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

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Kuga has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 16972 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 1.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Ford Kuga performs noticeable better – achieving up to 68 km, about 14 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

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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 Santa Fe has a minimal edge – offering 253 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai Santa Fe tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Santa Fe pulls noticeable stronger with 380 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

Kuga @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Ford Kuga is evident lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 394 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly more room – 711 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 299 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs evident better – up to 2032 L, which is about 498 L more than the Ford Kuga.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe somewhat takes the win – 665 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Santa Fe proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Santa Fe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £51,200
Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

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

Ford Kuga

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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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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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Ford Kuga
Hyundai Santa Fe
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Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
51200 - 58400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
38 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4830 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?

The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.