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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Polestar 3 comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Polestar 3?
Hyundai Santa Fe vs Polestar 3: Key differences
Santa Fe
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Santa Fe is noticeably cheaper – starting at 51,700 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,900 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 593 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 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 392 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers substantially more torque with 870 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.
Santa Fe
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is visibly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers noticeably more boot space – 704 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries marginally more – 665 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 3 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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Polestar 3
Hyundai Santa Fe
Polestar 3
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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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Polestar 3
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
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Hyundai Santa Fe
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
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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
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
601 - 647 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
605 - 645 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
333 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
480 - 870 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
245 - 500 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
2026
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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
Polestar
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