Car Buyer's Guide

Hyundai Santa Fe vs smart #5

Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe

smart #5

smart #5

Verdict

The #5 is 51% more powerful, while the #5 is about 11% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 225,000RM 199,800
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentD-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC Direct Injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with Hybrid Assistance
Capacity1,598 cc
Horsepower177 hp
Torque265 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInline
Timing TypeChain
FuelPetrol Hybrid/REVElectric
Bore75.6 mm
Compression Ratio10.5
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower64 hp358 hp
Motor Torque264 Nm373 Nm
Battery TypeLithium-ion PolymerNickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC)
Battery Capacity1.49 kWh100 kWh
EV Range590 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 2
Charging Rate (AC)22 kW
Charger Type (DC)CCS
Charging Rate (DC)400 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name6-speed Automatic
Gears6
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h6.5 seconds
Top Speed200 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,830 mm4,705 mm
Width1,900 mm1,920 mm
Height1,720 mm1,705 mm
Wheelbase2,815 mm2,900 mm
Weight2,260 kg
Fuel Tank67 litres
Doors55
Seats75
Boot Space628 litres630 litres
Front Tyre255/45R20255/45R20
Rear Tyre255/45R20255/45R20
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresKumho Ecsta PS71Continental EcoContact 7
Chassis
AssemblyKorea (CBU)China (CBU)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsDouble Wishbones
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels18" 5-arm Alloy Wheels20" Alloys
Rear Wheels18" 5-arm Alloy Wheels20" Alloys
Front BrakesVentilated DiscsVentilated Discs
Rear BrakesVentilated DiscsSolid Discs
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee AirbagDriver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsElectronic for Rear Doors
Seat Belts7 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for 2nd & 3rd Row SeatsAvailable On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes, Front and Rear
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ReflectorsLED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Front Seats with Driver's Side MemoryDriver and Passenger Powered Seats
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC Vents & Blower ControlsRear AC Vents
SunroofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Second Row, 2 USB-C Third Row1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 4 Second Row, 2 Third Row2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeRear Window ShadesPowered Sunroof Shade
Audio12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Entry (Push Button Start)Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationContactless Opening, Powered BootYes, Powered with Kick Sensor
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree MonitorYes, With 360-degree Camera
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer160,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer8 years4 years
Warranty Notes8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components Warranty
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 120RM 455

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

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