Compare performance (169 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Hyundai Santa Fe?
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.
Subaru Outback is markedly cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,708 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.
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 offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers clearly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 128 Nm more.
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 more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is slightly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers clearly more boot space – 704 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries slightly more – 665 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.
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.
The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.
detailsThe 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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Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
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Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 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
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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
193 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
Estate
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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
1,643 - 1,676 kg
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
561 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
1,875 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
524 - 557 kg
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
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
169 HP
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 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
252 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
124 kW
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Subaru
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Brand
Hyundai
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