Hyundai 5th Generation (MX5)
Radically reimagined with a bold, boxy silhouette and signature H-pattern LED lighting, the fifth-generation Santa Fe features standard three-row seating, dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays, and elevated off-pavement capability.
Generation Quick Facts: The Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Generation (MX5) was manufactured from 2024 – present (2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a suv. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 231 to 277 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 34.0 MPG combined (1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWD).
Power range
231–277 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.2 s
Best combined
34 MPG
Length
4.83 m
01Decision support
Which 5th Generation (MX5) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWD
34.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 32% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest 5th Generation (MX5).
Performance · quickest
2.5L Turbo AWD
0–100 km/h in 6.2s · 277 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (1 hybrid · 1 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWDHybrid | 2.5L Turbo AWDPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | Smartstream G1.6T HEV | Smartstream G2.5T |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.6L (1,598 cc) | 2.5L (2,497 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 231 hp / 172 kW | 277 hp / 207 kW |
| Torque | 367 Nm / 271 lb-ft | 422 Nm / 311 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.1 s | 6.2 s |
| Top speed | — | 210 km/h (130 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Wet DCT |
| Gears | — | — |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100km) | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100km) |
| Highway | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) |
| Combined | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 2,050 kg (4,519 lbs) | 2,030 kg (4,475 lbs) |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2024-present | 2024-present |
03Then vs now
MX5 vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. TM |
|---|---|
| Peak power | -4 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | +0.2 s |
| Best combined MPG | unchanged |
| Average curb weight | +190 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the TM, the MX5 is heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the TM's typically lower asking prices.
View the TM spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,830 mm
190.2 in
Width
1,900 mm
74.8 in
Height
1,720 mm
67.7 in
Wheelbase
2,815 mm
110.8 in
Curb weight spans 2,030–2,050 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
5th Generation (MX5): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Generation (MX5)?
The Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Generation (MX5) lineup offers 1 hybrid · 1 petrol: 1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWD (231 hp), 2.5L Turbo AWD (277 hp).
How quick is the Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Generation (MX5) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.5L Turbo AWD, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2s, reaching a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph) with the 2.5L Turbo AWD.
What is the most fuel-efficient Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Generation (MX5) trim?
The 1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWD delivers the highest fuel economy at 34.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 23–34 combined MPG.
How does the MX5 compare to the previous Hyundai Santa Fe?
Against the TM predecessor it replaces, the MX5 is heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Generation (MX5)?
The Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Generation (MX5) was produced from 2024 – present, spanning the following model years: 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Hyundai Santa Fe 5th Generation (MX5)?
4830 mm long, 1900 mm wide, 1720 mm tall on a 2815 mm wheelbase (190.2 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Hyundai Santa FeCertification data, 2024–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Hyundai official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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