Snapshot
- 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe: Australian launch line-up confirmed
- Hybrid-only large SUV available in three variants
- Prices still to be confirmed
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe large SUV will launch in Australia soon in three hybrid variants.
Prices for the fifth-generation Santa Fe will be confirmed imminently, with the Toyota Kluger, Kia Sorento and Skoda Kodiaq rival set to arrive in Australian showrooms next month.
Significant price rises between $10,000 and $20,000 are expected over the last entry point as the carmaker has ditched 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel and 3.5-litre petrol V6 options in favour of an all-hybrid line-up.
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The previous Hyundai Santa Fe – available in petrol, diesel or hybrid – was priced between $46,050 and $69,550 before on-road costs.
Hybrid versions of the Santa Fe continue to feature a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol-electric hybrid setup, matched to a six-speed torque converter automatic transmission.
Combined fuel consumption is rated at 5.6L/100km – but it is unclear if this applies to the front- or all-wheel-drive Santa Fe Hybrid, or both. The previous Santa Fe Hybrid AWD consumed 6.0L/100km.
A more powerful but less efficient 207kW/422Nm 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol is expected in Australia later in 2024.
The 2.5-litre turbo-four – familiar to the Sonata N Line sedan and some Genesis vehicles – is matched to an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic and is available with front- or all-wheel-drive in other markets.
At launch, the eponymous Santa Fe entry-level model will be offered in front- or all-wheel drive, while the mid-spec Elite and top-of-the-range Calligraphy are limited to an all-wheel-drive configuration.
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Like the larger Hyundai Palisade, the Santa Fe Calligraphy succeeds the outgoing Highlander flagship, while base and Elite versions carry over from the previous model.
Santa Fe and Elite variants are seven-seaters, and the Calligraphy will be offered with a six-seat configuration allowing for second-row captain’s chairs or a conventional seven-seat layout with a second-row bench seat.
Measuring 4830mm long, 1900mm wide and 1720mm tall, with a 2815mm wheelbase, the fifth-generation Santa Fe is 45mm longer and 35mm taller, its wheelbase has been stretched 50mm, and it is no wider than before.
The new model is up to 240 kilograms heavier than before, and while it has a blockier shape, the Santa Fe’s coefficient of drag has improved from 0.33Cd to 0.29Cd.
Standard equipment includes 20-inch alloy wheels, a 12.3-inch CCNC infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone climate control, an electric tailgate, and a full suite of Hyundai Smartsense safety features.
Hyundai has fitted 10 airbags to the new Santa Fe – up from seven in the previous model – including curtain airbags that now cover the third row. The rearmost seats also gain top-tether anchor points to allow for the fitment of child seats.
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A preliminary specification list for each Santa Fe variant can be found below.
More details about the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe – including pricing and full specifications – are due to be confirmed closer to its Australian launch in June.
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe features
| 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe (base) features | |
|---|---|
| 20-inch alloy wheels | Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
| Full-size alloy spare wheel | 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat |
| 12.3-inch CCNC infotainment system | Keyless entry and push-button start |
| Wireless or wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Remote start (via key fob) |
| Six-speaker audio system | LED headlights and DRLs |
| Over-the-air software updates | Electric tailgate |
| 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster | Rear privacy glass |
| Single wireless phone charger | Three drive modes (Eco, sport, individual) |
| Dual-zone climate control | Full Hyundai Smartsense active safety suite |
| Black cloth upholstery | AWD only: Three multi-terrain modes (snow, mud, sand) |
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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Elite features
| In addition to Santa Fe | |
|---|---|
| 12-speaker Bose audio system | Heated steering wheel |
| Dual wireless phone charger | Remote smart parking assist |
| Standard black leather upholstery | Hyundai Bluelink telematic system |
| Optional supersonic grey leather upholstery (+$295) | 10-way power-adjustable passenger seat |
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy features
| In addition to Elite | |
|---|---|
| Unique 20-inch alloy wheels | Digital rear-view mirror |
| Optional second-row captain’s chairs | Standard black ink Nappa leather upholstery |
| Head-up display | Optional forest green or pecan brown Nappa leather upholstery (+$295) |
| UV-C sterilisation tray | Driver’s seat memory function |
| Hidden exterior grab handle | Driver and passenger seat relaxation function |
| Glass sunroof | Solar control windshield and front door glass |
| 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe available colours | |
|---|---|
| Creamy white (all) | Abyss black* (all) |
| Typhoon silver* (all) | Magnetic force* (all) |
| Ocado green* (all) | Pebble blue* (all) |
| Cyber sage* (Elite, Calligraphy) | Terracotta orange* (Elite, Calligraphy) |
| Creamy white matte# (Calligraphy) | Earthy brass matte# (Calligraphy) |
| * Metallic paint, $695 | # Matte paint, $1000 |
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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe pricing
| Variant | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Santa Fe Hybrid FWD | $TBC |
| Santa Fe Hybrid AWD | $TBC |
| Santa Fe Elite Hybrid AWD | $TBC |
| Santa Fe Calligraphy Hybrid AWD – six-seat | $TBC |
| Santa Fe Calligraphy Hybrid AWD – seven-seat | $TBC |
| All prices exclude on-road costs. |
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