2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Depreciation
A 5-year-old 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has lost about 39.5% of its roughly $28,800 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $20,108, with most listings between $16,221 and $22,990. Listed examples average 72,636 miles.
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $23,998 | 5 |
| 30k–50k mi | $22,551 | 26 |
| 50k–75k mi | $20,258 | 63 |
| 75k–100k mi | $18,450 | 41 |
| 100k–130k mi | $15,065 | 20 |
What's a Good Price for a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Great deal
Under $17,768
Typical
$17,768–$22,036
Overpriced
Above $22,036
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 158 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $17,768 and $22,036, with a median of $19,676.
Ownership & Condition
Across 158 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe listings.
Accident-free
67.9%
One-owner
50%
Avg owners
1.5
Personal use
75%
Certified (CPO)
1.3%
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
24 MPG
City / Hwy
22 / 27
Fuel / year
$2,550
Fuel
Regular
Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEL | Gasoline | $28,800 | $19,188 | 34.5% | 51 |
| SE | Gasoline | $27,000 | $20,245 | 35.5% | 9 |
| Limited | Gasoline | $38,750 | $21,878 | 44.3% | 27 |
| Calligraphy | Gasoline | $42,250 | $23,938 | 48.5% | 12 |
How the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Compares to Other Years
At 39.5% depreciation, the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2022 has lost 33.6% (around $21,685), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $1,577 more. The older 2020 sits at 48.4% (around $16,772), so dropping back a year saves about $3,336. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Known Issues & Complaints
159 NHTSA complaints, 7 recalls reported.
POWER TRAIN
49 complaintsMy check engine light came on, and my car was also feeling "sluggish" and slow to accelerate. I scheduled a service appointment at my local dealer 4 days later. At the appointment, the technician stated everything checked out okay and the c
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
29 complaintsOn March 17, 2026, the sunroof of our Hyundai Sante Fe 2021 exploded. The driver and two passengers were not hurt because the sunroof was closed and the liner in place when the explosion took place. The incident occurred on an open country
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
23 complaintsThe rearview backup camera system malfunctioned. The camera was replaced under a safety recall on my 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. Within four days of the recall repair, the camera continued to fail intermittently, displaying a blank/black screen
ENGINE
15 complaintsMy 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe (VIN [XXX] ) is experiencing severe engine instability, including rough idling, hesitation upon acceleration, and intermittent stalling. These symptoms align with TSB 26-FL-001H regarding defective GDI fuel injector
VISIBILITY
7 complaintsThe contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, a bystander noticed that the glass partition had shattered without impact. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the d
VISIBILITY/WIPER
6 complaintsMy 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe (VIN starting with 5NM) began experiencing a significant failure of the air conditioning system during its third year of ownership. The vehicle developed a persistent refrigerant leak that now requires annual rechar
Top Issues
- POWER TRAIN
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- ENGINE
- VISIBILITY
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 21V524000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between th
- !Recall 21V00M000 (VISIBILITY): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded t
- !Recall 21V185000 (AIR BAGS): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Santa Fe vehicles. The Occupant Detection System (ODS) module may not deactivate the air bag upon detection of a child res
- !Recall 21V308000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Santa Fe vehicles equipped with 2.5-litre Turbo engines. The fuel pipe connecting the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Listings
Real 2021 Santa Fe listings on the market now.
$20,590
2021 SE · Red
35,509 mi · Tampa, FL
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$22,590
2021 SEL · Silver
40,022 mi · Chicago, IL
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$23,590
2021 SEL · Gray
42,587 mi · Chicago, IL
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$21,990
2021 SEL · Gray
50,829 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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$19,990
2021 SE · Blue
59,718 mi · Columbus, OH
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$19,590
2021 SE · Black
60,535 mi · Buffalo, NY
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe worth?
A 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe is typically worth around $20,108, with most listings falling between $16,221 and $22,990. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 72,636 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe depreciated?
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has lost about 39.5% of its original $28,800 base MSRP — roughly $11,376 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2021 Santa Fe have?
Listed 2021 Santa Fes average about 72,636 miles, with most between 47,468 and 99,389. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe?
For a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe, anything under $17,768 is a strong deal, $17,768 to $22,036 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $22,036 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe are computed from 99 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.