Used 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe for Sale nearManchester, NH

Compare 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Trims

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to more luxurious models, catering to various needs and preferences.

• Starting at $21,203
• Best MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 28 hwy
• Most Popular: SEL AWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

SE FWD — "Who It's For"

The SE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly SUV without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $21,203 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 487 listings
• View SE FWD listings

SEL FWD — "Who It's For"

The SEL FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped SUV without going for the top trims.

• Avg. market price: $22,708 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 1,696 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View SEL FWD listings

SEL AWD — "Who It's For"

The SEL AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive capability without a hefty price tag.

• Avg. market price: $24,226 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 2,474 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View SEL AWD listings

XRT AWD — "Who It's For"

The XRT AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a rugged look and all-wheel drive without breaking the bank.

• Avg. market price: $24,708 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 581 listings
• View XRT AWD listings

Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features without the all-wheel drive.

• Avg. market price: $25,877 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 477 listings
• View Limited FWD listings

Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty luxury SUV with all-wheel drive.

• Avg. market price: $27,177 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 716 listings
• View Limited AWD listings

Calligraphy FWD — "Who It's For"

The Calligraphy FWD is the pick for shoppers who want top-tier luxury without the AWD premium.

• Avg. market price: $27,814 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 506 listings
• View Calligraphy FWD listings

Calligraphy AWD — "Who It's For"

The Calligraphy AWD is the pick for shoppers who want the ultimate luxury experience with all-wheel drive.

• Avg. market price: $28,961 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 885 listings
• View Calligraphy AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — SEL AWD

With 2,474 active listings, the SEL AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse SEL AWD listings

Best Budget Option — SE FWD

At $21,203 avg market price — below the lineup median of $25,292 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse SE FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — SE FWD

The SE FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 25/28 MPG.

Browse SE FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe cost?

Prices are up 2.58% year-over-year — a sign of continued demand for this model year.

There are 5,249 listings available, which suggests healthy inventory for shoppers comparing prices and trims.

Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?

Yes — the 4.88/5 user rating points to strong owner satisfaction, and the expert rating is 8.17/10. The standout strength is Cost effectiveness at 10/10.

Drivers consistently praise its comfort, advanced features, and value. The user feedback also highlights its luxury-SUV feel, especially the technology and safety equipment, along with a smooth driving experience. On the downside, the expert notes that the base engine is underwhelming and that there is no N-Line performance variant.

For you, that means the Santa Fe makes the most sense if you want a practical midsize two-row SUV that leans into value, standard safety, and easy-to-use tech rather than sporty character. Good and great deals account for 34.7% of listings, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

Owners rate it 4.88/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. User feedback also points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience for many drivers, with praise for comfort and the kind of long-term usability shoppers want in a family SUV.

The expert notes that Hyundai backs the Santa Fe with an industry-leading warranty, and the cost-effectiveness coverage also includes complimentary maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles. That combination helps reduce early ownership stress and supports confidence in the vehicle’s durability.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is making sure the specific vehicle has been maintained properly, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper history review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re looking at an AWD model or a higher-trim vehicle with more equipment to evaluate. Focus on overall condition, signs of wear, and whether the features you care about are working as expected.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The SE is the most basic version, with an 8-inch touchscreen and a simpler instrument display, while higher trims add more upscale cabin materials and more visual polish. The Limited and Calligraphy stand out with a larger digital cluster, and the projector-type headlights on those trims are rated more favorably than the reflector-style units on lower trims.
• Powertrain: The standard 2.5-liter engine makes 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque in SE, SEL, and XRT trims, while the Limited and Calligraphy use a turbocharged version with 281 hp and 311 pound-feet. The turbo setup is the stronger choice if you want quicker acceleration and more passing power.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction-turning detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, driver monitoring, a safe-exit system, and a rear-seat reminder system. Highway Driving Assist comes standard on SEL and above.
• Infotainment: The base SE uses an 8-inch display audio system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, HD Radio, Bluetooth, and two USB ports. Other trims get a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation and traffic information, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, satellite radio, voice recognition, wireless device charging, digital key, and Bluelink connected services.
• Fuel efficiency: The non-turbo FWD model returns 26 mpg combined, while the AWD version gets 24 mpg combined. The turbo FWD version delivers 25 mpg combined, and the turbo AWD version gets 24 mpg combined.

Which 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe trim should I buy?

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe is offered in 5 trim levels: SE, SEL, XRT, Limited, and Calligraphy.

Here's the short version:

• SE: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core Santa Fe formula at the lowest price. You get the standard safety suite, wireless smartphone integration, and the value-focused setup that makes this model appealing in the first place.
• SEL: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers. It adds heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, a larger touchscreen with navigation, wireless device charging, a proximity key, and push-button start, making it the sweet spot for everyday comfort and convenience.
• XRT: This trim is for you if you want a more rugged look and extra visual distinction. It adds dark-finish exterior details, black roof rails, unique side moldings and steps, dark alloy wheels, and H-Tex seating surfaces.
• Limited: This is the trim to choose if you want the strongest blend of performance and premium features. It brings the turbocharged engine, leather seats, a 12.3-inch digital cluster, a heated steering wheel, Harman Kardon audio, cooled front seats, heated rear seats, and a panoramic sunroof.
• Calligraphy: This is the most upscale version, with premium-finish styling, 20-inch wheels, ambient lighting, quilted Nappa leather, a head-up display, premium side sill plates, and a hands-free smart liftgate with auto open.

Highway Driving Assist comes standard on SEL and above, so that trim and up are the ones to target if you want more advanced driver-assistance support.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe?

This is a moderate market, so you can shop selectively without expecting a deep bargain on every listing.

• Deal availability: 34.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 5,249 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices are up 2.58% year-over-year.
• Clean inventory: 89.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $23,345, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe's resale value?

The current average of $24,836 sits slightly above last year's $24,211.

That upward move suggests the Santa Fe has held demand well enough to support pricing. For a future seller, that’s a positive sign: if the market continues to value this model year’s mix of standard safety, technology, and utility, you may have a better chance of preserving value than with a weaker-demand SUV.

The fact that prices are already above last year’s average also suggests buyers are still willing to pay for the Santa Fe’s feature set. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.88/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe safe?

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe received the highest-possible five-star overall rating from NHTSA, and IIHS gave it Top Safety Pick+ recognition.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction-turning detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, driver monitoring, a safe-exit system, and a rear-seat reminder system. Highway Driving Assist comes standard on SEL and above.

The main caveat is that the projector-type headlights on the Limited and Calligraphy trims are rated more favorably than the reflector-type units on lower trims, so trim choice can affect how much safety hardware you get.

Should I buy a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 34.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices are up 2.58% year-over-year.
• Owners rate it 4.88/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the value-focused, safety-heavy formula while adding a small horsepower bump for the base engine.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $21,701, the 2022 costs less than the current year's $24,836 average.
• It adds a new XRT trim and expands safety features to the SE later in the year.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $31,335, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $24,836 average.
• It brings a full redesign with a bolder look, standard third-row seats, and more premium amenities.

The bottom line: If you want the best balance of price, standard safety, and familiar packaging, the 2023 is the sensible pick. If you’re shopping strictly on price, the 2022 is the better value play. If you want the redesign and can spend more, the 2024 is the upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.