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Hyundai Santa Fe (2018 to 2024)

Expert Rating

Used car score:

62
%
C

This model is no longer on sale or in production, so it doesn't have a New Car Expert Rating score.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

65
%
C

Safety Rating:

69
%
B

Eco Rating:

69
%
A

Reliability Rating:

38
%
E

Running Costs:

60
%
C

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

Used car score:

62
%
C

This model is no longer on sale or in production, so it doesn't have a New Car Expert Rating score.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

65
%
C

Safety Rating:

69
%
B

Eco Rating:

69
%
A

Reliability Rating:

38
%
E

Running Costs:

60
%
C

Summary


The Hyundai Santa Fe is a large seven-seat SUV that sits above the Tucson and Kona in the Hyundai family. This is the fourth-generation model, which was replaced by a new iteration in 2024.

It received particular praise for its generous level of standard equipment and large boot, while it was criticised for being more expensive than expected.

A facelifted Santa Fe arrived in the UK in Spring 2021. As part of the update, the diesel engine was dropped in favour of a petrol/electric hybrid and a plug-in hybrid. Styling was updated both inside and out, while some extra tech equipment was added.

No longer on sale, the Hyundai Santa Fe has a Used Car Expert Rating of C, with a score of 62%. It gets points for low average CO2 emissions (thanks to the plug-in hybrid version) and a decent safety rating. However, running costs are fairly average and reliability has been poor.

Key specifications


Body style: Large SUV/crossover
Engines: Hybrid, plug-in hybrid
Price when new: From £41,445 on-road

Launched: Summer 2018
Last updated: Spring 2021
Replaced: Summer 2024


Media reviews


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Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: December 2018
Read the full Euro NCAP review

Adult protection: 94%
Child protection: 88%
Vulnerable road users: 67%
Safety assist: 76%

Eco rating


No eco rating

As of September 2024, the Hyundai Santa Fe has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

Reliability rating


Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

The Hyundai Santa Fe has a poor reliability score as of January 2024, according to workshop and warranty data provided by our partner MotorEasy. This data refers to both the current model and older (pre-2018) models.

Braking issues are the most commonly reported faults, although they’re relatively affordable to repair, costing just under £300 on average. However, MotorEasy reports that gearbox faults cost about £3,000 on average. Fortunately these faults are rare. Engine faults are also reported, with an average bill of £1,300 to fix.

If you’re looking at a used Hyundai Santa Fe, make sure any extended warranty cover you purchase covers all of these potential problem areas.

Awards


Trophies, prizes and awards that the Hyundai Santa Fe has received

2019

  • Parkers Awards – Best seven-seater

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The Hyundai Santa Fe has received good to very good media reviews, and its overall Expert Rating is very competitive in the large SUV sector.Hyundai Santa Fe (2018 to 2024)