Hyundai Santa Fe vs Audi Q8
What's the difference?

Hyundai Santa Fe

$45,950 - $88,777

2025 price

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Audi Q8

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Summary

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

2025 Audi Q8

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 2.5L

Turbo V6, 3.0L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

9.3L/100km (combined)

2.6L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

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Electric range

74 km

Battery capacity

25.90 kWh

Seating

Likes

Superb storage in cabin
Forgiving to drive for most driver types
Passenger comfort in all three rows

Athletic and sporty looks a winning combo
Drives beautifully
Improved EV driving range

Dislikes

Not as efficient as hybrid siblings
Exterior design won't land with everyone
Basic warranty terms on offer

High price tag is hard to justify
Lacks clever storage options
Small boot compared to siblings

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Summary

A big welcome to one of the first turbo-petrol four-cylinder versions of the new-generation Hyundai Santa Fe, a model that launched locally with only its hybrid variants available to our market.

While it might not satisfy the fans of the previous-gen's V6 petrol engine, it might be enough for those who have been on the fence about going the hybrid route.

This is my third time in the new Santa Fe, and each tested variant has managed to offer something different and the base petrol grade, in FWD, is no different – but does it offer enough?

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2025 Audi Q8 Summary

The Audi Q8 has had a mid-life upgrade and it brings a few minor tweaks to the design, technology and equipment.

Plug-in hybrids tend to rank a little lower on my excitement scale when it comes to available powertrains because I usually find the constant charging inconvenient.

However, the electric driving range of the 60 TSFIe quattro S Line grade has been bolstered by 27km, increasing it to 74km overall.

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Verdict

So I asked at the beginning if the Hyundai Santa Fe FWD petrol offered enough for families looking for a large seven-seat SUV and the answer is: YES!

It's practical, has people-mover space and storage and is downright comfortable to drive. There's so much to like here.

Verdict

The updated Audi Q8 60 TFSIe quattro S line still looks good inside and out. It fits a family comfortably without feeling too big and there’s enough here to satisfy those who like the luxury features.

It's price tag will hurt it but the improved power outputs and driving range is a big plus and makes the plug-in hybrid powertrain make more sense.

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Audi Q8 What's the difference?

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Verdict

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Audi Q8
What's the difference?