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.
Everest starts ZAR 424,900 cheaperEverest from ZAR 825,000 · Santa Fe Hybrid from ZAR 1,249,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Maximum Power
184 kW @ 3250 rpm
175.2 kW
Maximum Torque
600 Nm
367 Nm
Engine Size
2993 cc
1598 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
11.8 km/l
13.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
226 mm
177 mm
Boot / Load Bay
259 l
413 l
Airbags
6
Driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags
Kerb Weight
2450 kg
1980 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
7 seats
Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
5
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Everest and Santa Fe Hybrid are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Everest
+19 pts
Efficiency
Santa Fe Hybrid
+7 pts
Safety
Santa Fe Hybrid
+8 pts
Practicality
Everest
+4 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
Everest
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Santa Fe Hybrid
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Everest
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Santa Fe Hybrid
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Model Introduced Year
2015
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Currently sold Everest belongs to the latest generation with enhanced comfort and safety systems
Current South African Santa Fe Hybrid listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Major generational update in 2022 with improved safety, technology, and design
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
2022
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Seven-seat SUV
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.6T Hybrid Elite AWD 6AT
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Large SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2450 kg
1980 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Length
4914 mm
4830 mm
Width
1923 mm
1900 mm
Height
1842 mm
1770 mm
Wheelbase
2900 mm
2815 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
226 mm
177 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
67 l
Boot/Cargo Space
259 l
413 l
Kerb Weight
2450 kg
1980 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3150 kg
2675 kg
Payload Capacity
680 kg
695 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
-
Seating Capacity
7 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.9 m
-
Front Headroom
972 mm
-
Rear Headroom
953 mm
-
Front Legroom
1058 mm
-
Rear Legroom
912 mm
-
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Not Available
Chassis Type
Ladder Frame
-
Chassis Material
Ladder Frame
-
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Wireless
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
2253 l
AC Type
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Source Model Column
everest
santa-fe-hybrid
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Sub Frame
Ladder Frame
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
flagship
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Engine Warranty
-
4
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
7.5
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Accelerator 0 100
-
9.5 sec
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Engine
3-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.6-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
Engine Code
Ford 3.0 V6 turbo diesel
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
1598 cc
Cylinders
6
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
24
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
184 kW @ 3250 rpm
175.2 kW
Maximum Torque
600 Nm
367 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
175.2 kW
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
190 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
9.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
75.1 kW/tonne
88.5 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
244.9 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Engine Position
Front longitudinal
-
Gearbox
10-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Full-Time Four Wheel Drive
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
10
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Gear Shift Type
10-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Standard
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
10-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x4
Active on-demand all-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
10
6
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
13.3 km/l
City Mileage
9.9 km/l
10.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
13.7 km/l
15.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
67 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
11.8 km/l
13.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
67
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Airbags
6
Driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Standard
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Not Available
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Cloth
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
5
3
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium interior design, large touchscreen, digital cluster, driver assistance features
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
5
3
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Cloth
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital instrument cluster
Fabric Seats
-
Cloth
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Infotainment System
SYNC
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
SYNC
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
SYNC
Connected Services
SYNC
SYNC
Touchscreen
SYNC
SYNC
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Multi Information Display
-
Digital display
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Halogen
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
3
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
5
3
Headlights
Not Available
Halogen
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Led Headlights
Not Available
Halogen
Headlamps
Not Available
Halogen
Headlight Type
Not Available
Halogen
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
226 mm
177 mm
Ground Clearance Min
226 mm
177 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Tyre Size
Not Available
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Not Available
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Warranty Years
4 years / 120 000 km
5
Warranty Kilometers
4 years / 120 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
5 Years
Basic Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
5 Years
Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
5 Years
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Hybrid
Variable Valve Timing
No
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Hybrid
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Service Plan
Not Available
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
-
4
Maintenance Plan
-
3 Years / 45000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
First Service At
-
15000
Service Plan Duration
Not Available
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Distance
Not Available
3 Years / 45000 km
Alternator
-
120A
Service Intervals
-
15000 km / 12 months
Accessory Battery Type
-
Lead-acid
Spec
Everest
Santa Fe Hybrid
Ownership Role
Flagship
Flagship
Price Zar
1340000 ZAR
1249900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
1340000
1249900
Starting Price Zar
1340000
1249900
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
Everest leads by 4 points
Everest and Santa Fe Hybrid are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Everest +19
Efficiency
Santa Fe Hybrid +7
Safety
Santa Fe Hybrid +8
Practicality
Everest +4
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
Everest
Performance
91/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
81/100
Practicality
77/100
Santa Fe Hybrid
Performance
72/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
89/100
Practicality
73/100
Ownership
65/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Ford Everest
leads the catalogue index with 77 pts
vs 73 pts for Santa Fe Hybrid
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Everest leads. However, Santa Fe Hybrid may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Everest and Santa Fe Hybrid comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Everest 91 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 72.
Efficiency index: Everest 52 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 59.
Safety-equipment index: Everest 81 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 89.
Practicality index: Everest 77 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 73.
Ownership-cover index: Everest not separately scored vs Santa Fe Hybrid 65.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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