Haval H9
Haval H9
Medium
 
Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Santa Fe
Smart Plus
AED 121,999
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Haval H9 vs Hyundai Santa Fe Comparison

Below is the detailed Cars comparison, based on price, specifications & other features, of Haval H9 and Hyundai Santa Fe. Haval H9 is priced between AED 119,900 while Hyundai Santa Fe is priced between AED 121,999. Talking about the technical specifications, Haval H9 Medium houses 1998 engine whereas Hyundai Santa Fe Smart Plus engine displacement is 2497.

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Overview: Haval H9 vs Santa Fe

Brand Haval Hyundai
SRP* AED 119,900 Haval H9 Price AED 121,999 Santa Fe Price
Variant Haval H9 Medium Santa Fe Smart Plus
User Rating 3.8 Haval H9 reviews 4.4 Santa Fe reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type SUV SUV Cars in UAE SUV SUV Cars in UAE

Key Features

Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 2497 cc
Drive Type 4WD FWD
Torque 380Nm 246Nm@4000rpm
Power 214Hp 191Hp@6100rpm
Top Speed - 198 Km/h
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Best Loan Offers

DP AED 30,000 Installment : AED 1,696 x 60 Months VIEW JUNE OFFERS DP AED 30,500 Installment : AED 1,726 x 60 Months VIEW JUNE OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

3.8/5
4 reviews
4.4/5
10 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Important Things to Know Before Buying a Haval H9

    We’ve lived in the UAE for 12 years and have owned several new vehicles during that time — this is our fifth. Until now, we’ve never had a bad experience with a car purchase. Unfortunately, our experience with the Haval H9 has been disappointing. We purchased the car brand new in March 2025. On paper, it seemed like a great choice: spacious, stylish, and seemingly well-suited for a family with three children. However, we’ve faced a number of issues since day one. Immediately after delivery, the car began shaking noticeably during driving. The dealership replaced the tyres, which they believed to be the cause (I appreciate that the sales and service staff were polite and willing to assist). However, the problem persists. When we raised this again, we were told by the engineers that the shaking is “normal,” which hasn’t been our experience with any other vehicle and still doesn’t feel right or safe. There are also other ongoing concerns: the exhaust makes a crackling noise after the engine is turned off (which we were told is also “normal”), the air conditioning struggles to cool the cabin effectively, even after 30 minutes of driving in UAE heat and the radio reception is consistently poor, making FM stations difficult to enjoy. Additionally, the adaptive cruise control system has proven frustrating, particularly since there's no option for a standard cruise control mode. We’ve taken the car to the Haval service centres three times now to try to resolve these issues, but each time we’re given the same response: everything is “normal.” It’s been frustrating, as these problems continue to affect our day-to-day use of the vehicle. We've spent around 15–20 hours so far, between visits, calls, and messages, trying to get these issues resolved. However, after three months, we’ve made no meaningful progress with any of them. Had I known about these issues beforehand, I would have seriously considered other options. I’ve since spoken with a few other owners who’ve shared similar feedback, so I know I’m not alone in this experience. I hope this review helps others make a more informed decision.

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    SJF Jun 05, 2025
  • Safety get top priority

    Hyundai with its premium SUV Santa Fe offering segment’s best and most advanced safety features, including forward-collision warning, automated emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, and lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist. It also offers a reverse parking collision-avoidance assist for automatically applying the brakes when reversing. Besides, the Santa FE continues to get a spacious and comfortable interior boasts, 2nd row captain's chairs featuring a power recline function, and 3rd row seats with reclinable seat backs and ISOFIX anchors for child seats. Top-end variants are offered with ambient mood lighting with 64 configurable colors, enhancing the overall driving experience.

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    Ebrahim Mar 24, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like

Tough SUV, great for desert and off-road drives.

2.0L turbo engine delivers impressive power and towing ability.

Spacious 7-seater cabin with comfortable leather seats.

Loaded with features like sunroof, 360° camera and adaptive cruise control.

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  • Enhanced Dynamics
  • Firm control at high speeds
  • Improved Fuel Economy
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Things we don't like

Fuel economy is on the higher side.

Ride can feel bouncy at higher speeds.

