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Hyundai Santa Fe Sport

The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant engine concerns, including oil consumption and potential failure.

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Model-year guides

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport2018 model

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 kmFuel-economy range
201819242112.389.811.2—
201719242112.389.811.219-27 mpg combined
201419252112.389.4111.2—

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearBody styleCylindersDisplacementFuel typeTransmissionDrivetrainHorsepowerTorqueEngine configuration
2018—42.0RegularAutomatic (S6)All-Wheel Drive———
2017suv42.0RegularAutomatic (S6)All-Wheel Drive185-240 hp178-260 lb-ftInline-4
2014suv42.4RegularAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive———

Pricing & configuration

Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearmsrppricingcurrencyBase MSRPMSRP rangeConfidencenotesSourceestimatedAtBase priceSeries
2018———————————
2017currency: USD, Base MSRP: $25,350, MSRP range: $25,350 - $37,450, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for the 2017 model year., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 5/11/2026Base price: $25,350, Series: Sport BaseUSD$25,350$25,350 - $37,4500.9MSRP for the 2017 model year.AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote5/11/2026$25,350Sport Base
2014———————————

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearSeatsDoorsCargo (L)Cargo (cu ft)bodyAndInteriormechanicalKeyless ignitionSteering locationSeat rowsAxlesWheelsWheelbaseFront wheelRear wheel
2018—4————————————
201754100235.4Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 106.3, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)224106.31717
2014——————————————

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearOverall ratingFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRated vehicletpmsabsesctractionControladaptiveCruiseControlautoBrakepedestrianAebblindSpotMonitoringlaneDepartureWarningrearCameraadaptiveDrivingBeamautoReverseSystem
201855542018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV AWDstandard———————————
201755542017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV AWDstandardstandardstandardstandardoptionaloptionaloptionalstandardoptionalstandardoptionalstandard
201455542014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV FWDstandard———————————

Technology & electrification

Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearinfotainmentApple CarPlayAndroid Auto
2018———
2017Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: StandardStandardStandard
2014———

Model year reports

2018

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Buyer's guide

The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant engine concerns, including oil consumption and potential failure.

2017

Buyer's guide

The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant engine concerns including oil consumption and potential internal failures.

2014

Buyer's guide

The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is a below-average risk for used car buyers, primarily due to significant and recurring engine failures.

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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?

Carfocal currently has 3 published Santa Fe Sport reports, covering 2014 through 2018. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant engine concerns, including oil consumption and potential failure.

Published year coverage: 2014, 2017, 2018.

Is the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2018 hyundai santa fe sport presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant engine concerns, including oil consumption and potential failure. and the 2018 hyundai santa fe sport's value proposition is weakened by its documented reliability issues, particularly concerning the engine. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

3 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

What are common problems with the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?

Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2014 through 2018.

Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.

Supporting data
Published guides
3
Years tracked
3
Data sources
NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints