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Hyundai Santa Fe vs VW Amarok - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (51200 £ vs 43200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or VW Amarok?

Hyundai Santa Fe

VW Amarok

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

Santa Fe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Amarok has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 43200 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7977 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Santa Fe manages with 3.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.60 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.

Amarok

Engine and Performance:

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 Hyundai Santa Fe has a slightly edge – offering 288 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.80 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Santa Fe performs minimal better – reaching 196 km/h, while the VW Amarok tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Amarok pulls distinct stronger with 600 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.

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 evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is somewhat lighter – 1920 kg compared to 2262 kg. The difference is around 342 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Amarok evident takes the win – 983 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 318 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Santa Fe 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.

Hyundai Santa Fe
VW Amarok

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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 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 54 km

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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VW Amarok

The VW Amarok is a surprisingly refined pickup that blends rugged capability with car-like comfort, feeling equally at home on a worksite or a weekend escape. Practical, well‑mannered and a little bit charismatic, it’s a smart choice for buyers who need honest utility without sacrificing everyday drivability — and yes, it can be oddly addictive to drive.

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Hyundai Santa Fe
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
51200 - 58600 £
Price
43200 - 64100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
54 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 160 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
67 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1920 - 2165 kg
Curb weight
2262 - 2423 kg
Trunk capacity
621 - 711 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4830 mm
Length
5350 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1910 mm
Height
1720 mm
Height
1871 - 1884 mm
Max trunk capacity
1949 - 2032 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
560 - 665 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
196 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1996 - 2993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai Santa Fe have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.