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Hyundai Santa Fe vs GWM Tank 500
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 a historical vehicle
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Hyundai Santa Fe
Discontinued model
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Hyundai Santa Fe
2.2D 4WD Executive
Diesel
8-Speed Automatic
Discontinued model
ZAR 899,900
last listed
Discontinued model
Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 147 kW
🔧 440 Nm
⛽ 13.8 km/l
VS
GWM Tank 500
3.0T Hi4-T Luxury
Plug-in Hybrid
9-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,149,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 340 kW
🔧 750 Nm
⛽ 40 km/l
＋
Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Hyundai Santa Fe vs GWM Tank 500: the short answer
Tank 500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Santa Fe remains close.
Recorded price context
Santa Fe:
last listed from
ZAR 899,900
·
Tank 500:
current from
ZAR 1,149,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Santa Fe147 kW @ 3800 rpm | Tank 500340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Santa Fe440 Nm @ 1750 rpm | Tank 500750 Nm |
| Engine Size | Santa Fe2199 cc | Tank 5002999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Santa Fe13.8 km/l | Tank 50040 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Santa Fe188 mm | Tank 500224 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Santa Fe
Strengths
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Tank 500
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Santa Fe
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Tank 500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2001 | 2025 |
| Generation | Fifth generation Santa Fe on Hyundai's i-GMP platform; 'Sensuous Sportiness' design with distinctive parametric LED lighting signature | First generation Tank 500, launched globally in 2023 and brought to South Africa in 2025. Local specification leans toward maximum equipment loading and softer suspension calibration versus the Chinese-domestic version. |
| Facelift History | Fifth generation launched in SA in 2022; significant styling and interior quality upgrade; distinctive boxy design language with vertical lighting | Recently launched into the SA market in 2025; no facelift to date. Software updates expected to refine hybrid system behaviour and adaptive air suspension calibration based on early SA fleet feedback. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2022 | 2025 |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | 2680 kg |
| Body Style | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Cosmos Grey, Atlantic Blue and Adventure Olive Green. Two-tone roof options available with selected base colours. |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | Not confirmed | 2026 |
| Production Status | Not confirmed | published |
| Segment | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not confirmed | Current |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1996 mm |
| Height | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2815 mm | 2950 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 188 mm | 224 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 703 l | 580 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 2680 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not confirmed | 3200 kg |
| Front Headroom | Not confirmed | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not confirmed | 960 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not confirmed | 1050 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not confirmed | 890 mm |
| Towing Capacity | Not confirmed | 3000 kg |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not confirmed | 13 m |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Auto Climate | Yes |
| Power Windows | All | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | 15W Wireless | Yes |
| Sunroof | Electric Panoramic Sunroof | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | Yes |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 12V | Yes |
| AC Type | Tri-Zone Auto Climate | Yes |
| Boot Opener | Inside | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Inside | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Manual | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | No | No |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Service Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Steel | Yes |
| Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | No | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Yes | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Tri-Zone Auto Climate | Yes |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Rim Size | 20-inch Alloy | 22 |
| Sound System | 8 Meridian Premium | 12 |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | 15W Wireless | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 340 sec |
| Active Safety Alert | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Ambient Light Zones | Not confirmed | Multi-zone |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 780 l |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Full-length with storage |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 3 |
| Coat Hooks Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Direct Injection |
| Cornering Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Door Sill Trim | Not confirmed | Aluminium |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.38 |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Digital |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Electric |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Follow Me Home Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 2.5 |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Lockable illuminated |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | No |
| Grab Handles Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Headrest Front | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Headrest Rear | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Horn Type | Not confirmed | Electric |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric Adjustable |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Electric |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Oil Pressure Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Electric Panoramic Sunroof | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Pedal Covers | Not confirmed | Aluminium-style |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | No |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reading Lights Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | 60/40 |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Integrated Spoiler |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Refrigerated Console | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Rev Counter | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | High Bolster Sports Seat |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Front and Rear |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | tank-500 |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | Progressive |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Sunvisors | Not confirmed | Dual with vanity mirrors |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Temperature Gauge | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Three Zone Climate | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tie Down Hooks | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Receiver hitch compatible |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | flagship |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Welcome Lighting | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 780 l |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | GW4C30D |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 2199 cc | 2999 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 24 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Common Rail Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 147 kW @ 3800 rpm | 340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750 rpm | 750 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 320 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 750 Nm |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 sec | 4.