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.
X70 Plus starts ZAR 1249900 cheaperSanta Fe Hybrid from ZAR 1,249,900 · X70 Plus from ZAR 454,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Engine Power
Not Applicable
115
Torque
367
230
Engine Size
1598
1498
Claimed Mileage
7.5
7.8
Ground Clearance
177 mm
200
Boot Space
Not Applicable
1680
Airbags
Not Available
Front and front side airbags plus side curtain airbags
Kerb Weight
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Seating Capacity
7
7
Warranty
5
-
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Both Santa Fe Hybrid and X70 Plus are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Santa Fe Hybrid
+16 pts
Efficiency
Santa Fe Hybrid
+5 pts
Safety
X70 Plus
+38 pts
Practicality
X70 Plus
+11 pts
Ownership
Santa Fe Hybrid
+25 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Santa Fe Hybrid
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner
X70 Plus
Strengths
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Family Usage
Which One's Right for You?
Santa Fe Hybrid
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
X70 Plus
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
Not Available
Generation
Current South African Santa Fe Hybrid listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current local listing
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.
Not listed by current South African source page.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Seven-seat SUV
SUV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.6T Hybrid Elite AWD 6AT
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Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
published
Active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Ground Clearance
177 mm
200 mm
Wheelbase
2815 mm
2720 mm
Length
4830 mm
4724 mm
Width
1900 mm
1900 mm
Height
1770 mm
1720 mm
Kerb Weight
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Weight
Not Applicable
2076 kg
Seating Capacity
7
7
Boot Space
Not Applicable
1680 l
Towing Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turning Radius
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Headroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
1680 l
Number of Doors
5
Not Applicable
Max Payload
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Volume
Not Applicable
1680 l
Doors
5
Not Applicable
Seats
7
7
Fuel Tank Capacity
67 l
57 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
Not Applicable
2076 kg
Ground Clearance Max
177 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance Min
177 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
177 mm
200 mm
Height Mm
1770 mm
1720 mm
Length Mm
4830 mm
4724 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Payload Kg
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cargo Volume
Not Applicable
1680 l
Tare Mass Kg
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turning Circle
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turning Circle M
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Width Mm
1900 mm
1900 mm
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Engine
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
SQRE4T15C
Engine Type
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
1.5-litre turbo petrol
Displacement
1598 cc
1498 cc
Cylinders
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Power
Not Applicable
115 kW
Power @ RPM
Not Applicable
5500
Torque
367 Nm
230 Nm
Torque @ RPM
Not Applicable
1750-4000
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turbocharger
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Top Speed
190 km/h
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
9.5 sec
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cylinder Bore
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Piston Stroke
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Code
Not Applicable
SQRE4T15C
Power
Not Applicable
154 bhp
Fuel Grade Required
Hybrid
Petrol
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Aspiration
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Type Config
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
Not Applicable
0–100 km/h
9.5 sec
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1598 cc
1498 cc
Engine Displacement Litres
1.6 l
1.5 l
Acceleration 0 100
9.5 sec
Not Applicable
Engine Config
1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Cylinders
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement Cc
1598 cc
1498 cc
Engine Power kW
Not Applicable
115 kW
Engine Torque Nm
367 Nm
230 Nm
Engine Valves
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Induction
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Max Power kW
Not Applicable
115 kW
Max Torque Nm
367 Nm
230 Nm
Maximum Power
Not Applicable
115 kW
Maximum Torque
367 Nm
230 Nm
Power kW Rpm
Not Applicable
5500
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
System Output
175.2
-
Torque Nm Rpm
Not Applicable
1750-4000
Turbo Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Drive Type
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6 km/h
6 km/h
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
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
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6 km/h
6 km/h
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Claimed Mileage
7.5 km/l
7.8 km/l
City Mileage
6.1 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
8.7 km/l
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
67 l
57 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro V
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
13.3 l/100km
7.8 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
13.3 l/100km
7.8 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
13.3 l/100km
7.8 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
7.5 km/l
7.8 km/l
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Time AC Full
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
13.3 l/100km
7.8 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
13.3 l/100km
7.8 l/100km
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Economy Combined
13.3 l/100km
7.8 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
67 l
57 l
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Petrol
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
Range Wltp
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Airbags
Not Available
Front and front side airbags plus side curtain airbags
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Front and front side airbags plus side curtain airbags
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
Yes
Front Seat Side Airbags
-
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
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
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Yes
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
Yes
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Seat Material
Cloth
Black synthetic leather seats with red stitching
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Blue
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital instrument cluster
-
Interior Colour Options
3
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Driver electric 6-way; passenger manual 4-way
Fabric Seats
Cloth
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Driver electric 6-way; passenger manual 4-way
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.
