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Compare 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Trims

The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, catering to various needs and preferences.

• Starting at $13,913
• Best MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 29 hwy
• Most Popular: 2.4L SEL FWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

2.4L SE FWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.4L SE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped SUV without paying for higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $13,978 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 211 listings
• View 2.4L SE FWD listings

2.4L SE AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.4L SE AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without a significant price increase.

• Avg. market price: $13,913 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 196 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View 2.4L SE AWD listings

2.4L SEL FWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.4L SEL FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a balance of features and affordability without going for the top trim.

• Avg. market price: $14,972 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 297 listings
• View 2.4L SEL FWD listings

2.4L SEL AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.4L SEL AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded SUV with all-wheel drive and added features.

• Avg. market price: $15,387 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 249 listings
• View 2.4L SEL AWD listings

2.4L Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.4L Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features without stepping up to the most expensive trim.

• Avg. market price: $17,227 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 118 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View 2.4L Limited FWD listings

2.4L Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.4L Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features combined with all-wheel drive capability.

• Avg. market price: $17,329 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 97 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View 2.4L Limited AWD listings

2.0T Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.0T Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a turbocharged engine with premium features.

• Avg. market price: $17,684 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 132 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View 2.0T Limited FWD listings

2.0T Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The 2.0T Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a powerful engine and all-wheel drive for enhanced performance.

• Avg. market price: $18,453 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 139 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View 2.0T Limited AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — 2.4L SEL FWD

With 297 active listings, the 2.4L SEL FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse 2.4L SEL FWD listings

Best Budget Option — 2.4L SE AWD

At $13,913 avg market price — below the lineup median of $16,307 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse 2.4L SE AWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — 2.4L SE FWD

The 2.4L SE FWD offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 22/29 MPG.

Browse 2.4L SE FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe cost?

Prices have softened 10.92% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,254 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of options to compare.

Is the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?

Yes — owners rate it 4.7/5, and our experts give it an 8.8/10 overall score. The model scores 10/10 across Cost effectiveness, Technology, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its comfortable seating, great features, and strong value for the price. They also like its safety features and spaciousness, which fit well with its role as a practical five-passenger crossover. The main trade-offs are the underpowered, noisy base engine and the possibility that some amenities may be missing on lower trims.

That makes it a strong fit if you want a comfortable, feature-rich SUV that stays practical without moving up to a larger three-row model. With 35.2% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market still offers some attractive opportunities.

Is the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

Owners rate it 4.7/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience centered on comfort, value, and features you can count on. Hyundai’s free maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles also helps reduce early ownership hassle.

The expert drive notes reinforce that it feels like a solid daily driver, with a smooth ride, decent handling, and refined controls. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is making sure the specific vehicle has been maintained well, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example.

What should I look for when buying a used 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe?

At 73.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the equipment on the car matches the trim level you expected. It’s also worth checking that the safety and convenience features you want are actually present, since some are trim-dependent.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: SE, SEL, and Limited are the main trims, and the base SE misses blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning. The Limited stands out with a larger 8-inch display, navigation, a surround-view camera, wireless smartphone charging, a 12-speaker Infinity surround sound system, and a head-up display.
• Powertrain: The standard 185-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder is the base engine, while 2.0T versions add a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 235 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. The turbo setup is the better choice if you want stronger acceleration or live at altitude.
• Safety package: Every Santa Fe includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, a driver monitoring system, and a rear-seat reminder. SEL adds blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic warning, and safe exit assist, while the SEL Convenience Package adds an ultrasonic occupant alert system.
• Infotainment: Every Santa Fe has Bluetooth plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. SEL adds SiriusXM and Blue Link connected services, while Limited adds the larger 8-inch display, navigation, a surround-view camera, wireless smartphone charging, and the premium audio system.
• Fuel efficiency: The 2.0T front-wheel-drive model is rated at 23 mpg in combined driving, and our test model returned 22.1 mpg.

Which 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe trim should I buy?

The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe is offered in 3 trim levels: SE, SEL, and Limited.

Here's the short version:

• SE: This is the entry point, but it leaves out blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning. It makes sense only if you’re focused on the lowest possible price and can live with fewer convenience and safety extras.
• SEL: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic warning, safe exit assist, SiriusXM, and Blue Link connected services. It’s the trim that most clearly balances price and equipment.
• Limited: This is the one to choose if you want the most upscale Santa Fe experience, with the larger display, navigation, surround-view camera, wireless charging, premium audio, and the head-up display.

For safety, note that the SE does not include blind-spot warning or rear cross-traffic warning; those features start with SEL.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, with enough inventory and pricing softness to reward careful shopping.

• Deal availability: 35.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,254 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.92% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 73.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $16,209, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe's resale value?

The current average of $16,209 sits slightly below last year's $18,196.

That decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you as a buyer today but may limit upside if you plan to resell soon. If you buy at a strong price now, you reduce the risk of taking a bigger depreciation hit later. A well-equipped trim with strong demand should still be easier to move than a bare-bones example.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.7/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe safe?

The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe earns a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS.

It earns a 10/10 safety score from our experts.

Every Santa Fe comes with adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, a driver monitoring system, and a rear-seat reminder system. SEL trim adds blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic warning, and safe exit assist, while the SEL Convenience Package adds an ultrasonic occupant alert system. Limited trim adds the Blind-Spot View Monitor.

One important caveat is that blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning are not available on the SE trim.

Should I buy a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2020 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2020 if:

• 35.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 73.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.92% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.7/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds a standard rear-seat reminder and an available camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor.

Consider the 2019 if:

• At $14,566, the 2019 costs less than the current year's $16,209 average.
• It offers a value-focused crossover role with strong size, safety, and easy-to-use technology.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $19,248, the 2021 costs more than the current year's $16,209 average.
• It brings a substantial update with new styling, technology, safety systems, and a new luxury-themed trim.

The bottom line: If you want the best mix of value, safety, and features, the 2020 is the smart default. If your budget is tighter, the 2019 can save you money, while the 2021 is the better pick if you want the newer update and are willing to pay more.

How does the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe compare to the 2020 Kia Sorento?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.