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No, this is not a car-video game collab. The 2025 Santa Fe Hybrid just has some great modern vibes. The handsome squared-off looks with “H”-pattern lights set it apart from the rest of the pack, and the cabin is airy and welcoming. Fully redesigned in 2024, the Santa Fe looks nothing like the Santa Fes of the past. With chunky fender arches, blocky headlights and taillights, an extra-wide tailgate for lounging, and a proper SUV silhouette, the Santa Fe Hybrid is one of the boldest midsizers around.
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The 2026 Santa Fe Hybrid comes in four trim levels: SE, SEL, Limited, and Calligraphy. The base price of the SE is $36,150, and the Calligraphy costs $48,450 fully decked out. The competition in the midsize hybrid SUV segment includes the Honda CR-V Hybrid, Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Kia Sorento Hybrid, and the new Subaru Forester Hybrid. The Santa Fe Hybrid is the only one to offer a standard third row, giving it a great leg up over the competition. It has space galore, innovative storage options, great tech, and a deep standard equipment set. The September lease deal makes it even more appealing.Â
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SE lease deal for September
The September lease deal on the Santa Fe Hybrid SE costs $399 per month for 36 months, with a $3,999 down payment due at signing. No security deposit is required, and the amount due at signing does not include registration, tax, title, license, processing or documentation fees, insurance, or any emission charge. The mileage limit is 10,000 miles per year or 30,000 miles for the lease term. A $400 disposition fee is due at the end of the lease except in CO, IN, IA, KS, ME, OK, SC, WI, WV, & WY, where the disposition fee is subject to the limitations of state laws. Not all lessees will qualify, and higher rates may apply for those with lower credit scores. The lease offer ends September 30, 2025. Learn more here.Â
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SE feature highlights
The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SE is the base model, but it’s anything but Spartan. It features a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an electric motor, combining to deliver 231 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque. It comes in front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive using a 6-speed automatic transmission. EPA estimates are 37 city, 36 highway, and 34 combined with front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive efficiency drops slightly to 35 mpg city, 34 highway, and 34 combined. You get everything the gas Santa Fe has, plus excellent efficiency.
Standard features on the Hybrid SE include 18-inch wheels, LED headlights and DRLs, LED accent lights, LED taillights, automatic headlights, heated side mirrors, a handsfree smart liftgate with auto open, proximity key, power lumbar driver’s seat, power folding rear seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 4.2-inch driver information display, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a proximity key with pushbutton start.
Standard safety features include blind spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic avoidance assist, parking distance warning, forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian/cyclist/junction turning detection, adaptive cruise control with stop & go, lane keeping assist, driver attention warning, safe exit assist, and lane following assist. The Santa Fe Hybrid also earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ for 2025, making it one of the safest SUVs around.
The Santa Fe’s total passenger volume is 151 cubic feet, and the second row provides 41.5 inches of legroom, while the third row offers 30 inches of legroom. It offers tons of space for a vehicle this size. The cargo area provides 14.6 cubic feet behind the third row, 40.5 cubic feet of space behind the second row, and 79.6 cubic feet with the second and third rows folded flat, the same as the gas version.Â
Final thoughtsÂ
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is stylish, efficient, spacious, and safe. It’s the kind of car you can drive down the road and watch bystanders admire its unique styling. With three rows of family-friendly seating, the Santa Fe Hybrid totes more folks than the competition, and the very affordable monthly lease payment makes it even more attractive in September. Before signing the lease agreement, be aware of the costs due at signing, including taxes, registration fees, etc. Read the lease agreement carefully and inquire about potential additional costs at the dealership.Â
*Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The information presented herein is based on manufacturer-provided lease offer information, which is subject to frequent change and may vary based on location, creditworthiness, and other factors. We are not a party to any lease agreements and assume no liability for the terms, conditions, availability, or accuracy of any lease offers mentioned. All terms, including but not limited to pricing, mileage allowances, and residual values, require direct verification with an authorized local OEM dealership. This article does not constitute financial advice or an endorsement of any particular lease or vehicle.
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