Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Hyundai Santa Fe?
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.
BMW 2 Series is noticeably cheaper – starting at 39,200 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,557 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is clearly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers substantially more boot space – 704 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 314 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 265 kg.
The BMW 2 Series holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
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Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
54 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
2
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Length
4,537 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
1,390 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
237 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Hyundai
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