2026 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

$34,800 · Crossover

$49,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe (car1) and the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (car2) is the $15,100 MSRP gap, with the Santa Fe starting at $34,800 against the Evoque's $49,900. Performance metrics favor the Santa Fe, which delivers 277 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, substantially outperforming the Evoque's 246 hp and 269 lb-ft. Fuel economy is marginally better for car1 at 24 MPG combined versus car2's 22 MPG combined, though car1 requires only regular unleaded fuel. Conversely, the Evoque compensates in practicality for its smaller exterior dimensions (172.1 inches long vs. car1's 190.2 inches) by offering significantly more cargo space at 21.4 cu ft compared to the Santa Fe's 14.6 cu ft. The drivetrain split also stands out: car1 utilizes FWD while car2 includes AWD standard.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe offers better fuel efficiency at 24 MPG combined and a lower entry price point for daily driving costs.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

Despite its higher cost, the Range Rover Evoque offers a superior 21.4 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to car1's 14.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

The Santa Fe provides superior mechanical output with 277 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, compared to the Evoque's 246 hp and 269 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

The Santa Fe's $34,800 MSRP is $15,100 less than the Evoque while still delivering more horsepower.

Choose the Hyundai Santa Fe if...

Your primary concern is upfront cost savings, evidenced by the $34,800 MSRP.
You prioritize outright power, as the 277 hp output exceeds the competition.
You prefer vehicles running on regular unleaded fuel instead of premium.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if...

You require maximum usable cargo space, boasting 21.4 cu ft versus 14.6 cu ft.
All-wheel drive capability is mandatory, whereas car1 uses FWD.
A more compact exterior length of 172.1 inches is preferable for urban navigation.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Santa Fe	Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Length	190.2"	172.1"
Width	74.8"	-
Height	67.7"	64.9"
Wheelbase	110.8"	105.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	—
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	277 hp @ 5800 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	311 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/29 MPG	20/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	354.0/513.3 mi.	354.0/477.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Speaker System	—	12
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	1	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Front Head Room	41.1 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	44.4 in.	40.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	56.6 in.
Front Hip Room	56.5 in.	—
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	40.6 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.3 in.	34.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	55.4 in.
Rear Hip Room	54.9 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	18 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/60R18	R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

What is the performance difference based on the provided specifications?

The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe (car1) is clearly the more powerful option, producing 277 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque. The Range Rover Evoque (car2) lags behind with 246 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, which translates to a 31 hp deficit for car2.

How much more cargo space does the Evoque offer over the Santa Fe?

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque offers significantly more utility in terms of storage, providing 21.4 cu ft of cargo capacity. This is substantially larger than the 14.6 cu ft available in the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Which vehicle has better fuel economy and what fuel type is required?

The Santa Fe achieves a better combined MPG rating of 24 (20/29 city/highway) compared to the Evoque's 22 MPG combined (20/27 city/highway). Furthermore, the Santa Fe uses regular unleaded, whereas the Evoque recommends premium.

Why is there such a large price disparity between the two crossovers?

The MSRP difference is $15,100, with the Santa Fe starting at $34,800 and the Evoque at $49,900. This suggests significant differentiation in luxury positioning, standard features (like car2's AWD), or brand equity.

Do these vehicles have different driving layouts (FWD vs. AWD)?

Yes, the standard drive configurations differ significantly: the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe comes standard with front-wheel drive. In contrast, the 2026 Range Rover Evoque is equipped with all-wheel drive standard.