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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Suzuki S-Cross comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 110 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Suzuki S-Cross?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Suzuki S-Cross: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Suzuki S-Cross

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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:

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

Suzuki S-Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,966 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Suzuki S-Cross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

S-Cross

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 clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 178 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers visibly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 145 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, Suzuki S-Cross is considerably lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers noticeably more boot space – 704 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 274 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly superior overall 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
Suzuki S-Cross

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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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Suzuki S-Cross

The Suzuki S-Cross is a practical, well-built compact crossover that puts comfort, efficiency and everyday reliability first. With a roomy cabin, straightforward technology and sensible design, it’s a no-nonsense choice for buyers seeking a versatile family car.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Suzuki S-Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
Price
21,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
co2
119 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,280 - 1,385 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,785 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
395 - 405 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
110 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 Nm
Torque
235 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
81 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Suzuki
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