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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Nissan X-Trail - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 34200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Nissan X-Trail?

Hyundai Santa Fe

Nissan X-Trail

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan X-Trail has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 3.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

X-Trail

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 Hyundai Santa Fe has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 288 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan X-Trail pulls noticeable stronger with 525 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm difference.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Nissan X-Trail is a bit lighter – 1668 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers somewhat more room – 711 L compared to 585 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe somewhat takes the win – 665 kg compared to 574 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Santa Fe 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.

Hyundai Santa Fe
Nissan X-Trail

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Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 239 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 54 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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Nissan X-Trail

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The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58600 £
Price
34200 - 50500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 160 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
67 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
4830 mm
Length
-
Width
1900 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
196 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai Santa Fe have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.