THE EAGERLY ANTICIPATED new Santa Fe will include a turbocharged petrol/electric hybrid powertrain for the first time when it appears on dealer showrooms later this month.
The potent and economical 1.6-litre T-GDi HEV powertrain teams with a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive (AWD). The Hybrid will be offered alongside continuing 3.5-litre MPi V6 petrol 2WD and 2.2-litre CRDi turbo-diesel AWD powertrains.
A new 6-seater option for Hybrid Highlander variant brings a pair of second-row captain’s chairs, offering more interior flexibility to suit a range of lifestyles.
Efficiency-enhancing aero type machined-face 19-inch alloy wheels give Elite and Highlander Hybrid variants a striking look to set them apart.
“The addition of Santa Fe Hybrid, and a new six-seater option, brings renewed appeal in this latest evolution of our ever-popular large SUV,” Hyundai Motor Company Australia Chief Executive Officer, Ted Lee said.
“A favourite of Australian families, Santa Fe continues to deliver an alluring combination of style, space, luxury and technology, now with the performance and efficiency benefits of a hybrid powertrain,” he said.
Santa Fe Range Overview
Santa Fe continues its four-grade trim line-up (Santa Fe, Active, Elite and Highlander), with petrol V6 and turbo-diesel powertrains offered across the range, and the new petrol/electric Hybrid powertrain available for Elite and flagship Highlander variants.
Powertrain overview
New Smartstream G1.6 Turbo Hybrid
At the heart of Santa Fe Hybrid is the dynamic combination of a new 1.6-litre T-GDi Smartstream engine and a 44.2kW electric motor, which draws power from a 1.49kWh lithium-ion polymer battery.
The petrol/electric hybrid system seamlessly delivers muscular combined outputs of 169kW and 350Nm, while maximising efficiency and minimising CO2 emissions.
As well as providing a smooth, quiet and eco-friendly driving experience, Santa Fe Hybrid produces more power than the 2.2 CRDi, greater torque than the 3.5 MPi (across a broader rev range), while using less fuel on the official combined cycle.
The hybrid powertrain is paired with a newly developed 6-speed automatic transmission designed to further enhance efficiency.
Powertrain Comparison
| Smartstream
G3.5 |
Smartstream
D2.2 |
Smartstream
1.6 T-GDi HEV |
|
| Driven wheels | Front wheel drive | All wheel drive | All wheel drive |
| Transmission | 8 speed automatic | 8 speed dual clutch transmission | 6 speed automatic |
| Maximum power | 200kW
@ 6400 RPM |
148kW
@ 3800 RPM |
169kW
@ 5500 RPM |
| Maximum torque | 331Nm
@ 5000 RPM |
440Nm
@1750-2750 RPM |
350Nm
@ 1000-4500 RPM |
| Combined fuel economy | 10.L/100km | 6.1L/100km | 6.0L/100km |
| Combined CO2 | 244 | 160 | 137 |
| Driven wheels | 2WD | AWD | AWD |
| Towing capacity – braked | 2500kg | 2500kg | 1650kg |
| Towing capacity -unbraked | 750kg | 750kg | 750kg |
NEW FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
All-new optional 6-seat configuration
A Hyundai-first six-seater option is offered exclusively with the flagship Santa Fe Hybrid Highlander. It features second-row captain’s chairs that provide superb comfort as well as additional interior space, while making it easy to walk through to the third row.
19-inch aero type alloy wheels
Hybrid-exclusive aero type 19-inch alloy wheels feature for Elite and Highlander variants to enhance aerodynamic performance along with fuel efficiency.
Pricing
| Engine | Santa Fe | Active | Elite | Highlander | |
| 3.5 MPi V6 FWD | 8-speed
automatic |
$46,050 | $50,250 | $56,500 | $63,050 |
| 2.2 CRDi AWD | 8-speed DCT | $49,550 | $53,750 | $60,000 | $66,550 |
| 1.6 T-GDi HEV AWD | 6-speed
automatic |
– | – | $63,000 | $69,550 |
| Option Pricing | Santa Fe | Active | Elite | Highlander |
| Premium paint | $695 | $695 | $695 | $695 |
| Cognac brown interior | – | – | $295 | – |
| Camel interior | – | – | – | $295 |
All prices plus on road costs