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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
The 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $29,990 for the GL variant and topping out at $37,990 for the GLS variant.
There are 4 variants of the Santa Fe available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2000.
The 2001 Santa Fe was offered with a 5 year, 130,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Hyundai Santa Fe include 2.4 in-line 4-cylinder (106kW/201Nm) and 2.7 v6 (132kW/247Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
News
William Stopford
Hyundai Santa Fe losing its most controversial feature
The Hyundai Santa Fe is in line to receive a substantial facelift, toning down some of its more controversial design elements.
2 Days Ago
Damion Smy
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe drops troublesome transmission
A model-year update for the Hyundai Santa Fe large SUV will bring a switch back to a conventional automatic transmission, in the US at least.
7 Months Ago
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Base
2026
$53,650
Elite
2026
$63,150
Calligraphy
2026
$73,150
Year
2026
Engine Type
2.5L Combustion
1.6L Hybrid
Fuel
Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
206 kW
172 kW
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
Dimensions
4,500 mm
1,845 mm
1,730 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,500 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,845 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,340 mm |
| Load Capacity | 718 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Our Hyundai Santa Fe Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
Hyundai Santa Fe
Sales Data
20245,392Total Sales
20256,264Total Sales
2026491YTD Sales
Hyundai Santa Fe Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Hyundai Santa Fe is the GL variant that starts from $29,990.
See all Hyundai Santa Fe PricingThe most expensive Hyundai Santa Fe is the Gls World Cup variant that starts from $37,990.
See all Hyundai Santa Fe PricingThe best towing capacity of a Hyundai Santa Fe is 1800 kg shared by all variants.
See all Hyundai Santa Fe towing capacityThe largest Hyundai Santa Fe is the GL variant which measures 1845mm wide, 4500mm in length and sits 1730mm tall.
All variants of the Hyundai Santa Fe have a maximum power of 132kW and 247nm of torque.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Hyundai Santa Fe is the GL variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2380 kg.
The Hyundai Santa Fe uses Unleaded Petrol.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
* Average savings based on recent CarExpert customer transactions. Actual savings will vary depending on vehicle make and model, location, stock availability, and other factors.
†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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