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HYUNDAI SANTA FE (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,459 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

3,459

Avg Mileage

52,064 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.

At 6 years old, 90% of HYUNDAI SANTA FEs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,459 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 52,064 miles.

How does the 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars350th out of 649(top 54%)
Rank among all HYUNDAI models157th out of 417(top 38%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+1% (89% avg)
vs HYUNDAI average+7% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE has 52,064 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a HYUNDAI SANTA FE?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 61%. The 2018 sits between the two at 90%.

How much does a 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 2000cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

HYUNDAI SANTA FE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202189%1,00229,234 mi
202094%1,27935,189 mi
201989%2,28543,694 mi
201890%3,45952,064 mi
201788%4,59561,527 mi
201686%7,90767,815 mi
201585%5,70476,900 mi
201479%4,99288,159 mi
201376%2,96395,138 mi
201274%6,090103,389 mi
201172%6,616113,847 mi
201072%6,348118,050 mi
200973%1,368112,515 mi
200872%1,527121,485 mi
200772%2,446126,098 mi
200669%2,452115,781 mi
200569%1,436122,489 mi
200470%1,054119,124 mi
200368%620117,994 mi
200269%254114,308 mi
200161%13899,758 mi

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About the 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

The 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE is a family car with a 2000cc diesel engine. 3,459 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 52,064 miles at 6 years old, HYUNDAI SANTA FE owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE Fuel Costs

The 2000cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

HYUNDAI SANTA FE Reliability Trend

Newer HYUNDAI SANTA FEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

At 6 years old, the HYUNDAI SANTA FE offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 94%.

Alternatives to the 2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: