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Hyundai Santa Fe MX5

Headline trim: 1.6 T-GDi PHEV — 252 bhp combined, 0-62 in 8.8s.

Hyundai Santa Fe MX5 press photo
Verdict
A
BHP
252 bhp
0–60
8.8 s
Top speed
117 mph
MPG
176.0 mpg
Used
£42,000-£62,000

Strengths

  • Distinctive angular styling
  • Best cabin Hyundai has ever made
  • Properly usable seven seats

Weaknesses

  • Touch-heavy controls
  • PHEV range modest
  • No diesel

Notable tech

  • N3 platform update
  • 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid / PHEV
  • 6AT
  • Twin curved 12.3-inch displays
  • Powered third row standard
  • PHEV battery 13.8 kWh, ~33 miles EV

Common issues

  • Software updates at launch
  • Boot rattle early cars
  • Some interior plastics

Engine derivatives

UK trims and engines offered across MX5's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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1.6 T-GDi Hybrid
BHP212
Torque367 Nm
0–609.0 s
Top116 mph
MPG40 mpg
DriveFWD / AWD
Gearbox6AT
1.6 T-GDi PHEV
BHP252
Torque367 Nm
0–608.8 s
Top117 mph
MPG176 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6AT