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Ford Focus vs Hyundai Santa Fe – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Ford Focus or Hyundai Santa Fe?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Focus has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 23700 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 1.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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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 Ford Focus has a minimal edge – offering 280 HP compared to 253 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Focus 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: Ford Focus pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 420 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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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: Hyundai Santa Fe offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Ford Focus is convincingly lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 590 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers convincingly more room – 711 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 319 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2032 L, which is about 678 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe somewhat takes the win – 665 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai Santa Fe shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

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Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 239 - 253 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 54 km
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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus is celebrated for its agile handling and stylish design, making it a popular choice among hatchback enthusiasts. Its well-crafted interior offers a comfortable driving experience with intuitive technology features. Whether navigating city streets or cruising on the motorway, the Ford Focus delivers a balanced drive with impressive efficiency.

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Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe offers a refined blend of style and functionality, making it a strong contender in the SUV market. Its modern interior, combined with advanced technology and comfort features, creates an inviting and practical driving environment. With its sleek design and robust performance, the Santa Fe is well-suited for both urban commutes and family adventures.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Price
51200 - 58400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
117 - 183 g/km
co2
38 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Trunk capacity
392 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Length
4830 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Payload
495 - 560 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hyundai

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What drive types are available for the Ford Focus?

Available configurations include 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.