Car Price Comparison
Toyota Highlander vs.
Hyundai Santa Fe

On this site: compare the Toyota Highlander and Hyundai Santa Fe in terms of:

On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Toyota Highlander and Hyundai Santa Fe. Including:

Toyota Highlander exterior Hyundai Santa Fe exterior Toyota Highlander interior Hyundai Santa Fe interior
Toyota Highlander exterior Hyundai Santa Fe exterior Toyota Highlander interior Hyundai Santa Fe interior

Specifications Comparison
Toyota Highlander vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

Model Year20102009
ModelHighlanderSanta Fe
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase109.8106.3
Length188.4184.1
Width75.274.4
Height68.167.9
Curb Weight41784022
Fuel Capacity19.219.8
R1 Headroom40.640.2
R1 Shoulder Room59.759.5
R1 Hip Room56.755.8
R1 Legroom43.242.6
R2 Headroom40.139.6
R2 Shoulder Room59.558.6
R2 Hip Room56.555.0
R2 Legroom38.336.8
R3 Headroom36.334.8
R3 Shoulder Room55.053.9
R3 Hip Room42.344.6
R3 Legroom29.231.3
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
10.310.0
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
42.334.2
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
95.478.2
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Toyota Highlander vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Model Year20102009
ModelHighlanderSanta Fe
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price$33,070$28,845
AWD$1,450$1,700
Bluetooth cell phone link $325
Class II trailer hitch $350
Extra Value Package 8$3,400 
Floormats$275$135
Navigation system $200
Running boards$649 
Satellite radio$449 
Touring Package $3,350
Towing Prep Package$220 
Tubular side steps $395
Total options$6,443$6,455
Destination$800$750
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Price$40,313$36,050
Lowest Net Price Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV
Difference$4,263
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Invoice Comparison : Toyota Highlander vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.

Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices.
Model Year20102009
ModelHighlanderSanta Fe
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Invoice$29,762$27,076
AWD$1,305$1,581
Bluetooth cell phone link $292
Class II trailer hitch $316
Extra Value Package 8$3,060 
Floormats$180$107
Navigation system $186
Running boards$425 
Satellite radio$359 
Touring Package $3,116
Towing Prep Package$176 
Tubular side steps $356
Total options$5,505$5,954
Destination$800$750
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Invoice$36,067$33,780
Lowest Net Invoice Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV
Difference$2,287
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Feature Comparison : Toyota Highlander vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses

These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.

In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you.
Model Year20102009
ModelHighlanderSanta Fe
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine270hp V6242hp V6
TransmissionT5 ($1000)T5 ($1000)
DrivetrainAWD ($1700)AWD ($1700)
EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway)17 / 2317 / 24
Tires (rear if not equal)245/55-19235/60-18
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9605, 10
Accessories  
AC power outlet ($100)Not incl.Package
Keyless access and ignition ($250)StandardNot incl.
Power liftgate ($350)PackageNot incl.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
Brake assist ($50)StandardNot incl.
Compact spare tire ($75)Not incl.Standard
Full-size spare tire ($225)StandardNot incl.
Hill descent control ($250)PackageNot incl.
Knee bag, driver ($100)StandardNot incl.
Rearview monitor ($200)StandardNot incl.
Rollover sensor ($100)StandardNot incl.
Side curtain airbags ($350)Not incl.Standard
Side curtain airbags, three rows ($500)StandardNot incl.
Cargo Management  
Cargo cover ($75)StandardNot incl.
Cargo mat ($40)StandardNot incl.
Class II trailer hitch ($200)Not incl.Option
Class III trailer hitch ($250)PackageNot incl.
Liftglass or separately opening upper tailgate ($150)StandardNot incl.
Overhead sunglass holder ($25)Not incl.Standard
Removable second-row console ($200)StandardNot incl.
Roof rack ($300)Not incl.Package
Roof rails ($250)StandardNot incl.
Trailering equipment (4 wire) ($125)PackageNot incl.
Climate Control and Infotainment  
Automatic air recirculation ($100)Not incl.Standard
CD changer, in-dash ($325)StandardNot incl.
CD player ($125)Not incl.Standard
MP3 player input jack ($100)StandardNot incl.
Rear air vents with automatic controls ($250)StandardNot incl.
Rear air vents with manual controls ($150)Not incl.Package
Surround sound ($100)Not incl.Standard
Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems ($150)PackageNot incl.
Exterior  
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) ($250)Not incl.Standard
Bright exhaust tip(s) ($50)Not incl.Standard
Running boards ($350)OptionNot incl.
Tubular side steps ($350)Not incl.Option
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Conversation mirror ($25)StandardNot incl.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Leather seating surfaces, third row seats ($300)StandardNot incl.
Manual fore-aft second row ($75)StandardNot incl.
Manual recline second row ($75)StandardNot incl.
Power fore-aft, passenger first row ($100)StandardNot incl.
Power recline, passenger first row ($100)StandardNot incl.
Power thigh support, driver first row ($100)StandardNot incl.
Stowable center seat second row ($150)StandardNot incl.
Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total.-$3,040-$0
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Toyota Highlander vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison.
Model Year20102009
ModelHighlanderSanta Fe
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Net Price (from Price table)$40,313$36,050
Adjustment (from Feature table)-$3,040-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Price$37,273$36,050
Net Invoice (from Invoice table)$36,067$33,780
Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices.-$2,720-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Invoice$33,347$33,780
Lowest Adjusted Price Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Price Difference$1,223
Lowest Adjusted Invoice Highlander Limited 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Invoice Difference$433
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Notes

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.

Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.

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