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Audi Q7 vs Hyundai Santa Fe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (507 HP vs 253 HP), boot space and price (69300 £ vs 51200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q7 or Hyundai Santa Fe?

Audi Q7

Hyundai Santa Fe

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

Q7 @ 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.

Hyundai Santa Fe has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51200 £, while the Audi Q7 costs 69300 £. That’s a price difference of around 18128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 1.70 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi Q7 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 84 km, about 30 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q7 has a decisively edge – offering 507 HP compared to 253 HP. That’s roughly 254 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q7 performs noticeable 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 Q7 pulls significantly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm difference.

Q7 @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is minimal lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2055 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q7 offers slightly more room – 887 L compared to 711 L. That’s a difference of about 176 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q7 performs barely noticeable better – up to 2255 L, which is about 223 L more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q7 noticeable takes the win – 885 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q7 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 £69,300
Q7 @ Audi AG

Audi Q7

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 507 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 11.9 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 84 km
Audi Q7
Hyundai Santa Fe

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Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.

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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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Audi Q7
Hyundai Santa Fe
Q7 @ Audi AG
Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
69300 - 99000 £
Price
51200 - 58400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 11.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 - 84 km
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 271 g/km
co2
38 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Length
5072 mm
Length
4830 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1703 - 1735 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1863 - 2255 L
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 507 HP
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Torque
500 - 770 Nm
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 373 kW
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
Is the Audi Q7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-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.