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

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD 8.0 s Runner-up: 8.3 s
Power winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 230 hp Runner-up: 213 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 711 L Runner-up: 575 L
Price winner Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD $36,200 Runner-up: $38,400

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD against the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid. 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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD 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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is rated at 213 hp, a difference of 17 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD at 525 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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the lower recorded consumption at 6.4 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 575 litres, a difference of 136 litres. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is listed at 1,500 kg. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is 150 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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the lower listed starting price at $36,200, 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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.0 s8.3 s
Top Speed180 km/h185 km/h
Power213 hp230 hp
Torque525 Nm350 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank55 L67 L
Efficiency6.4 L/100km6.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions146 g/km148 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,680 mm4,830 mm
Ground Clearance185 mm177 mm
Cargo575 L711 L
Curb Weight1,820 kg1,865 kg
Towing1,500 kg2,500 kg
Seats77
Turning Circle11.4 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$36,200$38,400

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

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

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD 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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more power at 230 hp, a 17 hp advantage over 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD.

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

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 711 litres (25.1 cu ft), versus 575 litres (20.3 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD or the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid?

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid is heavier at 1,865 kg (4,112 lb), while 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is listed at 1,820 kg (4,012 lb).

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

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $36,200 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 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD or the 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. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.