Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD

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 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD 265 hp Runner-up: 230 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 711 L Runner-up: 540 L
Price winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid $38,400 Runner-up: $42,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid against the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a hybrid powertrain and the other a plug-in hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

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 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the higher listed output at 265 hp; 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is rated at 230 hp, a difference of 35 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD at 367 Nm and 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid at 350 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

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 711 litres versus 540 litres, a difference of 171 litres. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is listed at 1,350 kg. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is 315 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 $42,990 for 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line 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 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.3 s8.5 s
Top Speed185 km/h191 km/h
Power230 hp265 hp
Torque350 Nm367 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range—67 km
Battery—13.8 kWh
Fuel Tank67 L42 L
Efficiency6.5 L/100km1.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions148 g/km27 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,830 mm4,515 mm
Ground Clearance177 mm185 mm
Cargo711 L540 L
Curb Weight1,865 kg1,985 kg
Towing2,500 kg1,350 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle11.6 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$38,400$42,990

Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

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 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the higher listed top speed at 191 km/h (119 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 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has more power at 265 hp, a 35 hp advantage over 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 711 litres (25.1 cu ft), versus 540 litres (19.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line 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 1,350 kg (2,976 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is heavier at 1,985 kg (4,376 lb), while 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is listed at 1,865 kg (4,112 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $38,400 USD, compared with $42,990 USD for 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line 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.