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2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Jellybean

2026 Hyundai
SANTA FE

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hero

The Santa Fe has always been a great value, and Hyundai keeps its appeal fresh year after year with various improvements. Although this three-row model was just redesigned for 2025, the 2026 edition nonetheless comes with a few mechanical changes and equipment updates. For example, dual wireless smartphone chargers, previously exclusive to the top-of-the-line Calligraphy trim, are now found on the XRT and Limited as well, while the SEL and XRT now get third-row USB ports. The Limited has done away with the second-row bench seat in favor of a pair of reclining, heated captain’s chairs (the bench remains an option). To top it off, the Calligraphy boasts a new Nappa leather interior in beautiful Pecan Brown. Under the hood, a new 8-speed automatic transmission has replaced the 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission of old, and the rugged XRT has an additional drive-mode setting labeled Terrain.


How we describe this model: strong, roomy, modern, nicely equipped


Shop this vehicle against: Kia Sorento, Honda Pilot, Chevrolet Traverse, Nissan Pathfinder

Santa Fe Highlights

  • seats six with second-row captain’s chairs or seven with bench seat
  • standard 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone connection
  • XRT trim with standard all-wheel drive and other rugged upgrades
  • available Nappa leather upholstery
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Santa Fe Powertrain

  • turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine making 277 horsepower and 311 lb.-ft. of torque)
  • eight-speed automatic transmission
  • front-wheel drive (FWD) standard on all but XRT, which gets HTRAC all-wheel drive (available on remaining trims)
  • EPA-estimated fuel economy for XRT: 19 mpg city/25 mpg highway
  • EPA-estimated fuel economy for remaining trims: 20 city/29 hwy with FWD; 20 city/28 hwy with AWD
  • Drive Mode Select with settings for Mud, Snow, and Sand (plus Terrain mode on XRT)
  • towing capacity: 4,500 pounds for XRT; 3,500 lb. for other trims

SE Interior

Stain-resistant cloth upholstery, flat-folding middle-row bench (60/40-split), folding third-row bench (50/50-split), front center armrest with dual-level storage, push-button start, leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear-seat quiet mode, four fast-charging USB ports, two 12V outlets, underfloor storage (cargo area)

SE Exterior

Proximity keyless entry, heated side-view mirrors, LED lighting (headlights, taillights, and daytime running lights), hands-free lift tailgate, 18-inch alloy wheels

SE Safety

Hyundai SmartSense (adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, forward collision-avoidance assist [with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection], blind-spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, front and rear parking sensors, rear occupant alert, lane keeping assist, driver attention warning, safe exit assist, lane following assist)

SE Infotainment

12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone connection (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio streaming, six-speaker audio system, SiriusXM satellite radio, HD Radio

SE Major Options

AWD, Tow & Go Package

SEL

Contents of SE plus:

  • Digital Key 2
  • rooftop rails
  • H-Tex leatherette upholstery
  • heated front seats
  • dual-zone automatic climate control
  • wireless phone charging
  • power driver’s seat
  • third-row A/C vents and USB ports
  • LED turn indicators on exterior mirrors
  • advanced rear occupant alert
  • forward attention warning
  • eligible for AWD, Tow & Go Package

XRT

Contents of SEL plus:

  • exterior cladding
  • all-terrain tires on 18-inch alloy wheels with a dark finish
  • Terrain drive mode
  • sunroof
  • assist handle on C-pillar
  • dynamic voice recognition for infotainment system
  • navigation-based adaptive cruise control with curve management
  • Highway Driving Assist
  • 115V outlet
  • dual wireless phone charging
  • Tow & Go Package

Limited

Contents of SEL plus:

  • dual-pane sunroof
  • 12-speaker Bose sound system
  • leather upholstery
  • heated and ventilated front seats
  • heated second-row captain’s chairs
  • power-folding exterior mirrors
  • rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • 20-inch wheels
  • 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
  • heated steering wheel
  • power passenger’s seat
  • driver’s-seat memory
  • rear sunshades (manually operated)
  • mélange headliner
  • ambient cabin lighting
  • surround-view monitor
  • side parking sensors
  • Remote Smart Parking Assist
  • live-feed blind-spot view monitor
  • eligible for second-row bench seat (for seven-passenger capacity), AWD, Tow & Go Package

Calligraphy

Contents of Limited plus:

  • Nappa leather upholstery
  • frameless digital rearview mirror
  • driver’s-side leg-cushion extension
  • 12-inch head-up display
  • express up/down rear windows
  • 21-inch wheels with a trim-specific design
  • black exterior accents
  • eco-suede microfiber headliner
  • C-pillar assist handle
  • Highway Driving Assist 2
  • blind-spot collision-avoidance assist
  • advanced forward collision-avoidance assist with evasive steering and lane change assist
  • eligible for AWD, Tow & Go Package

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