2018
Hyundai SANTA FE

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$30,850
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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

92% of drivers recommend this car
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

  • By Wilber McCoy from Dowagiac Michigan
    Owns this car
    August 29, 2023

    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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  • By Rick from El Paso,TX
    Owns this car
    October 6, 2022

    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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  • By Tony from Dandridge, tn
    Owns this car
    August 15, 2022

    Best car

    I love this subject. The Santa fe pulls my boat with ease, has great performance and handling. I still can't believe I get 30 mpg while cruising at 75mph on the highway all this from a roomy all wheel drive vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mary from Madison, MS
    Owns this car
    April 9, 2022

    Great car!

    Have had this car since late July 2018 and so far no problems except the side windows. Very hard to see coming traffic due to the window being so small and not at a reliable angle. That is the only thing I have had issues with!!! Very nice car!!! This car was purchased from the dealer and was an ex-rental car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Genenchris from Jackson, NJ
    Owns this car
    June 15, 2021

    Great family SUV

    Best bang for the buck SUV. The Santa Fe has comfortable seating, a great ride for its class and has plenty of cargo space with great features.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Acceptable from Miami, FL
    Owns this car
    April 14, 2021

    its value depreciates very quickly

    My concern is not the car, my concern is about the dealer and the people that works there, don't make mistake and if you want a Hyundai go to a Hyundai dealer.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Joe P. from Forest VA
    Owns this car
    April 9, 2021

    Very nice SUV. Very stylish, very comfortable

    Provides much storage. a great vehicle for us. Many safety features. Low mileage used car in excellent condition. Very comfortable. Lots of room. Glad we chose this car
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Where is she going? from San Marcos
    Owns this car
    April 5, 2021

    Love my Santa Fe 2018

    The 2018 Limited Santa Fe has all the features I wanted and more. The Ultimate Tech package is awesome. Plenty of leg room for driver and passengers, we are 5'9". White exterior/beige & expresso interior with the woodgrain are beautiful. Have plans to do lots of road trips, camping, river floats and more.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By TeamRocket from Anna,ohio
    Owns this car
    March 17, 2021

    Had to less to know

    The car is so far so good. I have not had it long enough to decide. I like it though so far wish it had more to offer
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By macbac from chicago
    Owns this car
    January 23, 2021

    very comfortable and easy to drive

    We love how simple to drive and the comfort is amazingly fun to drive. Thanks to Hyundai for great gas mileage. We recommend Hyundai to anyone.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Rose from Breavard N C
    Owns this car
    December 21, 2020

    I can’t see in the dark do to poor visibility

    There needs to be a recall before someone gets killed or injured I need someone to really hear me the visibility is so dangerous in the dark It truly is sad that I bought a car that can kill me if I drive in the dark Don’t you think this is worth looking into an contacting customers like me that have complained over an over an over again
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Gali from Miami, Fl
    Owns this car
    December 3, 2020

    It has it all!!!

    This SUV serves all my needs. It’s very reliable, I love the design and the ads in technology inside. This is my second Hyndai. I used to drive mercedes and bmws.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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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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