Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Santa Fe
Smart Plus
AED 121,999
Toyota RAV 4 HEV
Toyota RAV 4 HEV
EX
AED 114,900
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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV Comparison

Below is the detailed Cars comparison, based on price, specifications & other features, of Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota RAV 4 HEV. Hyundai Santa Fe is priced between AED 121,999 while Toyota RAV 4 HEV is priced between AED 114,900. Talking about the technical specifications, Hyundai Santa Fe Smart Plus houses 2497 engine whereas Toyota RAV 4 HEV EX engine displacement is 2498.

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Overview: Santa Fe vs RAV 4 HEV

Brand Hyundai Toyota
SRP* AED 121,999 Santa Fe Price AED 114,900 RAV 4 HEV Price
Variant Santa Fe Smart Plus RAV 4 HEV EX
User Rating 4.4 Santa Fe reviews 4.5 RAV 4 HEV reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE Hybrid Hybrid 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
Drive Type FWD FWD
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Engine Displacement 2497 cc 2498 cc
Top Speed 198 Km/h -
Power 191Hp@6100rpm 226Hp
Torque 246Nm@4000rpm 221Nm
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Best Loan Offers

DP AED 30,500 Installment : AED 1,726 x 60 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS DP AED 28,700 Installment : AED 1,626 x 60 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.4/5
10 reviews
4.5/5
29 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 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
  • Toyota RAV4 Ownership Experience

    I’ve been driving a Toyota RAV4 for a few years now, and while the first one or two years were smooth, the problems started showing up soon after. The brake noise began first — both while braking and from the brake pads themselves. Then came issues with the panoramic sunroof. On my RAV4, while opening the sunroof, the sunshade fabric got stuck halfway and bunched up unevenly near the rear section. The shade movement became irregular and misaligned, and it no longer opens smoothly. I have taken the car to the service center four times, and even after the national service team inspected it, the issue remains unresolved. Overall, the RAV4 might look impressive at first, but the long-term reliability and service experience have been disappointing. If you’re planning to buy one — think twice.

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    J
    Jithesh Nov 07, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like
  • Enhanced Dynamics
  • Firm control at high speeds
  • Improved Fuel Economy
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Spacious and comfortable ride quality

Refined and economical powertrain

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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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Started to show its age

Lacklustre steering feedback at higher speeds

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Engine and Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Gear Box 8 Speed --
Drive Type FWD FWD
Engine 2.5L 2.5L
Emission Yes Yes
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Secondary Engine Fuel Type -- Electric
Battery Type -- Lithium-ion
Motor Type -- Permanent Magnet Synchronous
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Performance

Engine Displacement 2497 cc 2498 cc
Power 191Hp@6100rpm 226Hp
Torque 246Nm@4000rpm 221Nm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Top Speed 198 Km/h --
Acceleration 12s --
Mileage City -- 26.6 kmpl
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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 67 L 55 L
Length 4830 mm 4600 mm
Width 1900 mm 1855 mm
Height 1770 mm 1695 mm
Wheel Base 2815 mm --
Front Legroom 1052 mm --
Rear Legroom 1075 mm --
Gross Weight -- 2170 kg
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 17 Inch
Steering Type Manual tilt and telescopic Electric
Tyre Size 235/60R18 235/65 R17
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 --
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 Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes 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 Yes
Auto Hold Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
First Aid Kit Yes Yes
Fire Extinguisher Yes Yes
No Of Airbag 2 2 --
Central Locking -- Yes
Side Airbag-Front -- Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
Hill Start Assist -- Yes
Curtain Airbags -- Yes
Driver Knee Airbag -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Air Quality Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes --
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat 60:40Split 60:40Split Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes 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 Yes
Remote Engine Start Yes --
Remote key Yes --
Rear A/C Vents -- Yes
Remote Trunk Opener -- Yes
Keyless Entry -- Yes
Driving Modes -- EV, Eco, Sport, Normal EV, Eco, Sport, Normal
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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
Voice Control Yes --
Numbers of Speakers 6 6 6 6
Wireless Charger Yes --
Touch Screen Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch 10.5 Inch 10.5 Inch
Android Auto Yes Yes
Apple Carplay Yes Yes
Portable Charging Cable Yes Yes
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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
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 LED LED
Additional Features LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid LED rear combination lamp, Acoustic laminated front windshid --
Rain Sensing Wiper -- Yes
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel 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 --
Fabric Upholstery -- Yes
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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV FAQs

Q. Which Car is cheaper between Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV?

A. Santa Fe is priced at AED 121,999 and RAV 4 HEV is priced at AED 114,900. Hence RAV 4 HEV is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Q. Which Car has more power between Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV?

A. The Hyundai Santa Fe has power of 191Hp@6100rpm with 246Nm@4000rpm torque and Toyota RAV 4 HEV has power of 226Hp with 221Nm torque. Thus making RAV 4 HEV the more powerful as compared to Santa Fe.

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Q. Which Car has more safety features between Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota RAV 4 HEV?

A. 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

RAV 4 HEV safety features: Passenger Airbag, Central Locking, Side Airbag-Front, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Cruise Control, Door Ajar Warning, Engine Immobilizer, ISOFIX, Fire Extinguisher, Hill Start Assist, First Aid Kit, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Electric Parking Brake, Curtain Airbags, Driver Knee Airbag and Lane Change Indicator

The Toyota RAV 4 HEV has higher number of sefety features than Santa Fe, hence Toyota RAV 4 HEV is more safer than Hyundai Santa Fe.

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Q. Which Car has more comfort features between Santa Fe vs RAV 4 HEV?

A. 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

RAV 4 HEV comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Air Quality Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Remote Trunk Opener, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry, Usb charger and Centre Console Armrest

The Hyundai Santa Fe has higher number of comfort features than RAV 4 HEV, hence Hyundai Santa Fe is more comfortable than Toyota RAV 4 HEV.

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Q. Which is bigger Santa Fe or RAV 4 HEV?

A. The Santa Fe dimensions are 4830 mm length, 1900 mm width, 1770 mm height while the RAV 4 HEV dimensions are 4600 mm length, 1855 mm width, 1695 mm height. Hence the Santa Fe is more longer more wider and more higher.

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From The Experts

Get the better insight and helps to buy or not
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
Things we like in RAV 4 HEV

Spacious and comfortable ride quality

Refined and economical powertrain

Things we don't like in RAV 4 HEV

Started to show its age

Lacklustre steering feedback at higher speeds

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