Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 8.3 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Power winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 230 hp Runner-up: 180 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 711 L Runner-up: 405 L
Price winner Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X $38,000 Runner-up: $38,400

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid against the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.3 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed output at 230 hp; 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X is rated at 180 hp, a difference of 50 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid at 350 Nm and 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X at 200 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 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has the lower recorded consumption at 5.2 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 405 litres, a difference of 306 litres. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X is listed at 1,500 kg. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is 216 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 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has the lower listed starting price at $38,000, compared with $38,400 for 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid. 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 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.3 s8.5 s
Top Speed185 km/h195 km/h
Power230 hp180 hp
Torque350 Nm200 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank67 L45 L
Efficiency6.5 L/100km5.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions148 g/km119 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,830 mm4,614 mm
Ground Clearance177 mm178 mm
Cargo711 L405 L
Curb Weight1,865 kg1,730 kg
Towing2,500 kg1,500 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle11.6 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$38,400$38,000

Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.3 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X?

2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has the higher listed top speed at 195 km/h (121 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more power at 230 hp, a 50 hp advantage over 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 711 litres (25.1 cu ft), versus 405 litres (14.3 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 1,500 kg (3,307 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is heavier at 1,865 kg (4,112 lb), while 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X is listed at 1,730 kg (3,814 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X?

2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $38,000 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 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X?

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.