Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA K2700 vs Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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KIA K2700
2.7D Workhorse Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 404,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 56 kW
🔧 152 Nm
⛽ 10.5 km/l
VS
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid
1.6T Hybrid Elite AWD 6AT
Hybrid
Current
ZAR 1,249,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 175 kW
🔧 367 Nm
⛽ 13.3 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA K2700 vs Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid: the short answer
Santa Fe Hybrid has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2700.
K2700 starts ZAR 897,905 cheaper
K2700 from ZAR 351,995 · Santa Fe Hybrid from ZAR 1,249,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K270056 kW @ 3200 rpm | Santa Fe Hybrid175.2 kW |
| Maximum Torque | K2700152 Nm @ 2000 rpm | Santa Fe Hybrid367 Nm |
| Engine Size | K27002665 cc | Santa Fe Hybrid1598 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K270010.5 km/l | Santa Fe Hybrid13.3 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2700195 mm | Santa Fe Hybrid177 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Hyundai South Africa official model specification data
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2700
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
General Use
Specification evidence leader
Santa Fe Hybrid
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
K2700
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Santa Fe Hybrid
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 1997 | Current local generation year not confirmed |
| Generation | Long-running light commercial vehicle; established in SA commercial fleet market | Current South African Santa Fe Hybrid listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. |
| Facelift History | Updated in 2005, 2012; current model ongoing production with specification updates | 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 | 2012 | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | Seven-seat SUV |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | 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 |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1880 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.6T Hybrid Elite AWD 6AT |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2685 mm | 2815 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 177 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 l | 67 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 413 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1880 kg | 1980 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2850 kg | 2675 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1300 kg | 695 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1180 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 3 rows |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 11.4 m | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1490 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | 1550 mm | Not Applicable |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Not Available |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Not Available |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | - |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Not Available |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | - |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 1800 mm | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | 1500 mm | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Not Available |
| Power Windows | No | Not Available |
| Keyless Entry | No | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | No | Wireless |
| Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 2253 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | No | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| AC Type | No | Not Available |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Manual | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.45 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | - |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 4 |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Front Power Outlet | No | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 9.5 | 7.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Manual | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Heads Up Display | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | No | - |
| Multi Function Steering | No | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | No | - |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | No | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | - |
| Rear Seat Split | No | - |
| Rear Wing | No | - |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | No | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | No | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | No | - |
| Voice Command | No | - |
| Voice Command Support | No | - |
| Air Conditioning | No | Not Available |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Centre Console | No | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection | - |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | No | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | No | - |
| Front Wipers Type | No | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Heated Mirrors | No | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | - |
| Lift Gate | No | - |
| 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 | 1800 mm | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1500 mm | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | No | - |
| Mirror | Manual | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | No | - |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | No | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 185R14C | Not Available |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | - |
| Sound System | 2 | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | k2700 | santa-fe-hybrid |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | No | Not Available |
| Trim Level | flagship | flagship |
| Unlocking | No | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | - |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | No | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | - |
| Walk Away Lock | No | - |
| Wireless Charger | No | Wireless |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 9.5 sec |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.7-litre Naturally Aspirated Diesel | 1.6-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid |
| Engine Code | J2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Self Charging Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 2665 cc | 1598 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 8 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 94 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 96 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 56 kW @ 3200 rpm | 175.2 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 152 Nm @ 2000 rpm | 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 | RWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 190 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 9.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 29.8 kW/tonne | 88.5 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 80.9 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 | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | 4WD / AWD |
| LSD Available | No | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.10 | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 4WD / AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Standard |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | RWD | Active on-demand all-wheel drive |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 6 |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 10.5 km/l | 13.3 km/l |
| City Mileage | 9.1 km/l | 10.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.8 km/l | 15.5 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 l | 67 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Not Applicable |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 10.5 km/l | 13.3 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 70 | 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 | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | Driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags |
| ABS | No | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Not Available |
| Traction Control | No | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Not Available |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | Not Available |
| Brake Assist | No | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Not Available |
| Alarm System | No | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Standard |
| Whiplash Protection | No | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Not Available |
