Hyundai Santa Fe value and depreciation
Known for upmarket seven-seater that moved with the brand.
Projected value of a new Hyundai Santa Fe
We class the Hyundai Santa Fe as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 65% after three years and 50% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 81% | R 1 011 481 | R 890 103 |
| 3 years | 65% | R 808 462 | R 711 447 |
| 5 years | 50% | R 630 963 | R 555 247 |
| 7 years | 39% | R 486 528 | R 428 145 |
| 10 years | 26% | R 323 520 | R 284 698 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 249 900; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Hyundai's large SUV has been in South Africa since the early 2000s and has moved steadily upmarket. The current boxy generation is sold here as a 1.6 turbo hybrid seven-seater at a price deep in premium territory. Older diesel versions remain popular used family buys.
What used Santa Fe years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Santa Fe | R 1 249 900 | R 1 099 912 | Details → |
| 2025 Santa Fe | R 958 749 | R 843 699 | Details → |
| 2024 Santa Fe | R 812 463 | R 714 967 | Details → |
| 2023 Santa Fe | R 688 497 | R 605 877 | Details → |
| 2022 Santa Fe | R 576 530 | R 507 346 | Details → |
| 2021 Santa Fe | R 482 771 | R 424 838 | Details → |
| 2020 Santa Fe | R 404 261 | R 355 750 | Details → |
| 2019 Santa Fe | R 334 457 | R 294 322 | Details → |
| 2018 Santa Fe | R 276 706 | R 243 501 | Details → |
| 2017 Santa Fe | R 228 927 | R 201 456 | Details → |
| 2016 Santa Fe | R 189 398 | R 166 670 | Details → |
| 2015 Santa Fe | R 156 695 | R 137 892 | Details → |
Santa Fe against its rivals
Where the Santa Fe ranks
Hyundai Santa Fe: common questions
What is a Hyundai Santa Fe worth after 3 years?
A Hyundai Santa Fe bought new today for R 1 249 900 is projected to be worth about R 808 462 after three years, which is 65% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 711 447.
Does the Hyundai Santa Fe hold its value?
We class the Hyundai Santa Fe as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 65% after three years and 50% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
What does a used Hyundai Santa Fe cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 812 463 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 156 695. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Hyundai Santa Fe cost per month?
Financing a new Hyundai Santa Fe at R 1 249 900 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 21 846 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.