2024 Hyundai Santa Fe dimensions and size guide
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe exterior dimensions
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is larger than the average crossover in every main exterior dimension. Its 483cm length is around 30cm, or 7%, greater, while its 190cm body is approximately 5cm, or 3%, wider. The extra length is likely to be the more noticeable difference when parking or checking garage space. At 178cm tall, it stands roughly 15cm, or 9%, above average, and its 281.5cm wheelbase is around 9cm longer than usual. Altogether, the Santa Fe occupies about 9.2m² of ground space, approximately 0.8m², or 9%, more than the typical crossover.
Measurements
Length
483 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm
Height
178 cm
Wheelbase
281.5 cm
Ground clearance
17.7 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width excluding mirrors.
9.2 m²
How the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe's exterior dimensions compare with the average Crossover
Length
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Height
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
DriveSize footprint score
DriveSize footprint score compares this car's footprint with the average footprint for the same class.
A score near 100% means it is close to class average size. Lower scores mean it sits further from that average, either smaller or larger.
91%
9% larger than the average Crossover
Fast facts
Fast facts
VDA everyday boot space is 41% above average
With all seven seats available, its 628-litre published VDA capacity is around 183 litres more than the crossover norm, providing considerably more room for extra passengers and everyday bags.
Three regional spaces provide comfortable access
It physically fits seven of the eight standard parking spaces used by DriveSize, with comfortable surrounding room in the space in China, USA/Canada and the Middle East.
Overall cargo efficiency is 3% above average
Taking both seats-up and maximum cargo capacity across VDA and SAE into account, the Santa Fe provides slightly more cargo space for its footprint than the average crossover.
There is seating for up to seven
The Santa Fe can carry two more passengers than an average five-seat crossover, while retaining an above-average VDA boot with every seat available.
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe front view
Cargo space & efficiency
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe cargo capacity and space efficiency
Under the VDA standard, the Santa Fe provides 628 litres with all seven seats available, around 183 litres, or 41%, more than the crossover average. Under VDA, maximum capacity reaches 1,949 litres, approximately 441 litres, or 29%, above average. The SAE figures tell a more varied story. Its 413-litre seats-up capacity is around 326 litres, or 44%, below average, while maximum SAE capacity is 2,254 litres, roughly 383 litres, or 20%, above the class norm. Allowing for both its seats-up and maximum cargo capacity, it provides about 119 litres per square metre under VDA, around 20% above average, and 115 litres per square metre under SAE, roughly 12% below average. Across both standards, its overall cargo efficiency is approximately 3% above the crossover norm.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
628 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,949 L
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
413 L
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,254 L
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
225.7 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
118.8 L per m²
How the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe's cargo space and efficiency compare with the average Crossover
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
183 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
441 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
326 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
383 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score (VDA)
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
120%
Above class average (+20%)
Parking
Will the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe fit in a standard parking space?
Across the regional parking results, the Santa Fe physically fits seven of the eight standard regional parking spaces used by DriveSize. Its greater-than-average length prevents a fit in the United Kingdom space, while the European Union, India, Japan and Australia results are tighter. China, USA/Canada and the Middle East provide a comfortable amount of surrounding room. In the tighter regions, the Santa Fe's extra length is likely to require more care when positioning it, with its slightly wider body also reducing door-opening space.
DriveSize parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 42.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
42.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33.5 cm
Usability
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe usability & manoeuvrability
Its 11.6m turning circle is around 0.4m, or 3%, wider than the crossover average. Together with a 281.5cm wheelbase that is roughly 9cm longer than usual, this means the Santa Fe needs a little more room than average for tight turns and low-speed manoeuvres. At 1,900kg, it is approximately 268kg, or 16%, heavier than the crossover norm. Ground clearance is 17.7cm, only around 0.4cm, or 2%, below average, making the space beneath the car effectively typical for the class.
Measurements
Doors
5
Max seats
7
Turning circle
11.6 m
Curb weight
1,900 kg
How the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe's usability and manoeuvrability compare with the average Crossover
Turning circle
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
268 kg heavier than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe rear view
DriveSize overview: 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Judging by its dimensions and capacities, the Hyundai Santa Fe may suit drivers who need up to seven seats and want generous cargo space when measured under VDA. Its everyday VDA boot is 41% above average, maximum VDA capacity is 29% higher and its combined cargo efficiency across both standards is slightly above the crossover norm.
The trade-off is a larger exterior. Its footprint is around 9% above average, it needs slightly more turning room and it does not physically fit the standard United Kingdom parking-space. Drivers regularly using tighter parking spaces may notice its additional length most.
The 2020 Toyota Highlander offers a useful comparison among larger crossovers, with similar length and maximum cargo capacity.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Hyundai documentation. All DriveSize comparisons are calculated from manufacturer-published specifications.