| BA | No | Not Available |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | No | Standard |
| EBD | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Not Available |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | No | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | No | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | No | Standard |
| Stability Control | No | Not Available |
| TCS | No | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | - |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | No | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | - |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | No | Front and rear |
| Rear View Camera | No | Not Available |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | No | Not Available |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Park Assist | No | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Not Available |
| Front Camera | No | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | - |
| Parking Sensor | No | - |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | - |
| Rear View Camera | No | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | - |
| Reversing Camera | No | - |
| Surround View Camera | No | Not Available |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Cloth |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Heated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Yes | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Rear Armrest | No | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Not Applicable |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | Digital instrument cluster |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | 3 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | Not Applicable |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Not Applicable |
| Fabric Seats | No | Cloth |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Not Applicable |
| Rear Headrest | No | - |
| Armrest Front | No | - |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab with driver and passenger seating, basic audio, air conditioning (Aircon variants), manual windows, simplified commercial switchgear | 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 Trim Colour | Grey | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | - |
| Interior Colours | Grey | 3 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | No | - |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Cloth |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | SYNC |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Android Auto | No | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | Not Available |
| Navigation System | No | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Digital instrument cluster |
| USB Ports | 0 | Not Available |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Standard |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Voice Recognition | No | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | SYNC |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | - |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | - |
| Rear Usb | No | - |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | Not Available |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | - |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | SYNC |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | Digital display |
| Connected Services | No | SYNC |
| Voice Control | No | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | Bluetooth |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 0 | SYNC |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Halogen |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Not Available |
| Fog Lamps | No | Not Available |
| Roof Rails | No | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | 3 |
| Roof Type | Cab | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | - |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | SUV |
| DRL | Yes | Not Available |
| Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Fog Lights | No | - |
| Led Headlights | No | Halogen |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Overhang | 820 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1365 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | 3 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Not Available |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | - |
| Headlamps | No | Halogen |
| Headlight Type | No | Halogen |
| Headlights | No | Halogen |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 18 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 16 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 16 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 18 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 177 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 177 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 185R14C | Not Available |
| Wheel Type | Steel | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Not Available |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Not Available |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 280 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 260 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 112 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 185R14C | Not Available |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Not Available |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 185 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 185 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 185R14C | Not Available |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Not Applicable |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | Steel | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 185R14C | - |
| Wheels | Steel | - |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Approx Service Cost | R1,800 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 4 |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.5 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | 15000 km / 12 months |
| First Service At | 7500 | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | 120A |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Accessory Battery Type | - | Lead-acid |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 249 g/km | Not Applicable |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Hybrid |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | Hybrid |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 261 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 249 | - |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 7.7 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 10.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.6 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 12.4 l/100km | - |
| Spec | K2700 | Santa Fe Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 404995 ZAR | 1249900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 404995 | 1249900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 404995 | 1249900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2700 and Santa Fe Hybrid comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: K2700 32 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 72.
Efficiency index: K2700 43 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 59.
Safety-equipment index: K2700 0 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 89.
Practicality index: K2700 68 vs Santa Fe Hybrid 73.
Ownership-cover index: K2700 49 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.
Model imagery
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Santa Fe Hybrid leads by 36 points
Santa Fe Hybrid has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2700.
Evidence leader
73
/100
Lead
36
points
Data
75%
source coverage
73
#1
Evidence leader
Santa Fe Hybrid
75% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 89
Check
Efficiency 59
Performance
72
Efficiency
59
Safety
89
Practicality
73
Ownership
65
Leads by 36 points
37
#2
K2700
84% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 68
Check
Safety 0
Performance
32
Efficiency
43
Safety
0
Practicality
68
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Santa Fe Hybrid +40
Efficiency
Santa Fe Hybrid +16
Safety
Santa Fe Hybrid +89
Practicality
Santa Fe Hybrid +5
Ownership
Santa Fe Hybrid +16
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Santa Fe Hybrid
Performance
72/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
89/100
Practicality
73/100
Ownership
65/100
K2700
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
43/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid
leads the specification evidence index with 73 pts
vs 37 pts for K2700
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Santa Fe Hybrid leads. However, K2700 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2700 vs Santa Fe Hybrid questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa 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.