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

Comparison winners

4 metrics
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 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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 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 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D2025 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid2025
Performance
0-100 km/h9.1 s8.3 s
Top Speed180 km/h185 km/h
Power204 hp230 hp
Torque500 Nm350 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank80 L67 L
Efficiency8 L/100km6.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions211 g/km148 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,925 mm4,830 mm
Ground Clearance221 mm177 mm
Cargo456 L711 L
Curb Weight2,280 kg1,865 kg
Towing3,000 kg2,500 kg
Seats77
Turning Circle12.2 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$48,500$38,400

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

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

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 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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 26 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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 456 litres (16.1 cu ft).

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

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

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

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 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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.