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Hyundai Santa Fe vs NIO EL6 comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or NIO EL6?
Hyundai Santa Fe vs NIO EL6: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Santa Fe
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
NIO EL6 is moderately cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,871 £.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 475 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
EL6
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 NIO EL6 offers significantly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 320 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 a bit lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers moderately more boot space – 704 L compared to 597 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The NIO EL6 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.
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NIO EL6
Hyundai Santa Fe
NIO EL6
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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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NIO EL6
The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
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Hyundai Santa Fe
NIO EL6
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 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
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
NIO
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