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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

3 trims · 9 configurations · SUV

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$9,431

494 for sale · Starting MSRP $23,225 – $30,925

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★☆☆

3 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★☆
Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★☆☆☆☆
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 1 recall on record

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on GLS

Total price (GLS MSRP)

$23,225

Typical monthly

$460/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-09). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe trims

  • GLS

    4 configurations

    MSRP
    $23,225 – $26,825
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    20/28
    Horsepower
    175 hp
    Torque
    169 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.4L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    78.2
    Max towing
    —

  • SE

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $26,225 – $28,125
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    20/26
    Horsepower
    276 hp
    Torque
    248 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    78.2
    Max towing
    3,500 lbs

  • Limited

    3 configurations

    MSRP
    $27,275 – $30,925
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    20/28
    Horsepower
    175 hp
    Torque
    169 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.4L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    78.2
    Max towing
    —

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
GLSgas
SEgas
Limitedgas
Fuel type
GLSregular unleaded
SEregular unleaded
Limitedregular unleaded
Cylinders
GLSI4
SEV6
LimitedI4
Displacement
GLS2.4 L
SE3.5 L
Limited2.4 L
Horsepower
GLS175 hp
SE276 hp
Limited175 hp
Torque
GLS169 lb-ft
SE248 lb-ft
Limited169 lb-ft
Transmission
GLS6-speed shiftable automatic
SE6-speed shiftable automatic
Limited6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain
GLSfront wheel drive
SEfront wheel drive
Limitedfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
GLSSUV
SESUV
LimitedSUV
Doors
GLS5
SE5
Limited5
Seating
GLS5
SE5
Limited5
Length
GLS184.1 in
SE184.1 in
Limited184.1 in
Width
GLS74.4 in
SE74.4 in
Limited74.4 in
Height
GLS67.9 in
SE67.9 in
Limited67.9 in
Wheelbase
GLS106.3 in
SE106.3 in
Limited106.3 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
GLS34.2 cu ft
SE34.2 cu ft
Limited34.2 cu ft
Max cargo capacity
GLS78.2 cu ft
SE78.2 cu ft
Limited78.2 cu ft
Max towing
GLS—
SE3,500 lbs
Limited—
Curb weight
GLS3,725 lbs
SE3,902 lbs
Limited3,825 lbs
Fuel tank
GLS18 gal
SE18 gal
Limited18 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
GLS23
SE23
Limited23
City MPG
GLS20
SE20
Limited20
Highway MPG
GLS28
SE26
Limited28

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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe FAQ

How much does the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe cost?
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has a starting MSRP of $23,225, ranging up to $30,925 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes GLS from $23,225; SE from $26,225; Limited from $27,275. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $9,431.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe achieves up to 23 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe have?
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe offers up to 78.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe tow?
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has a maximum towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe safe?
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe earned an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe come in?
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is available in 3 trims (9 total configurations) across SUV body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.