Key Features of the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

2.5L Turbocharged GDI/MPI 4-cylinder

Santa Fe’s standard 2.5L Turbocharged GDI/MPI 4-cylinder delivers the kind of confident power that makes merging, passing, and climbing grades feel easy. Tuned for broad, usable torque and smooth response, the engine pairs refined manners with strong acceleration whether you drive solo during the week or fully loaded on weekends. The drivetrain has been engineered for longevity and balanced performance, supporting everything from daily errands to long family road trips. On XRT, the Santa Fe also brings serious utility, with equipment that supports up to a 4,500-lb towing capacity when properly equipped, so trailers, small boats, or a pair of dirt bikes become part of your plan instead of your limit.

HTRAC All Wheel Drive

Available HTRAC All Wheel Drive helps you take on rain-slicked streets, gravel turnouts, and winding roads with greater assurance. The system continuously optimizes power distribution to enhance traction and stability, and it is engineered to complement Santa Fe’s balanced chassis tuning for a composed, confident feel. For drivers who split time between city errands and weekend getaways, HTRAC All Wheel Drive transforms the Santa Fe into a true four-season companion. Choose the XRT trim for a more adventure-ready stance, including all-terrain tires, 18-inch dark alloy wheels, and additional ground clearance that combine with HTRAC All Wheel Drive to expand your options when the pavement ends.

Hyundai SmartSense

Hyundai SmartSense on Santa Fe delivers comprehensive driver assistance designed to reduce stress and help watch your surroundings. Standard equipment includes Lane Following Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection, plus Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go. Trims like XRT and Limited add Highway Driving Assist to help you maintain lane centering and a set distance on highways, while Calligraphy upgrades to Highway Driving Assist 2 and adds Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Enhancements for broader support. Available technologies such as Surround View Monitor and Blind-Spot View Monitor give you expanded awareness when maneuvering and changing lanes. With Safe Exit Assist, Rear Occupant Alert or Advanced Rear Occupant Alert, and High Beam Assist also in the mix, Santa Fe is equipped to be a vigilant co-pilot on every drive.

12.3-inch touchscreen display and 12.3-inch fully digital gauge cluster

Big, bright, and easy to read, Santa Fe’s available dual 12.3-inch screens bring navigation, entertainment, and vehicle information into clear view. The high-resolution touchscreen is placed for natural reach and visibility, and it can be paired with available navigation to put maps and traffic guidance right where you want them. The fully digital instrument cluster is equally impressive, presenting speed, range, driver assistance status, and more in crisp graphics that adapt to your preferences. Together, these displays support a modern in-cabin experience that looks upscale and functions intuitively, reducing distraction by making essential controls and info simpler to access at a glance.

Full-display digital rearview mirror

Available on Santa Fe, the full-display digital rearview mirror uses a rear-spoiler camera to show a live, optimized video view behind the vehicle. Even with passengers, cargo piled high, or a tailgate party in full swing, you get an unblocked perspective to back up, lane change, and navigate tight lots with greater confidence. The image quality is designed to remain clear in varying light, and switching between traditional mirror and digital feed is quick and simple. Combined with available Surround View Monitor for a 360-degree bird’s-eye view, you will feel more aware of your surroundings in the places it matters most, like garages, school pickup lanes, and city parking structures.