Calligraphy FWD
What the Calligraphy adds over the SE (+$13,850)
| Spec | SE | Calligraphy |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 325.1 mm | 345.4 mm |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 281 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | Smartstream 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | Smartstream 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,750 | $42,600 |
| Tire size | 235/60R18 | 255/45R20 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.8 | 3.3 |
| Transmission type | automatic | 8-speed dual clutch (wet-type) |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 20 in |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in | 8 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.25" wide touchscreen (AVN 5.0) with onboard Navigation & Traffic flow including incident data via HD Radio (HERE), 110-volt power outlet, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 4-way lumbar, 8-speed dual clutch (wet-type) (D8LF1) – 2.5T ICE, 8-way power driver's seat, 8-way power passenger seat, AWD Lock 80:20 ~ 50:50, Acoustic laminated, front side glass, Ambient lighting, Auto-Dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Bluelink® Connected Car System, Door panels – Premium Soft, Downhill Brake Control (DBC), Drive Mode Select – Center-console mounted, Dual auto temperature control w/ auto-defog, Dynamic Voice Recognition, Eco-Suede headliner, HTRAC AWD active on-demand, Hands Free Smart Liftgate with auto open & adjustable height setting, Harman Kardon premium audio with 12-speakers and QuantumLogic Surround® with Clari-Fi™ Music Restoration Technology, Heads-up Display (windshield type), Heated front seats, Heated rear seats (high/low), Heated side mirrors, Heated steering wheel, Highway Driving Assist I, Hyundai Digital Key, Integrated memory system for driver seat, LED headlights with LED Accents (Projector-Type), LED interior cabin lights, LED taillights, Leather-wrapped steering wheel, Leg cushion extension, Over-the-air (OTA) map updates, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse, Parking Distance Warning – Forward and Reverse, Perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel, Power Release (folding) 2nd Row Seats
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 345.4 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric with Auto Vehicle Hold |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 72.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 36.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 147.9 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Bluelink |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in |
| Overall height | 66.3 in |
| Overall length | 188.4 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | Smartstream 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 281 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.2 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.7 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $42,600 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.3 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and pinion, Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link Independent, separated spring & shocks |
Tires
| Tire size | 255/45R20 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.3 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | 8-speed dual clutch (wet-type) |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety25 std · 0 opt
- Smart cruise control with stop & go (SCC)
- Blind-Spot View Monitor
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection
- Lane Following Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Surround View Monitor
- Highway Driving Assist I
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse
- Rear view monitor with parking guidance
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning
- Parking Distance Warning – Forward and Reverse
- Safe Exit Assist
- Trailer Sway Control
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Electronic stability control (ESC) with traction control (TCS) and brake assist
- High Beam Assist
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)
- Ultrasonic Rear Occupant Alert (adds ultrasonic sensor & Bluelink integration)
- Vehicle stability management
- Immobilizer
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) with individual tire indicator
Infotainment13 std · 0 opt
- Heads-up Display (windshield type)
- Bluetooth® hands-free w/ wireless audio stream
- 10.25" wide touchscreen (AVN 5.0) with onboard Navigation & Traffic flow including incident data via HD Radio (HERE)
- Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode)
- Bluelink® Connected Car System
- Dual front/rear 2.1-amp USB outlets (1x Power/Data & 3x Power)
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- Harman Kardon premium audio with 12-speakers and QuantumLogic Surround® with Clari-Fi™ Music Restoration Technology
- Over-the-air (OTA) map updates
- Rear Seat Quiet Mode
- SHIFTRONIC® manual shift paddle shifters
- Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Device Charging (For Supported Devices)
Convenience9 std · 1 opt
- Hands Free Smart Liftgate with auto open & adjustable height setting
- Proximity key entry with push button start
- Proximity w/ remote engine start and detachable valet key
- 110-volt power outlet
- 12-volt outlet – 2 total: Front/cargo
- Hyundai Digital Key
- Power door and liftgate locks
- Power windows with front & rear auto-down/up
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- Battery Charge Door remote release (PHEV) optional
Climate4 std · 0 opt
- 2nd row Air vents
- Air conditioning
- Cabin air filter
- Dual auto temperature control w/ auto-defog
Seating12 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 split fold-flat seats with recline & adjustable head restraints
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats (high/low)
- Integrated memory system for driver seat
- 4-way lumbar
- 8-way power passenger seat
- Leg cushion extension
- Power Release (folding) 2nd Row Seats
- Premium Nappa Leather
- Rear center armrest with cupholders
Interior13 std · 1 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Auto-Dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Ambient lighting
- Door panels – Premium Soft
- Eco-Suede headliner
- LED interior cabin lights
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Map pockets (2nd row)
- Perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Rear side-window sunshades
- Sunvisor w/ illumination
- Sunvisor w/ sliding function
- Floor mats – Carpeted optional
Exterior19 std · 1 opt
- Sunroof – Panoramic
- LED headlights with LED Accents (Projector-Type)
- Power folding Side Mirrors
- Acoustic laminated, front side glass
- Acoustic laminated, windshield
- Heated side mirrors
- LED daytime running lights
- LED taillights
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Roof rails – Silver
- Side mirror approach lights (Puddle lamps)
- Side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
- Tire Mobility Kit
- Privacy glass – Rear/quarter/back glass
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar front glass – Front door, windshield
- Rear spoiler – Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor
- Roof-mounted center high-mount stop lamp
- Temp. Compact Spare Tire
- Mud Guards optional
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- HTRAC AWD active on-demand
- FWD Drive configuration
- 8-speed dual clutch (wet-type) (D8LF1) – 2.5T ICE
- AWD Lock 80:20 ~ 50:50
- Drive Mode Select – Center-console mounted
- Idle Stop & Go
- Shift-By-Wire (SBW)
Cargo2 std · 1 opt
- Trailer Pre-Wire Connection
- Underfloor storage tray
- Cargo-area cover – Retractable-type optional
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Common questions about the Calligraphy
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy?
The manufacturer lists $42,600 for the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy. That is $13,850 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy add over the SE?
Against the SE, 58 features become standard that the SE does not and 11 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.