Hyundai Australia has the new Santa Fe hybrid available from $55,500 Manufacturer’s List Price (MLP) which excludes dealer delivery and on road costs, with a muscular 2.5T-GDi powertrain set to join the line up in late Q4 2024.
A spacious three-row cabin and an enlarged tailgate designed to accommodate an active outdoor lifestyle are included, along with a highly equipped three-trim lineup featuring Bluelink Connected Car Services, over-the-air (OTA) software update capability, a comprehensive SmartSense safety suite, e-Motion Drive in the hybrid, 10 airbags, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Headline innovations include a curved panoramic display incorporating a 12.3-inch digital cluster and infotainment displays, first-row relaxation seating, and a bi-directional centre console.
Spacious second- and third-row seating, and a roomy, practical cargo area are all made possible by an extended wheelbase, efficient packaging, and an enlarged tailgate opening which is 145mm wider than the preceding model.
Highlights among driver assistance and active safety features are the second-generation technologies highway driving assist (HDA2), forward collision assist (FCA2), lane following assist (LFA2) and smart regenerative braking.
Premium comfort and convenience feature in the new Santa Fe, including a first for Hyundai bilateral multi-console storage space easily accessible for both front and rear occupants, an intuitive 6.6-inch climate control display, and high-speed, dual wireless smartphone charging.
Calligraphy variants also feature first-row relaxation seating with leg rests, power-reclining second-row captain’s chairs (six seat option), a digital centre mirror, and an innovative UV-C sterilisation tray that eliminates bacteria from personal items.
“Now in its fifth generation, all-new Santa Fe brings expansive space and extensive equipment to give adventurous families an attractive, rugged and sophisticated three-row SUV,” says Hyundai Motor Company Australia chief executive Ted Lee.
The new Santa Fe is available in a feature-rich three-trim lineup with a choice of two powertrains, and two-wheel drive and all-wheel drive – SmartStream G1.6T-GDi Hybrid – available now, and SmartStream G2.5T-GDi – available from late Q4, producing 206kW and 422Nm, mated to an eight-speed wet dual clutch transmission.
The hybrid is powered by a petrol/electric hybrid system featuring a 1.6-litre T-GDi Smartstream engine and a 44.2kW electric motor, drawing power from a 1.49kWh lithium-ion polymer battery.
It produces 172kW and 367Nm and is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
The Santa Fe has a flat roofline, generous fender volumes, robust wheel arches, a short front overhang, and striking 20-inch alloy wheels.
A hidden-type assist handle in the C-pillar improves roof access for maximum outdoor functionality (Calligraphy variant).
The new Santa Fe is available in 10 exterior colours including the standard Creamy White mica and Terracotta Orange (solid).
Premium mica colours include Abyss Black, Pebble Blue and Cyber Sage, and premium metallic colours include Typhoon Silver, Magnetic Force and Ocado Green.
Creamy White and Earthy Brass are offered in matte finish.
Calligraphy variants feature a blacked-out treatment comprising black badging, wheels, and body cladding.
The new Santa Fe brings best-in-class third-row comfort, with extra headroom (up 60mm) and legroom (up 50mm), a raised cushion (up 30mm), a 10-degree backrest recline and enlarged side windows.
It has four ISOFIX and five top tether mounting points, including IOSFIX and top tether mounting points for the third-row seats.
Hyundai says eco-friendly materials are used for many of the soft surfaces, available with upholstery in Obsidian Black cloth, Obsidian Black or Supersonic Gray leather, and Black Ink, Forest Green or Pecan Brown Nappa leather.
The Santa Fe’s shift by wire (SBW) drive selection stalk is mounted on the steering column.
A BOSE premium audio system features in the new Santa Fe Elite and Calligraphy.
