Hyundai SANTA FE Named Best Seven-Seat SUV at The New Car World Championship 2025/2026 – hyundai.news
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Hyundai Motor UK is pleased to announce that the Hyundai SANTA FE has been named 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 legends, journalists, 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.
The Hyundai SANTA FE combines bold, modern design with family-focused versatility. Its spacious seven-seat layout, wide tailgate opening and configurable interior make it ideal for both everyday journeys and longer trips.
Inside, dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays provide seamless connectivity, while Hyundai’s SmartSense safety suite – including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor, and Highway Driving Assist – offers reassurance and confidence on the road.
Available in Hybrid (HEV) and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) configurations, the SANTA FE features a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with an electric motor, delivering smooth performance and impressive efficiency. Three trim levels – Premium, Ultimate and Calligraphy – are offered, while prices for the range start at £48,390, with Plug-in Hybrid models costing from £51,995. Across the range, trims offer premium comfort and technology, from wireless smartphone connectivity and a power tailgate on Premium grade, to Bose audio, panoramic sunroof and Nappa leather upholstery on top-spec Calligraphy models.
This latest achievement builds on a string of award wins throughout 2025, with the SANTA FE recognised as Large SUV of the Year from the News UK Motor Award, Best Seven-Seater from the AutoTrader Drivers’ Choice Awards, Large Crossover of the Year from the UK Car of the Year Awards, and Seven-Seater of the Year from the WhatCar? Awards – reinforcing its position as one of the most accomplished seven-seat SUVs on the market.
For more information on all the cars in Hyundai UK’s award-winning range, visit www.hyundai.co.uk.
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