third row.

Great review

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mathew.

Thanks, this is very helpful. Price in Europe is almost the same between the two and it's hard to choose.

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it's really up to you.

Wow! I was expecting the Kia to be the more "athletic" one. Great review thanks!

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

I know right, Aussie 아빠? It didn't seem right, but yes, Hyundai is more athletic one.

Well done 👍 Charlie.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you A J for enjoying our head to head review.

I believe that the Hyundai is more towards global design while Sorento is going for a more US design but overall in my opinion the Hyundai is the one to go because it is more ergonomic, it doesn't have the glossy black and it is a little bit faster.It will be very interesting if Hyundai will come with a fresh new badge design.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Soare for your opinion.

Loving this one thanks for sharing very information blessed love to all knowledge is power hopefully everyone pays attention keep up the good work it’s a win win situation in witch one you choose just wish they would make them twin turbo at least four hundred horse the Hyundai is going to be a n line very soon can’t wait the same for kia 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lyn. Glad you liked our head to head between Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento.

Wonderful!

2 very good looking cars. Like bouth but little more Santa Fe because you have more option with interior configuration. Great video Charlie 👌 🙂

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you milan.

@milanstefanicka7256

2 жыл бұрын

@@AsianPetrolhead your videos are always good 🙂

I choose the Hyundai Santa Fe over the Kia Sorento. Their both are pretty much identical but what made me went with Hyundai was Hyundai offers a really good warranty and features for a fair price.

Great review. No 3rd row in US Santa Fe's....

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you guys get third row seats.

When you do head to head comparison, it's really interesting. I'm more for Kia except the gloss black parts.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for enjoying our head to head review.

I got the 2022 all wheel drive Santa Fe hybrid and I live in California didn’t know it came with 3 rows of seats I thought only the palisade came with 3 rows ? we love our Santa Fe

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, we do get 3rd row seats here in Korea.

Great review. I own the previous generation Sorento (2017) which I feel was more sophisticated and understated, while this new generation is over-done a bit. But it’s still handsome from the front/back with its boxy-look. We don’t get 3 row Santa Fe in Canada, so Sorento is the choice I went with!

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Well, you have to see the new Kia Sorento. Looks pretty great, too!~ Thank you Azure Chern.

They are both beautiful SUVs. Kia Seronto I love that gear shift. Whereas the Hyundai Santa Fe the exterior body is very well designed. I am choosing 🤔🤔🤔 Hyundai Santa Fe.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sandile.

Very nice review Charlie!! Interesting comparison, what's the name of Sorentos color??

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

IT's called Platinum Graphite. Thank you DJ.

Both Santa Fe & Sorento are great vehicles ! Sorento has amber/orange rear turn signal intergrated into regular taillight assembly, Santa Fe rear turn signal down low and red - win for Sorento as more visible & safer rear turn signal placement ! Prefer Sorento interior over Santa Fe. Both exteriors are good. Much would depend on how they drive ... Both will continue to do well in marketplace ! Slainte' ! Cheers !

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Marc. Yes, both are great!

Well I enjoyed the video. It was very nice and quiet. I actually traded my Kona N for a quiet ride and technology. I bought the Hyundai Santa Fe plug-in hybrid.

Love this guy

Hyundai really need to hire a special designer for in charge to design the tailgate.

I love the interior of the Sante Fe but the exterior if the Sorento. Since I spend most of my time inside the car, instead of looking at it from the inside, I would choose the Sante Fe.

Miss your reviews Charlie. :(

Both beautiful design

Both vehicles are winners to me. It's like having to choose between your left and right arm. Any owner would be fortunate to own either vehicle. A win-win situation, Ravi Peiris M.D.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your concise summary.

I don't know whay i love KIA Sorento.. My first lovely watching review form you about KIA Sorento.. Really i loved it Charlie

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gacemi!

I test drove a Kia Sorento PHEV and liked it, yet I found the seats a bit hard and didn't care for the black gloss dash and mostly touch buttons. I may wait for the Sante Fe which to me looks better inside and outside and has plenty of push buttons and knobs!.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter. Yes, I think Santa Fe comes with more comfortable seats.

While you describe the 2022 Santa Fe as just a “facelift” there were far too many changes, including dramatic interior changes, that make it feel like a new model over the 2019/2020 models.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, but still facelift. Hope to show you the brand new one soon! Thanks.

