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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Land Rover Discovery Sport – Differences & prices compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Hyundai Santa Fe or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Land Rover Discovery Sport has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46500 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4757 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 1.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.20 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 58 km, about 4 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

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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 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a minimal edge – offering 269 HP compared to 253 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs slight better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Hyundai Santa Fe tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls noticeable stronger with 540 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

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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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is slight lighter – 1920 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers hardly perceptible more room – 780 L compared to 711 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs noticeable better – up to 2032 L, which is about 458 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe hardly perceptible takes the win – 665 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai Santa Fe shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 £51,200
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Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 239 - 253 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 54 km
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Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe offers a refined blend of style and functionality, making it a strong contender in the SUV market. Its modern interior, combined with advanced technology and comfort features, creates an inviting and practical driving environment. With its sleek design and robust performance, the Santa Fe is well-suited for both urban commutes and family adventures.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Land Rover Discovery Sport exudes a perfect blend of rugged capability and refined elegance, making it a standout in the SUV category. Its versatile interior adapts seamlessly to varying needs, while offering top-tier comfort for all passengers. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and a robust design, this vehicle is ideal for both urban adventures and off-road excursions.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51200 - 58400 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
38 - 160 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4830 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Land Rover

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What drivetrain options does the Hyundai Santa Fe have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.