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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mitsubishi Outlander – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Hyundai Santa Fe meets Mitsubishi Outlander.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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.

Mitsubishi Outlander has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 8366 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Outlander manages with 0.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 1.70 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mitsubishi Outlander performs distinct better – achieving up to 85 km, about 31 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

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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 Mitsubishi Outlander has a to a small extent edge – offering 306 HP compared to 253 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs somewhat better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Outlander tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

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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.

Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is barely noticeable lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers distinct more room – 711 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs distinct better – up to 2032 L, which is about 628 L more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe to a small extent takes the win – 665 kg compared to 595 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mitsubishi Outlander 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.

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Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 km

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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Mitsubishi Outlander

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The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Mitsubishi Outlander
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Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58400 £
Price
42800 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
38 - 160 g/km
co2
19 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
53 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
2070 - 2120 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4830 mm
Length
4719 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
1746 - 1750 mm
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
1404 L
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
2360 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mitsubishi
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.