Compare performance (288 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 41600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or VinFast VF 8?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VinFast VF 8 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41600 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9652 £.
As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 performs significantly better – achieving up to 471 km, about 417 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the VinFast VF 8 has a evident edge – offering 408 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VinFast VF 8 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai Santa Fe tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VinFast VF 8 pulls distinct stronger with 620 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm difference.
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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly perceptible lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2455 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers significantly more room – 711 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 335 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs evident better – up to 2032 L, which is about 659 L more than the VinFast VF 8.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Santa Fe clearly perceptible takes the win – 665 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.
The VinFast VF 8 is far ahead 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.
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 VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.
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Price
51200 - 58600 £
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Price
41600 - 46700 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh
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Electric Range
54 km
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
87.70 kWh
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co2
90 - 160 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
67 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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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
2455 - 2520 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
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Trunk capacity
376 L
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Length
4830 mm
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Length
4750 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1934 mm
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Height
1720 mm
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Height
1667 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
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Max trunk capacity
1373 L
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
353 - 408 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
196 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
380 Nm
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VinFast
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.