| Battery & Range | - Not applicable: diesel ICE, no traction battery
| - Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 2.2L CRDi turbo‑diesel engine, automatic transmission
- 4WD drivetrain with selectable drive modes
| - 2.5L petrol engine, displacement 2497cc
- GLS 4WD AT indicates four-wheel drive automatic transmission
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Wheelbase approx. 2,900 mm (Thailand brochure, India-spec reference)[3]
- Ground clearance approx. 196 mm (Thailand brochure, India-spec reference)[3]
| - Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Dimensions | - Overall length: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
- Overall width: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
- Overall height: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
- Seating: 7/8‑seater three‑row SUV
| - Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Cargo | - Power tailgate with height adjustment
- Boot volume figures: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
- Split‑folding rear seats for extended cargo
| - Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Comfort & Interior | - Premium leather upholstery with three‑row seating
- Ventilated and heated front seats
- Multi‑zone automatic climate control
- Electric adjustment for front seats
- Rear sunshades for second‑row comfort
| - Marketed as offering brilliant daily comfort and presence
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Large central touchscreen infotainment system
- Apple CarPlay / Android Auto support
- Digital instrument cluster for driver information
- Smart key with push‑button start
- Surround view or multiple camera parking aids
| - Described as ensuring brilliant moments every day, implying modern convenience features
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| Safety | - Multiple airbags including side and curtain
- ABS with EBD and stability control systems
- Hill‑start assist and downhill brake control
- Advanced driver assistance features: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
| - Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Design & Exterior | - Bold parametric grille with LED headlamps
- Distinctive vertical LED DRLs
- Machine‑cut alloy wheels, large diameter SUV stance
- Roof rails and chrome exterior accents
| - Described as having a perfectly balanced stance for strong road presence
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| Sales & Imports | - Officially imported and sold by Laxmi Hyundai
- Listed price MRP effective 12 March 2026
- Single GLS 4WD AT diesel variant currently on price list
- Import volumes: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
| - Listed as SANTA FE GLS 4WD AT in official Nepal price list w.e.f. 12 March 2026
- MRP on-road price NPR 18,996,000 as per official price list
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Positioned as flagship Hyundai SUV in Nepal
- High MRP targets premium full‑size SUV segment
- Value depends on desire for luxury and size
| - Positioned as a premium flagship Hyundai SUV in Nepal
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| Pros | - Luxurious, feature‑rich three‑row cabin
- 4WD capability for varied Nepali terrain
- Strong diesel engine suited for highway cruising
- Flagship image enhances brand prestige
| - Official 4WD AT flagship SUV from Hyundai Nepal
- Strong road presence with balanced stance design
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| Cons | - Very high on‑road price limits accessibility
- Large size may be difficult in tight city streets
- Fuel economy likely lower than smaller SUVs
- Detailed specs and ADAS not clearly marketed
| - Key detailed specs not openly listed on Nepal site
- Single officially listed variant limits customer choice
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