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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Genesis G70 - Differences and prices compared

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?

Hyundai Santa Fe

Genesis G70

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

G70

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 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.

Santa Fe

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

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Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 239 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 54 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Genesis G70

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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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Genesis G70

The 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.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Genesis G70

Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58600 £
Price
38600 - 44500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 160 g/km
co2
170 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
67 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
1727 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
330 L
Length
4830 mm
Length
4685 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
1400 mm
Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
413 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
196 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai Santa Fe have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.