VS
At a Glance
Power
115kW@3200
175 kW
Torque
380Nm@1800
367 Nm
Fuel
—
7.5 l/100km
Towing
—
1650 Kg
0-100 km/h
—
9.5 s
Engine
2953
1598 cc
Choosing between the FORD EVEREST MY13 and the Hyundai Santa Fe is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The FORD EVEREST MY13 delivers 115kW@3200 while the Hyundai Santa Fe produces 175 kW. On fuel, the EVEREST MY13 returns 0 while the Santa Fe uses 7.5 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R450 800 for the EVEREST MY13 and R1 249 900 for the Santa Fe. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
115kW@3200
175 kW
Torque
380Nm@1800
367 Nm
0-100 kph
—
9.5 s
Top Speed
—
190 Km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
2953
1598 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
DIESEL
petrol-electric hybrid
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
automatic
Number of Gears
5
6
Drive Wheels
ALL
all
Full Time 4x4
✗
✓ Standard
Low Range
✗
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
—
7.5 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
71
67 l
CO2 Emissions
—
166 g/km
Dimensions
Length
5060
4830 mm
Width
1788
1900 mm
Height
1826
1770 mm
Wheelbase
2860
2815 mm
Ground Clearance
—
177 mm
Kerb Weight
2025
1980 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
7
Load Volume
—
413-1148-2253 l
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
—
1650 Kg
Load Capacity
—
695 l
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✗
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✗
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
4
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✗
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✗
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✗
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
—
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✗
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✗
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✗
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✗
✓ Standard
Heated Seats
✗
✓ Standard
Electric Seat Adjustment
✗
—
Keyless Entry
✗
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
48
5 vehicle / 7 drivetrain / 8 year hybrid
Warranty Distance
120000
150000 vehicle / 200000 drivetrain / 160
Service Plan
S
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
6
Service Plan Distance
—
90000
Service Intervals
10000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Hyundai Santa Fe
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Santa Fe
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
EVEREST MY13
Practicality
Santa Fe
Pros & Cons
FORD EVEREST MY13
Lower starting price (R450 800)
No factory service plan
Hyundai Santa Fe
Higher towing capacity (1650 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher fuel consumption (7.5 l/100km)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the EVEREST MY13 or Santa Fe?
The EVEREST MY13 uses 0 and the Santa Fe uses 7.5 l/100km on the combined cycle. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the EVEREST MY13 or Santa Fe?
The EVEREST MY13 produces 115kW@3200 and 380Nm@1800 of torque while the Santa Fe delivers 175 kW and 367 Nm of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the EVEREST MY13 and Santa Fe?
The EVEREST MY13 starts from R450 800 and the Santa Fe from R1 249 900. The EVEREST MY13 is cheaper by R799 100 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the EVEREST MY13 or Santa Fe?
The EVEREST MY13 has a braked towing capacity of 0 and the Santa Fe can tow 1650 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the EVEREST MY13 or the Santa Fe?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.