Compare performance (288 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Hyundai Nexo?
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.
Hyundai Santa Fe is moderately cheaper – starting at 51,700 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,186 £.
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 offers markedly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Nexo is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers barely more torque with 380 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is only slightly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly more boot space – 704 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 194 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsHyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.
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Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
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Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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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 - 162 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
1,955 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Hydrogen
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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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
350 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
150 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,026
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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
Hyundai
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