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Hyundai Santa Fe vs BMW X7 comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 91,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or BMW X7?
Hyundai Santa Fe vs BMW X7: Key differences
Santa Fe
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.
Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly cheaper – starting at 51,700 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 91,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,557 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.
X7
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 BMW X7 offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.
Santa Fe
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is visibly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 570 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW X7 offers barely more boot space – 750 L compared to 704 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X7 carries somewhat more – 760 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Hyundai Santa Fe sits just 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.
from £51,700
Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Santa Fe
BMW X7
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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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BMW X7
The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.
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Hyundai Santa Fe
BMW X7
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Price
91,300 - 118,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 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
210 - 274 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
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
7
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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
2,490 - 2,675 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
750 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
2,000 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
680 - 760 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
352 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 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
520 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
259 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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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
BMW
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