Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD 7.6 s Runner-up: 8.3 s
Power winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 230 hp Runner-up: 190 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 711 L Runner-up: 504 L
Price winner Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD $34,200 Runner-up: $38,400

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid against the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.6 seconds, compared with 8.3 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed output at 230 hp; 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD is rated at 190 hp, a difference of 40 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid at 350 Nm and 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD at 330 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD has the lower recorded consumption at 5.4 L/100km; 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is listed at 6.5 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 711 litres versus 504 litres, a difference of 207 litres. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is 405 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD has the lower listed starting price at $34,200, compared with $38,400 for 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid2025 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h8.3 s7.6 s
Top Speed185 km/h170 km/h
Power230 hp190 hp
Torque350 Nm330 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank67 L55 L
Efficiency6.5 L/100km5.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions148 g/km123 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,830 mm4,425 mm
Ground Clearance177 mm180 mm
Cargo711 L504 L
Curb Weight1,865 kg1,680 kg
Towing2,500 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle11.6 m11.1 m
Starting MSRP$38,400$34,200

Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.6 seconds, versus 8.3 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more power at 230 hp, a 40 hp advantage over 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 711 litres (25.1 cu ft), versus 504 litres (17.8 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is heavier at 1,865 kg (4,112 lb), while 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD is listed at 1,680 kg (3,704 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $34,200 USD, compared with $38,400 USD for 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER 4WD?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.