Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD 8.0 s Runner-up: 8.3 s
Power winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 230 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 711 L Runner-up: 587 L
Price winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid $38,400 Runner-up: $38,600

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid against the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD. 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

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.0 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; 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 26 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid at 350 Nm and 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD at 335 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

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the lower recorded consumption at 6.5 L/100km; 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is listed at 6.7 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 587 litres, a difference of 124 litres. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is 127 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

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the lower listed starting price at $38,400, compared with $38,600 for 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. 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 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.3 s8.0 s
Top Speed185 km/h185 km/h
Power230 hp204 hp
Torque350 Nm335 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank67 L53 L
Efficiency6.5 L/100km6.7 L/100km
CO2 Emissions148 g/km153 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,830 mm4,703 mm
Ground Clearance177 mm198 mm
Cargo711 L587 L
Curb Weight1,865 kg1,780 kg
Towing2,500 kg750 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle11.6 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$38,400$38,600

Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.0 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 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 185 km/h, approximately 115 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more power at 230 hp, a 26 hp advantage over 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 711 litres (25.1 cu ft), versus 587 litres (20.7 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is heavier at 1,865 kg (4,112 lb), while 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is listed at 1,780 kg (3,924 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $38,400 USD, compared with $38,600 USD for 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.