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- 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe: Australian launch line-up confirmed
- Hybrid-only large SUV available in three variants
- Priced between $55,500 and $75,500 before on-roads
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe large SUV has landed in Australia in three hybrid variants.
Prices for the fifth-generation Santa Fe start from $55,500 before on-road costs – a $9450 increase over the previous starting point – with the Toyota Kluger, Kia Sorento and Skoda Kodiaq rival now arriving in Australian showrooms.
The significant price rise over the previous entry point is due to the carmaker’s decision to ditch 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel and 3.5-litre petrol V6 options in favour of an all-hybrid line-up for the new model.
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There is also more standard equipment than before for the entry-level Santa Fe – in addition to the added cost of an electrified drivetrain.
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. It now produces 172kW and 367Nm – up 3kW and 17Nm.
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 will arrive in Australia in December 2024, with a lower price than hybrid variants expected.
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.
The Santa Fe hybrid AWD is $3000 more than the front-drive version at $58,500 before on-road costs, while the Elite is priced from $65,000 plus on-roads – a $2000 increase over the previous Elite hybrid.
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.
The seven-seat Calligraphy is available for $75,000 before on-roads – $5450 more than the previous Highlander hybrid – while the six-seat version adds a further $500 to the list price at $75,500.
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 specification list for each Santa Fe variant can be found below.
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is on sale now.
This story was first published on 8 May 2024. It has been updated to include additional information shared by Hyundai Australia this week, including confirmation the 2.5-litre turbo-petrol will arrive here in December.
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe pricing
| Variant | Pricing | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Hybrid FWD | $55,500 | – (new variant) |
| Santa Fe Hybrid AWD | $58,500 | – (new variant) |
| Santa Fe Elite Hybrid AWD | $65,000 | up $2000 |
| Santa Fe Calligraphy Hybrid AWD – seven-seat | $75,000 | up $5450 (over Highlander hybrid 7-seat) |
| Santa Fe Calligraphy Hybrid AWD – six-seat | $75,500 | up $5950 (over Highlander hybrid 6-seat) |
| All prices exclude on-road costs. | ||
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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe features
| 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe (base) features | |
|---|---|
| 20-inch alloy wheels | LED tail-lights |
| Full-size alloy spare wheel | Electric tailgate |
| 12.3-inch CCNC infotainment system | Rear privacy glass |
| Wireless or wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Three drive modes (Eco, sport, individual) |
| Six-speaker audio system | 360-degree camera system |
| Hyundai Bluelink telematic system | Rain-sensing wipers |
| Over-the-air software updates | Tyre pressure monitoring |
| 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster | Autonomous emergency braking (vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, motorcyclist, intersection, head-on) |
| Single wireless phone charger | Lane-keep assist |
| Dual-zone climate control | Lane departure warning |
| 6.6-inch touch-type air-conditioning controls | Blind-spot monitoring |
| Black cloth upholstery | Blind-spot view camera |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Rear cross-traffic alert |
| 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat | Safe exit assist |
| Heated front seats | Adaptive cruise control |
| Keyless entry and push-button start | Intelligent speed limit assist |
| Remote start (via key fob) | Rear occupant alert |
| Reflector-type LED headlights & LED DRLs | AWD only: Three multi-terrain modes (snow, mud, sand) |
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Elite features
| In addition to Santa Fe | |
|---|---|
| 12-speaker Bose audio system | Ambient interior lighting |
| Built-in satellite navigation | Auto-dimming rear-view mirror |
| Dual wireless phone charger | Acoustic front door glass |
| Standard black leather upholstery | Solar control windshield and front door glass |
| Projector-type LED headlights | Suede headlining |
| Optional supersonic grey leather upholstery (+$295) | Remote smart parking assist |
| 10-way power-adjustable passenger seat | Semi-autonomous highway driving assist |
| Heated steering wheel | Sensor-type rear occupant alert |
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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy features
| In addition to Elite | |
|---|---|
| Unique 20-inch alloy wheels | Optional forest green or pecan brown Nappa leather upholstery (+$295) |
| Optional second-row captain’s chairs | Driver’s seat memory function |
| Head-up display | Ventilated front seats |
| UV-C sterilisation tray | Heated outer second-row seats |
| Hidden exterior grab handle | Driver and passenger seat relaxation function |
| Dual glass sunroof | Two-tone steering wheel |
| Digital rear-view mirror | Gloss black body cladding |
| Standard black ink Nappa leather upholstery | Six-seat model: Powered second-row captain’s chairs with relaxation function |
| 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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