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Normal | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 74.2 kW/tonne | 119.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 222.2 Nm/tonne | 279.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 27 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | 135 km |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front | Front Transverse |
| Gearbox | 8-speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | HTRAC AWD | Front Engine All Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Yes | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | Yes |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| 4WD Engagement | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Axle Layout | Not confirmed | AWD |
| Clutch Type | Not confirmed | Torque Converter |
| Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Drive Mode Selector | Not confirmed | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Drivetrain | Not confirmed | All Wheel Drive (Hi4-T Hybrid) |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not confirmed | 3.73 |
| Number of Gears | Not confirmed | 9 |
| Gear Shift Type | Not confirmed | Automatic |
| Low Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Reverse Gear Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | 14.7:1 |
| Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not confirmed | 9 |
| Front Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Low Range Ratio | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 13.8 km/l | 40 km/l |
| City Mileage | 11.0 km/l | 28.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 17.5 km/l | 47.6 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 l | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 5 |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 67 | 80 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not confirmed | No |
| Fuel Filler Cap | Not confirmed | Lockable |
| Real-world Mileage | 13.8 km/l | 40 km/l |
| Auto Start Stop | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Charging Port Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Combined Driving Range | Not confirmed | 135 |
| Range Real World Highway | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | 8 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Yes |
| Safety Rating | Not Rated (SA) | 5 |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| AEB | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 8 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 8 |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not confirmed | No |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tracking System | Not confirmed | Optional |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Front and Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Yes |
| Auto Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | No | Yes |
| Eco Mode | Yes | Yes |
| EV Mode | No | Yes |
| Sport Mode | No | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Attention Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Park Assist | Not confirmed | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Front and Rear |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Front and Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Nappa Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Power 8-way | Yes |
| Heated Seats | Front & 2nd Row | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | Yes |
| Steering Type | Electric | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | 64-Colour Ambient | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | 3rd Row Fold Flat | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | No | Yes |
| Cup Holders | 4 | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather Wrapped |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue + MID | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | Yes |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual | Yes |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Manual | Yes |
| Cooled Seats | No | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | No |
| Front Headrest | Yes | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | No | Yes |
| Memory Seats | No | Yes |
| Rear Headrest | Yes | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Folding with storage |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Centre folding with cupholders |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 780 |
| Cargo Net | Not confirmed | No |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | 12-Way Electric |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | Quilted Nappa leather upholstery. 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. Full digital instrument cluster with multi-display configurations. Head-up display. Ventilated and heated front |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | Not confirmed | LED |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black with silver accents |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Nappa Leather |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Massage Seat Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | 4-Way Manual |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Seat Entertainment | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | Not confirmed | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Heating Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Nappa Leather |
| Seat Ventilation Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1520 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1480 mm |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | Not confirmed | 0 |
| Third Row Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 8 Meridian Premium | 12 |
| Navigation System | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Yes |
| USB Ports | 2 USB-A + 2 USB-C | 4 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | Yes |
| AUX Input | Yes | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | Touchscreen | 14.6-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 8 Meridian Premium | 12 |
| Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Full LED Parametric | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 20-inch Alloy | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Yes |
