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Toyota RAV4 vs Hyundai Santa Fe comparison

Compare performance (309 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (37,700 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or Hyundai Santa Fe?

Toyota RAV4 vs Hyundai Santa Fe: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

RAV4

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Toyota RAV4 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,023 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hyundai Santa Fe with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota RAV4 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 83 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 Toyota RAV4 offers marginally more power – delivering 309 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Hyundai Santa Fe takes 8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

RAV4

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 RAV4 is somewhat lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers visibly more boot space – 704 L compared to 514 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries marginally more – 665 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 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 £37,700
RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 185 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 133 - 137 km
Toyota RAV4
Hyundai Santa Fe

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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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 RAV4
Hyundai Santa Fe

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Price
51,700 - 58,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
30 - 121 g/km
co2
90 - 162 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 610 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Hyundai
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