Key Features of the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe

Smartstream 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder

The gas-powered 2027 Santa Fe is built around Hyundai’s Smartstream 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder engine, producing 277 horsepower at 5800 rpm and 311 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. That output gives the Santa Fe the strength needed for confident merging, steady passing, and relaxed cruising with passengers on board. The engine uses Turbo Charging and Gasoline Direct Injection, and Hyundai lists Regular Unleaded as the recommended fuel, which is helpful for daily ownership. An 8-speed automatic transmission is paired with SHIFTRONIC® manual shift paddle shifters and Shift-By-Wire, giving the driver a polished and contemporary control experience. Drive Mode Select is mounted on the center console, making it easy to tailor the SUV’s character for changing road conditions or driving preferences. The Santa Fe is not designed as a sports SUV, and that is part of its appeal. Its suspension tuning prioritizes ride comfort, quietness, and stability, creating a composed feel that works especially well for families and long-distance driving.

HTRAC AWD

Available HTRAC AWD adds another layer of confidence to the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe by actively managing torque distribution based on conditions and selected drive mode. Hyundai lists front-wheel drive as standard on many configurations, while HTRAC AWD is available on gas and hybrid models and standard on XRT. In Comfort, Eco, Sport, and Smart modes, the system can vary torque distribution from 100:0 to 50:50. Snow mode can adjust from 80:20 to 50:50, while Sand and Mud settings are listed for XRT at 50:50. An AWD Lock function also supports a 50:50 distribution when extra traction support is desired. For drivers who travel across Harford County, commute on I-95, or make regular trips through rural and suburban roads, this kind of active all-wheel-drive capability can make the Santa Fe feel more planted and prepared. XRT models add more rugged hardware and tuning, including 8.3 inches of minimum ground clearance, Continental All-Terrain Tires, AWD only configuration, and increased towing capability when properly equipped.

Three-Row Interior and Flexible Cargo Space

The Santa Fe’s interior is one of its most important strengths. Depending on trim and seating configuration, it offers room for six or seven passengers, with a second-row bench on SE and SEL models and available or standard second-row Captain’s Chairs on higher trims. Hyundai lists 44.4 inches of front leg room, 42.3 inches of second-row leg room on ICE models, and 30.0 inches of third-row leg room. The third row is best suited for children and smaller adults, while the second row provides generous comfort for daily use. Cargo flexibility is excellent. Hyundai lists 14.6 cubic feet behind the third row, 40.5 cubic feet behind the second row, and 79.6 cubic feet behind the front seats. The 50/50 sinking and folding third-row seat, 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seating, remote release folding second-row seats, and underfloor storage tray help make the space easy to reconfigure. The Hands Free Smart Liftgate with auto open and adjustable height setting is standard across trims, making loading cargo easier when your hands are full.

12.3-inch Displays with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

The 2027 Santa Fe brings a clean, tech-forward cabin layout with a 12.3-inch Display Audio system on SE and SEL models and a 12.3-inch wide touchscreen with onboard Navigation and traffic flow including incident data via HD Radio on XRT, Limited, and Calligraphy. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are standard across the lineup, so smartphone integration feels simple from the first drive. High power USB charge ports are included, with additional third-row USB ports on SEL and above. Wireless Phone Charging is available beginning on SEL, while XRT and above include a Dual wireless charging setup for supported devices. Available features such as Dynamic Voice Recognition, Hyundai Pay, and a Wi-Fi hotspot add convenience for shoppers who want an SUV that supports connected routines. Hyundai also keeps practical physical controls for frequently used functions like audio and climate operation, which helps the Santa Fe feel intuitive rather than screen-dependent. Available Bose premium audio with 12 speakers, Rear Seat Quiet Mode, Surround View Monitor, and Head-up Display on select trims further elevate the experience.

Hyundai SmartSense Driver-Assistance Technology

Safety and driver-assistance technology are central to the appeal of the 2027 Santa Fe. Standard systems include Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Safe Exit Assist, Lane Following Assist 2, and High Beam Assist. Smart cruise control with stop & go is included on SE and SEL, while Navigation-based Smart cruise control with stop & go is equipped on XRT, Limited, and Calligraphy. Available upgrades include Blind-Spot View Monitor, Surround View Monitor, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist - Reverse, Park Distance Warning - Forward / Side / Reverse, Remote Smart Parking Assist - Entry / Fore and Aft, Highway Driving Assist I, and Highway Driving Assist 2 on Calligraphy. The Santa Fe also includes important passive and active safety foundations such as advanced airbags, LATCH lower anchors and upper tether anchors, Electronic stability control, Vehicle stability management, Tire pressure monitoring system with individual tire indicator, and Anti-lock braking system with 4-wheel disc brakes.