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Audi Q5 vs Hyundai Santa Fe – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi Q5 or Hyundai Santa Fe fits your lifestyle better.

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

Q5 @ Audi AG

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.

Audi Q5 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44800 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 6386 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 1.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Audi Q5 with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi Q5 performs clearly better – achieving up to 100 km, about 46 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

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 Audi Q5 has a distinct edge – offering 367 HP compared to 253 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q5 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Santa Fe tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 54 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q5 pulls evident stronger with 550 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

Q5 @ Audi AG

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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Audi Q5 is minimal lighter – 1910 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers noticeable more room – 711 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs noticeable better – up to 2032 L, which is about 559 L more than the Audi Q5.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe somewhat takes the win – 665 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q5 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £44,800
Q5 @ Audi AG

Audi Q5

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 92 - 100 km

Audi Q5

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The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.

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Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe offers a refined blend of style and functionality, making it a strong contender in the SUV market. Its modern interior, combined with advanced technology and comfort features, creates an inviting and practical driving environment. With its sleek design and robust performance, the Santa Fe is well-suited for both urban commutes and family adventures.

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Audi Q5
Hyundai Santa Fe
Q5 @ Audi AG
Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
51200 - 58400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
38 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4830 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?

The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.