If you’re comparing the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse vs the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, you’re looking at two of the best mid-size SUV options today. Each model brings three rows of seating, advanced safety features, and user-friendly tech. But only one may truly fit your lifestyle. At Jay Hodge Chevrolet of Muskogee, we’re here to walk you through what makes these SUVs unique.
The 2025 Traverse has plenty of space for multiple passengers and offers excellent family-friendly comfort. Its interior is spacious, with good materials and a contemporary design. The cabin has room for up to eight passengers, and the second and third rows can accommodate larger adults. The third row has fold-flat seating with plenty of cargo room.
The Santa Fe’s interior is bold and boxlike. The interior is finished with luxurious materials such as Nappa leather and even recycled plastics. It also has three rows, but the third row can only comfortably seat children or smaller adults. Hyundai incorporates smart storage, such as a two-way center console and intelligent cubbies. Some of the controls are touch-sensitive, which can be problematic to use in bright sunlight or with gloves on.
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Rows: Three Max Seating: Eight Cargo Capacity: 98 cubic feet Upholstery Options: Cloth, Evotex™, Leather, and Premium Options |
Rows: Three Max Seating: Six to Seven Cargo Capacity: 79.6 cubic feet Upholstery Options: Cloth, Nappa Leather |
Both the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe and the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse provide solid mid-size SUV performance, but the Traverse is more powerful, with better towing capacity. The Traverse features a potent V6 engine and a smooth nine-speed automatic transmission for confident and capable handling.
The Santa Fe provides adequate torque and good day-to-day power, but it can be less refined at low speeds with its dual-clutch configuration. The Traverse excels in terms of overall strength.
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Base Engine: 2.5-liter 4-Cylinder Horsepower: 328 horsepower Torque: 326 lb-ft Transmission: Eight-Speed Automatic Max Towing Capacity: Up to 5,000 pounds |
Base Engine: 2.5-liter Turbocharged I4 Horsepower: 277 horsepower Torque: 311 lb-ft Transmission: Eight-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Max Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds (4,500 pounds with XRT) |
The Traverse is loaded with the Chevy Infotainment 3. It includes a large touchscreen, smartphone integration, and a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. Controls are easy to reach and use. Some trims add premium Bose® audio, wireless charging, and navigation.
The Santa Fe uses a sleek curved screen system. It combines two 12.3-inch displays and offers wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. It looks high-tech, but some climate controls use touch sensors, which aren’t easy to use while driving.
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Infotainment Screen: 17.7-inch Touchscreen with 11.0-inch Digital Gauge Display Audio System Options: Standard Six-Speaker or Available Bose® Premium Standard Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility Available Wireless Smartphone Charging Standard Bluetooth® Connectivity |
Infotainment Screen Options: Two 12.3-inch Displays Audio System Options: Available Six-Speaker System Standard Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility Wireless smartphone charging: Standard in all Models Except for the Calligraphy Trim Standard Bluetooth® Connectivity |
Safety is top of mind in both SUVs. The Traverse comes with the Chevy Safety Assist, with forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and more. You also get an available rear camera mirror, HD surround vision, and adaptive cruise control.
The Santa Fe matches this with its SmartSense suite. It has adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, lane-keeping assist, and even a highway driving assist. It also includes a UV sanitizer and fingerprint sensor on some trims.
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Chevy Safety Assist 360-Degree Camera System Rear Parking Sensors Adaptive Cruise Control Lane Departure Warning System Blind-Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking |
Hyundai SmartSense Surround View Camera Rear Parking Sensors Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go Lane-Keeping Assist Blind-Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Forward Collision Warning and Automated Emergency Braking |
The 2025 Chevy Traverse is built for families who want power, space, and peace of mind. It gives you more seating, higher towing capacity, and easy-to-use tech. Its clean design, helpful features, and roomy interior make it a great SUV for everyday life and long trips.
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe brings fresh style and clever tech. It’s a solid pick if you like bold design and modern features. But if you need more space, better performance, and a trusted name in family SUVs, the Traverse delivers more where it matters.
Come visit us at Jay Hodge Chevrolet of Muskogee to test drive the all-new 2025 Chevrolet Traverse for sale in Muskogee, OK. We’ll help you find the trim that fits your needs and get you rolling in a ride everyone will love. We look forward to seeing you!
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