2005 Hyundai Santa Fe

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

The 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (I4), 2.7L 6-cylinder (V6), 3.5L 6-cylinder (V6)
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

Not available

Transmission

Not available

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

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Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (I4), 2.7L 6-cylinder (V6), 3.5L 6-cylinder (V6)
Displacement	2.4 L to 3.5 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4 to 5
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 17, 2026.

14V435000: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model Year 2001-2006 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from March 31, 2000, through February 15, 2006, that are registered and operated, or which were originally sold and registered, in the following 20 salt belt" states and the District of Columbia: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan,…
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the coil spring, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for…
Reported July 18, 2014. View on NHTSA
05V527000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT OF THE VEHICLE MAY MISCLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AS AN ADULT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE'S OCS WILL PROPERLY CLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN WHEN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AND WILL DISABLE THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAGS. DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT…
Reported November 17, 2005. View on NHTSA
05V450000: AIR BAGS
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT OF THE VEHICLE MAY MISCLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AS AN ADULT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE'S OCS WILL PROPERLY CLASSIFY CERTAIN SMALL CHILDREN WHEN SEATED ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE SEAT AND WILL DISABLE THE RIGHT FRONT AIRBAGS. DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLE'S OCS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT…
Reported October 4, 2005. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 17, 2026

Data verified: October 17, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe have?

Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (I4), 2.7L 6-cylinder (V6), 3.5L 6-cylinder (V6). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 17, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.