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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Renault Trafic Transporter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 33200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Renault Trafic Transporter?

Hyundai Santa Fe

Renault Trafic Transporter

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Trafic Transporter has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18013 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 3.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Renault Trafic Transporter with 6.60 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Renault Trafic Transporter performs significantly better – achieving up to 318 km, about 264 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Santa Fe

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 has a decisively edge – offering 288 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.80 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

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

Both models offer the same torque – 380 Nm.

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 slightly more seating capacity – 7 vs 6.

In curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is minimal lighter – 1848 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 72 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Trafic Transporter performs convincingly better – up to 8900 L, which is about 6868 L more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

When it comes to payload, Renault Trafic Transporter decisively takes the win – 1222 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 557 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Trafic Transporter holds a decisive overall lead 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
Renault Trafic Transporter

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Renault Trafic Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.6 - 7.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 22.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 240 - 318 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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Renault Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Renault Trafic Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58600 £
Price
33200 - 43500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 160 g/km
co2
0 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
67 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
1848 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4830 mm
Length
5080 - 5480 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1956 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
1967 - 2509 mm
Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 8900 L
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
848 - 1222 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
196 km/h
Max Speed
110 - 180 km/h
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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.