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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mercedes EQE SUV comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Mercedes EQE SUV?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mercedes EQE SUV: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes EQE SUV

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly cheaper – starting at 51,700 £ , while the Mercedes EQE SUV costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,825 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers substantially more range – reaching up to 611 km, about 557 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

EQE SUV

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 Mercedes EQE SUV offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 337 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE SUV delivers significantly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 570 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, Hyundai Santa Fe is visibly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,440 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers noticeably more boot space – 704 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 184 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries slightly more – 665 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE SUV 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.

from £71,600
EQE SUV

Mercedes EQE SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 453 - 611 km
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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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Mercedes EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
90 - 162 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,940 mm
Height
-
Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
505 - 580 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
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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