The `rivals` duo Hyundai SantaFe and Toyota Fortuner are increasingly competing fiercely with the new 2021 upgrade.
In early July, Hyundai SantaFe 2021 was officially launched in its homeland.
The car is equipped with new technology batteries and has a number of additional variants.
Meanwhile, Toyota Fortuner 2021 was launched in Vietnam on September 17 and this is also a mid-life upgraded facelift version.
Based on the available information about Hyundai SantaFe and Fortuner 2021, this article goes into a detailed analysis of comparative factors such as exterior, interior, engine and selling price of these two car models.
Currently, because it has not been launched in Vietnam, the price of Hyundai SantaFe has not been announced.
Hyundai SantaFe 2020 car price: 995 million VND – 1,245 billion VND
Toyota Fortuner 2021 car price: 995 million VND – 1,426 billion VND
Looking at the price of the standard version, both car models start from 995 million VND.
Both Hyundai SantaFe and Toyota Fortuner 2021 possess strong improvements, bringing a new appearance full of appeal and personality.
| Exterior | Hyundai SantaFe 2021 | Toyota Fortuner 2021 |
| Overall dimensions | 4,785 x 1,890 x 1,680 mm | 4795 x 1855 x 1835 mm |
| Air intakes, radiator grille | extending on both sides, embracing the entire headlight cluster | painted black, curved and angular |
| Car rims | 20 inches | 20 inches |
| LED taillights | Have | Have |
| Daytime lights | LED | LED |
| Headlight | LED | LED Projectors |
Overall, both models do not have too many differences, they both give a rugged, solid and strong look.
The cockpit of the Toyota Fortuner 2021 still has its unique characteristics – simple and convenient to use.
Toyota Fortuner 2021 focuses mainly on comfort and entertainment details, without major changes in design.
Notably, the most advanced version of Fortuner 2021 has a 9-inch touch screen connected to Apple Carplay / Android Auto and a series of amenities such as LED lights, wireless charging, 2 additional USB charging ports, trunk opening and closing.
Meanwhile, SantaFe 2021 has a complete change in the interior, featuring a 10.25-inch touch screen larger than the Fortuner’s central screen, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster at the front.
Furthermore, the traditional gear lever on SantaFe 2021 has been replaced with buttons, giving it a more modern feel.
| Furnishing | Hyundai SantaFe 2021 | Toyota Fortuner 2021 |
| Touch screen | 10.25 inches | 9 inches |
| Wireless charging | Have | Have |
| Panoramic sunroof | Have | Have |
| Electric seats | Have | Have |
| Other outstanding amenities | Display information on HUD windshield… | kick boot, T-connect… |
Currently, there is no information about the engine of the Hyundai SantaFe 2021. However, based on the engine block of the SantaFe 2020 with a capacity of 186-198 horsepower and torque of 241-441 Nm, it is clear that the Hyundai SantaFe is inferior.
| Engine | Hyundai SantaFe 2021 | Toyota Fortuner 2021 |
| Machine | Not yet announced, but revealed to have hybrid and plug-in hybrid engine options | 2.8L turbocharged diesel |
| Wattage | x | 201 horsepower |
| Torque | x | 500Nm |
Choosing Hyundai SantaFe 2021 or Toyota Fortuner 2021 is a very difficult question, especially when SantaFe 2021 has not yet completely announced information.
Toyota Fortuner 2021 on-road price was just launched on September 17
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