2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Trim Level Breakdown for Indianapolis Drivers

Five Trims, One Midsize SUV Built for Every Indy Driveway

Hyundai kept the 2027 Santa Fe lineup at five trims. Each one fits a different kind of driver, from the value-minded SE up through the loaded Calligraphy.

• The 2027 Santa Fe starts at $35,300 for the SE and tops out at $47,850 for the Calligraphy, and every trim uses the same 277-horsepower turbo engine.
• Every trim seats up to seven people, and the XRT trades some tech for standard all-wheel drive and rugged looks.
• Indianapolis drivers heading out I-65 or I-70 for a weekend trip will find heated seats, a hands-free liftgate, and driver-assist tech on most of the lineup.

Hyundai keeps the same boxy look for 2027 that turned heads at launch. This year’s changes stay light. Five trims cover a wide range of budgets and needs. Every one shares the same 2.5-liter turbo engine, so the real gaps come down to drivetrain, seats, and tech. Front-wheel drive comes standard on four of the five trims. The XRT ships with HTRAC all-wheel drive built in. Shoppers will see the lineup run from a well-equipped SE near $35,300 up to a loaded Calligraphy near $47,850. Both prices come from Hyundai’s own site and exclude freight, tax, title, and license fees.

The 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Trim Level Breakdown by the Numbers

The chart below lines up all five trims side by side. Every spec comes from Hyundai’s official 2027 Santa Fe page.

The SE opens the lineup at $35,300 with an 18-inch wheel, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and stain-resistant cloth seats built for Indiana winters and the mud that comes with them. Seating tops out at seven across three rows. Step up to the SEL at $37,840 and the wheel size stays the same, but you trade the stain-resistant fabric for standard heated front seats, a nice swap for anyone starting the car cold on a January morning.

The XRT starts at $42,290 and swaps the standard setup for all-terrain tires, dark 18-inch wheels, a power tilt-and-slide sunroof, and taller ground clearance. It skips front-wheel drive altogether and comes with HTRAC all-wheel drive as the only option. Towing capacity climbs to 4,500 pounds with trailer brakes, a full 1,000 pounds more than the other four trims. That extra pull matters for anyone hauling a boat out to Geist Reservoir or Morse Reservoir on a summer weekend.

Limited buyers start at $44,850 and get a panoramic sunroof, cooled front seats, and a Bose 12-speaker sound system. You can even swap the standard bench for second-row captain’s chairs. Calligraphy sits at the top for $47,850 with Nappa leather, a 12-inch head-up display, a camera rearview mirror, and the fullest driver-assist package Hyundai builds for this SUV.

Ready for I-465, the Speedway, and Weekends Around Indianapolis

Indianapolis drivers put a Santa Fe through a lot in one year. Winter ice on I-465 calls for HTRAC all-wheel drive. Summer trips down I-65 toward Louisville or west on I-70 toward St. Louis ask for a quiet cabin and real cargo room. A trip to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway or White River State Park works better with seven seats and a power liftgate for the cooler and folding chairs. The Santa Fe holds up to 80 cubic feet of space with the back rows folded flat, plenty of room for a Colts tailgate or a haul from City Market downtown.

Matching a Santa Fe Trim to Your Indianapolis Routine

Commuters who stick to city streets and I-465 loops will find the SE or SEL covers the basics without stretching the budget. Families who tow a camper or drive through a Hoosier winter should look hard at the XRT. Buyers who want every option, from the head-up display to the memory driver seat, land best on the Limited or Calligraphy.

Find Your 2027 Santa Fe at Ray Skillman Hyundai West

At Ray Skillman Hyundai West, we keep new 2027 Santa Fe trims in stock and ready for a test drive around the west side of Indianapolis. Our sales team walks through every trim in person, so you can feel the difference between the SEL’s cloth seats and the Calligraphy’s Nappa leather before you decide. We also offer flexible financing for a wide range of budgets and credit histories, plus at-home test drives if a dealership visit doesn’t fit your week.

Common Questions From Santa Fe Shoppers

What is the starting price of the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2027 Santa Fe SE starts at $35,300 MSRP, before freight charges, tax, title, and license fees, according to Hyundai’s official pricing page.

How many trim levels does the 2027 Santa Fe offer?
The gas-powered 2027 Santa Fe comes in five trims: SE, SEL, XRT, Limited, and Calligraphy. Hyundai also sells a separate Santa Fe Hybrid with its own SEL and Limited trims.

Does the 2027 Santa Fe come with all-wheel drive?
Yes. HTRAC all-wheel drive is optional on the SE, SEL, Limited, and Calligraphy, and it comes standard on the XRT.

How much can the 2027 Santa Fe tow?
Towing capacity reaches 3,500 pounds with trailer brakes on most trims and climbs to 4,500 pounds on the XRT, per Hyundai’s official specs.

Is a hybrid version of the 2027 Santa Fe available?
Yes. Hyundai sells a 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid apart from the gas lineup, starting at $36,650 with a 231-horsepower hybrid powertrain.

What Santa Fe trim works best for Indianapolis winters?
The XRT’s standard HTRAC all-wheel drive and taller ground clearance make it a strong pick for Indianapolis winters and unpredictable Indiana weather.