2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

The gas-powered 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine producing 277 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive comes standard, with available HTRAC all-wheel drive on most trims rather than across the entire lineup in all configurations. The Santa Fe XRT offers enhanced rugged styling and capability, and when properly equipped with trailer brakes, towing capacity reaches up to 5,000 pounds. Drivers who prioritize efficiency can choose the Santa Fe Hybrid, which pairs a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an electric motor for a combined output of 226 horsepower delivers up to approximately 36 MPG combined.

Inside, the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe offers seating for up to six or seven passengers depending on configuration (second-row bench or captain’s chairs) across three rows, depending on trim. The SE comes with durable cloth seating, while the SEL adds H-Tex synthetic leather seating surfaces and heated front seats. Higher trims such as the Limited include leather-trimmed seating with ventilated front seats and additional comfort features, while Calligraphy models feature premium materials and upgraded interior design elements. Cargo capacity measures approximately 14.6 cubic feet behind the third row, 40.5 cubic feet behind the second row, and up to 79.6 cubic feet with both rear rows folded (may vary slightly by configuration).

Every 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ (wireless functionality availability varies by trim and configuration). Bluelink+ connected services are available with subscription terms depending on features and model year coverage. Higher trims add a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster on select models, along with available onboard navigation and enhanced connectivity features. The Limited and Calligraphy trims offer advanced convenience technologies such as available dual wireless device charging, Surround View Monitor, Blind-Spot View Monitor, and Remote Smart Parking Assist. The Calligraphy trim also offers a head-up display and available digital rearview mirror depending on configuration. Over-the-air updates are supported for software improvements, depending on system availability and subscription status.

The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe has earned strong safety recognition, including IIHS Top Safety Pick+ designation for certain model configurations and production builds (award applicability may vary by year and trim). Hyundai SmartSense safety features come standard and include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Safe Exit Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, and High Beam Assist. Higher trims add advanced driver assistance features such as Highway Driving Assist, while more advanced lane-change and collision avoidance systems are available on top trims and packages rather than standard across all models.

The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe is offered in multiple trims including SE, SEL, XRT, Limited, and Calligraphy for gas models, along with Hybrid variants in SE, SEL, Limited, and Calligraphy. Pricing varies by drivetrain, packages, and configuration, and MSRP figures may change depending on model year updates and destination fees, so exact pricing should be verified with Hyundai USA or dealership listings.