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The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe is a mid-size SUV that is manufactured by Hyundai Motor Co. The Hyundai Santa Fe was introduced in 2001. The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe’s main competitors include the Kia Sorento, Toyota Highlander, and Honda Pilot.
In this article, we will explore the towing capacity of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe.
How much can the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe tow?
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe has a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.
Please note, the towing capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s towing capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Payload Capacity
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe has a payload capacity of 1,488 pounds.
As with towing capacity, payload capacity will vary based on factors such as engine type, drivetrain and whether or not your vehicle is equipped with a towing package. If you are unsure of your vehicle’s payload capacity, please contact your local dealership for details.
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Tow Package
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe does not come standard with a tow package. However, one is available as an option. The towing package includes a trailer hitch and wiring harness.
If you plan on towing with your 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe, we recommend opting for the towing package to ensure your vehicle is properly equipped.
Towing Capacity By Engine and Drivetrain
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe comes with 3 available engine options. First is a 2.4L 4-Cylinder engine. Second is a 2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder engine. The third is a 3.3L V6 engine. Yes, the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe is available with all-wheel drive.
2.4L 4-Cylinder Engine Towing Capacity: 2,000 pounds
2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Engine Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
3.3L V6 Engine Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds
Towing Capacity By Configuration and Trim Level
The towing capacity of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe will vary based on certain factors like engine, drivetrain and trim level. We’ve broken out the maximum towing capacities by trim level below:
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Towing Capacity: 2,000 pounds
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Ultimate Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Ultimate 6-Passenger Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 7-Passenger Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate 7-Passenger Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds
Santa Fe Towing Capacity vs Competitors
The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe has a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds. Here is how the Hyundai Santa Fe stacks up against its main competitors:
2016 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
2016 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds
2016 Honda Pilot Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds
As you can see, the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe has a towing capacity that is on par with the Kia Sorento but falls behind the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander.
2016 Hyundai Towing Chart
| Model | Towing Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 2016 Hyundai Santa Cruz | 5,000 |
| 2016 Hyundai Palisade | 5,000 |
| 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe | 5,000 |
| 2016 Hyundai Tucson | 2,000 |
| 2016 Hyundai Kona | 1,500 |
| 2016 Hyundai Venue | 1,500 |