Hyundai Santa Fe vs Tesla Model Y
Hyundai Santa Fe
$42,040
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Hyundai Santa Fe vs Tesla Model Y. Hyundai Santa Fe offers the strongest value on price. Hyundai Santa Fe leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Hyundai Santa Fe
Best Value
Hyundai Santa Fe
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
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Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Hyundai Santa Fe
$42,040
Rating: 8.5/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Hyundai Santa Fe |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Hyundai | Tesla |
| Model | Santa Fe | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | Suv | Ev |
| Body Style | 5-door mid-size suv | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $42,040 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $42,040 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $40,500 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 2.5L 4-Cylinder Inline Turbocharged Gas Direct Injection (GDI) | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 277 | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 6.9s 0-60 mph estimate | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded Permitted (87 Octane) | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | — | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | 0 miles | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | ULEV70 Certified | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | Conventional 12V Battery with Intelligent Idle Stop & Go Systems | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | Not Applicable | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 8.5/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.2 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 8.6 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | — | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | — | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 8.8 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | — | 9.0 |
| Pros | Upgraded mid-tier cabin layout gains standard dual wireless device docks and helpful third-row passenger USB ports; Chun... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Aggressive all-terrain tread patterns and blocky exterior shell drop EPA-estimated fuel economy down to 21 combined MPG;... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
