2018
Hyundai SANTA FE

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$38,850
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Available trims

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  • SE 3.3L Auto
    Starts at
    $30,850
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SE 3.3L Auto AWD
    Starts at
    $32,600
    18 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SE Ultimate 3.3L Auto
    Starts at
    $38,850
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Limited Ultimate 3.3L Auto
    Starts at
    $39,550
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SE Ultimate 3.3L Auto AWD
    Starts at
    $40,600
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Limited Ultimate 3.3L Auto AWD
    Starts at
    $41,300
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Seating for six or seven
Front- or all-wheel drive
V-6 engine standard
Hands-free power liftgate available
Forward collision warning available

The good & the bad

The good

V-6 performance
Panoramic moonroof available
Under-floor storage
Available safety features
Third-row access

The bad

Third-row comfort
Over-shoulder visibility
Cargo room behind third row
Road noise
Interior quality

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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
15.0%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
15.0%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 80,000 miles; less than 7 years old (currently MY18- MY24)
Basic
Remainder of the 5-Year / 60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. From original in-service date and zero (0) miles.
Dealer certification
173-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.7 / 5
Based on 78 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.6
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

I’m not sure what you mean

I had got a 2018 Hyundai Senada and now the motor is knocking in today’s date is August 29 and I bought purchase this car July 7 and now I’m going through mechanical issues with the motor. The motor has a knot in it and I do have a warranty I believe on it, but it was a bad decision
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 3.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 1.0
Reliability 1.0
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2018 Santa Fe SUCKS

At 72000 miles it started using oil.. now at 80000 miles my Santa Fe is using 1.5 quarts every 1000 miles. Dealer and Hyundai USA just seems to be blowing me off and do not care..
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 3.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE?

The 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Limited Ultimate (2 styles)
  • SE (2 styles)
  • SE Ultimate (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE?

The 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE reliable?

The 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE owners.

Is the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE. 92.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 78 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.7

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