A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Includes an archived model
Current and archived cars are compared side by side. Archived models keep their verified historical specs, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
C-HR starts ZAR 1249900 cheaperC-HR from ZAR 429,000 · Santa Fe Hybrid from ZAR 1,249,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Engine Power
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Torque
Not confirmed
367
Engine Size
Not confirmed
1598
Claimed Mileage
Not confirmed
7.5
Ground Clearance
Not confirmed
177 mm
Boot Space
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Airbags
Not confirmed
Not Available
Kerb Weight
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Seating Capacity
Not confirmed
7
Warranty
Not confirmed
5
= leads in this spec
Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
Santa Fe Hybrid holds a noticeable edge over C-HR, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Santa Fe Hybrid
+15 pts
Efficiency
C-HR
+9 pts
Safety
Santa Fe Hybrid
+28 pts
Practicality
Santa Fe Hybrid
+30 pts
Ownership
Santa Fe Hybrid
+15 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
C-HR
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner
Santa Fe Hybrid
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Which One's Right for You?
C-HR
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Santa Fe Hybrid
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Model Introduced Year
Not confirmed
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Not confirmed
Current South African Santa Fe Hybrid listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Not confirmed
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
Not confirmed
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Not confirmed
Current
Body Style
Not confirmed
Seven-seat SUV
Color Note
Not confirmed
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
Not confirmed
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Not confirmed
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.6T Hybrid Elite AWD 6AT
Model Year
Not confirmed
2026
Production Status
Not confirmed
published
Segment
Not confirmed
SUV
Vehicle Type
Not confirmed
SUV
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Ground Clearance
Not confirmed
177 mm
Wheelbase
Not confirmed
2815 mm
Length
Not confirmed
4830 mm
Width
Not confirmed
1900 mm
Height
Not confirmed
1770 mm
Kerb Weight
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Weight
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Seating Capacity
Not confirmed
7
Boot Space
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Towing Capacity
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Front Track Width
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Turning Radius
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Load Bed Length
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Rear Legroom
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Front Headroom
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Rear Headroom
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Number of Doors
Not confirmed
5
Max Payload
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Boot Volume
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Doors
Not confirmed
5
Seats
Not confirmed
7
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not confirmed
67 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
Not confirmed
177 mm
Ground Clearance Min
Not confirmed
177 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
Not confirmed
177 mm
Height Mm
Not confirmed
1770 mm
Length Mm
Not confirmed
4830 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Payload Kg
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Cargo Volume
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Tare Mass Kg
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Turning Circle
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Turning Circle M
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Width Mm
Not confirmed
1900 mm
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Engine
Not confirmed
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
Engine Type
Not confirmed
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
Displacement
Not confirmed
1598 cc
Cylinders
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Power
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Power @ RPM
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Torque
Not confirmed
367 Nm
Torque @ RPM
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Turbocharger
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Top Speed
Not confirmed
190 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not confirmed
9.5 sec
Compression Ratio
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Cylinder Bore
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Piston Stroke
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Engine Code
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Power
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Fuel Grade Required
Not confirmed
Hybrid
Cylinder Layout
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Engine Aspiration
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Engine Type Config
Not confirmed
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
0–100 km/h
Not confirmed
9.5 sec
Engine Displacement
Not confirmed
1598 cc
Engine Displacement Litres
Not confirmed
1.6 l
Acceleration 0 100
Not confirmed
9.5 sec
Engine Config
Not confirmed
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
Engine Cylinders
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement Cc
Not confirmed
1598 cc
Engine Power kW
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Engine Torque Nm
Not confirmed
367 Nm
Engine Valves
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Induction
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Max Power kW
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Max Torque Nm
Not confirmed
367 Nm
Maximum Power
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Maximum Torque
Not confirmed
367 Nm
Power kW Rpm
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Active Exhaust
Not confirmed
Not Available
System Output
Not confirmed
175.2
Torque Nm Rpm
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Turbo Type
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Transmission
Not confirmed
Automatic
Drive Type
Not confirmed
4WD / AWD
Drivetrain Layout
Not confirmed
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not confirmed
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not confirmed
6 km/h
Transmission Type
Not confirmed
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
Not confirmed
4WD / AWD
Transmission
Not confirmed
