Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Santa Fe
Smart Plus
AED 121,999
Toyota Highlander
Toyota Highlander
2.5L GXR Hybrid
AED 171,900
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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota Highlander Comparison

Below is the detailed Cars comparison, based on price, specifications & other features, of Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Highlander. Hyundai Santa Fe is priced between AED 121,999 while Toyota Highlander is priced between AED 171,900. Talking about the technical specifications, Hyundai Santa Fe Smart Plus houses 2497 engine whereas Toyota Highlander 2.5L GXR Hybrid engine displacement is 2498.

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Overview: Santa Fe vs Highlander

Key Features

Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Drive Type FWD AWD
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Engine Displacement 2497 cc 2498 cc
Top Speed 198 Km/h -
Power 191Hp@6100rpm 240hp
Torque 246Nm@4000rpm 237Nm
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DP AED 30,500 Installment : AED 1,726 x 60 Months VIEW JULY OFFERS DP AED 43,000 Installment : AED 2,432 x 60 Months VIEW JULY OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.4/5
10 reviews
4.6/5
17 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • 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...

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    Ebrahim Mar 24, 2025
  • Dependable and reliable Family SUV

    The Highlander has been our family SUV for over a year now, our second Toyota after the popular Yaris. We use both of them but for different...

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    Hashem Apr 25, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like
  • Enhanced Dynamics
  • Firm control at high speeds
  • Improved Fuel Economy
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Refined driving experience

A long list of features

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Things we don't like
  • Short headroom for third row
  • Fuzzy steering wheel
  • Engine lacks high speed responsiveness
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Size is big for new drivers

Performance at higher speeds

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Engine and Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Gear Box 8 Speed --
Drive Type FWD AWD
Engine 2.5L 2.5L
Emission Yes --
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valve Configuration -- 16
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Performance

Engine Displacement 2497 cc 2498 cc
Power 191Hp@6100rpm 240hp
Torque 246Nm@4000rpm 237Nm
Fuel Type Petrol Hybrid
Top Speed 198 Km/h --
Acceleration 12s --
Fuel Consumption -- 20 Km/l kmpl
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Entertainment & Communication

Portable Charging Cable Yes --

Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 67 L 65L L
Length 4830 mm 4966 mm
Width 1900 mm 1930 mm
Height 1770 mm 1755 mm
Wheel Base 2815 mm --
Front Legroom 1052 mm --
Rear Legroom 1075 mm --
No Of Doors -- 5
Gross Weight -- 2950 kg
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 18 Inch
Steering Type Manual tilt and telescopic Power
Tyre Size 235/60R18 235/65 R18
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Radial Tubeless
Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc Disc
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Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Parking Sensors Front and Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Advance Safety Feature Multi-Collision Brake, Down Brake Control, Rear Seat alert Multi-Collision Brake, Down Brake Control, Rear Seat alert --
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Programe Yes --
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
ISOFIX Yes --
Auto Hold Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
First Aid Kit Yes --
Fire Extinguisher Yes --
No Of Airbag 2 2 --
Central Locking -- Yes
Anti Theft Device -- Yes
Brake Assist -- Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Yes
Ebd -- Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Crash Sensor -- Yes
Hill Hold Assist -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Air Quality Control Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes --
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat 60:40Split 60:40Split --
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Power Boot Yes --
Usb charger Yes --
Remote Engine Start Yes --
Remote key Yes --
Power Windows Rear -- Yes
Automatic Climate Control -- Tri-Zone Automatic Tri-Zone Automatic
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- Yes
Keyless Entry -- Yes
Additional Features LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes --
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Voice Control Yes --
Numbers of Speakers 6 6 6 6
Wireless Charger Yes --
Touch Screen Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch 8 Inch 8 Inch
Android Auto Yes Yes
Apple Carplay Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio -- Yes
Additional Features LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
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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 --
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes --
Roof Rail Yes --
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
LED DRL Yes Yes
Tail Lamp Type LED LED --
Additional Features LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
Integrated Antenna -- Yes
Chrome Grille -- Yes
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes --
Spare Wheel Yes --
Additional Features LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Drive Mode,EV, ECO, Sport, Normal,3rd Row With Two Foldable Seats,Shift Knob MaterialLeather,Cooler Rear Duct,Cruise Control System Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
Outside Temperature Display -- Yes
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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota Highlander FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota Highlander?

Santa Fe is priced at AED 121,999 and Highlander is priced at AED 171,900. Hence Santa Fe is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota Highlander?

The Hyundai Santa Fe has power of 191Hp@6100rpm with 246Nm@4000rpm torque and Toyota Highlander has power of 240hp with 237Nm torque. Thus making Highlander the more powerful as compared to Santa Fe.

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Which Car has more safety features between Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota Highlander?

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, Electric Parking Brake, Speed Sensing Door Locks, First Aid Kit and Fire Extinguisher

Highlander safety features: Passenger Airbag, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Child Safety Locks, Anti Theft Device, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Anti-Theft Alarm, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Camera, Crash Sensor, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Door Ajar Warning, Cruise Control, Engine Immobilizer, Lane Change Indicator and Hill Hold Assist

The Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Highlander both have same Safety Features.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Santa Fe vs Highlander?

Santa Fe comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Air Quality Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, 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, Usb charger, Remote Engine Start and Remote key

Highlander comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

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

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Which is bigger Santa Fe or Highlander?

The Santa Fe dimensions are 4830 mm length, 1900 mm width, 1770 mm height while the Highlander dimensions are 4966 mm length, 1930 mm width, 1755 mm height. Hence the Santa Fe is more longer more wider and more higher.

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