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Dacia Sandero vs Hyundai Tucson – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Hyundai Tucson?

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

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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.

Dacia Sandero has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Hyundai Tucson costs 30600 £. That’s a price difference of around 19929 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

Tucson @ 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 Hyundai Tucson has a convincingly edge – offering 252 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs a bit better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls significantly stronger with 379 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm difference.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is significantly lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 453 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers convincingly more room – 620 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 292 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1799 L, which is about 691 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson somewhat takes the win – 545 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Tucson proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Tucson is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 64 - 70 km

Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Hyundai Tucson

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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Hyundai Tucson
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Tucson @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
10700 - 16700 £
Price
30600 - 46300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
64 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 140 g/km
co2
22 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
Trunk capacity
328 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Length
4510 - 4535 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
Payload
404 - 436 kg
Payload
523 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Power HP
136 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Power kW
100 - 185 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as 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.