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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Tesla Model Y?

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely lighter
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (12 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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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.

Tesla Model Y is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,451 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 568 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Model Y

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 Tesla Model Y offers markedly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is barely lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 1,976 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers a bit more boot space – 836 L compared to 704 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 193 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is decisively ahead 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 622 km
Hyundai Santa Fe
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 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 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Tesla
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