Used Hyundai Santa Fe Sport for Sale nearSanta Maria, CA

How much does the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport cost in today's market?

Used Hyundai Santa Fe Sport prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport's current nationwide average price is $10,792, and over the past year that average reached a low of $10,792. Recently, prices have come down for the 2016, 2017, and 2018 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport a good car?

Yes — the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport earns strong marks from owners across the lineup.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.59/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the comfortable interior, roomy cargo area, and smooth driving experience. They also highlight the available turbo engine, all-wheel drive, and the range of amenities that make the SUV feel well equipped for everyday use.

Expert reviews rate the 2017 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out in recent expert coverage center on higher noise levels, a busy cabin presentation, and a ride that prioritizes secure, trustworthy driving dynamics over excitement.

31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Hyundai Santa Fe Sport models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport as comfortable, practical, and well equipped, and expert coverage reinforces that it delivers a secure, trustworthy driving experience. The model’s value, space, and everyday usability come through again and again in the feedback.

• Owners rate the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport between 3.86 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination points to a model that can serve well over time when you choose a well-kept example with a clean history.

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

Across all model years, at 60% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, automatic high-beam headlights, dynamic headlights, and a multi-view camera system
• Infotainment: 8-inch touchscreen display with Android Auto smartphone projection capability
• Fuel efficiency: 21.5 mpg on my test loop, falling short of the EPA’s estimate of 23 mpg in combined driving

Which Hyundai Santa Fe Sport trim should I buy?

The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport offers these trims:

• Santa Fe Sport: The base 2-row, 5-passenger model gives you the 185-horsepower, 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine and is the starting point for shoppers who want the Santa Fe Sport’s comfort, space, and value.
• Santa Fe Sport 2.0T: This trim adds the turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, making it the best-value choice if you want stronger acceleration and a more energetic driving feel.
• Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Ultimate: This top version adds nearly all the options, including the most fully equipped presentation in the lineup, and suits you if you want the most upscale Santa Fe Sport experience.

What Hyundai Santa Fe Sport do most buyers choose?

The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport years with the most listings are 2017, 2018, and 2016.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually give you more inventory to compare, more pricing spread, and a better chance of finding the right combination of mileage, condition, and equipment.

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

The table shows broad downward movement across the lineup, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. Several years have seen double-digit or near-double-digit drops, so you may find stronger value than you would have a year ago. The smallest changes are concentrated in the years that have held up best relative to the rest of the lineup.

The 2014, 2018, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport safe?

• 2017: 10/10

The 2017 model includes a driver-assistance and collision-avoidance suite with forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, automatic high-beam headlights, dynamic headlights, and a multi-view camera system.

For the safest used buy, the 2017 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Hyundai Santa Fe Sport now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2017 model is at −10.47% versus a year ago, and the 2016 model is at −9.56%.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 31.7% good and great deals, and the 2016 model has 32.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $11,393. The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport offers a comfortable interior, roomy cargo space, and a well-rounded everyday character that makes it easy to live with.

If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.