Hyundai Santa FE Specifications: Full Technical Details

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Hyundai Santa Fe is a popular D-segment SUV offering three-row seating, strong diesel performance and Hyundai's latest technology at a competitive price. The current MX5 generation brought a bolder boxier design. This page lists the generations sold in Malaysia, newest first.

Current Generation (2023-Present)

The current Santa Fe (MX5, 2023–present in Malaysia) uses a 2.5-litre turbo petrol (281 hp/430 Nm) or 1.6T hybrid (230 hp combined), with an 8-speed automatic and front- or all-wheel drive, seating 6 or 7.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 5-DOOR SUV
Segment D-SEGMENT SUV
Seats 7
Fuel PETROL; HYBRID
Transmission 8-speed automatic
Drive Front-wheel drive; All-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,598–2,497 cc
Engine type2.5L Turbo I4 / 1.6T Hybrid I4
Peak power172–209 kW (230–281 hp)
Peak torque350–430 Nm
Transmission8-speed automatic
Driven wheelsFront-wheel drive; All-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,785–4,830 × 1,900 × 1,680–1,780 mm mm
Wheelbase2,765–2,815 mm
Kerb weight1,995 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank67–70 L
Seats7
Fuel economy (city)≈8.5 L/100km (petrol city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)≉6.8 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc; Disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; macPherson Strut; multi-link
Rear suspensionMulti-link system; macpherson Strut; multi-link
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion); Electric power steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres255/45 R20; 235/60 R18; 245/45 R21 +1 more

Previous Generation (2018-2023)

The 2018-2023 Hyundai Santa FE is powered by a Turbo Intercooled; Naturally Aspirated; Diesel Turbo F/INJ engine producing 129–145 kW and 225–440 Nm, paired with 8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic. It seats 7.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 7
Fuel PETROL; DIESEL
Transmission 8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic
Drive All-wheel drive; Front-wheel drive; Four-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,199–2,359 cc
Engine typeTurbo Intercooled; Naturally Aspirated; Diesel Turbo F/INJ
Peak power129–145 kW
Peak torque225–440 Nm
Transmission8-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive; Front-wheel drive; Four-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,690–4,770 × 1,880–1,890 × 1,680–1,690 mm mm
Wheelbase2,700–2,765 mm
Kerb weight1,870–1,995 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank64–70 L
Seats7
Fuel economy (city)9.9–12.9 L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)6.2–7.5 L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc; Ventilated disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; multi-link
Rear suspensionMulti-link; Strut
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres235/55 R19; 235/60R18; 235/60 R18

Earlier Generation (2012-2018)

The 2012-2018 Hyundai Santa FE is powered by a Turbo Direct F/INJ; Multi Point F/INJ; Diesel Turbo F/INJ engine producing 128–145 kW and 227–442 Nm, paired with 6-speed automatic. It seats 7.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 7
Fuel DIESEL; PETROL
Transmission 6-speed automatic
Drive Four-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,199–2,359 cc
Engine typeTurbo Direct F/INJ; Multi Point F/INJ; Diesel Turbo F/INJ
Peak power128–145 kW
Peak torque227–442 Nm
Transmission6-speed automatic
Driven wheelsFour-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,690 × 1,880 × 1,690–1,760 mm mm
Wheelbase2,700 mm
Kerb weight1,790–1,840 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank64–70 L
Seats7
Fuel economy (city)Not available L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)Not available L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; multi-link
Rear suspensionStrut; Multi-link
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres235/55 R19; 235/60 R18; 235/65 R17

Earlier Generation (2006-2012)

The 2006-2012 Hyundai Santa FE is powered by a Diesel Turbo F/INJ; Multi Point F/INJ; Turbo Cdi engine producing 107–144 kW and 200–442 Nm, paired with 6-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic; 4-speed automatic. It seats 5–7.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 5–7
Fuel DIESEL; PETROL
Transmission 6-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic; 4-speed automatic
Drive Four-wheel drive; Two-wheel drive (4x2)

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,188–2,656 cc
Engine typeDiesel Turbo F/INJ; Multi Point F/INJ; Turbo Cdi
Peak power107–144 kW
Peak torque200–442 Nm
Transmission6-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic; 4-speed automatic
Driven wheelsFour-wheel drive; Two-wheel drive (4x2)

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × HNot available mm
Wheelbase2,620–2,700 mm
Kerb weight1,710–1,840 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank65–75 L
Seats5–7
Fuel economy (city)Not available L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)Not available L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; trailing arm +1 more
Rear suspensionMulti-link; Coil spring; double wishbone +2 more
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion); Rack and pinion
Front tyres235/60 R18; 235/65 R17; 235/65 R17 107T +1 more

Earlier Generation (2000-2006)

The 2000-2006 Hyundai Santa FE is powered by a Multi Point F/INJ engine producing 107–132 kW and 200–255 Nm, paired with 4-speed automatic. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 4-speed automatic
Drive Two-wheel drive (4x2); Four-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement2,351–2,656 cc
Engine typeMulti Point F/INJ
Peak power107–132 kW
Peak torque200–255 Nm
Transmission4-speed automatic
Driven wheelsTwo-wheel drive (4x2); Four-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × HNot available mm
Wheelbase2,620 mm
Kerb weight1,710–1,814 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank65 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)Not available L/100km
Fuel economy (highway)Not available L/100km

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; coil spring; trailing arm +1 more
Rear suspensionCoil spring; double wishbone; stabilizer bar +1 more
SteeringRack and pinion
Front tyres215/70 R15; 225/70 R16

Model Timeline / Generations

Generations Overview

Gen. Years Engine Power Variants
Current Generation (2023-Present) 2023–Present 1.6–2.5 L 172–209 kW (230–281 hp) Not available
Previous Generation (2018-2023) 2018–2023 2.2–2.4 L 129–145 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2012-2018) 2012–2018 2.2–2.4 L 128–145 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2006-2012) 2006–2012 2.2–2.7 L 107–144 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2000-2006) 2000–2006 2.4–2.7 L 107–132 kW Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the Hyundai Santa FE have?
The current Hyundai Santa FE is powered by a Turbo Intercooled Direct Injection; Pmsm; Turbo Intercooled Common Rail Direct Injection engine displacing 1,598–2,497 cc, producing 141–281 kW and 265–440 Nm of torque. It drives the front wheels through a 6-speed automatic; 8-speed dual-clutch; 8-speed automatic.
How many seats does the Hyundai Santa FE have?
The Hyundai Santa FE is a 6-seater, seating a driver and up to 5 passengers across three rows.
What are the dimensions of the Hyundai Santa FE?
The Hyundai Santa FE measures 4,785–4,830 mm long, 1,900 mm wide and 1,680–1,780 mm tall, with a 2,765–2,815 mm wheelbase.
How many generations has the Hyundai Santa FE had in Malaysia?
Based on Mudah.my internal listing data, the Hyundai Santa FE has had 5 generations sold in Malaysia.
Where can I find Hyundai Santa FE for sale on Mudah.my?
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