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2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Towing Capacity

The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe tows up to 4,500 lb. The exact figure depends on engine, cab, drive and axle ratio; the lowest-rated setup tows 2,000 lb.

3 configurations from the manufacturer's guide.

Ratings on this page last changed .

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Highest rated2026 · Santa Fe

4,500lb trailer

XRT, 2.5T

GCWR
Axle
Hitch
Class III
Source: 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Features and Specifications, p. 21

Every 2026 Santa Fe configuration

TrimEngineDriveTow pkgMax trailer (lb)Hitch
XRT2.5Tnot stated4,5002026 Hyundai Santa Fe Features and Specifications, p. 21 · 18 Sep 2026Class III
2.5Tnot stated3,5002026 Hyundai Santa Fe Features and Specifications, p. 21 · 18 Sep 2026Class II
1.6T HEVnot stated2,0002026 Hyundai Santa Fe Features and Specifications, p. 21 · 18 Sep 2026Class I

Safety: Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle. Your vehicle's certification label (driver's door jamb) and owner's manual override this site.

Can the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe tow it?

Enter the loaded trailer weight. Tongue weight is assumed at 13% for the payload check; passengers and cargo are not included — use the full calculator for those.

Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.

Towing setup for the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

What to fit, in order · sized to its 4,500 lb rating

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  1. Class III receiver hitchEssential

    2026 Hyundai Santa Fe is rated to 4,500 lb, which falls in Class III (up to 8,000 lb).

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  2. Ball mountEssential

    Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.

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  3. 7-pin wiring harnessEssential

    A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.

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    Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.

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Links open a search filtered to this vehicle. Confirm fit with the seller before buying; the manufacturer's rating and your door-jamb label still set the limit.

Frequently asked

How much can a 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe tow?
The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe tows up to 4,500 lb when equipped as XRT, 2.5T (2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Features and Specifications, page 21, retrieved 18 Sep 2026).
What is the lowest rated 2026 Santa Fe configuration?
2,000 lb for the 1.6T HEV. Every configuration is listed in the table with its source.
Do I need a weight-distribution hitch?
Where the manufacturer does not state a threshold, the usual rule is a weight-distribution hitch when the trailer exceeds half the vehicle's curb weight. Use the widget below or the towing calculator.