2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
Limited Hybrid AWD
What the Limited Hybrid adds over the SE (+$12,450)
| Spec | SE | Limited Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4343 lbs | 4575 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4343 lbs | 4575 lbs |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horsepower | 277 hp | 178 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | Smartstream 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | Smartstream 1.6L Turbo GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cyl HEV |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5534 lbs | 5798 lbs |
| Second-row legroom | 42.3 in | 41.5 in |
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | 35 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg | 34 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $35,050 | $47,500 |
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 | 6 |
| Payload capacity | 1191 lbs | 1223 lbs |
| Tire size | 235/60 R18 | 255/45 R20 |
| Total interior volume | 166.6 cu-ft | 165.6 cu-ft |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 6 |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 20 in |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in | 8.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 20 X 8.5J Alloys / 255/45 R20 FWD: Kumho; AWD: Pirelli, 3rd row Air vents, 6-speed automatic (A6MF2H-2) transmission, 8-way power driver's seat, Advanced Rear Occupant Alert (adds radar sensor & Bluelink integration), Dual auto temperature control w/ auto-defog, Forward Attention Warning (FAW) – aka Driver Monitoring System (DMS), Heated front seats, Permanent magnet synchronous motor (HEV), Power windows with front auto-down/up, Roof rails - Black, Side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators, Smartstream 1.6L Turbo GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cyl (1,598 cc); HEV, Tire Mobility Kit
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric with Auto Vehicle Hold |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 79.6 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 40.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 14.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 165.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Bluelink |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7 in |
| Overall height | 67.7 in |
| Overall length | 190.2 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1598 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | Smartstream 1.6L Turbo GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cyl HEV |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 178 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 35 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 34 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.6 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.7 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.5 in |
| Third-row legroom | 30 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $47,500 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 6 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.1 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53.5 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 18.9 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link Independent |
Tires
| Tire size | 255/45 R20 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.5 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4575 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4575 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5798 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1223 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
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Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety35 std · 0 opt
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Warning (BCW)
- Smart cruise control with stop & go
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection
- Lane Following Assist 2
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- 1st Row seat side airbags (2)
- Advanced Rear Occupant Alert (adds radar sensor & Bluelink integration)
- Driver advanced front airbag (1) / Passenger advanced front airbag (1)
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Rear view monitor with parking guidance
- Side curtain airbags (2)
- 2nd Row seat side airbags (2)
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC) - Driver Selectable
- Driver Attention Warning
- LATCH lower anchors and upper tether anchors
- Park Distance Warning – Forward / Reverse (PDW – F/R)
- Safe Exit Assist
- Trailer Sway Control
- 2.5-MPH bumpers
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Anti-theft system integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm
- Brake Assist
- Cruise controls (steering wheel)
- Driver knee airbag (1)
- Electric with Auto Vehicle Hold parking brake
- Electronic shift lock system – electronic type
- Electronic stability control (ESC) with traction control (TCS) and brake assist
- Forward Attention Warning (FAW) – aka Driver Monitoring System (DMS)
- Front crumple zone
- Front, Side-impact and Roof-mounted Side-curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensors
- High Beam Assist
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Vehicle stability management
- Immobilizer
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) with individual tire indicator
Infotainment10 std · 0 opt
- Bluetooth® hands-free w/ wireless audio stream
- 12.3" Display Audio (ccNC Lite): AM/FM/HD Radio
- Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode)
- Bluelink® Connected Car System
- High power USB charge ports (2 front, 2 rear) with additional 3rd row x2
- Over-the-air (OTA) updating capability
- Phone controls (steering wheel)
- Rear Seat Quiet Mode
- SHIFTRONIC® manual shift paddle shifters
- Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Convenience10 std · 0 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
- 12-volt outlet - 2 total: Front/cargo
- Power door and liftgate locks
- Power window switches - Front and rear
- Power windows with driver auto-down/up
- Power windows with front auto-down/up
- Remote releases - Fuel filler door
- Remote releases - Hood
Climate4 std · 0 opt
- Dual auto temperature control w/ auto-defog
- 2nd row Air vents
- 3rd row Air vents
- Air conditioning
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- 2-way lumbar
- 50/50 sinking/folding 3rd row seat with room lamp
- 60/40 split fold-flat seats with recline & adjustable head restraints (2nd row)
- Map pockets (2nd row)
- Remote Release (folding) 2nd Row Seats
Interior17 std · 2 opt
- 4.2-inch color multi-information display
- 4-Spoke steering wheel
- Assist Grips
- Bottle holders - Front, rear and 3rd row
- Center console armrest - Two level storage armrest with bidirectional opening
- Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off
- Cupholders, dual - Front center console-mounted
- Door storage pockets - Front and rear
- Glove compartment with damper
- LED interior cabin lights
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Maplights with sunglass holder & cargo area light
- Multi-information display controls (steering wheel)
- Tilt and Telescoping steering wheel
- Floor mats - Carpetedoptional
- Rear center armrest with cupholdersoptional
- Inside rearview mirror - Manual day/night
- Sunvisor - Dual vanity mirror with cover, W/ extension, W/ illumination
- Headliner - Cloth
Exterior20 std · 2 opt
- LED Projector headlights with LED Accents
- 18 X 7.5J Alloys / 235/60 R18 - Goodyear
- 20 X 8.5J Alloys / 255/45 R20 FWD: Kumho; AWD: Pirelli
- Acoustic laminated, windshield and front side glass
- Bodycolor door handles
- Front 2-speed/variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Heated side mirrors
- Intermittent rear window wiper/washer (non-variable)
- LED daytime running lights
- LED taillights
- Privacy glass - Rear/quarter/back glass
- Roof antenna, shark-fin
- Roof rails - Black
- Side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
- Tire Mobility Kit
- Roof cross railsoptional
- Automatic headlights
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar front glass - Front door, windshield
- Rear spoiler - Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor
- Roof-mounted center high-mount stop lamp
- Mud Guardsoptional
Powertrain6 std · 1 opt
- FWD
- 6-speed automatic (A6MF2H-2) transmission
- Drive Mode Select - Center-console mounted
- Permanent magnet synchronous motor (HEV)
- Shift-By-Wire (SBW)
- Smartstream 1.6L Turbo GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cyl (1,598 cc); HEV
- AWD Lock warning indicatoroptional
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- MacPherson strut with coil springs front suspension
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion steering, column-mounted
- Multi-link Independent, separated spring & shocks rear suspension
Cargo2 std · 1 opt
- Trailer Pre-Wire Connection
- Underfloor storage tray
- Cargo-area cover - Retractable-typeoptional
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Santa Fe. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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How to compare cover →Common questions about the Limited Hybrid
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Hybrid?
The manufacturer lists $47,500 for the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Hybrid. That is $12,450 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Hybrid add over the SE?
Against the SE, 14 features become standard that the SE does not and 19 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.