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BMW Z4 vs Hyundai Santa Fe comparison
Compare performance (340 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Hyundai Santa Fe?
BMW Z4 vs Hyundai Santa Fe: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Z4
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.
BMW Z4 is slightly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,271 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.
Santa Fe
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 BMW Z4 offers slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Z4
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is noticeably lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 410 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers significantly more boot space – 704 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 423 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries substantially more – 665 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 430 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
from £51,700
Hyundai Santa Fe
BMW Z4
Hyundai Santa Fe
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BMW Z4
The BMW Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.
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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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BMW Z4
Hyundai Santa Fe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 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
157 - 191 g/km
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
281 L
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,864 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 340 HP
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
320 - 500 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
145 - 250 kW
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, 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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