2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
Price Range: $34,800 - $50,250
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Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Toyota Grand Highlander: Which Is the Better Hybrid 3-Row SUV?
NOTE: This video is about the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, but since the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
The Hyundai Santa Fe got a big glow-up with its 2025 redesign, with a stylish design and a shocking amount of interior space, plus a newly available hybrid powertrain. But how does it fare against the larger Toyota Grand Highlander hybrid? Edmunds’ Brian Wong puts the two head-to-head in this video, analyzing their roominess, driving experience, fuel economy, and more to… find out which is the better hybrid 3-row.
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FAQ
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2026 Santa Fe both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.1 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2026 Santa Fe gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 31 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Santa Fe has 14.6 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Hyundai Santa Fe. Learn more
What's new in the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe:
- New eight-speed automatic transmission for gas-only models
- New SE Hybrid trim level
- More driver assistance features are standard
- Dual wireless chargers now standard on the Limited and XRT
- Part of the fifth-generation Santa Fe that debuted for 2024
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?
To determine whether the Hyundai Santa Fe is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Santa Fe. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Santa Fe's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2026 Santa Fe and gave it a 8.1 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2026 Santa Fe gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 31 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2026 Santa Fe is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The least-expensive 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe is the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $34,800.
Other versions include:
- SE 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $34,800
- SE Hybrid 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $36,150
- SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $36,600
- SEL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $37,340
- SE Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $37,950
- SEL Hybrid 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $38,440
- SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $39,140
- SEL Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $40,240
- XRT 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $41,790
- Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $44,350
- Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $45,450
- Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $46,150
- Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $47,250
- Calligraphy 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $47,350
- Calligraphy Hybrid 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $48,450
- Calligraphy 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $49,150
- Calligraphy Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $50,250
What are the different models of Hyundai Santa Fe?
If you're interested in the Hyundai Santa Fe, the next question is, which Santa Fe model is right for you? Santa Fe variants include SE 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A), SE Hybrid 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A), SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A), and SEL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Santa Fe models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more