| Wing Mirror Type | Power Adjustable | Electric Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Coloured | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Full LED Parametric | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Headlamps | Full LED Parametric | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Full LED Parametric | Yes |
| Headlights | Full LED Parametric | Yes |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Metal Roof |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Electric |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 880 mm |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 890 mm |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Metal Roof |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | Yes |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 20 deg | 22 deg |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 188 mm | 280 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 188 mm | 224 mm |
| 4WD System Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle | Not confirmed | 33 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 33 deg |
| Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 22 deg |
| Breakover Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 22 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not confirmed | 28 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 28 deg |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | 22 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | No |
| Skid Plates Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Wading Depth | Not confirmed | 800 mm |
| Wading Depth Mm | Not confirmed | 800 mm |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 255/45 R20 | 285/45R22 |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Steel | Yes |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | 91 | 114 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | V |
| Wheel Rim Size | 20-inch Alloy | 22 |
| Brake Type Front | Disc (Ventilated) | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Steel | Yes |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Highway All-Terrain |
| Wheel Diameter | 20-inch Alloy | 22 |
| Wheels | 20-inch Alloy | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | 308 mm |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 285 mm |
| Handbrake Type | Not confirmed | Electronic parking brake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather Wrapped |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | 292 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 285 mm |
| Spare Wheel Location | Not confirmed | Under vehicle / boot floor |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Alloy |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather Wrapped |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Wheel Cover | Not confirmed | Alloy |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Wheel Material | 20-inch Alloy | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 22 |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Power Steering | Electric | Yes |
| Steering Column | Tilt | Adjustable |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Air Suspension | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Air Suspension Modes | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1560 mm |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Air Spring |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1570 mm |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Hydraulic |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Hydraulic |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 km / 12 months | 10000 |
| Maintenance Plan | 3 Years / 45000 km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| First Service At | 15000 | 5000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Alternator | 120A | 110A |
| Service Plan | 4 | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15000 km / 12 months | 10000 |
| Accessory Battery Type | Lead-acid | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | 8 Years / 160,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | 7.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 10,000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | Included in Service Plan |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | Yes |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | 6 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | Yes |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 188 g/km | 58 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | Yes |
| Variable Valve Timing | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Diesel | 95 Octane Unleaded |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Yes | EVAP Canister |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 58 |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | 5/5 |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Plug-In Hybrid AWD (Hi4-T) |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | 58 |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | Low |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | No |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Not confirmed | Flagship |
| Price Zar | Not confirmed | 1149900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Not confirmed | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | Not confirmed | 1149900 |
| Starting Price Zar | Not confirmed | 1149900 |
| Spec | Santa Fe | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Max | Not confirmed | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Min | Not confirmed | 3.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | Not confirmed | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | Not confirmed | 3.5 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Santa Fe and Tank 500 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: Santa Fe 74 vs Tank 500 100.
Efficiency index: Santa Fe 55 vs Tank 500 97.
Safety-equipment index: Santa Fe 98 vs Tank 500 100.
Practicality index: Santa Fe 89 vs Tank 500 83.
Ownership-cover index: Santa Fe 65 vs Tank 500 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.
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
Tank 500 leads by 12 points
Tank 500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Santa Fe remains close.
Evidence leader
90
/100
Lead
12
points
Data
96%
source coverage
90
#1
Evidence leader
Tank 500
96% source coverage
4 strong categories
Best at
Performance 100
Check
Ownership 65
Performance
100
Efficiency
97
Safety
100
Practicality
83
Ownership
65
Leads by 12 points
78
#2
Santa Fe
89% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 98
Check
Efficiency 55
Performance
74
Efficiency
55
Safety
98
Practicality
89
Ownership
65
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Tank 500 +26
Efficiency
Tank 500 +42
Safety
Tank 500 +2
Practicality
Santa Fe +6
Ownership
Level
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tank 500
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
97/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
83/100
Ownership
65/100
Santa Fe
Performance
74/100
Efficiency
55/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
89/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
GWM Tank 500
leads the specification evidence index with 90 pts
vs 78 pts for Santa Fe
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tank 500 leads. However, Santa Fe may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Santa Fe vs Tank 500 questions
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.