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.
No longer sold newSpecs stay visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 88 kW🔧 172 Nm⛽ 16.4 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceSanta Fe Hybrid
⛽Fuel EconomyVenue
🛡SafetyVenue
📦PracticalitySanta Fe Hybrid
🔑OwnershipTie
Venue starts ZAR 1249900 cheaperSanta Fe Hybrid from ZAR 1,249,900 · Venue from ZAR 343,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Engine Power
175.2 kW
88 kW
Torque
367 Nm
172 Nm
Engine Size
1598 cc
998 cc
Claimed Mileage
13.3 km/l
16.4 km/l
Ground Clearance
177 mm
188 mm
Boot / Load Bay
413 l
355 l
Airbags
Driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags
6
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
1180 kg
Seating Capacity
7
5
Warranty
5
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
Both Santa Fe Hybrid and Venue are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Santa Fe Hybrid
+33 pts
Efficiency
Venue
+4 pts
Safety
Venue
+64 pts
Practicality
Santa Fe Hybrid
+9 pts
Ownership
Equal
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Santa Fe Hybrid
Strengths
More powerful engine output
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
🏆 Overall Winner
Venue
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Santa Fe Hybrid
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Venue
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
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
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2019
Generation
Current South African Santa Fe Hybrid listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
First generation Venue — the global model adapted for SA with minor market-specific changes; no second-gen yet in SA
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Launched in SA in 2019; subtle updates to safety and infotainment tech followed in subsequent years
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2019
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Discontinued - exact end year not confirmed
Body Style
Seven-seat SUV
Not confirmed
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Not confirmed
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.6T Hybrid Elite AWD 6AT
Not confirmed
Model Year
2026
Not confirmed
Production Status
published
Not confirmed
Segment
SUV
Not confirmed
Vehicle Type
SUV
Not confirmed
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Ground Clearance
177 mm
188 mm
Wheelbase
2815 mm
2520 mm
Length
4830 mm
4040 mm
Width
1900 mm
1770 mm
Height
1770 mm
1619 mm
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
1180 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight
2675 kg
1670 kg
Seating Capacity
7
5
Boot Space
413 l
355 l
Towing Capacity
-
Not confirmed
Front Track Width
-
Not confirmed
Rear Track Width
-
Not confirmed
Turning Radius
-
Not confirmed
Load Bed Length
413 l
355 l
Load Bed Width
-
Not confirmed
Front Legroom
-
Not confirmed
Rear Legroom
-
Not confirmed
Front Headroom
-
Not confirmed
Rear Headroom
-
Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
2253 l
1106 l
Number of Doors
5
5
Max Payload
695 kg
Not confirmed
Boot Volume
413 l
355 l
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
67 l
45 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
2675 kg
1670 kg
Ground Clearance Max
177 mm
188 mm
Ground Clearance Min
177 mm
188 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
177 mm
188 mm
Height Mm
1770 mm
1619 mm
Length Mm
4830 mm
4040 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
413 l
355 l
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not confirmed
Payload Kg
695 kg
Not confirmed
Cargo Volume
413 l
355 l
Tare Mass Kg
1980 kg
1180 kg
Turning Circle
-
Not confirmed
Turning Circle M
-
Not confirmed
Width Mm
1900 mm
1770 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded
2253 l
1106 l
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Engine
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
1.0 T-GDI Turbo
Engine Type
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
Petrol
Displacement
1598 cc
998 cc
Cylinders
-
3
Valves per Cylinder
-
16
Power
175.2 kW
88 kW
Power @ RPM
-
5500
Torque
367 Nm
172 Nm
Torque @ RPM
-
1500
Fuel System
-
Direct Injection
Turbocharger
-
Yes
Top Speed
190 km/h
178 km/h
0-100 km/h
9.5 sec
10.8 sec
Compression Ratio
-
Not confirmed
Cylinder Bore
-
Not confirmed
Piston Stroke
-
Not confirmed
Engine Code
-
Not confirmed
Power
-
Not confirmed
Fuel Grade Required
Hybrid
Petrol
Cylinder Layout
-
Not confirmed
Engine Aspiration
-
Naturally Aspirated
Engine Type Config
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
Inline
0–100 km/h
9.5 sec
10.8 sec
Engine Displacement
1598 cc
998 cc
Engine Displacement Litres
1598 cc
998 cc
Acceleration 0 100
9.5 sec
10.8 sec
Engine Config
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
Not confirmed
Engine Cylinders
-
3
Engine Displacement Cc
1598 cc
998 cc
Engine Power kW
175.2 kW
88 kW
Engine Torque Nm
367 Nm
172 Nm
Engine Valves
-
Not confirmed
Induction
-
Not confirmed
Max Power kW
175.2 kW
88 kW
Max Torque Nm
367 Nm
172 Nm
Maximum Power
175.2 kW
88 kW
Maximum Torque
367 Nm
172 Nm
Power kW Rpm
-
5500
Active Exhaust
-
Not confirmed
System Output
175.2
Not confirmed
Torque Nm Rpm
-
1500
Turbo Type
-
Not confirmed
Engine Position
-
Front
Variable Valve Timing
-
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Drive Type
4WD / AWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
FWD
LSD Available
-
No
Transfer Case
-
Not confirmed
Differential Lock
-
Not confirmed
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
-
Not confirmed
Number of Gears
6 km/h
Not confirmed
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
-
Not confirmed
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
4WD Engagement
-
Not confirmed
4WD Hi Range
-
Not confirmed
4WD Lo Range
-
Not confirmed
4WD Selector
-
Not confirmed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not confirmed
Front Differential Lock
-
Not confirmed
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range
-
Not confirmed
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
6 km/h
Not confirmed
