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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Subaru Solterra?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

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  • slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Subaru Solterra

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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Solterra is visibly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,308 £.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers significantly more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 457 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Solterra

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 Subaru Solterra offers a bit more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Solterra delivers somewhat more torque with 437 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 57 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, Hyundai Santa Fe is slightly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers markedly more boot space – 704 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 252 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 197 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra 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.

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Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Subaru Solterra

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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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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 162 g/km
co2
0 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
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
431 - 468 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Subaru
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