Compare performance (288 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Toyota Corolla?
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.
Toyota Corolla has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22637 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 3.80 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.40 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.
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 distinct edge – offering 288 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.
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 distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is distinct lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1920 kg. The difference is around 500 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers convincingly more room – 711 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs convincingly better – up to 2032 L, which is about 980 L more than the Toyota Corolla.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe noticeable takes the win – 665 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.
Overall, the Hyundai Santa Fe shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51200 - 58600 £
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
90 - 160 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
67 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
4830 mm
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Length
4370 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1720 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
196 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Toyota
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.