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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Kia EV9 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 53100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Kia EV9?

Hyundai Santa Fe

Kia EV9

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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 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 51200 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 53100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1920 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 performs clearly better – achieving up to 563 km, about 509 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

EV9

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 Kia EV9 has a significantly edge – offering 508 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia EV9 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai Santa Fe tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV9 pulls clearly stronger with 740 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 360 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly perceptible lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2392 kg. The difference is around 472 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly more room – 711 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 378 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV9 performs somewhat better – up to 2393 L, which is about 361 L more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe slight takes the win – 665 kg compared to 615 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia EV9 shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

from about £53,100
EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 22.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Kia EV9

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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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Kia EV9

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The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58600 £
Price
53100 - 78000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
76.1 - 99.8 kWh
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
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
2392 - 2664 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
4830 mm
Length
5010 - 5015 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1980 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
1755 - 1780 mm
Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
2318 - 2393 L
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
542 - 615 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
196 km/h
Max Speed
185 - 200 km/h
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
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.