Compare performance (288 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,780 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers considerably more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 390 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
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.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers a bit more torque with 450 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 70 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 3.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is only slightly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 132 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries significantly more – 2,641 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,976 kg.
The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter stands well ahead of its rival 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.
detailsThe Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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co2
0 - 333 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
3
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,993 mm
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Height
-
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Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
114 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
90 km/h
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
84 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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