How much does the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe cost in Canada?
The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe starts at $43,799 MSRP (Preferred Hybrid AWD), plus $2,300 for freight and PDI, before sales tax. Checked prices run from $43,799 to $56,899 across 4 configurations.
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The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe is in the Natural Resources Canada fuel-consumption ratings for new light-duty vehicles sold in Canada. 2 configurations are listed, with official L/100 km or electric range. MSRP is shown only when a separate published Canadian price has been checked.
Updated Sources: hyundaicanada.com, Natural Resources Canada (fuel consumption ratings)
The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe starts at $43,799 MSRP (Preferred Hybrid AWD), plus $2,300 for freight and PDI, before sales tax. Checked prices run from $43,799 to $56,899 across 4 configurations.
According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (Preferred Hybrid AWD) uses 6.9 L/100 km combined (6.9 city, 7 highway). The 2 rated configurations range from 6.9 to 10.7 L/100 km.
Yes. AWD is standard on every configuration NRCan rates.
Yes. Transport Canada has published 2 safety recalls covering the 2026 or newer Hyundai Santa Fe. The list, with what to do, is in the Recalls section of this page.
Its Vehonix efficiency score is 7.1/10. It ranks #91 of 283 SUV models for fuel use.
The closest matches by body style and price are the Honda CR-V, Toyota Highlander, Toyota C-HR and Toyota bZ. The Rivals section compares price, fuel use and power.
AWD for winter
Winter tires still matter most (mandatory in Quebec Dec. 1 to Mar. 15).
Combined fuel use (NRCan)
Price and fees
Freight and PDI: $2,300.
Source: Natural Resources Canada 2026 Fuel Consumption Guide open data, for every rated configuration.
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| Trim | Preferred Hybrid w/ Trend Package AWD | Luxury Hybrid AWD | Ultimate Calligraphy Hybrid AWD | AWD | Preferred Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Gasoline | Hybrid |
| Transmission | — | — | — | Automatic (AS8) | Automatic (AM6) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Horsepower | 231 hp | 231 hp | 231 hp | — | 231 hp |
| City (NRCan) | — | — | — | 12.4 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km |
| Highway (NRCan) | — | — | — | 8.7 L/100 km | 7 L/100 km |
| Combined (NRCan) | — | — | — | 10.7 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km |
| CO2 | — | — | — | 251 g/km | 163 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 67 L | 67 L | 67 L | — | 67 L |
| MSRP | $47,799 | $53,549 | $56,899 | Not published | $43,799 |
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| MSRP | $47,799 |
|---|---|
| Freight and PDI | $2,300 |
| Dealer fees | $0 |
| Before tax | $50,099 |
| HST (13 %) | $6,512.87 |
| Estimated total, Ontario | $56,612 |
General sales tax rates. Some provinces use different rates for vehicles (for example higher BC PST tiers above $55,000). This is not a dealer quote.
Estimated monthly payment
$1,120.72
60 payments · financed $56,612 · interest $10,631 · tax 13 % (ON)
Estimate only. The 6.99% rate is an example; use your lender’s rate. Leases assume tax on each payment and exclude acquisition, excess-kilometre and end-of-lease fees. This is not a credit offer.
No checked equipment list has been added yet. The ratings above come from the NRCan file.
Cheapest to run: Preferred Hybrid AWD, $2,153/yr · $10,765 over 5 years
Estimate from NRCan city and highway ratings, your split and your prices. Plug-in hybrids are calculated on gasoline unless comparison is on. Real-world use varies, especially in winter.
The manufacturer’s Canadian warranty has not been verified for this model yet. Terms apply to whichever comes first, years or km.
2 safety recalls on file for the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe.
On certain vehicles, the lower anchor for the front seat belt(s) may have been damaged during service. As a result, the seat belt(s) could detach in a crash.
Note: For the 2026 model year Santa Fe, this recall only affects the Santa Fe hybrid (HEV) model.
A seat belt that detaches in a crash could increase the risk of injury.
The company will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and reinforce the lower seat belt anchors. The seat belt assemblies will be replaced, as necessary.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument panel cluster to reboot while driving. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), warning lights and malfunction tell-tales.
Note : For the Santa Fe model, this recall only affects the hybrid model. For the Palisade model, both gas and hybrid models are affected. For the Tucson model, gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models are affected.
Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash.
