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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Polestar 2 – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Hyundai Santa Fe or Polestar 2?

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

Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

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.

Polestar 2 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42000 £, while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9223 £.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 659 km, about 605 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 Polestar 2 has a clearly edge – offering 476 HP compared to 253 HP. That’s roughly 223 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 9 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs slight better – reaching 205 km/h, while the Hyundai Santa Fe tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls clearly stronger with 740 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm difference.

Santa Fe @ Hyundai Motor Company

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is minimal lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2015 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers convincingly more room – 711 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 306 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs significantly better – up to 2032 L, which is about 937 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe noticeable takes the win – 665 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 244 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Polestar 2 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

from about £42,000
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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 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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Polestar 2

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The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Polestar 2
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Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58400 £
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
38 - 160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4830 mm
Length
4606 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1942 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 253 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
180 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
367 - 380 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
176 - 186 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

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