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Toyota Prius vs Hyundai Santa Fe comparison
Compare performance (223 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Hyundai Santa Fe?
Toyota Prius vs Hyundai Santa Fe: Key differences
Prius
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.
Toyota Prius is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,308 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Toyota Prius offers clearly more range – reaching up to 86 km, about 32 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Santa Fe
Engine and Performance:
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 offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
Prius
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, Toyota Prius is somewhat lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers considerably more boot space – 704 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 420 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 290 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Toyota Prius is clearly superior 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.
from £39,400
Toyota Prius
Toyota Prius
Hyundai Santa Fe
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Toyota Prius
The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.
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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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Toyota Prius
Hyundai Santa Fe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 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
72 - 86 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
12 - 17 g/km
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co2
90 - 162 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
284 L
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Length
4,599 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,782 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
1,470 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
365 - 375 kg
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Payload
560 - 665 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
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
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
223 HP
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Power HP
239 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
177 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
-
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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
164 kW
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Power kW
176 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Hyundai
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