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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
51200 - 58600 £
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Price
59200 - 64500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
479 km
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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
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
67 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
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Curb weight
2335 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
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Trunk capacity
503 L
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Length
4830 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1910 mm
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Height
1720 mm
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Height
-
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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
515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.40 s
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Max Speed
196 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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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.