Used 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe for Sale nearAjax, ON

How much does the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe cost?

Prices have softened 13.67% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 409 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe earns a 4.88/5 user rating and an 8.17/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Cost effectiveness at 10/10.

Drivers consistently praise its comfort, advanced features, and strong value, and many also like the luxury-SUV feel created by the technology and safety equipment. The review summary also points to a smooth, enjoyable driving experience, with positive feedback around the AWD models.

The trade-offs are straightforward: the base engine is underwhelming, and there is no N-Line performance variant. That makes it a better fit if you want a practical, well-equipped SUV than if you are chasing a sportier personality.

For a midsize two-row crossover SUV that carries over nearly unchanged for 2023, it suits you best if you want everyday usefulness, standard safety tech, and strong value rather than a major redesign or performance focus. Good and great deals account for 32.8% of listings, which is a healthy share of the market.

Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

Owners rate it 4.88/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The user review summary points to a vehicle that feels dependable in daily use, with drivers highlighting comfort, value, and a generally trouble-free ownership experience. It also suggests many owners feel confident counting on it for regular commuting and family duty.

The expert drive notes reinforce that impression by describing the Santa Fe as smooth and composed, with no low-speed dual-clutch clunkiness showing up during testing. Hyundai also includes a five-year, 100,000-kilometre comprehensive warranty with unlimited roadside assistance for the same period, which helps reduce early ownership risk.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that some owners have raised concerns about engine reliability, so service history matters.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Preferred trim is the value starting point, while the Urban adds the turbocharged engine and more comfort equipment. The Luxury trim is hybrid or plug-in hybrid only, and the Ultimate Calligraphy brings the most upscale cabin and the strongest feature set.
• Powertrain: You get a 2.5-litre engine either naturally aspirated or turbocharged. The base engine makes 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque, while the turbo version increases output to 281 hp and 311 pound-feet and pairs with an eight-speed wet dual-clutch automatic.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction-turning detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centring assist, driver monitoring, safe-exit assist, and a rear-seat reminder system. Highway Driving Assist comes standard on Ultimate Calligraphy.
• Infotainment: All trims get a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation and traffic information, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, SiriusXM satellite radio, BlueLink connected services, voice recognition, and dual front and rear USB ports. Wireless device charging is reserved for the top two trims, and Ultimate Calligraphy adds a 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.
• Fuel efficiency: The non-turbo model returns 9.9 L/100 km combined, while the turbo engine is rated at 10.0 L/100 km combined. In testing, the Ultimate Calligraphy averaged 10.3 L/100 km.

Which 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe trim should I buy?

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe is offered in 4 trim levels: Preferred, Urban, Luxury, and Ultimate Calligraphy.

Here's the short version:

• Preferred: This is the best-value starting point if you want the Santa Fe’s core strengths without stretching the budget. You still get AWD, heated front seats, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and a strong safety list, so it covers the essentials well.
• Urban: Choose this if you want the turbocharged engine and a more upscale feel without jumping all the way to the top trim. It adds leatherette seating surfaces, a power-adjustable passenger seat, and 19-inch alloy wheels.
• Luxury: This trim is the step up for buyers who want the more premium cabin experience, including the fully digital instrument cluster and proximity-activated smart liftgate. It is also the hybrid or plug-in hybrid-only trim in Canada.
• Ultimate Calligraphy: This is the most luxurious choice, with Nappa leather seats, 20-inch alloy wheels, a surround-view camera, blind view monitor system, and the strongest tech and comfort mix.

The safety package is especially generous across the range, with Highway Driving Assist standard on Ultimate Calligraphy.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile options.

• Deal availability: 32.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 409 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.67% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $30,262 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe's resale value?

The current average of $30,262 CAD sits slightly below last year's $35,054 CAD.

That price movement suggests the Santa Fe has become more accessible for used buyers, which can make it harder for a future seller to command a premium unless the vehicle is especially well equipped or exceptionally clean. The current market also shows that shoppers have more room to compare listings, which can keep resale pressure on average examples.

For owners, that means condition, trim, and service history will matter more when it is time to sell. Well-kept higher trims should still stand out, but the broader market is clearly softer than it was a year ago.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.88/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe safe?

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe received the highest-possible five-star overall rating from NHTSA and Top Safety Pick+ recognition from IIHS.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment is extensive, including forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction-turning detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centring assist, driver monitoring, safe-exit assist, and a rear-seat reminder system. Highway Driving Assist comes standard on Ultimate Calligraphy.

One caveat is that IIHS preferred the projector-type headlights in Ultimate Calligraphy over the reflector-type units in lower trims, so lighting performance is one area where trim choice matters.

Should I buy a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 32.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.67% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.88/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the same value-focused formula, with standard safety tech and only minor equipment changes for the year.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $41,958 CAD, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $30,262 CAD average.
• It brings a full redesign with a bolder look and standard third-row seating.

The bottom line: If you want the better value and a proven package, the 2023 is the smarter buy. If you want the newer design and can spend more, the 2024 is the more ambitious choice. For price-sensitive buyers, the 2023 offers the stronger case right now.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.