EngineCritical
Theta II 2.0T/2.4 GDI rod-bearing failure / seizure.
Major mechanical repair£800–£2,500
Inspect · Listen for engine knock and confirm any engine replacement or recall/warranty work.
2013–2018 Hyundai Santa Fe · common fault repair costs
What the known faults on this Hyundai Santa Fe typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.
Cost at a glance
- Most expensive fault
- £800–£2,500
- Top three risks, from
- £1,150
- Worst case, everything
- £4,800
The single priciest documented job on the 2013–2018 Hyundai Santa Fe is major mechanical repair at £800–£2,500. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £1,330–£4,800 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.
Cost per fault
BrakesMedium
Brake wear and ABS faults.
Brakes (discs, pads, caliper)£200–£800
Inspect · Test braking and scan for ABS codes.
BodyLow
Panoramic roof rattles / leaks.
Water-ingress trace & seal£150–£800
Inspect · Test the roof and check for stains.
EngineHigh
Oil consumption on GDI engines.
Oil leak trace & seal / gasket£180–£700
Inspect · Check oil level and consumption history.
Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.
Inspecting a Hyundai Santa Fe this week?
Build a tickable checklist for the exact car in front of you, record faults with photos, and hand the buyer a report.