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Hyundai Makes Digital Key Standard on 2026 Santa Fe in Australia, Adds $400 to Prices

The refresh centers on universal smartphone key access, with engines and core spec unchanged.

Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Overview

  • Hyundai raises recommended retail pricing across the Santa Fe range by $400 for the 2026 model year.
  • Digital Key 2 is now fitted to every variant, enabling compatible smartphones to unlock, start, and share access to the vehicle.
  • The entry grade adopts 18-inch alloy wheels and a full-size spare, introducing a clearer visual split between hybrid and 2.5T wheel designs.
  • Pricing is confirmed at $53,400 for the 2.5T FWD and $57,400 for the hybrid, with all-wheel drive a $3000 option on base trims and standard on upper grades.
  • Powertrains are unchanged: a 2.5-litre turbo petrol (206kW/422Nm, 9.3L/100km claim) or a 1.6-litre turbo hybrid system (172kW/367Nm, 5.6L/100km claim), with no other material spec changes reported.