From the model year 2001 to 2023 the Hyundai Santa Fe has various engines with either a timing belt or a timing chain. However, all of its engines are interference.
Scroll down to see specific data for your model year below.
The timing belt (or chain) maintains the proper synchronization between the various engine components in a combustion engine.
If the belt or chain stretches or breaks, it can lead to catastrophic engine damage.
Timing belts have a recommended replacement interval, while timing chains are generally rated for the engines lifetime, although they need to be inspected occasionally.
| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1.6L (Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi Hybrid) 225 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2023 | 2.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo (Smartstream G2.5 T-GDI) 281 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2023 | 2.5L 4 Cyl. (Smartstream G2.5 GDi) 191 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2022 | 1.6L (Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi Hybrid) 225 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2022 | 2.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo (Smartstream G2.5 T-GDI) 281 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2022 | 2.5L 4 Cyl. (Smartstream G2.5 GDi) 191 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2021 | 1.6L (Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi Hybrid) 225 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2021 | 2.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo (Smartstream G2.5 T-GDI) 281 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2021 | 2.5L 4 Cyl. (Smartstream G2.5 GDi) 191 hp | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2020 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 235 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2019 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 235 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2018 | 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2018 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 235 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2017 | 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2017 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2016 | 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2016 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2015 | 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2015 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2014 | 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2014 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2014 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2013 | 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2013 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2013 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2012 | 3.5L V6 276 hp (Lambda II 3.5 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2012 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2011 | 3.5L V6 276 hp (Lambda II 3.5 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2011 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2010 | 3.5L V6 276 hp (Lambda II 3.5 MPI) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2010 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2009 | 3.3L V6 242 hp (Lambda) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2009 | 2.7L V6 185 hp (Mu) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2008 | 3.3L V6 242 hp (Lambda) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2008 | 2.7L V6 185 hp (Mu) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2007 | 3.3L V6 242 hp (Lambda) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2007 | 2.7L V6 185 hp (Mu) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2006 | 3.5L V6 200 hp (Sigma) | Timing Belt | Interference | 97.5k miles |
| 2006 | 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2006 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2005 | 3.5L V6 200 hp (Sigma) | Timing Belt | Interference | 97.5k miles |
| 2005 | 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2005 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2004 | 3.5L V6 200 hp (Sigma) | Timing Belt | Interference | 97.5k miles |
| 2004 | 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2004 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2003 | 3.5L V6 200 hp (Sigma) | Timing Belt | Interference | 97.5k miles |
| 2003 | 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2003 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2002 | 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2002 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2001 | 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
| 2001 | 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k miles |
TimingBeltInfo.com is a website designed to quickly find the timing belt (or chain) information for your vehicle.
Understanding the timing system in your vehicle or a possible purchase can save you money and headaches in the long run.
When in doubt, always consult with a professional mechanic.
Also, you can consult the vehicle's owner's manual.