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Hyundai Santa Fe IV (TM) (2018–2023): specs

Hyundai Santa Fe IV (TM) (2018–2023) photo
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The Hyundai Santa Fe IV (TM) is a crossover SUV produced from 2018 to 2023. It is the 4th of 5 generations of the Santa Fe in our catalog.

Engines: 3.5 V6 (Lambda II 3.5 MPi), 249 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,770 mm, wheelbase 2,765 mm, ground clearance 185 mm, fuel tank 71 L.

Facelift: 2020. Sold in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan; assembled in Kazakhstan.

Specifications

Production years2018–2023
Bodycrossover SUV
Engine3.5 V6
Engine codeLambda II 3.5 MPi
Displacement3.5 L
Fuelpetrol
Power249 hp
Torque336 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 8-speed
Gearbox model8AT Hyundai
Driveall-wheel drive
Length4,770 mm
Width1,890 mm
Height1,680 mm
Wheelbase2,765 mm
Ground clearance185 mm
Fuel tank71 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years
3.5 V6≈ 68,375 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 2.4 188 hp, 2.2 diesel 200 hp

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Powerful versions: up to 249 hp
  • All-wheel-drive versions available
  • Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
  • Large tank: 71 L

Cons

  • Hyundai/Kia Lambda engine (V6): timing chain stretch at high mileage
  • Hyundai/Kia automatic: jolts on 2–3 shifts and when braking

Common problems and what to check

Engine: Hyundai/Kia Lambda (V6)

  • timing chain stretch at high mileage
  • oil leaks

What to check when buying: chain noise on cold start.

Tip: Oil every 7–8k km.

Gearbox: Hyundai/Kia automatic

  • kicks on the 2–3 shift and when braking
  • solenoid and clutch pack wear at high mileage

What to check when buying: shift shocks; whether the gearbox software was updated.

Tip: Change the oil every 60k km; adaptation often helps.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 235/60R18, 255/55R18, 235/55R19, 255/50R19; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Hyundai Santa Fe IV (TM) have?

3.5 V6, code Lambda II 3.5 MPi, 249 hp, 336 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (8AT Hyundai).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Ground clearance 185 mm, fuel tank 71 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Hyundai Santa Fe IV (TM) in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 68,375 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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