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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Renault Arkana comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 28,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Renault Arkana?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Renault Arkana: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h

Renault Arkana

3.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
Customer feedback generally presents the Arkana as an economical, stylish and practical family crossover that suits everyday needs. Owners often praise its fuel economy, space and safety, while noting it isn’t a sporty coupe; a few reports of serious mechanical issues and costly repairs also appear. Opinions are mixed enough that broader reliability trends aren’t fully clear from the available comments.

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Arkana is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,500 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,271 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Arkana with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

Arkana

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers significantly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Renault Arkana takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers significantly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 175 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, Renault Arkana is markedly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 410 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 451 kg. That’s a difference of about 214 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Santa Fe 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.

from £51,700
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 - 7.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 54 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Renault Arkana

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Renault Arkana

The Arkana stands out with its striking coupe-SUV design, blending sporty aesthetics with practicality. Its bold silhouette and high ride height offer a unique presence on the road, attracting attention wherever it goes. Inside, the Arkana combines modern technology with comfort, making it a versatile choice for both city driving and weekend getaways.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Renault Arkana

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
Price
28,500 - 31,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 162 g/km
co2
106 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
1,510 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,821 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
451 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
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