Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| Q5 | Santa Fe | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Audi | Hyundai |
| Starting price | $52,800 | $35,050 |
| Monthly payment | $614 | $408 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Fuel economy | 24.0 mpg | 35.0 mpg |
| CO₂ emissions | 369 g/mi | 245 g/mi–422 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
Audi Q5 and Hyundai Santa Fe suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
Q5 starts at $52,800; Santa Fe starts at $35,050. The difference is $17,750, making Santa Fe about 34% cheaper before financing.
Estimated monthly payment: Q5 — $614; Santa Fe — $408. The difference is $206 per month, with Santa Fe lower.
The models use different powertrains: Q5 — Gasoline; Santa Fe — Hybrid. The better choice depends on your daily route and access to charging.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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