Hyundai Santa Fe first generation

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The Hyundai Santa Fe first generation (2001–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 24 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: SM

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,500 mm RDW	–	4,500 mm
Width	1,820–1,890 mm Traficom	–	1,820–1,845 mm
Height	1,680–1,730 mm Traficom	–	1,675–1,730 mm
Wheelbase	2,620 mm RDW	–	2,620 mm
Front track	1,540–1,615 mm ASTRA	–	–
Rear track	1,540–1,620 mm ASTRA	–	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,527–1,676 kg RDW	–	1,585–1,820 kg
Mass in running order	1,627–1,776 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,240–2,380 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,650–2,300 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	878 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,860 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	178 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	248–343 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/70R16, 235/60R18, 235/65R17

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
13 years and older	59.0% (58.1–60.0)	69.2%	10,297

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Suspension	54.1%	41.6%
Brakes	47.6%	36.4%
Lights and electrics	40.0%	28.8%
Body, chassis and structure	34.6%	18.6%
Tyres	33.2%	31.2%
Noise, emissions and leaks	27.7%	17.1%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,307 complaints for model years 2001–2006. 100 crashes · 21 fires · 85 injuries · 2 deaths

Suspension 257
Airbags 166
Speed control 136
Engine 98
Electrical system 93
Brakes 93

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 24 versions of the Hyundai Santa Fe first generation

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United Kingdom 10 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2006–2008V6 (5 & 7 Seat)	2.7 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	10.6 L/100 km NEDC	252 g/km
20062.2l CRTD (5 seat) · 2.2l CRTD (7 seat)	2.2 L	Diesel	5-speed manual	7.3 L/100 km NEDC	193 g/km
20062.2l CRTD (5 seat)	2.2 L	Diesel	5-speed automatic	8.1 L/100 km NEDC	214 g/km
20062.2l CRTD (7 seat)	2.2 L	Diesel	5-speed automatic	8.3 L/100 km NEDC	220 g/km
2003–20042.0l Turbo Diesel · 2.0l CRTD	2.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	9.2 L/100 km NEDC	246 g/km
20042.0l CRTD	2.0 L	Diesel	5-speed manual	7.1 L/100 km NEDC	190 g/km
2001–20042.4 · 2.4l	2.4 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	9.8 L/100 km NEDC	235 g/km
2001–20042.7 V6 · 2.7 V6 · 2.7l V6	2.7 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	11.4 L/100 km NEDC	274 g/km
2001–20032.0 Turbo Diesel · 2.0l Turbo Diesel	2.0 L	Diesel	5-speed manual	7.6 L/100 km NEDC	202 g/km
20012.0 Turbo Diesel	2.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	9.2 L/100 km NEDC	246 g/km

United States 11 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2002–2006I4	2.4 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
2005–2006I4, 2MODE CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP	2.4 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
2002–2006V6, 2MODE CLKUP	2.7 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	276–291 g/km
2002–2006V6, 2MODE CLKUP	2.7 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
2003–2006V6, CMODE CLKUP	3.5 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA	307–325 g/km
2003–2006V6, 2MODE CLKUP	3.5 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
2002–2004I4, 2MODE CLKUP	2.4 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
20012MODE CLKUP	2.4 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
2001	2.4 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	263 g/km
20012MODE CLKUP	2.7 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
20012MODE CLKUP	2.7 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2002–2006Sport utility vehicle	2.4 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	11.1–11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	255–267 g/km
2001–2006Sport utility vehicle	2.7 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	11.6–13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	267–299 g/km
2004–2006Sport utility vehicle	3.5 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	13.8–14.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	317–324 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.