Key Features of the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

1.6-liter Turbo Hybrid Powertrain

At the heart of SANTA FE Hybrid is a 1.6-liter turbo four-cylinder paired with a 44.2-kW electric motor for 231 hp combined and 271 lb.-ft. of torque combined. The result is responsive, low-end power that helps you merge, pass, and climb with ease, plus quiet electric assist in stop-and-go traffic. Unlike many hybrids that rely on CVTs, SANTA FE Hybrid employs a special six-speed automatic transmission for linear acceleration and a classic, refined feel from behind the wheel. The hybrid battery is backed by a 10-Year/100,000-Mile limited warranty, reinforcing Hyundai’s confidence in its electrified engineering. Whether you’re navigating city streets or loading up for a long weekend, this system delivers smooth, consistent performance you’ll appreciate every day.

Available HTRAC All Wheel Drive

For all-weather poise and weekend flexibility, available HTRAC All Wheel Drive seamlessly adjusts power delivery to help optimize traction. From wet commutes to gravel drives, the system is engineered to keep you composed and connected to the road. Pair it with the hybrid’s strong low-speed response, and you have a setup that inspires confidence when the pavement ends. HTRAC works in concert with SANTA FE Hybrid’s driver assistance technologies, supporting stability through curves and helping you maintain control in changing conditions. If your routine includes rain, hills, or occasional dirt roads near San Leandro, CA, HTRAC is the capability upgrade that pays dividends year-round.

Three Rows and Premium Comfort

Bring them all. SANTA FE Hybrid makes three-row seating standard, with room for up to seven and available power-reclining second-row captain’s chairs for elevated comfort. Available Nappa leather seating surfaces add an upscale touch, while the long, bold profile provides generous space for passengers in every row. Smart design details include a clever center console accessible from both front and rear, along with the SANTA FE Hybrid “terrace” concept—drop the liftgate, fold the seats, and you have an open-air lounge for tailgates and stargazing. Thoughtful touches throughout make packing, loading, and relaxing more convenient for busy families and active lifestyles.

Dual 12.3-inch Displays, Bluelink+, and Digital Convenience

Go big on clarity and control with an available 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster and a hi-res 12.3-inch touchscreen with available navigation. Bluelink+ connects you to your SANTA FE Hybrid from a compatible smartphone, enabling remote start, door lock/unlock, and climate activation at no extra cost. Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium lets you use your compatible phone or smartwatch as your key, and the available Head-up Display keeps key info in your line of sight. Convenience is next-level with class-exclusive available dual wireless device charging to power two Qi-compatible phones at once, and an available full-display digital rearview mirror for a clear, real-time view behind you when passengers and cargo limit visibility.

Hyundai SmartSense Confidence

Hyundai SmartSense equips SANTA FE Hybrid with advanced driver assistance that helps you feel supported everywhere you go. Standard features include Lane Following Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Assist, Driver Attention Warning, and more. On upper trims, available Blind-Spot View Monitor, Surround View Monitor, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist - Reverse, and Remote Smart Parking Assist add meaningful confidence in tight spaces. Limited includes Highway Driving Assist, and Calligraphy adds Highway Driving Assist 2 and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2 for enhanced lane-change and intersection support. It’s a comprehensive, thoughtfully tuned suite that works quietly in the background so you can enjoy the drive.