The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox are two great options to consider if you're in the market for a dependable SUV with luxurious features and all-weather capabilities.
However, choosing between two highly impressive models can be tough. That's why Winner Hyundai is here with our 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vs. 2017 Chevrolet Equinox comparison to help you make your car buying decision.
Interior Space and Comfort
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and the 2017 Chevy Equinox can deliver great comfort as you travel through Dover, Rodney Village, and Wyoming. These SUVs are home to a variety of interior amenities, including an automatic climate control system and heated power-adjustable front seats.
The interior of the Santa Fe Sport is also spacious. It has 108 cubic feet of passenger volume and 71.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume.
The Chevy Equinox isn't as roomy compared to the Santa Fe Sport. Overall, the Equinox has about 99 cubic feet of passenger volume and up to 63.7 cubic feet of cargo volume.
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vs. Chevrolet Equinox Features
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is equipped with numerous luxury features as well. For instance, it comes with the available Hands-Free Smart Liftgate that automatically opens when you've been standing behind the car for more than three seconds with your keys.
A cutting-edge infotainment system with Android Auto™ is available as well for access to mobile apps, entertainment features, and connectivity features. The system also works with an available navigation system with SiriusXM Travel Link® to help you get to your next destination.
An advanced infotainment system and navigation system is available for the 2017 Chevy Equinox too. Unfortunately, it doesn't come with a convenient hands-free liftgate.
All-Weather Performance
In terms of performance, the Santa Fe Sport and the Equinox are quite similar. Both come with two powerful engine options, and both get exceptional fuel economy. These SUVs have an available all-wheel drive for enhanced performance capabilities.
The 2017 Santa Fe Sport can also tow up to 2,000 pounds with its standard engine. The Equinox, on the other hand, only has a standard towing capability of 1,500 pounds.
On top of that, the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is the only SUV between the two that offers Drive Mode Select for a customizable performance.
Reliability and Safety
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport gained a great reputation for reliability and safety when the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave it a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating. Plus drivers love it because it offers advanced features for peace of mind.
Some of these safety features include Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Smart Cruise Control with stop/start capability, and Dynamic Bending Light, an adaptive lighting system to increase visibility.
The 2017 Chevy Equinox only received a 4-Star Overall Safety Rating from the NHTSA, but it does offer a variety of safety features. Unfortunately, it doesn't come with technologies like the ones found in the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport for added dependability.
Which SUV is Better for You?
Both SUVs are great in their own ways, but when we compare them to each, the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is the better SUV for drivers in Dover, Wyoming, and Rodney Village.
So experience the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport for yourself and schedule your test drive at Winner Hyundai today.
