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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Hyundai IONIQ 9 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 58,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Hyundai IONIQ 9?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Hyundai IONIQ 9: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

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  • slightly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Hyundai IONIQ 9

  • visibly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

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 slightly cheaper – starting at 51,700 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 9 costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,986 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 566 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

IONIQ 9

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 offers visibly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 9 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is visibly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,594 kg. The difference is around 674 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly more boot space – 704 L compared to 338 L. That’s a difference of about 366 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries very slightly more – 665 kg compared to 643 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is far 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.

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IONIQ 9

Hyundai IONIQ 9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 600 - 620 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai IONIQ 9

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 9

The Hyundai IONIQ 9 is a bold step forward in the automotive world, combining cutting-edge electric technology with a sleek and modern design. This model stands out with its spacious interior and advanced features, ensuring both comfort and convenience for drivers and passengers alike. As Hyundai pushes the envelope in eco-friendly innovation, the IONIQ 9 represents the future of sustainable driving with its impressive range and performance capabilities.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai IONIQ 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
Price
58,700 - 74,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
600 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 162 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,594 - 2,689 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
338 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
586 - 643 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
218 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
160 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Hyundai
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