-
Interior Colours
3
-
Seat Capacity
7
-
Seat Count
7
-
Seat Trim
Cloth
Black synthetic leather seats with red stitching
Seat Adjustment
-
Driver electric 6-way; passenger manual 4-way
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
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
Wireless
50W
Sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
AC Type
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Engine Warranty
4
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
13.3
7.8
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Not Applicable
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Launch Control
Not Available
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Service Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
5-year/60,000 km service plan
Stability Control
Not Available
Not Available
Valves Per Cylinder
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Accelerator 0 100
9.5 sec
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Source Model Column
santa-fe-hybrid
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
-
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
Dual 10.25-inch instrument cluster and infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
Android Auto
Standard
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
Not Available
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital instrument cluster
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Front Type-A x2; rear USB ports listed
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
10.25-inch
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
10.25-inch
Multi Information Display
Digital display
-
Connected Services
SYNC
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
-
Touchscreen
SYNC
10.25-inch
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
LED Headlamps
Halogen
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
See OEM source page for colour availability.
Body Type
SUV
-
Led Headlights
Halogen
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
3
-
Headlamps
Halogen
Yes
Headlight Type
Halogen
Yes
Headlights
Halogen
Yes
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Tyre Size
Not Available
235/55R19
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated disc brake
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Solid disc brake
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Non full-size
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
19
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Wheelbase Mm
2815 mm
2720 mm
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson strut suspension
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multiple link independent suspension
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
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
3 Years / 45000 km
5-year/60,000 km service plan
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45000 km
5-year/60,000 km service plan
Alternator
120A
-
Battery Type
Lead-acid
-
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
-
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Warranty Years
5
Not Available
Warranty Kilometers
5
Not Available
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5
Not Available
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Warranty
5
Not Available
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
179 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Hybrid
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Hybrid
Petrol
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Spec
Santa Fe Hybrid
X70 Plus
Ownership Role
Flagship
South Africa market model
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
https://jetour.co.za/models-x70-plus/
Price Zar
1249900 ZAR
484900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
top
Starting Price
1249900
454900
Starting Price Zar
1249900
454900
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
X70 Plus leads by 2 points
Both Santa Fe Hybrid and X70 Plus are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Performance
Santa Fe Hybrid +16
Efficiency
Santa Fe Hybrid +5
Safety
X70 Plus +38
Practicality
X70 Plus +11
Ownership
Santa Fe Hybrid +25
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
X70 Plus
Performance
49/100
Efficiency
36/100
Safety
66/100
Practicality
91/100
Ownership
40/100
Santa Fe Hybrid
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
41/100
Safety
28/100
Practicality
80/100
Ownership
65/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Jetour X70 Plus
wins with 58 pts
vs 56 pts for Santa Fe Hybrid
In structured scoring, X70 Plus 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.
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On our scoring the X70 Plus 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 41 vs X70 Plus 36. 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, X70 Plus 66. 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, X70 Plus 40. 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 80, X70 Plus 91. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Santa Fe Hybrid 65, X70 Plus 49. 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.
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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 X70 Plus edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The X70 Plus 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 X70 Plus in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 65 vs 49.
Efficiency: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 41 vs 36.
Safety: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 28 vs 66.
Practicality: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 80 vs 91.
Ownership: Santa Fe Hybrid scores 65 vs 40.
Final structured scoring gives X70 Plus
the advantage in this comparison.
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