Automatic
4WD Engagement
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not confirmed
Standard
Front Differential Lock
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Not confirmed
Automatic
Low Range
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Not confirmed
4WD / AWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not confirmed
6 km/h
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Claimed Mileage
Not confirmed
7.5 km/l
City Mileage
Not confirmed
6.1 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not confirmed
8.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not confirmed
67 l
Emission Standard
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
Not confirmed
13.3 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
Not confirmed
13.3 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
Not confirmed
13.3 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
Not confirmed
7.5 km/l
AC Charging Power
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Charging Time AC Full
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
Not confirmed
13.3 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
Not confirmed
13.3 l/100km
DC Charging Power
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Fuel Economy Combined
Not confirmed
13.3 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
Not confirmed
67 l
Fuel Type
Not confirmed
Hybrid
Low Range Ratio
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Range Wltp
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Airbags
Not confirmed
Not Available
ABS
Not confirmed
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not confirmed
Not Available
Traction Control
Not confirmed
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not confirmed
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not confirmed
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not confirmed
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not confirmed
Not Available
Brake Assist
Not confirmed
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not confirmed
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not confirmed
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not confirmed
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not confirmed
Standard
AEB
Not confirmed
Not Available
BA
Not confirmed
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not confirmed
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not confirmed
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not confirmed
Not Available
EBD
Not confirmed
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not confirmed
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not confirmed
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not confirmed
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not confirmed
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not confirmed
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not confirmed
Not Available
TCS
Not confirmed
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not confirmed
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not confirmed
Standard
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Cruise Control
Not confirmed
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not confirmed
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not confirmed
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not confirmed
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not confirmed
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not confirmed
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not confirmed
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Not confirmed
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not confirmed
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not confirmed
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not confirmed
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not confirmed
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not confirmed
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not confirmed
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not confirmed
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not confirmed
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not confirmed
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not confirmed
Not Available
Park Assist
Not confirmed
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not confirmed
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not confirmed
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not confirmed
Not Available
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Seat Material
Not confirmed
Cloth
Heated Seats
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Not confirmed
Digital instrument cluster
Interior Colour Options
Not confirmed
3
60 40 Split Seat
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Not confirmed
Cloth
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Not confirmed
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Santa Fe Hybrid grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
Not confirmed
3
Seat Capacity
Not confirmed
7
Seat Count
Not confirmed
7
Seat Trim
Not confirmed
Cloth
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Climate Control
Not confirmed
Not Available
Power Windows
Not confirmed
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not confirmed
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not confirmed
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not confirmed
Wireless
Sunroof
Not confirmed
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not confirmed
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not confirmed
Not Available
AC Type
Not confirmed
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not confirmed
Not Available
Engine Warranty
Not confirmed
4
Fuel Consumption Combined
Not confirmed
13.3
Gear Shift Type
Not confirmed
Automatic
Hill Start Assist
Not confirmed
Standard
Launch Control
Not confirmed
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not confirmed
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not confirmed
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not confirmed
Not Available
Service Plan
Not confirmed
3 Years / 45000 km
Stability Control
Not confirmed
Not Available
Valves Per Cylinder
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Accelerator 0 100
Not confirmed
9.5 sec
Bed Extender
Not confirmed
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not confirmed
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not confirmed
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not confirmed
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not confirmed
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not confirmed
