
We are pleased to announce that the Hyundai SANTA FE has been awarded Best Seven-Seat SUV at the New Car World Championship 2025/2026.
The New Car World Championship is judged by a global panel of experienced automotive professionals, including designers, engineers, motorsport icons and industry leaders. The awards recognise the best new models across all segments and powertrains, with Hyundai continuing the success achieved by the IONIQ 5, which was crowned World Champion in 2021/2022.
This latest achievement builds on a string of award wins throughout 2025, with the SANTA FE having already been recognised as Large SUV of the Year from the News UK Motor Awards, Best Seven-Seater at the Autotrader Drivers’ Choice Awards, Large Crossover of the Year at the UK Car of the Year Awards , and Seven-Seater of the Year at the What Car? Awards. These achievements further cement its reputation as one of the most capable and desirable seven-seat SUV’s on the market today.
The Hyundai SANTA FE combines bold, modern design with family-focused versatility. With its spacious seven-seat layout, wide tailgate opening and adaptable interior, its perfectly suited to both everyday driving and longer adventures.
Inside, dual 12.3 inch panoramic displays deliver seamless connectivity, while Hyundai’s Smart Sense safety suite, featuring forward collision-avoidance assist, blind-spot view monitor and highway drive assist, provides added reassurance and confidence on every journey.
Available in both Hybrid (HEV) and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) configurations, the Hyundai SANTA FE features a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with an electric motor, delivering a smooth performance and impressive efficiency. Customers can choose from three trim levels – Premium Ultimate, and Calligraphy, with prices starting from £48,390, while Plug-in Hybrid models are available from £51,995. Each trim level offers a high standard of comfort, technology and practicality, from wireless smartphone connectivity and a power tailgate on premium grade, to Bose audio, a panoramic sunroof and luxurious Nappa leather upholstery on the range-topping Calligraphy model.
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