How much can the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe tow?
The 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe tows up to 4,500 lb when properly equipped (XRT, 2.5L I4 277 hp, AWD). Ratings run from 2,000 lb to 4,500 lb depending on trim, engine and drive; half of the configurations are rated 3,500 lb or more.
Maximum towing
4,500 lb
best-equipped version
Typical rating
3,500 lb
median configuration
What can the Santa Fe tow?
Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (4,500 lb) and the lowest-rated (2,000 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.
| Trailer | Weight | Best-equipped | Lowest-rated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet ski on a trailer | ~1,000 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Small utility trailer, loaded | ~1,500 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Teardrop camper | ~1,800 lb | Comfortable | Near the limit |
| Pop-up camper | ~3,000 lb | Comfortable | Over the rating |
| Bass boat and trailer | ~3,500 lb | Comfortable | Over the rating |
| Small travel trailer (20 ft) | ~5,000 lb | Over the rating | Over the rating |
Check your own trailer weight against every Santa Fe configuration
Santa Fe towing capacity by configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tows | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XRT | 2.5L I4 277 hp | AWD | 4,500 lb | – |
| Calligraphy | 2.5L I4 277 hp | FWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| Calligraphy | 2.5L I4 277 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| Limited | 2.5L I4 277 hp | FWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| Limited | 2.5L I4 277 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| SE | 2.5L I4 277 hp | FWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| SE | 2.5L I4 277 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| SEL | 2.5L I4 277 hp | FWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| SEL | 2.5L I4 277 hp | AWD | 3,500 lb | – |
| Calligraphy Hybrid | 1.6L I4 hybrid 231 hp | FWD | 2,000 lb | – |
| Calligraphy Hybrid | 1.6L I4 hybrid 231 hp | AWD | 2,000 lb | – |
| Limited Hybrid | 1.6L I4 hybrid 231 hp | FWD | 2,000 lb | – |
| Limited Hybrid | 1.6L I4 hybrid 231 hp | AWD | 2,000 lb | – |
| SE Hybrid | 1.6L I4 hybrid 231 hp | FWD | 2,000 lb | – |
| SE Hybrid | 1.6L I4 hybrid 231 hp | AWD | 2,000 lb | – |
| SEL Hybrid | 1.6L I4 hybrid 231 hp | FWD | 2,000 lb | – |
| SEL Hybrid | 1.6L I4 hybrid 231 hp | AWD | 2,000 lb | – |
2027 model year, manufacturer ratings. Maximum figures usually need the factory tow package and the right hitch; the trailer's tongue weight, passengers and cargo all count against payload. Always check the label on the door jamb and your owner's manual.
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