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Claimed Mileage
13.3 km/l
16.4 km/l
City Mileage
10.9 km/l
13.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.4 km/l
19.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
67 l
45 l
Emission Standard
-
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
Not confirmed
Auto Start Stop
-
Not confirmed
Average Fuel Consumption
7.5 l/100km
Yes
Claimed Fuel Consumption
7.5 l/100km
Yes
Fuel Efficiency
7.5 l/100km
Yes
Real-world Mileage
13.3 km/l
16.4 km/l
AC Charging Power
-
Not confirmed
Charging Port Type
-
Not confirmed
Charging Time AC Full
-
Not confirmed
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
-
Not confirmed
Charging Type
-
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption
7.5 l/100km
Yes
Combined Consumption L 100km
7.5 l/100km
Yes
DC Charging Power
-
Not confirmed
Fuel Economy Combined
7.5 l/100km
Yes
Fuel Tank Litres
67 l
45 l
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Not confirmed
Low Range Ratio
-
Not confirmed
Combined Driving Range
-
Not confirmed
Electric Consumption
-
Not confirmed
Range Real World Highway
-
Not confirmed
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not confirmed
Range Wltp
-
Not confirmed
Distance To Empty
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Airbags
Driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
-
No
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
-
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Yes
Brake Assist
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not confirmed
AEB
-
No
BA
-
Yes
Brake Override System
-
Not confirmed
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
-
Not confirmed
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Central Locking
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
Not Rated (SA)
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
-
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Front & Rear
Rear View Camera
-
Yes
360 Degree Camera
-
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not confirmed
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
No
Auto Highbeam
-
Not confirmed
Auto Wipers
-
No
Drive Modes
-
Eco / Normal
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera
-
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Park Assist
-
Not confirmed
Around View Monitor
-
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
-
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
-
Not confirmed
Auto Lights
-
Yes
Eco Mode
-
Yes
EV Mode
-
No
Sport Mode
-
No
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Seat Material
Cloth
Leather
Heated Seats
-
Front
Ventilated Seats
-
Front
Ambient Lighting
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
-
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital instrument cluster
Analogue + MID
Interior Colour Options
3
Not confirmed
60 40 Split Seat
-
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
Not confirmed
Fabric Seats
Cloth
Yes
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
Not confirmed
Interior Courtesy Lamps
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.
Not confirmed
Interior Colours
3
Not confirmed
Seat Capacity
7
Not confirmed
Seat Count
7
Not confirmed
Seat Trim
Cloth
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment
-
Power Driver
Steering Type
-
Electric
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Rear Armrest
-
No
Cup Holders
-
4
Rear AC Vents
-
No
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
-
Manual
Cooled Seats
-
No
Front Headrest
-
Yes
Leather Seats
-
No
Memory Seats
-
No
Rear Headrest
-
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Climate Control
-
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power Windows
-
All
Keyless Entry
-
Yes
Push Button Start
-
Yes
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Yes
Sunroof
-
Electric Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
-
Not confirmed
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
No
AC Type
-
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not confirmed
Engine Warranty
4
Not confirmed
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.5
Not confirmed
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Not confirmed
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not confirmed
Launch Control
-
Not confirmed
Performance Data Logger
-
Not confirmed
Rev Matching
-
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Not confirmed
Service Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
4
Stability Control
-
Yes
Valves Per Cylinder
-
Not confirmed
Accelerator 0 100
9.5 sec
Not confirmed
Bed Extender
-
Not confirmed
Canopy Fitment
-
Not confirmed
Load Bed Cover
-
Not confirmed
Load Bed Light
-
Not confirmed
Load Bed Steps
-
Not confirmed
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not confirmed
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not confirmed
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not confirmed
Source Model Column
santa-fe-hybrid
Not confirmed
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not confirmed
Sports Bar
-
Not confirmed
Tailgate Damper
-
Not confirmed
Tailgate Lock
-
Not confirmed
Tow Bar Type
-
Not confirmed
Trim Level
flagship
Not confirmed
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Not confirmed
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
No
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
-
12V
Boot Opener
-
Inside
Climate Zones
-
1
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
-
Yes
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Inside
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Manual
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Power Mirrors
-
Yes
Push Button Start
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Spare Wheel
-
Steel
Tachometer
-
Yes
Telescopic Steering
-
No
Tilt Steering
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Air Conditioning
-
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Rim Size
-
16
Sound System
-
8 Bose Premium
Unlocking
-
Yes
Wireless Charger
Wireless
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
Android Auto
Standard
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
-
