Key Features of the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

HTRAC All Wheel Drive

Available HTRAC All Wheel Drive distributes power proactively to help improve traction and handling on changing surfaces. When the weather turns or the road curves, the system can adjust torque to the front and rear axles to help you stay composed and connected. Matched with the SANTA FE’s confident chassis tuning, HTRAC brings a planted feel on highways, ramps, and backroads. For families who split time between city streets, school lots, and winter trails, this system is a difference-maker—quiet in the background until you need it most. It also pairs perfectly with the SANTA FE’s adventurous spirit on trims like XRT, which adds rugged styling cues and additional ground clearance for a poised, capable presence.

2.5L Turbocharged GDI/MPI 4-cylinder

The SANTA FE’s 2.5L Turbocharged GDI/MPI 4-cylinder is tuned for confident everyday power. With responsive acceleration and relaxed cruising character, it feels right at home on busy boulevards and highway stretches alike. Turbocharging helps deliver strong mid-range punch for easy merging and passing, while the powertrain’s smooth character complements the refined cabin. For families who pack people and gear, the powertrain’s reserve inspires confidence without calling attention to itself. Whether you select SE or step up to trims like Limited and Calligraphy, you get the same broad-shouldered performance that suits daily life and long-distance travel.

Three-Row Seating with Captain’s Chairs

Inside, thoughtful ergonomics support three spacious rows. Available power-reclining second-row captain’s chairs transform road trips into relaxing escapes, while wide door openings and smart seat-folding simplify loading and access. The long, tall profile provides real volume for people and their things, and details like a front-and-back-opening center console mean essentials are always within reach. The available hands-free smart liftgate with auto open makes curbside pickups easier, and the available C-pillar assist handle helps you access roof cargo with less strain. It feels like a thoughtfully designed living space—light, open, and ready for every plan on your calendar.

Digital Displays and Bluelink+

Big, bright, and beautifully integrated, the available 12.3-inch fully digital gauge cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen with available navigation make driving simpler. Maps, media, and settings are clear and easy to navigate, while available Over-the-Air updates keep software current. Bluelink+ adds remote features at no additional monthly cost, so you can precondition the cabin on eligible trims, lock and unlock, and monitor vehicle status from your smartphone. Available Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium lets you use your phone to unlock and start, and even share access securely—a modern convenience that fits life’s rhythm. Together, these technologies center your drive around clarity and control.

Remote Smart Parking Assist

Parking confidence comes built in with available Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA). Step out, press and hold the Smart Key button, and the SANTA FE can pull into or back out of a tight spot on its own. It is especially helpful in narrow driveways, compact urban garages, or crowded school pickup lanes. Complementing RSPA, available Surround View Monitor offers a 360-degree bird’s-eye view to help you see nearby objects, while available Blind-Spot View Monitor displays a live camera view in the cluster when signaling. Add the available full-display digital rearview mirror, and you have a suite of solutions that make everyday maneuvering easier and safer.