Used 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe for SaleNationwide

Compare 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Trims

The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to fully loaded models, all featuring a robust V6 engine.

• Starting at $8,121
• Best MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 25 hwy
• Most Popular: Limited AWD

Trim Overview

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GLS FWD — "Who It's For"

The GLS FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped SUV without paying for all-wheel drive. It's a great value option.

• Avg. market price: $9,813 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 35 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View GLS FWD listings

GLS AWD — "Who It's For"

The GLS AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without a hefty price tag. It's an affordable option for varied conditions.

• Avg. market price: $8,121 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 24 hwy
• Inventory: 56 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View GLS AWD listings

Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded SUV without the AWD premium. It offers a great mix of features.

• Avg. market price: $10,326 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 474 listings
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Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a premium SUV experience with all-wheel drive. It's the most popular trim for good reason.

• Avg. market price: $10,122 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 24 hwy
• Inventory: 772 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Limited AWD

With 772 active listings, the Limited AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — GLS AWD

At $8,121 avg market price — below the lineup median of $9,967 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse GLS AWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — GLS FWD

The GLS FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 18/25 MPG.

Browse GLS FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 5, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe cost?

Prices have softened 10.32% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 156 listings available, which suggests you have a workable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?

Yes — it earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.3/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel, Performance, and Technology.

The Santa Fe is framed as a crossover that balances practicality with a more engaging driving character, and it is described as attractive, practical, and fun to drive. It also lands in a useful middle ground on size, which helps explain its broad appeal for shoppers who want everyday versatility without moving into a larger SUV.

26.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

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

The Santa Fe is presented as a value-oriented crossover with relatively low ownership costs, helped by Hyundai’s warranty and roadside assistance programs. The expert review also notes that dependability assessments are only average, so the model looks more appealing for its overall package than for standout durability credentials.

The turbocharged engine can be thirsty, so long-term ownership costs may be less favorable if you prioritize fuel savings.

What should I look for when buying a used 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe?

At 55.8% 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 you are considering a higher-mileage example or one with prior bodywork. Focus on condition, maintenance records, and whether the vehicle’s equipment still works as expected, since the model’s value proposition depends on getting the right mix of features and overall condition.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The standard trims are relatively stripped compared with the more expensive turbocharged versions, and the least expensive base trim lacks a reversing camera.
• Powertrain: The turbocharged 4-cylinder delivers strong get-up-and-go, but it is also described as thirsty.
• Safety package: Blue Link includes automatic collision notification, an SOS emergency assistance button, and enhanced roadside assistance; blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-change assist are optional on base trims and standard on 2.0T trims.
• Infotainment: Blue Link telematics and services are available, with remote vehicle access, stolen-vehicle recovery, and smartphone-based car-finding features.
• Fuel efficiency: The front-wheel-drive setup is estimated at 19 mpg city, 26 highway, and 22 combined.

Which 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe trim should I buy?

The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe is offered in 2 trim levels: Santa Fe Sport and Santa Fe Sport 2.0T.

Here's the short version:

• Santa Fe Sport: This is the trim to target if you want the lower-cost entry point and are comfortable with a more basic equipment set. It gives you the core Santa Fe experience, but the content makes clear that the least expensive base trim misses some safety equipment that higher trims get.
• Santa Fe Sport 2.0T: This is the best-value trim if you want the stronger turbocharged engine and the richer standard safety package. It adds the more desirable performance character and makes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-change assist standard.

The safety-package note is simple: the base trims can be equipped with key driver-assistance features, but the 2.0T trims get them standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage but still need to move quickly on the right listing.

• Deal availability: 26.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 156 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.32% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 55.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $9,573, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe's resale value?

The current average of $9,597 sits slightly below last year's $10,701.

That decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you as a buyer but may limit upside if you plan to resell soon. For a future seller, the key takeaway is that pricing discipline matters: a well-kept example should still attract interest, but you should not expect strong appreciation from this model year.

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

Is the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe safe?

The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport earns a Marginal rating in the IIHS small overlap frontal-impact test, which keeps it from earning a Top Safety Pick rating.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

The Santa Fe Sport can be equipped with a reversing camera, and all versions except the least expensive base trim have one. Hyundai also offers blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-change assist; those features are optional on base trims and standard on 2.0T trims.

The main caveat is the IIHS small overlap result, which is the standout weakness in an otherwise safety-conscious feature set.

Should I buy a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2015 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2015 if:

• 26.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 55.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.32% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2015 stands out for its attractive, practical, fun-to-drive character, but safety remains its biggest drawback.

Consider the 2014 if:

• At $9,627, the 2014 costs more than the current year's $9,597 average.
• It is a roomier, more comfortable three-row SUV that makes strong sense for family use.

The bottom line: If you want the better current-market value and the more engaging driving character, the 2015 is the cleaner choice. If your priority is three-row family utility and you are willing to pay a bit more, the 2014 is the more practical alternative.

How does the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe compare to the 2015 Kia Sorento?

Our experts score the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe 7.3/10 and the 2015 Kia Sorento 6.8/10.

The Santa Fe is the stronger pick if you want the more powerful engine and the higher expert score. The Sorento counters with a lower average used price, more listings, and a slightly better deal share, so it may be the easier one to shop if budget and selection matter most.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.