Compare performance (659 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (99200 £ vs 51200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Hyundai Santa Fe?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Santa Fe has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51200 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47957 £.
As for electric range, the BMW i7 performs significantly better – achieving up to 624 km, about 570 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 BMW i7 has a convincingly edge – offering 659 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 371 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW i7 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: BMW i7 pulls decisively stronger with 1100 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is evident lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2595 kg. The difference is around 675 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly perceptible more room – 711 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 211 L.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe slightly takes the win – 665 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.
The BMW i7 is clearly superior overall 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 i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.
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.
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Price
99200 - 157200 £
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Price
51200 - 58600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
559 - 624 km
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Electric Range
54 km
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Battery Capacity
101.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
90 - 160 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
67 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2595 - 2770 kg
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Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 L
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Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
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Length
5391 mm
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Length
4830 mm
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Width
1950 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Height
1544 mm
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Height
1720 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
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Payload
480 - 535 kg
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction 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
455 - 659 HP
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
196 km/h
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Torque
650 - 1100 Nm
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Torque
380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
335 - 485 kW
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.