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Alfa Romeo Tonale vs Hyundai Santa Fe comparison

Compare performance (268 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (35,500 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Tonale or Hyundai Santa Fe?

Alfa Romeo Tonale vs Hyundai Santa Fe: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Tonale

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tonale

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Alfa Romeo Tonale is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,500 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Alfa Romeo Tonale uses 3.4 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Alfa Romeo Tonale offers slightly more range – reaching up to 62 km, about 8 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Santa Fe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers marginally more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 268 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers somewhat more torque with 380 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Tonale

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Alfa Romeo Tonale is slightly lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers visibly more boot space – 704 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries somewhat more – 665 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Santa Fe comes out modestly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £51,700
Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 239 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 54 km
Alfa Romeo Tonale
Hyundai Santa Fe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Alfa Romeo Tonale

The Alfa Romeo Tonale embodies the brand's timeless elegance and sporty DNA, captivating drivers with its bold design and dynamic presence on the road. Inside, the Tonale impresses with a perfect blend of luxury and cutting-edge technology, offering a sophisticated driving experience that remains true to the Alfa Romeo spirit. With its agile performance and distinctive character, the Tonale stands out in the competitive SUV market, appealing to those who seek both style and substance.

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Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe blends practical family friendliness with a hint of premium style, offering roomy, sensible packaging wrapped in modern, confident design. Inside it serves up comfortable seats, straightforward tech and a calm, composed ride that makes daily drives feel a little more grown up — a solid all‑rounder that doesn’t try to be flashy.

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Alfa Romeo Tonale
Hyundai Santa Fe

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,500 - 53,200 £
Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 km
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
77 - 138 g/km
co2
90 - 162 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 535 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 268 HP
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 197 kW
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Hyundai
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