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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Kia Stonic comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 20,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Kia Stonic?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Kia Stonic: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Kia Stonic is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,400 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,337 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia Stonic with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Stonic

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 Hyundai Santa Fe offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers considerably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Santa Fe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Stonic is clearly lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 715 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers considerably more boot space – 704 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 352 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Santa Fe holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £51,700
Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 239 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 54 km
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The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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Jan
18 Mar 2026, 07:19:10

Very good car, uses little fuel, nothing's gone wrong in 4 years, no breakdowns.

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Ennio
4 Feb 2026, 13:19:36

I'm very satisfied — I have a Stonic Black Edition hybrid, and I haven't had any problems after two years.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Kia Stonic

Costs and Consumption
Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
Price
20,400 - 26,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 162 g/km
co2
126 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,760 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
440 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 Nm
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Santa Fe is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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