8 Bose Premium
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital instrument cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
-
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
8 inch
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
8 inch
Multi Information Display
Digital display
Not confirmed
Connected Services
SYNC
Not confirmed
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not confirmed
Touchscreen
SYNC
8 inch
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Yes
Navigation System
-
Yes
FM Radio
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Voice Recognition
-
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Yes
Infotainment Display
-
Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
Yes
Audio Speakers
-
8 Bose Premium
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
LED Headlamps
Halogen
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
-
LED
Fog Lamps
-
LED
Roof Rails
-
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
3
Not confirmed
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Led Headlights
Halogen
Full LED
Exterior Colour Options
3
Not confirmed
Headlamps
Halogen
Full LED
Headlight Type
Halogen
Full LED
Headlights
Halogen
Full LED
Load Bed Liner
-
Not confirmed
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Not confirmed
Alloy Wheel Design
-
17-inch Two-Tone Alloy
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Wing Mirror Type
-
Power Adjustable
Rear Wiper
-
Yes
Door Handle Finish
-
Body Coloured
DRL
-
LED
Fog Lights
-
Yes
Front Fog Lights
-
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
-
LED
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Yes
Front Fog Lamps
-
LED
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Approach Angle
-
Not confirmed
Departure Angle
-
Not confirmed
Wading Depth
-
Not confirmed
Terrain Modes
-
Not confirmed
Locking Differential
-
No
4WD System Type
4WD / AWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Breakover Angle
-
Not confirmed
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
20 deg
Hill Descent Control
-
No
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Tyre Size
-
215/55 R17
Front Brake Type
-
Disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
-
Steel
Wheel Rim Size
-
16
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not confirmed
Handbrake Type
-
Not confirmed
Wheelbase Mm
2815 mm
2520 mm
Wheel Type
-
17-inch Two-Tone Alloy
Parking Brake Type
-
Manual
Tyre Load Index
-
91
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Brake Type Front
-
Disc (Ventilated)
Brake Type Rear
-
Disc
Spare Tyre
-
Steel
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless Radial
Wheel Diameter
-
16
Wheels
-
17-inch Two-Tone Alloy
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Front Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
-
Torsion Beam
MagneRide Damping
-
Not confirmed
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt
Front Suspension Type
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
-
Torsion Beam
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
15000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
4
Not confirmed
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
15000 km / 12 months
Not confirmed
First Service At
15000
15000
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45000 km
4
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45000 km
4
Alternator
120A
120A
Battery Type
Lead-acid
Lead-acid
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
15000 km / 12 months
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Warranty Years
5
5
Warranty Kilometers
5
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Warranty
5
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
CO2 Emissions
-
125 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Hybrid
Not confirmed
Fuel Octane Requirement
Hybrid
Unleaded 95
Particulate Filter
-
Not confirmed
Start Stop System
-
No
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
Venue
Ownership Role
Flagship
Not confirmed
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Not confirmed
Price Zar
1249900 ZAR
Not confirmed
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Not confirmed
Starting Price
1249900
Not confirmed
Starting Price Zar
1249900
Not confirmed
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
Venue leads by 5 points
Both Santa Fe Hybrid and Venue are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Performance
Santa Fe Hybrid +33
Efficiency
Venue +4
Safety
Venue +64
Practicality
Santa Fe Hybrid +9
Ownership
Level
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Venue
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
65/100
Santa Fe Hybrid
Performance
72/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
28/100
Practicality
73/100
Ownership
65/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Hyundai Venue
wins with 64 pts
vs 59 pts for Santa Fe Hybrid
In structured scoring, Venue emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Santa Fe Hybrid 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 Venue 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: Santa Fe Hybrid 59 vs Venue 63. 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: Santa Fe Hybrid 28, Venue 92. 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: Santa Fe Hybrid 65, Venue 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: Santa Fe Hybrid 73, Venue 64. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Santa Fe Hybrid 72, Venue 39. 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 Venue edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Venue 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 Santa Fe Hybrid and Venue in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 72 vs 39.
Efficiency: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 59 vs 63.
Safety: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 28 vs 92.
Practicality: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 73 vs 64.
Ownership: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 65 vs 65.
Final structured scoring gives Venue
the advantage in this comparison.
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