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not confirmed
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not confirmed
Not Available
Source Model Column
Not confirmed
santa-fe-hybrid
Sport Plus Mode
Not confirmed
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not confirmed
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not confirmed
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not confirmed
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not confirmed
Not Available
Trim Level
Not confirmed
flagship
Variant Role
Not confirmed
Flagship / premium derivative
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Infotainment Screen
Not confirmed
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Not confirmed
Standard
Android Auto
Not confirmed
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not confirmed
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not confirmed
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not confirmed
Digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Not confirmed
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not confirmed
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
Not confirmed
SYNC
Infotainment Screen
Not confirmed
SYNC
Multi Information Display
Not confirmed
Digital display
Connected Services
Not confirmed
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
Not confirmed
Bluetooth
Touchscreen
Not confirmed
SYNC
Wireless Android Auto
Not confirmed
Standard
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
LED Headlamps
Not confirmed
Halogen
Daytime Running Lamps
Not confirmed
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not confirmed
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not confirmed
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Not confirmed
3
Body Type
Not confirmed
SUV
Led Headlights
Not confirmed
Halogen
Exterior Colour Options
Not confirmed
3
Headlamps
Not confirmed
Halogen
Headlight Type
Not confirmed
Halogen
Headlights
Not confirmed
Halogen
Load Bed Liner
Not confirmed
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not confirmed
Not Available
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Approach Angle
Not confirmed
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not confirmed
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not confirmed
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not confirmed
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not confirmed
4WD / AWD
Breakover Angle
Not confirmed
Not Available
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Tyre Size
Not confirmed
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Not confirmed
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Not confirmed
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not confirmed
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Not confirmed
Not Available
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not confirmed
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Wheelbase Mm
Not confirmed
2815 mm
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Front Suspension
Not confirmed
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Not confirmed
Not Available
MagneRide Damping
Not confirmed
Not Available
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Service Interval
Not confirmed
15000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
Not confirmed
4
Maintenance Plan
Not confirmed
3 Years / 45000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
Not confirmed
15000 km / 12 months
First Service At
Not confirmed
15000
Service Plan Duration
Not confirmed
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Distance
Not confirmed
3 Years / 45000 km
Alternator
Not confirmed
120A
Battery Type
Not confirmed
Lead-acid
Gear Shift Indicator
Not confirmed
Yes
Service Intervals
Not confirmed
15000 km / 12 months
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Warranty Years
Not confirmed
5
Warranty Kilometers
Not confirmed
5
Roadside Assistance
Not confirmed
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
Not confirmed
5 Years
Basic Warranty
Not confirmed
5
Roadside Assistance
Not confirmed
5 Years
Warranty
Not confirmed
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Not confirmed
5 Years
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
CO2 Emissions
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
Not confirmed
Hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement
Not confirmed
Hybrid
Particulate Filter
Not confirmed
Not Available
Spec
C-HR
Santa Fe Hybrid
Ownership Role
Not confirmed
Flagship
Price Source
Not confirmed
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Price Zar
Not confirmed
1249900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Not confirmed
Current listed price
Starting Price
Not confirmed
1249900
Starting Price Zar
Not confirmed
1249900
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
Santa Fe Hybrid leads by 17 points
Santa Fe Hybrid holds a noticeable edge over C-HR, especially in key ownership areas.
Performance
Santa Fe Hybrid +15
Efficiency
C-HR +9
Safety
Santa Fe Hybrid +28
Practicality
Santa Fe Hybrid +30
Ownership
Santa Fe Hybrid +15
Moderate difference between the models.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Santa Fe Hybrid
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
41/100
Safety
28/100
Practicality
80/100
Ownership
65/100
C-HR
Performance
50/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
50/100
Ownership
50/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid
wins with 56 pts
vs 39 pts for C-HR
In structured scoring, Santa Fe Hybrid emerges as the stronger overall package. However, C-HR may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the Santa Fe Hybrid edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: C-HR 50 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 41. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: C-HR 0, Santa Fe Hybrid 28. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: C-HR 50, Santa Fe Hybrid 65. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: C-HR 50, Santa Fe Hybrid 80. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: C-HR 50, Santa Fe Hybrid 65. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Santa Fe Hybrid edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Santa Fe Hybrid scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between C-HR and Santa Fe Hybrid in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: C-HR scores 50 vs 65.
Efficiency: C-HR scores 50 vs 41.
Safety: C-HR scores 0 vs 28.
Practicality: C-HR scores 50 vs 80.
Ownership: C-HR scores 50 vs 65.
Final structured scoring gives Santa Fe Hybrid
the advantage in this comparison.
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