What are the major differences between the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Veracruz?

[shkrelidlj]

Looking to buy a crossover/suv....i like both of these cars, obv. price is a difference, but picture wise they look very similar...are they??

[beavanjb]

As previously mentioned, size is one difference, along with price, engine, standard features and overall looks, MPG is the same as is the towing capacity, 18 inch wheels and 5 star crash ratings all around. Personally I think the exterior of the Veracruz is a bit plain and prefer the Santa Fe. I think the Santa Fe is the best value of the 3 Hyundai SUV's, the Veracruz is only slightly larger and slightly more powerful, but cost about $5000 more. The Veracruz has the better transmission, 6 speed instead of 5 speed, it also has luxury features like power lift gate and rear A/C. Please check this comparison http://www.edmunds.com/apps/nvc/edmunds/VehicleComparison?op=0&tab=pricing&isbasecar=false&modelid=&styleid=&refid=&maxvehicles=5&vehicleindex=&removestyle=&numCars=2&just=center&disclaimer=false&modelId0=100506150&styleId0=100761212&modelId1=100522808&styleId1=100863238

[Matthew J]

SIZE! they might look different, but the Santa fe is smaller.
Hope this helps - matt