Compare performance (288 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Aston Martin DB12?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Santa Fe is substantially cheaper – starting at 51,700 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 141,129 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 8.4 L/100km.
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 Aston Martin DB12 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 392 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.
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 more seats – 7 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DB12 is only slightly lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 132 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers significantly more boot space – 704 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 442 L.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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.
detailsThe Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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co2
276 - 278 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
500 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Aston Martin
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