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Honda HR-V vs Hyundai Santa Fe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (131 HP vs 253 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 51200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda HR-V or Hyundai Santa Fe?

Honda HR-V

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Santa Fe

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

HR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Honda HR-V has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 21472 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 1.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.40 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

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 Hyundai Santa Fe has a clearly edge – offering 253 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.60 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs a bit better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Honda HR-V tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Santa Fe pulls distinct stronger with 380 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 127 Nm difference.

HR-V @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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.

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

In curb weight, Honda HR-V is clearly perceptible lighter – 1452 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.

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

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2032 L, which is about 743 L more than the Honda HR-V.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe noticeable takes the win – 665 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 247 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai Santa Fe shows itself to be is largely superior 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
Honda HR-V
Hyundai Santa Fe

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Honda HR-V

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.

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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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Honda HR-V
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Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
29700 - 35400 £
Price
51200 - 58400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.40 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 g/km
co2
38 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1452 kg
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Trunk capacity
319 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Length
4355 mm
Length
4830 mm
Width
-
Width
1900 mm
Height
1582 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1289 L
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Payload
418 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
131 HP
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Torque
253 Nm
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Engine capacity
1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Honda
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the Honda HR-V?

The Honda HR-V 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.