3 Reasons Why The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Significantly Outranks The BMW X3
With the flood of SUVs and crossovers currently on the car market, it may be hard to figure out which one truly leads the pack. To make it easier, we compared two major high-ranking crossovers on the market: the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy and the BMW X3. Upon making these comparisons, it was clear that one was ultimately untouchable.
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Is More Budget-Friendly Than The BMW X3
First off, nearly any Hyundai vehicle is virtually guaranteed incredible value, as the automaker has a reputation for producing masterful cars and SUVs for a near-unbeatable price. According to Car and Driver, the latest Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy has a starting price of $43,935 (plus destination fee), while the 2023 BMW X3 has a less reasonable price of $47,195 (plus destination fee)…and that’s only for the base model.
The Hyundai Santa Fe Has Many Features Similar To The BMW X3
One would think that with the BMW X3 framed as a luxury model, it would at least act as a worthy competitor with its powertrain…WRONG! The highest trim level of the Santa Fe is geared with a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine that has an output of 281 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque.
Meanwhile, the base BMW X3 uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that produces 248 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.
On the one hand, choosing the higher X3 M40i or the X3 M would provide much more power, but it would cost almost twice the price of the Calligraphy. Besides outputs, the high-ranking Santa Fe possesses several of the same niceties as the X3, with the most significant ones include:
- An all-wheel drivetrain
- Power Liftgate
- A 10.25-inch touchscreen navigation system
- A premium audio system
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Remote start
- Nappa leather seats
- A surround-view monitor
On top of this, the Santa Fe even has Smart Park technology that enables autonomous parking in tight spaces.
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Has Similar Safety Features and Awards As The 2023 BMW X3
Another area where Hyundai often excels is safety. Buyers can put their minds at ease when they’re in the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe, as this bad boy has received a five-star safety rating from the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) along with a Top Safety Pick + award from the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety).
Interestingly enough, the 2023 BMW X3 won the same awards, which is likely due to the fact that both SUVs carry similar safety gadgets, which specific ones including:
- Forward collision avoidance assist
- Blind-spot alert
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Driver attention warning
At length, the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy is the clear winner between the two. It’s less expensive than the 2023 BMW X3 and provides more bang for your buck, even when compared to the X3’s higher trims. It also has similar safety features but is still just as safe.
Southern Team Hyundai
When the time comes to purchase the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe, check our new car inventory online on our dealership website, Southern Team Hyundai. We sell a wide range of vehicles from the brand that ranges in several shapes and sizes. Once you find something that suits your needs and interests, chat with one of our representatives for more information and assistance.