2023 Honda CR‑V vs 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Which is bigger, the 2023 Honda CR‑V or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe sits 13.6 cm longer than the 2023 Honda CR‑V, representing a noticeable step up in total length. At only 3.3 cm wider, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe doesn't offer any significant width advantage or disadvantage over the 2023 Honda CR‑V. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe gains 9.9 cm in height over the 2023 Honda CR‑V, which often translates to more generous interior headroom. The 2023 Honda CR‑V is 2.1 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe thanks to its higher ground clearance. Even the 11.5 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2023 Honda CR‑V.
Measurements
Length
469.4 cm
483 cm (+13.6)
Height
168.1 cm
178 cm (+9.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
186.7 cm
190 cm (+3.3)
Ground clearance
19.8 cm
17.7 cm (+11.5)
Wheelbase
270 cm
281.5 cm (+0.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.4 cm
16.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
168.1 cm
5.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
186.7 cm
1.8 cm wider than the average Crossover
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
19.8 cm
1.7 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
270 cm
2.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2023 Honda CR‑V offers a massive 700 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe counters with a huge 88 L lead for total hauling with the seats down.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
628 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,949 L
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
1,113 L (+700)
413 L
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,166 L
2,254 L (+88)
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
315.6 L per m (+89.9)
225.7 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
169.1 L per m² (+50.2)
118.8 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
628 L
183 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,949 L
441 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
1,113 L
374 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
413 L
326 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,166 L
295 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
2,254 L
383 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
129%
SAE: above class average (+29%)
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2023 Honda CR‑V and 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe each built in a 5-door format. Choosing the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe fundamentally changes your passenger options, adding 2 more seats over the 2023 Honda CR‑V. The maneuverability is nearly the same, with the 2023 Honda CR‑V holding a slim 0.23 m turning circle advantage. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe carries a substantial 325.1 kg weight increase over the 2023 Honda CR‑V, meaning it may feel more planted and robust, but also less nimble in everyday driving.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
11.4 m
11.6 m (+0.2)
Curb weight
1,575 kg
1,900 kg (+325)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,575 kg
57 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,900 kg
268 kg heavier than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Honda CR‑V or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Honda CR‑V parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 44 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 40 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
40 cm
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 42.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
42.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33.5 cm
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