Hyundai Santa Fe vs Land Rover Discovery Sport
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Hyundai Santa Fe
From $54,400
SUV
Petrol
Petrol
206kW
9.1 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
642L
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Price TBC
SUV
Petrol
2.0 litre Ingenium turbocharged petrol four-cylinder with mild-hybrid assistance
184kW
8.4 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
897L
Land Rover Discovery Sport: we're still completing price, width, kerb weight and warranty.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Hyundai Santa Fe features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport gets a 11.4-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Hyundai Santa Fe stands out with BOSE audio — features our data doesn't list for the Land Rover Discovery Sport. The Land Rover Discovery Sport counters with head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and Meridian audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Hyundai Santa Fe gets cloth upholstery while the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers windsor leather.
Drivetrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe uses a Petrol producing 206kW and 422Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout.
The Land Rover Discovery Sport responds with a 2.0 litre Ingenium turbocharged petrol four-cylinder with mild-hybrid assistance making 184kW and 365Nm, paired to a 9-speed automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.8 seconds.
The Hyundai Santa Fe has the clear power advantage at 206kW vs 184kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Hyundai Santa Fe measures 4,830mm long on a 2,815mm wheelbase, 233mm longer than the Land Rover Discovery Sport at 4,597mm (2,741mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai Santa Fe generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 642L in the Hyundai Santa Fe and 897L in the Land Rover Discovery Sport, giving the Land Rover Discovery Sport a 255L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1949L vs 1794L. The Hyundai Santa Fe seats 7 vs 5.
For towing, the Land Rover Discovery Sport leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.6m to 11.8m
Based on 11.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Compare U-turns side by side
Turning Circle · U-turn compare
kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep
Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.
Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,594/year for the Hyundai Santa Fe and $2,394/year for the Land Rover Discovery Sport. That is a $200 annual difference in favour of the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Hyundai Santa Fe if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Land Rover Discovery Sport if: You need more boot space, want lower running costs, or prefer Land Rover's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 2 of 3 key spec categories. The Land Rover Discovery Sport will save you roughly $200 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Land Rover Discovery Sport has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Hyundai Santa Fe and Land Rover Discovery Sport?
The Hyundai Santa Fe is the cheapest at $54,400 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport uses the least fuel at 8.4L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Hyundai Santa Fe holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Land Rover Discovery Sport, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the largest boot at 897L.
Which can tow the most?
The Hyundai Santa Fe has the highest braked towing capacity at 2,000kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Hyundai Santa Fe makes the most power at 206kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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