Greetings from Turkey. Got a question... What do you tjink about 1.6L hybrid motors which both Kia and Hyundai use. Do you think this engine would take you long life or need change around 100k km

Very good 👍

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Soroosh for enjoying our head to head review.

Wonder if uk version of sorento top spec has fob feature to drive car front and back

Trunk size might be the same but the opening (very important for loading/unloading) is not. The Sorento is much wider. I also like the more masculine line of the Sorento. I also easily prefer the Sorento wireless charging since I have a large 6.9" flagship phone -- with a case. It would never fit in that small slot in the Santa Fe's.

I have the new Santa Fe and is so good

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

Yes, Santa Fe is a lovely car.

I've only seen like two of these Sorento's on the road. They no longer offer the the drivers side thigh extender, hood struts, and other features offered in previous top trims.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Really? I see so many here in Seoul.

Thank you for the review. Could you explain the "EV" driving mode? Can you drive the SUV in Full EV (full electric) mode on a highway? (The vehicles you tested are both Hybrid models, did I understand right? Not the "Plug-In Hybrid" models...

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can, but like I told you there isn't any EV button for Santa Fe and Sorento, so the car will choose when to go EV and it works even on highway driving situation, too.

This guy is 100 percent a Hyundai fan

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

Well, we do give you most recent Hyundai, Kia and Genesis reviews, b/c we get them fast.

What’s the name of the song playing on the beginning of this video?

I have a 2021 Santa Fe 40k miles and a 2017 Sonata with over 130k miles. Hopefully I'm a couple of years after college I can get a Hyundai Palisade.

Great review really enjoyed it. A bit disappointing that Kia rolled out the Sorento without airbags for the 3rd row seats, also missing wireless charging for the infotainment system, missing USB-C ports in 2022! Any idea when the N3 platform will receive a facelift? Thanks for this comparison :-)

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome. I think Santa Fe will come out with all new model 1st sometime next year and then Sorento will follow.

@givensapula3395

2 жыл бұрын

@@AsianPetrolhead that's great news. Thanks Charlie! Really enjoy watching your video content...keep them coming sir! Watching all they from Cape Town, South Africa.

any chance to compare the santa fe vs the 2023 crv? now they are almost same size even though not direct competitors

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

I would look into that. Thanks.

I have a 2021 Kia Sorento... diesel engine... great car for the price and 7 years warranty!

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@SLCQD

2 жыл бұрын

@@AsianPetrolhead I wanted to buy a Staria after having seen your video but a/ it's not available in Belgium and b/ it's the old Diesel engine... (poor performances vs V Class) :( Anyway, congratulations and congrats for your YT Channel, almost 200k subs!

In the US Santa Fe doesn't come with 3rd row. I drove both hybrid Sorento and hybrid Santa Fe. I found that massive center console to be very intrusive into the driver's space. I am 6'1" 240 lbs and I greatly enjoyed the test drive in the Sorento, while I felt cramped in the Santa Fe, my knees had no where to go. The acceleration on the Sorento was better but may be because it had more miles and possibly was more broken in. I also think the Sorento is MUCH more attractive, and I found myself admiring it everytime I walked up to it, where as with the Santa Fe it just felt like walking up to a plain car.

In America, the highest trim from the Kia Sorento Hybrid is an EX trim (Phev gets more features).. Hev does not come with some of the features you are showing.. No manual shade in back and no full electronic gauge display and a few more.. We ordered the kia sorento ex hybrid and new kia sportage sx prestige hybrid! I can't wait!

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you guys get Kia Sorento fully loaded in N. America.

@rushmoresociety2577

Жыл бұрын

The 2023 in US has all those things

Where did he find a third row Santa Fe 2022 I’m from the states and I don’t think they are sold out here

I am dringen the kia sorento 2022 and i really enjoy it. And fuell economy is amazing.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

I definitely like the Kia more but both are basically copy’s of each other and comes down to what type of looks you like, and of course availability on lots

I like the interior design of the Kia Sorento

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

I like Hyundai Santa Fe interior design.

I like more the Kia, thank you Charlie for the video.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Alen.

Merhaba sence hangisi ? Iyi aksamlar

The Hyundai Santa Fe interior design by far is much better than Kia Sorento

Santa Fe has softer ride and less stable roadholding when I tested them. Surprised you found the opposite.

Hey Charlie, What is your take on Kia Sorento 2.2 diesel and Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 diesel, which is better?

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

Both are very similar, so you have to choose according to your design preference. I mean both are great SUVs. Thank you Mon.

