Compare performance (288 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 38600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Genesis G70?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Genesis G70 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38600 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12660 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 3.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Genesis G70 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.
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 somewhat edge – offering 288 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Genesis G70 performs a bit better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Hyundai Santa Fe tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Genesis G70 pulls a bit stronger with 440 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Genesis G70 is somewhat lighter – 1727 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly more room – 711 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 381 L.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe evident takes the win – 665 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 213 kg.
Overall, the Hyundai Santa Fe shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
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 Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51200 - 58600 £
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Price
38600 - 44500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L
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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 - 160 g/km
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co2
170 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
67 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
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Curb weight
1727 - 1858 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
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Trunk capacity
330 L
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Length
4830 mm
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Length
4685 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1720 mm
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Height
1400 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
413 - 452 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, Diesel
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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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
200 - 245 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
196 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
353 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
147 - 180 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Genesis
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.