2027 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2026 Kia Sorento | Webb Hyundai Highland

August 17th, 2026 by

2027 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2026 Kia Sorento

Webb Hyundai Highland | (219) 923-2277 | 9236 Indianapolis Blvd, Highland, IN 46322

QUICK ANSWERThe 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe makes 277 horsepower and carries a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The 2026 Kia Sorento opens lower at $32,390 and its turbo four makes 281 horsepower.

How do they compare?

2027 Hyundai Santa Fe 2026 Kia Sorento
Starting MSRP, base trim $35,050 (2026 model year) $32,390
Base engine 2.5L 4-cylinder 2.5L 4-cylinder, 191 hp
Uplevel engine 2.5L turbo, 277 hp 2.5L turbo, 281 hp
Uplevel torque 311 lb-ft class 311 lb-ft
EPA-estimated MPG range 20/29 FWD to 19/25 XRT AWD 20/29 to 23/31
Rows Three Three
Max seating 7 7
Powertrain warranty 10-year / 100,000-mile 10-year / 100,000-mile

Which is the better buy?

The Sorento opens about $2,660 lower and its turbo four edges the Santa Fe by 4 horsepower, so on a spec sheet these two are close to a coin flip. The Santa Fe answers with a boxier third row, the XRT off-road trim with all-terrain tires and 4,500-lb towing, and available features the Sorento does not match at the same trim level. Both carry the same 10-year powertrain warranty.

Where does the Santa Fe win?

The Santa Fe answers the Sorento with the XRT off-road trim, a boxier and more usable third row, and 4,500-lb towing. Both carry the same 10-year powertrain coverage, so warranty is a wash here.

Which suits Lake County drivers?

If you regularly carry seven or tow near the limit, weigh the 2026 Kia Sorento carefully. For most families driving between Highland and Hammond, the Santa Fe’s combination of standard content and warranty is the easier case to make.

This page is part of our full 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe guide at Webb Hyundai Highland.

Key Takeaways

  • The Santa Fe makes 277 hp from a 2.5L turbo four.
  • The Sorento turbo makes 281 hp and starts at $32,390.
  • The Santa Fe is EPA-estimated at up to 29 mpg highway.
  • Both carry 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranties.
  • The Santa Fe XRT tows up to 4,500 lb.
  • Both are worth driving back to back at Webb Hyundai Highland.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Santa Fe better than the Kia Sorento?
The Sorento opens about $2,660 lower and its turbo four edges the Santa Fe by 4 horsepower, so on a spec sheet these two are close to a coin flip. The Santa Fe answers with a boxier third row, the XRT off-road trim with all-terrain tires and 4,500-lb towing, and available features the Sorento does not match at the same trim level. Both carry the same 10-year powertrain warranty.
Which has more horsepower?
The Sorento turbo, barely, at 281 against 277.
Which tows more?
Both are comparable in this class; the Santa Fe XRT is rated at 4,500 lb.
Which has the better warranty?
Both offer a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

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