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Hyundai Santa Fe Price in the Philippines (2026)
Hyundai Santa Fe Philippines 2026: boxy seven-seat SUV from ₱1,998,000 to ₱3,330,000, gas, turbo or hybrid. Prices, specs, pros and cons.
- TypeMidsize SUV
- Seats7
- Engine2.5L / 2.5L turbo / 1.6L turbo hybrid
- Transmission8AT / 8DCT / AT
- DrivetrainFWD / AWD
- Fuel / powerGasoline
Hyundai Santa Fe variants and prices
| Variant | Transmission | SRP | 20% down | Est. monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 GL 8AT 2WD | 8AT | ₱1,998,000 | ₱399,600 | ₱33,961 |
| 2.5 GLS 8AT 2WD | 8AT | ₱2,410,000 | ₱482,000 | ₱40,964 |
| 2.5 GLS 8AT AWD | 8AT | ₱2,540,000 | ₱508,000 | ₱43,174 |
| 2.5T Calligraphy AWD 8DCT | 8DCT | ₱3,100,000 | ₱620,000 | ₱52,693 |
| 1.6T Calligraphy HEV (Hybrid) | AT | ₱3,330,000 | ₱666,000 | ₱56,602 |
Prices: suggested retail prices from hyundai.com, checked October 2026. *Estimate with 20% down, 60 months, 10% a year; your bank's rate and fees will differ. Try your own numbers.
Santa Fe overview
The fifth-generation Santa Fe swapped curves for a boxy shape and a big, square tailgate, and it's one of the roomiest seven-seaters you can buy for around ₱2 million. HMPH lists five trims as of October 2026: 2.5 GL 8AT 2WD at ₱1,998,000, 2.5 GLS 8AT 2WD at ₱2,410,000, 2.5 GLS 8AT AWD at ₱2,540,000, 2.5T Calligraphy AWD 8DCT at ₱3,100,000 and the 1.6T Calligraphy HEV at ₱3,330,000.
HMPH quotes 194 PS and 246 Nm for the 2.5 gasoline, 281 PS and 422 Nm for the 2.5 turbo with its eight-speed dual-clutch, and 235 PS and 367 Nm for the turbo hybrid. CarGuide.ph lists the GL at 4,830 mm long with 177 mm of ground clearance, seven seats and front-wheel drive. The GL is the cheapest trim, and CarGuide notes it uses a temporary-type spare tire, which is worth knowing if you often drive far from vulcanizing shops.
The Santa Fe is a car-based SUV with a monocoque body, so it rides and handles more like a big car than the pickup-based Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Montero Sport or Ford Everest. That makes it more comfortable on city streets and expressways. The trade-off is that it isn't built for serious off-roading, and only the GLS AWD and Calligraphy trims send power to all four wheels. The GL is the value pick for families who mostly drive on paved roads. The hybrid suits heavy Metro Manila traffic and falls under the DOE's number coding exemption for full hybrids. The 2.5 turbo is the one to get if you want strong, smooth power for frequent long trips, but it costs more than ₱1 million over the GL, so drive both before you decide.
Who it is for: Families who want a roomy seven-seat SUV that drives like a car, with options from a ₱2 million gas model to a hybrid.
Santa Fe specifications
| Spec | Hyundai Santa Fe |
|---|---|
| Body type | Midsize SUV |
| Seats | 7 |
| Powertrain | Gasoline |
| Engine | 2.5L / 2.5L turbo / 1.6L turbo hybrid |
| Power (hp) | 191–277 |
| Torque (Nm) | 246–422 |
| Transmission | 8AT / 8DCT / AT |
| Drivetrain | FWD / AWD |
| Length (mm) | 4,830 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 177 |
Generation: Fifth generation (MX5). Specs vary by variant; check the brochure for your exact trim.
Pros and cons
What we like on paper
- Boxy body gives a roomy cabin and a wide tailgate
- Choice of gas, turbo AWD and hybrid
- GL brings a seven-seater under ₱2 million
What to consider
- Not designed for serious off-road use like body-on-frame PPVs
- GL has a temporary-type spare tire
Santa Fe rivals
Hyundai Santa Fe FAQ
How much is the Hyundai Santa Fe in the Philippines?
Per HMPH's price list dated October 1, 2026: ₱1,998,000 (2.5 GL 8AT 2WD), ₱2,410,000 (2.5 GLS 8AT 2WD), ₱2,540,000 (2.5 GLS 8AT AWD), ₱3,100,000 (2.5T Calligraphy AWD 8DCT) and ₱3,330,000 (1.6T Calligraphy HEV).
Is there a Santa Fe Hybrid in the Philippines?
Yes, the 1.6T Calligraphy HEV. HMPH lists 235 PS and 367 Nm for the turbo hybrid system.
Which Santa Fe trims have AWD?
The 2.5 GLS 8AT AWD and the 2.5T Calligraphy AWD 8DCT. The GL and GLS 2WD are front-wheel drive.