Hyundai Thailand is strengthening its premium family SUV lineup with the new HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID INSPIRATION HTRAC 2026, a new top grade for the three-row six-seat crossover SUV.
The key upgrade is HTRAC All-Wheel Drive paired with the full-hybrid powertrain, giving the SANTA FE better road grip, control stability and confidence in wet weather and weekend-family use.
HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID 2026 prices
- HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID INSPIRATION HTRAC: 1,799,000 baht, new all-wheel-drive grade
- HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID PRESTIGE: 1,749,000 baht, front-wheel drive
- HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID EXCLUSIVE: 1,599,000 baht, front-wheel drive
The INSPIRATION HTRAC grade costs only 50,000 baht more than PRESTIGE and is now open for booking and initial delivery at Hyundai showrooms nationwide.
Exterior colors and design
INSPIRATION offers four exterior colors: new Stormy Sea blue, Beach Sand, Pearl White and Space Black. The cabin adds a new Peacan Brown interior tone to create a warmer premium-SUV atmosphere.
The design keeps the SANTA FE’s boxy identity with H-shaped LED front and rear lighting, 20-inch wheels with 255/45 R20 tires, a panoramic sunroof and rear cargo capacity of up to 1,949 liters with the second and third rows folded.
Six-seat cabin and technology
The cabin uses a three-row six-seat 2+2+2 layout. The front seats are power-adjustable with ventilation, heating and two driver memory positions. The second-row Captain Seats are power-adjustable and include Relaxation Comfort Seat functionality.
The dashboard uses a Panoramic Curved Display combining a 12.3-inch digital cluster and a 12.3-inch center touchscreen, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Equipment also includes a BOSE Premium Sound System with 12 speakers and a 50-watt wireless charger.
Hybrid powertrain and HTRAC
The parallel-hybrid system uses a 1.6-liter Smartstream turbocharged gasoline engine producing 180 hp and 265 Nm, paired with an electric motor for a combined 232 hp and 367 Nm. Power is sent through a 6-speed automatic transmission.
HTRAC All-Wheel Drive evaluates road grip, throttle input and steering angle to distribute torque between the front and rear wheels in real time. Drive modes include Eco, Sport and My Drive, while Multi Terrain Mode adds Snow, Mud and Sand settings.
Average fuel consumption is listed at 17.2 km/liter. Suspension uses MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link rear setup for a balance of comfort and stability.
Hyundai SmartSense safety
The INSPIRATION HTRAC grade includes six airbags and 13 Hyundai SmartSense systems, including Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Assist and Driver Attention Alert.
Bangkok Motorhaus Perspective
Adding the HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID INSPIRATION HTRAC 2026 is a smart move because the price rises only 50,000 baht from PRESTIGE, while buyers gain HTRAC all-wheel drive, new colors and a stronger premium equipment package.
The important message is that all-wheel drive is not only for off-road driving. In this SANTA FE, HTRAC works as everyday active safety, helping a tall family SUV manage wet roads, corners and traction demands more confidently with the 232 hp hybrid system.
The second-row Captain Seats and Peacan Brown cabin also give the model a strong passenger-comfort angle. The challenge is selling a hybrid SUV near 1.8 million baht when buyers can also consider powerful EVs and diesel PPVs, but the INSPIRATION HTRAC package has enough distinction through its boxy design, AWD system and 17.2 km/liter efficiency.
