VS

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • very slightly lighter
details

Mitsubishi Outlander

4.6 (2 Reviews)
rate
  • visibly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
details

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.

Mitsubishi Outlander is visibly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,880 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 31 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Outlander

Engine and Performance:

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 Mitsubishi Outlander offers very slightly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Santa Fe

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 more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is very slightly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries somewhat more – 665 kg compared to 595 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Outlander 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 £42,800
Outlander

Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

Mitsubishi Outlander

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.

details
Hyundai Santa Fe
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
Price
42,800 - 53,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 162 g/km
co2
60 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
2,070 - 2,120 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mitsubishi
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.