Ford Escape SE vs Hyundai Santa Fe SEL

Ford Escape SE

Suv · Gasoline

Hyundai Santa Fe SEL

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

Ford Escape SE

The Ford Escape SE blends family-friendly space with efficient running, combining a 1000 L trunk and 7.5 L/100 km consumption. With 190 hp and 0-100 km/h in 8.5 s at a price around 30,000, it offers good value in its segment for commuting and road trips.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7.5 L/100km190 hp

Car B

Hyundai Santa Fe SEL

The Hyundai Santa Fe SEL targets family-compact buyers seeking balanced everyday performance, reasonable efficiency, and good value around $30,000, with safety a noted strength. Its small listed cargo space and modest output make it better for commuting and lighter trips than heavy hauling.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 86 / 61

City 48 / 34

Budget / value 63 / 61

Road trip 63 / 55

Performance 28 / 26

Cargo 64 / 16

Practical 62 / 43

Premium 24 / 30

Winter 36 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Escape SE · Orange = Hyundai Santa Fe SEL

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Escape SE Hyundai Santa Fe SEL

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Pros & cons

Ford Escape SE

Efficient for its class (7.5 L/100 km) to control fuel costs.
Large 1000 L cargo area suits strollers, sports gear, and road-trip luggage.
Balanced performance: 190 hp and 0-100 km/h in 8.5 s for confident merging.
Safety is a highlighted strength in its segment, aligning with family use.
Not aimed at performance driving; enthusiasts may want more speed or sharper handling.
Gasoline-only powertrain—no hybrid or EV option for maximum efficiency.
Five seats only; no third row for larger families.
Shoppers seeking a premium feel may prefer upscale alternatives.

Hyundai Santa Fe SEL

Good value in its segment at around $30,000.
Confident everyday pace with 0–100 km/h in about 8 seconds.
Efficiency of 8.5 L/100 km helps keep fuel costs predictable.
Five-seat layout suits daily family use and commuting.
Very small listed trunk (102 L) limits luggage and gear.
180 hp and 250 Nm may feel modest when fully loaded or for enthusiasts.
Only five seats; no third row for larger families.
If maximum efficiency is a priority, there are thriftier options.

Verdict

Pick Ford Escape SE if…

Best fuel economy

Ford Escape SE uses 7.5 L/100km vs 8.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Hyundai Santa Fe SEL if…

Performance & capability

Hyundai Santa Fe SEL is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Ford Escape SE

Hyundai Santa Fe SEL

Verdict

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