2026 Hyundai Santa Fe | Woody Smith Hyundai

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe: Bold, Boxy, and Built for Real Life

A family-size SUV with adventure-ready power and a surprisingly refined cabin

The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe keeps the daring, square-shouldered look of the latest redesign and backs it up with strong turbo power, available hybrid efficiency, and a cabin that feels tailor-made for busy families.

Performance

Hyundai builds the 2026 Santa Fe around a responsive turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an available hybrid system, so you can choose between maximum punch or maximum efficiency.

The gas model uses a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine that delivers around 277 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed wet dual clutch automatic for quick, confident shifts. Front Wheel Drive is standard, while the available HTRAC All Wheel Drive helps you tackle slick streets, gravel roads, and snowy mountain passes with more confidence.

The hybrid setup combines a small turbocharged engine, an electric motor, and a compact battery pack for an estimated 230 plus combined horsepower and 270 plus pound feet of torque, along with significantly better fuel economy. Properly equipped, the Santa Fe gas model can tow up to about 4,500 pounds when trailer brakes are used, enough for a small camper, pair of jet skis, or a loaded utility trailer.

Design

The 2026 Santa Fe leans into its upright, almost wagonlike stance. The wide grille, stacked lighting, and blocky fender lines give it a presence that stands out in a crowded parking lot. Short overhangs and a tall glass area make it feel both tough and approachable, like a modern take on a classic adventure vehicle.

Inside, the boxy body pays off with real space. The Santa Fe seats six or seven passengers, depending on configuration, with generous legroom in the first two rows and an adult-friendly third row for short trips.

With all seats up, you get about 14.6 cubic feet of cargo space; fold the third row and the area grows to roughly 40.5 cubic feet, and with both rear rows down, there is close to 79.6 cubic feet of room for gear, furniture, or home improvement runs. Thoughtful touches like a wide rear hatch opening, low load floor, and clever underfloor storage make it easy to pack.

Technology

The 2026 Santa Fe takes a big step forward inside with a sleek digital layout. A curved display sweeps across the dash, blending a fully digital instrument cluster with a large central touchscreen for navigation, audio, and vehicle settings. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto help keep the dashboard tidy, while over-the-air update capability allows Hyundai to refine and add features over time.

Hyundai SmartSense driver assistance comes standard or available across the line, adding features like forward collision avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, Highway Driving Assist, and available surround view cameras to ease parking and tight maneuvers. Available conveniences such as a digital key, multiple USB-C ports, and a powerful premium audio system round out the tech story.

Trim Levels

  • SE: Well-equipped starter with the turbo engine, three-row seating, large touchscreen, and core Hyundai SmartSense safety features.
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  • SEL: Adds upgraded seating materials, more comfort features, and extra convenience tech for families that spend serious time on the road.
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  • XRT: Adventure-themed trim with more rugged styling cues, standard All Wheel Drive on many builds, and features geared toward light off-road use.
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  • Limited: Brings leather-trimmed seating, extra driver assistance tech, and more upscale finishes throughout the cabin.
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  • Calligraphy: Range-topping model with Nappa leather, captain's chairs in the second row, distinctive exterior details, and nearly every comfort and tech feature available.

Learn More at Woody Smith Hyundai

If the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe sounds like the kind of SUV that can handle school runs, highway road trips, and gravel trailheads with equal ease, the next step is to experience it in person. Visit Woody Smith Hyundai to explore gas and hybrid models, compare trim levels, and take a test drive today.

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