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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Genesis GV70 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 59200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Genesis GV70?

Hyundai Santa Fe

Genesis GV70

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Santa Fe has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51200 £ , while the Genesis GV70 costs 59200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7971 £.

As for electric range, the Genesis GV70 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 479 km, about 425 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

GV70

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 Genesis GV70 has a significantly edge – offering 490 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV70 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Genesis GV70 pulls significantly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm difference.

Santa Fe

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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is noticeable lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2335 kg. The difference is around 415 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers evident more room – 711 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe evident takes the win – 665 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Genesis GV70 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Genesis GV70 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £59,200
GV70

Genesis GV70

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 479 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Genesis GV70

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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 GV70

The Genesis GV70 pairs coupe-like styling with a sumptuous, high-quality interior that feels more like a bespoke lounge than a typical compact crossover. It drives with composure and poise, offering a supremely comfortable daily companion that quietly challenges established luxury names while giving buyers plenty of premium kit for the money.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Genesis GV70

Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58600 £
Price
59200 - 64500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
67 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
2335 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
503 L
Length
4830 mm
Length
-
Width
1900 mm
Width
1910 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.40 s
Max Speed
196 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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.