The HYUNDAI Santa Fe Ultimate 1.6TGDI PHEV 5dr Auto 4WD is a flagship, family-focused 7-seat large SUV that pairs a premium interior with a highly efficient plug-in hybrid powertrain.A complete breakdown of this specific model's key features, specifications, and performance metrics follows below.Key Specifications & Performance Engine: 1.6-litre 4-cylinder Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (T-GDi) petrol engine. Powertrain Type: Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) with a mandatory four-wheel-drive (4WD) layout.Transmission: 6-speed automatic gearbox.Total Power Output: 253 PS (approx. 250 bhp) combined (Note: Upgraded 5th-generation 2025/2026 iterations push this total output up to 284–288 PS).Total Torque: 367 Nm. Acceleration (0–62 mph): Achieved in roughly 9.3 seconds.Towing Capacity: Up to 2,000 lbs (with trailer brakes).
Hybrid Battery & Charging Battery Size: 13.8 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.Electric-Only Range: Officially rated at approximately 33 to 34 miles (WLTP) of pure electric driving.Charging Time: Fully replenishes in roughly 4 hours using a standard 240-volt home wallbox system.Efficiency: Official combined economy states up to 166–173 mpg, though real-world flat-battery consumption settles around 40 mpg. Emits exceptionally low CO2 (approx. 36 g/km), placing it into highly competitive company car tax brackets
Ultimate Trim Highlights:The "Ultimate" designation sits at the top end of the Hyundai range, equipping the vehicle with luxury features such as:Cabin Technology: An elegantly curved dashboard featuring a twin 12.3-inch panoramic display (infotainment screen and digital gauge cluster).Seating & Comfort: Leather upholstery with three-stage heated and ventilated front seats, heated outer second-row seats, and 3-zone climate control with dedicated air conditioning controls for the third row.Convenience Elements: Integrated wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a premium Bose surround-sound system, dual wireless phone charging pads, and a high-definition 360-degree surround-view parking camera.Advanced Driver Assistance (ADAS): Equipped with Smart Cruise Control 2, Lane Following Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor, and an upgraded Forward Collision-Avoidance system.
Practicality & Dimensions:Seating Layout: Features three rows of seats as standard (7 seats total).Boot Capacity: Offers a massive 985 litres with the third row folded flat, expanding up to 1,949 litres when both rear rows are lowered.Exterior Size: Measures 4,830 mm in length, 1,900 mm in width, and 1,770 mm in height.
