The D-segment SUV market in Vietnam has been a race between the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Ford Everest, with the latter often outperforming its Korean rival in terms of sales.
To improve the sales of the Santa Fe, on September 18, 2024, Hyundai Thành Công launched the new generation of this model with 5 versions and prices ranging from 1.069 billion to 1.365 billion VND. Compared to the previous generation, the price of this Korean car has increased significantly. However, compared to the Ford Everest Platinum, the top-of-the-line Hyundai Santa Fe 2025 is still 180 million VND cheaper.
So, what does the Hyundai Santa Fe 2025 Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo have to offer to compete with the Ford Everest Platinum? Let’s put these two models on the scale and compare their features in the following article.
The highest-end Hyundai Santa Fe 2025 is 180 million VND cheaper than the Ford Everest Platinum.
In this article, we will not mention the design as beauty is subjective and depends on individual preferences. Instead, we will only compare the two models in terms of exterior, interior, safety features, and engine specifications.
Comparing the Exterior Features of the Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo and the Ford Everest Platinum
| Category | Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo | Ford Everest Platinum |
| Dimensions (Length x Width x Height) in mm | 4,830 x 1,900 x 1,720 | 4,914 x 1,923 x 1,842 |
| Wheelbase in mm | 2,815 | 2,900 |
| Ground Clearance in mm | 177 | 200 |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson | Independent, Double Wishbone, Coil Spring, and Stabilizer Bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Coil Spring, Shock Absorber, and Watts Linkage Stabilizer Bar |
| Headlights | LED Projector | LED Matrix |
| Auto On/Off Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-leveling Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Taillights | LED | LED |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Side Mirrors | Electric Adjustment, Electric Folding, Turn Signal, and Heated Mirrors | Electric Adjustment, Electric Folding, and Turn Signal |
| Alloy Wheels (inch) | 21 | 20 |
| Tire Specifications | 245/45R21 | 255/55R20 |
| Power Tailgate | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Comparison of exterior features of the Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo and the Ford Everest Platinum.
The first thing to note when comparing the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Ford Everest is their chassis. The Hyundai Santa Fe is based on a monocoque (unibody) chassis, while the Ford Everest is built on a separate body-on-frame construction, typical of pickup trucks. This difference in chassis design brings certain advantages and disadvantages to each model.
Moreover, the new Hyundai Santa Fe and the Ford Everest have significant size differences. The length, width, and height of the Korean model are 4,830 x 1,900 x 1,720 mm, respectively, with a wheelbase of 2,815 mm. In contrast, the corresponding figures for the Ford Everest are 4,914 x 1,923 x 1,841 mm and 2,900 mm.
Thus, compared to the Ford Everest, the Hyundai Santa Fe is shorter by 84 mm, narrower by 23 mm, lower by 61 mm, and has a wheelbase that is 85 mm shorter. Even the ground clearance of the Hyundai Santa Fe is 23 mm lower than that of the Ford Everest, stopping at 177 mm. This discrepancy gives the Ford Everest a more robust and imposing appearance, and its higher ground clearance makes it more capable of handling rough terrain or flooded roads.
Next, let’s compare the exterior features of these two mid-size SUVs. Being the highest-end versions, the Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo and the Ford Everest Platinum naturally come with the most comprehensive set of features.
Both the Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo and the Ford Everest Platinum are equipped with LED lights all around.
Both models are equipped with LED headlights with auto on/off and auto-leveling functions, LED daytime running lights, fog lights, LED taillights, auto wipers, electric side mirrors with turn signals, power tailgates, and sunroofs. While the Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo sports 21-inch alloy wheels, the Ford Everest Platinum’s rims measure 20 inches in diameter. Additionally, the Hyundai model also offers heated side mirrors.
Alloy wheels of the Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo (top) and the Ford Everest Platinum (bottom).
Overall, the exterior features of the two models are quite similar, with the Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo having a slight edge.
Comparing the Interior Features of the Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5 Turbo and the Ford Everest Platinum
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