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Honda Civic vs Hyundai Santa Fe – Differences & prices compared

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

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

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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.

Honda Civic has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 18729 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 1.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Santa Fe has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 253 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs minimal better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Santa Fe pulls to a small extent stronger with 380 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Honda Civic is clearly perceptible lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 403 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly more room – 711 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 301 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2032 L, which is about 812 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe clearly takes the win – 665 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 268 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.

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
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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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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
32500 - 35500 £
Price
51200 - 58400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 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
108 - 114 g/km
co2
38 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4830 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Honda
Brand
Hyundai

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What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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