Hyundai Santa Fe XL — Specs, Trims, Prices & Owner Reviews
The Hyundai Santa Fe XL is the three-row, long-wheelbase version of the third-generation (DM) Santa Fe, and it wore the XL badge in the United States for exactly one model year. From 2013 through 2018 this same car was sold simply as the "Santa Fe" while the shorter two-row model was the Santa Fe Sport; when the all-new fourth-generation (TM) Santa Fe arrived for 2019 and took the plain name, Hyundai kept the old long-wheelbase car in showrooms for one final season and renamed it Santa Fe XL. Outside North America the same vehicle was sold as the Grand Santa Fe or, in Korea, the Maxcruz.
Model years 2019 · Independent buyer data
Fuel economy: 18 mpg city / 25 hwy (FWD); 18 / 24 (AWD)
Hyundai Santa Fe XL: General Information
The Hyundai Santa Fe XL is the three-row, long-wheelbase version of the third-generation (DM) Santa Fe, and it wore the XL badge in the United States for exactly one model year. From 2013 through 2018 this same car was sold simply as the "Santa Fe" while the shorter two-row model was the Santa Fe Sport; when the all-new fourth-generation (TM) Santa Fe arrived for 2019 and took the plain name, Hyundai kept the old long-wheelbase car in showrooms for one final season and renamed it Santa Fe XL. Outside North America the same vehicle was sold as the Grand Santa Fe or, in Korea, the Maxcruz.
North America got a single powertrain: Hyundai's 3.3-liter Lambda II V6 with direct injection, rated at 290 hp and 252 lb-ft — the highest output in its class when the car launched — driving through a six-speed SHIFTRONIC automatic to the front wheels or an optional on-demand all-wheel-drive system. The XL rides on a 110.2-inch wheelbase, 3.9 inches longer than the Santa Fe Sport's, and measures 193.1 inches overall. It is rated to tow 5,000 pounds, comfortably more than the four-cylinder Sport.
What the XL offers is space. Seven-passenger seating is standard on the base car, with second-row captain's chairs cutting that to six on the top trim, and cargo volume runs from 13.5 cubic feet behind the third row to 80.0 cubic feet with both rear rows folded. The trade-off is thirst — EPA ratings are 17–18 mpg city and 22–25 mpg highway — and an interior design dating to 2013. U.S. base prices for the final XL ran from $30,950 to $41,400 before destination, after which Hyundai replaced it with the larger, all-new Palisade for 2020.
Hyundai Santa Fe XL by model year
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL SE
The SE is the entry Santa Fe XL and the volume seller in the nameplate's only model year under that badge, opening at $30,950 with front-wheel drive. It seats seven on three rows with a 60/40 split second-row bench and 50/50 third row, and every XL uses the 290-hp 3.3-liter Lambda II V6 with a six-speed automatic. Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, an eight-way power driver's seat, dual-zone automatic climate control with rear ventilation ducts, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 5,000-pound tow rating.
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL Limited Ultimate
Limited Ultimate is the send-off trim for the long-wheelbase Santa Fe, at $39,650 with front drive and $41,400 with all-wheel drive. It swaps the SE's second-row bench for captain's chairs — dropping capacity to six — and adds 19-inch alloy wheels, leather seating with heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, a heated steering wheel, an extended panoramic sunroof, navigation with real-time traffic, a 12-speaker 590-watt Infinity surround audio system, memory seats and front, side and rear parking cameras.
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Hyundai Santa Fe XL trim levels
| Trim | MSRP | Engine | Power | Drive | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $30,950 | 3.3L GDI V6 | 290 hp / 252 lb-ft | FWD or AWD | 18 / 25 mpg |
| Limited Ultimate | $39,650 | 3.3L GDI V6 | 290 hp / 252 lb-ft | FWD or AWD | 18 / 23 mpg |
Specifications (2019)
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic |
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Compare the Hyundai Santa Fe XL →Frequently asked questions
How much does the Hyundai Santa Fe XL cost?
The Hyundai Santa Fe XL has a typical price range of $30,950 - $41,400, spanning 2 trim levels. Actual prices vary by year, mileage and local market conditions.
What fuel economy does the Hyundai Santa Fe XL get?
The Hyundai Santa Fe XL achieves 18 / 25 mpg. Real-world figures depend on trim, drivetrain and driving style.
Is the Hyundai Santa Fe XL reliable?
Owner-reported reliability is rated 7.0 / 10. Recall history: 1 recall (NHTSA, 2019 model year — campaign 22V056000, ABS module short circuit).
What years of the Hyundai Santa Fe XL are available to compare?
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