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Lexus RX vs Hyundai Santa Fe comparison
Compare performance (371 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Hyundai Santa Fe?
Lexus RX vs Hyundai Santa Fe: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
RX
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Santa Fe is visibly cheaper – starting at 51,700 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,572 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Lexus RX offers a bit more range – reaching up to 67 km, about 13 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Santa Fe
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 Lexus RX offers visibly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 83 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers visibly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 171 Nm more.
RX
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.
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Santa Fe is very slightly lighter – 1,920 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers noticeably more boot space – 704 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 243 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries marginally more – 665 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lexus RX holds a decisive overall lead 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 £63,300
Lexus RX
Lexus RX
Hyundai Santa Fe
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Lexus RX
The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.
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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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Lexus RX
Hyundai Santa Fe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
67 km
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Electric Range
54 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
560 - 665 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, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
207 - 371 HP
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
551 Nm
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Torque
380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Hyundai
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