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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Renault Rafale - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 37500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Renault Rafale?

Hyundai Santa Fe

Renault Rafale

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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 Rafale has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37500 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13672 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 3.80 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Renault Rafale performs convincingly better – achieving up to 97 km, about 43 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Rafale

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 Renault Rafale has a slight edge – offering 300 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Rafale is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs minimal better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Renault Rafale tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

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.

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

In curb weight, Renault Rafale is somewhat lighter – 1734 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers a bit more room – 711 L compared to 627 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs hardly perceptible better – up to 2032 L, which is about 122 L more than the Renault Rafale.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe noticeable takes the win – 665 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 221 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Rafale shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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 £37,500
Rafale

Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Renault Rafale

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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 Rafale

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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58600 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 160 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
67 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4830 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
196 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
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.