Low resale value 

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  • Short headroom for third row
  • Fuzzy steering wheel
  • Engine lacks high speed responsiveness
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Engine and Transmission

Gear Box 8 Speed 8 Speed
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type 4WD FWD
Fuel Supply System Yes --
Engine 2.0L Turbo 2.5L
Emission Yes Yes
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Performance

Engine Displacement 1998 cc 2497 cc
Power 214Hp 191Hp@6100rpm
Torque 380Nm 246Nm@4000rpm
Fuel Type -- Petrol
Top Speed -- 198 Km/h
Acceleration -- 12s
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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Length 4950 mm 4830 mm
Ground Clearance 224 mm --
Width 1976 mm 1900 mm
Height 1930 mm 1770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 67 L
Wheel Base -- 2815 mm
Front Legroom -- 1052 mm
Rear Legroom -- 1075 mm
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Electric Manual tilt and telescopic
Tyre Size 265/60 R18 235/60R18
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size 18 Inch --
Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc Disc
Alloy Wheel Size -- 18 Inch
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Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes --
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes --
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes --
Parking Sensors Rear Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Advance Safety Feature Front and Reverse Radar Front and Reverse Radar Multi-Collision Brake, Down Brake Control, Rear Seat alert Multi-Collision Brake, Down Brake Control, Rear Seat alert
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Fire Extinguisher Yes Yes
Hill Start Assist Yes --
First Aid Kit Yes Yes
Intelligent High Beam Yes --
Forward Collision Warning Yes --
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Parking Assist Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Blind Spot Warning Yes --
ISOFIX Yes Yes
360 camera Yes --
Electronic Stability Programe Yes Yes
Cruise Control -- Yes
Auto Hold -- Yes
No Of Airbag -- 2 2
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Air Quality Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Glove Box Cooling Yes --
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes 60:40Split 60:40Split
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes --
Remote key Yes Yes
Usb charger Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- Yes
Power Boot -- Yes
Remote Engine Start -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Apple Carplay Yes Yes
Portable Charging Cable Yes Yes
Voice Control -- Yes
Numbers of Speakers -- 6 6
Wireless Charger -- Yes
Touch Screen Size -- 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Front Yes Yes
Fog Lights Rear Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes --
Roof Rail Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp Type LED LED LED LED
LED DRL Yes Yes
Alloy Wheels -- Yes
Rear Spoiler -- Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator -- Yes
Additional Features -- LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch --

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Spare Wheel Yes Yes
Additional Features -- LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid

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Haval H9 vs Hyundai Santa Fe FAQs

Q. Which Car has more power between Haval H9 vs Hyundai Santa Fe?

A. The Haval H9 has power of 214Hp with 380Nm torque and Hyundai Santa Fe has power of 277Hp@5800rpm with 221Nm@1700-4000rpm torque. Thus making Santa Fe the more powerful as compared to H9.

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Q. Which Car has more safety features between Haval H9 vs Hyundai Santa Fe?

A. H9 safety features: Passenger Airbag, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Door Ajar Warning, Engine Immobilizer, Traction Control, Lane Change Indicator, Fire Extinguisher, Hill Start Assist, First Aid Kit, Intelligent High Beam, Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Parking Assist, Electric Parking Brake, Blind Spot Warning, ISOFIX, 360 camera and Electronic Stability Programe

Santa Fe safety features: Passenger Airbag, Power Door Locks, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Cruise Control, Door Ajar Warning, Engine Immobilizer, Electronic Stability Programe, Lane Change Indicator, ISOFIX, Auto Hold, Blind Spot Warning, Electric Parking Brake, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Forward Collision Warning, First Aid Kit and Fire Extinguisher

The Haval H9 has higher number of sefety features than Santa Fe, hence Haval H9 is more safer than Hyundai Santa Fe.

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Q. Which Car has more comfort features between H9 vs Santa Fe?

A. H9 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Air Quality Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Glove Box Cooling, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Keyless Entry, Remote key, Usb charger and Centre Console Armrest

Santa Fe comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Air Quality Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Heated Seats - Front, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, Automatic Headlamps, Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Centre Console Armrest, Power Boot, Driver Memory Function Seat, Usb charger, Head-Up Display, Remote Engine Start, Remote key, Power Passenger Seat and Power Driver Seat

The Hyundai Santa Fe has higher number of comfort features than H9, hence Hyundai Santa Fe is more comfortable than Haval H9.

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Q. Which is bigger H9 or Santa Fe?

A. The H9 dimensions are 4950 mm length, 1976 mm width, 1930 mm height while the Santa Fe dimensions are 4830 mm length, 1900 mm width, 1770 mm height. Hence the H9 is more longer more wider and more higher.

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From The Experts

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Things we like in H9

Tough SUV, great for desert and off-road drives.

2.0L turbo engine delivers impressive power and towing ability.

Spacious 7-seater cabin with comfortable leather seats.

Loaded with features like sunroof, 360° camera and adaptive cruise control.

Things we don't like in H9

Fuel economy is on the higher side.

Ride can feel bouncy at higher speeds.

Low resale value 

Things we like in Santa Fe
  • Enhanced Dynamics
  • Firm control at high speeds
  • Improved Fuel Economy
Things we don't like in Santa Fe
  • Short headroom for third row
  • Fuzzy steering wheel
  • Engine lacks high speed responsiveness

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