Hyundai will notify owners in writing and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the instrument panel cluster software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Hyundai dealership.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the lower anchor for the front seat belt(s) may have been damaged during service. As a result, the seat belt(s) could detach in a crash.
Note: For the 2026 model year Santa Fe, this recall only affects the Santa Fe hybrid (HEV) model.
A seat belt that detaches in a crash could increase the risk of injury.
The company will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and reinforce the lower seat belt anchors. The seat belt assemblies will be replaced, as necessary.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the wiring harness for the rearview camera may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the wiring could become damaged and cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Hyundai will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the camera wiring harness.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the starter motor's terminal cover may not have been installed properly. As a result, the positive terminal could be exposed and contact nearby components in a crash. If this happens, there could be a short circuit.
A short circuit could create the risk of a fire and/or injury.
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, reinstall the starter motor positive terminal cover.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the lower anchor for the front seat belt(s) may have been damaged during service. As a result, the seat belt(s) could detach in a crash.
Note: For the 2026 model year Santa Fe, this recall only affects the Santa Fe hybrid (HEV) model.
A seat belt that detaches in a crash could increase the risk of injury.
The company will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and reinforce the lower seat belt anchors. The seat belt assemblies will be replaced, as necessary.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the starter motor's terminal cover may not have been installed properly. As a result, the positive terminal could be exposed and contact nearby components in a crash. If this happens, there could be a short circuit.
A short circuit could create the risk of a fire and/or injury.
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, reinstall the starter motor positive terminal cover.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the sunshade switch in the overhead console may not have been designed properly. As a result, the switch may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations that exist to reduce the risk of activating the sunshade unintentionally.
Note: This recall affects both Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid models.
A sunshade that closes unexpectedly could pinch a person and create a risk of injury.
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the sunshade switch knobs in the overhead console.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the compliance label may be missing information in French. The words listed on the label for "Tires", "Rims", "Front" and "Rear" appear in English only, when they should be listed as "Tires/Pneus", "Rims/Jantes", "Front/Avant" and "Rear/Arriere". Canadian regulations require this information to be listed on the label in both English and French.
These small errors do not affect vehicle safety.
This is not a recall. The company has corrected the compliance label for all new vehicles.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the floor wiring harness may not have been secured properly and could become damaged. As a result, the airbags may not deploy in a crash and/or the airbags could deploy without a crash.
Note: This problem would cause the airbag warning light to turn on. This recall affects both the Santa Fe and Santa Fe hybrid models.
An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Additionally, an airbag that deploys without a crash could create a risk of injury.
Hyundai will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, secure the floor wiring harness. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the transmission to become damaged. As a result, the vehicle could move when it's parked and the parking brake isn't applied.
A parked vehicle that moves suddenly could create the risk of an injury or a crash.
Hyundai will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmission. The dealer will also update the transmission control unit software. To reduce the safety risk, Hyundai recommends that you should always use the parking brake when you park.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display properly. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing.
A rearview camera image that doesn't display properly could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Hyundai will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the rearview camera system software.
Filed under Santa FE · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →
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Against the competition
The Hyundai Santa Fe (from $43,799) leads in 0 of 5 categories against 4 direct rivals.
From $36,975−$6,824 vs the Santa Fe
Where it beats the Santa Fe
Where the Santa Fe wins
From $51,285+$7,486 vs the Santa Fe
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Where the Santa Fe wins
From $44,900+$1,101 vs the Santa Fe
Where it beats the Santa Fe
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From $45,990+$2,191 vs the Santa Fe
Where it beats the Santa Fe
Where the Santa Fe wins
| Spec | HyundaiSanta FeThis car | HondaCR-V | ToyotaHighlander | ToyotaC-HR | ToyotabZ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $43,799 | $36,975 | $51,285 | $44,900 | $45,990 |
| Combined fuel use | 6.9 L/100 km | 6.4 L/100 km | 6.7 L/100 km | — | — |
| City / highway (L/100 km) | 6.9 / 7 | 6 / 6.9 | 6.6 / 6.8 | — | — |
| Electric range | — | — | — | 496 km | 468 km |
| Max power | 231 hp | 204 hp | 264 hp | 338 hp | 375 hp |
| Vehonix efficiency score | 7.1/10 | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | 9.9/10 | 9.9/10 |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | AWD available | AWD available | AWD available | AWD available | AWD available |
| Drivetrains | AWD | AWD, FWD | AWD | AWD, FWD | AWD, FWD |
| Rated configurations | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Recalls this model year | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Compare | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → |
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