Love my 2022 santa fe

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Great!

thank you however, 6-seater Santa Fe is not available in the US....

Designe of KIA Sorento is the best for me ....more futuristic. ...

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

yes, Sorento is looking more fresh!

Doesn't the FWD give the Kia an unfair advantage on mileage? And what speed did you do the highway test with?

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mathew. Both are actually front wheel drive. Thank you for enjoying our shoot out.

@stargate25645

2 жыл бұрын

@@AsianPetrolhead we don't get the option of FWD on the Tucson hybrid in the states, so I guess there's that caveat to mention, too. And any idea on the speeds?

Just FYI: Santa Fe diesel is no longer available in EU (at least in Poland). I'm waiting for my Sorento 2.2D, it should arrive at the end of November (ordered on beg. of February)

@kengreen9915

Жыл бұрын

Just re introduced back into UK. All 4Wd auto 2.2 diesel which choice of premium or ultimate and about 7 or 8 colours

I may be looking to sell my 22 kia Sorento s hybrid AWD shortly if anyone is interested. The only catch is you will have to meet me at the dealership I originally purchased it from so they can do an in and out transaction so I don't lose my stupid tax money.

It appears they took out replacement tyres for both cars like their German competition 😉

Kia Sorento 👍

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for vote!

Does the 2023 Santa Fe have 3rd row seats in the US..?

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think you guys do in the US. But hope you do soon!

Do they catch on fire too??

Kia gets my vote.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian.

It seems like the US version of the Samta Fe does not come with a 3rd row. I've been calling dealerships they're all telling me No only 2 rows

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, hope you guys get it with the 3rd row seats.

I just don’t get why the US doesn’t have the Hybrid calligraphy Santa Fe. Highest Hybrid we get is the Limited, which is missing some of my favorite features.

I like both but I prefer the KIA looks both interior and exterior. Hey Charlie can you find out what is going on with factory delays over there in KIA? I ordered my Sorento 9 months ago and still waiting. They still did not manufacture it because of microchip supply issues :(

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

I have asked. And it's all things delay of materials and high demand. Hope you get your soon Yiannis.

@yiannis550

2 жыл бұрын

@@AsianPetrolhead thanks! I hope too! 😁

I like the interior of the Kia Sorento much more. Especially the two tone steering wheel make a huge difference. The ventilation in the dashboard of the Santa Fe is identical to the one from the previous model and is outright ugly in my opinion. However, it still would be a tough decision between the two because the Hyundai seems to be the better car overall. And it's incredible how both cars go with only a 1.6L engine and how seamless the transition between gasoline and electric propulsion is. Impressive pieces of technology both makes.

@waynerm002

2 жыл бұрын

Hyundai has typically gone the route of making their vehicles with a luxury feel and KIA does sporty. From these 2, I would choose the Santa Fe as it has a quieter cabin and the look isn’t that bad. I would go plug-in hybrid though.

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Daniel for your opinion!

Sorento all day for me on Aussies roads.

I can’t find a Santa Fe with a third row. Is it special order?

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

we have it for Korean spec model. But not in N. America.

As much as I like the hyundai better, I think the review was biased on the KIA. Got bashed on almost every area plus the facial expressions when reviewing the KIA

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

Well, I liked both SUVs. It just depends on your design preference.

Good car.❤️️❤️️❤️️

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Both are very beautiful,post me both please.

Slight edge to Sante Fe, both interior and exterior. Could easily be negligible, too... 😏

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Both are great SUVs. Thank you Steven!

I prefer #Kia #Serento which its design language steal my heart. Lately I noticed that Korean and Chinese products design getting better and better than #Japanese #automakers

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Kia Sorento looks more fresh with all new brand new design.

How was a 3 row Santa Fe reviewed? That version does not exists in North America for the 2022 model!

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

We have 3rd row for Korean spec model, hope you guys get it soon!

Santa Fe

@AsianPetrolhead

Жыл бұрын

Thanks.

Sata fe the best, sorento = dacia duster

💯

I haven't seen a Hyundai Santa Fe in the US with a third row, only 2 rows. Not the 2022 as shown in this video or the new 2023.

So Which one is better for your openıon?

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Like I said, if you want better looking and more efficient one go with Kia Sorento. But if you want something more responsive and better interior material, then go with Hyundai Santa FE.

kIA sorento all the way

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dany.

Sorrento is looking sport car

@AsianPetrolhead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is looking great!