Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 8.3 s Runner-up: 9.1 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: 456 L
Price winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid $38,400 Runner-up: $48,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid against the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D. 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 9.1 seconds for 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed output at 230 hp; 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 26 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D at 500 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

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the lower recorded consumption at 6.5 L/100km; 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D is listed at 8.0 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 456 litres, a difference of 255 litres. 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D carries the higher towing rating at 3,000 kg, while 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is listed at 2,500 kg. 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D is 95 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 $48,500 for 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.3 s9.1 s
Top Speed185 km/h180 km/h
Power230 hp204 hp
Torque350 Nm500 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank67 L80 L
Efficiency6.5 L/100km8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions148 g/km211 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,830 mm4,925 mm
Ground Clearance177 mm221 mm
Cargo711 L456 L
Curb Weight1,865 kg2,280 kg
Towing2,500 kg3,000 kg
Seats77
Turning Circle11.6 m12.2 m
Starting MSRP$38,400$48,500

Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid vs Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.3 seconds, versus 9.1 seconds for 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more power at 230 hp, a 26 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 711 litres (25.1 cu ft), versus 456 litres (16.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D?

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,000 kg (6,614 lb), compared with 2,500 kg (5,512 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D?

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D is heavier at 2,280 kg (5,027 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 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $38,400 USD, compared with $48,500 USD for 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid or the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D?

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.