# Hyundai Santa Fe 2013–2018 Maintenance Schedule & Cost to Maintain

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> What routine maintenance costs on the 2013–2018 Hyundai Santa Fe, by mileage interval: what's due, why, independent-shop cost ranges, and which jobs are realistic DIY.

Case file · HYUNDAI-SANTA-FE-2013-2018 · Cost ledger

# Hyundai Santa Fe 2013–2018 · Maintenance schedule & cost to maintain

CarCaseFile editorial · filed 06-27-2026 · updated 09-23-2026

Scheduled service only, not the documented problems (those are on the [case file's problem list](https://carcasefile.com/vehicles/hyundai-santa-fe-2013-2018/#own), with their own cost calculator). Every interval and cost range below is sourced, not estimated.

Where the manufacturer publishes separate normal and severe-condition schedules, this ledger defaults to the **severe** interval and says so. That's not us padding the numbers: a manufacturer's own severe-duty list usually describes ordinary driving, things like short trips, stop-and-go traffic, extended idling, dust or road salt. But the list is written per manufacturer and sometimes per model year, and some are far narrower than others, so each item's "why" text names what *this* manufacturer actually wrote and gives the normal-schedule number alongside it. Read the item, not this paragraph.

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Track Hyundai Santa Fe 2013–2018

## What's due on MY 2013–2018 Hyundai Santa Fe right now?

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Cumulative cost

## What routine maintenance adds up to, by mileage

Running total of the independent-shop cost ranges below. Each bar is everything due by that point, added to everything before it.

Solid bar = low estimate, tint = high estimate. This is a routine-maintenance floor, not a total cost of ownership. Fuel, insurance, tires, and any of the documented problems above are separate. Items that recur more than once per interval under a severe-duty schedule (an air filter due every 5k, say) are counted here at one occurrence, not the full repeat total. The real cumulative spend for a high-mileage severe-duty driver runs higher than this chart shows.

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## 3,000 mi

### Engine oil and filter, 2.0T Sport (severe-schedule default: 3,000 mi or 3 months)

$85–$115 DIY-realistic

Hyundai's severe table sets 3,000 mi or 3 months for the 2.0T, if any one severe condition applies. Normal: the 2014 and 2017 books say 3,000 mi first, then every 5,000 mi or 6 months. The 2018 book says every 6,000 mi or 6 months. 5.28 qt (2014 book), 5.07 qt (2017-2018). No 2013, 2015 or 2016 Sport book was found.

On this generation

- Keep every oil receipt. Hyundai's book ties the warranty to receipts, and the Theta settlement's lifetime short-block warranty can ask for maintenance records when Hyundai suspects neglect. On a 2.0T or 2.4 Sport those receipts are what keeps a failed engine covered.

Sources: [Hyundai (2014 Sport manual)](https://www.dezosmanuals.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2014-Hyundai-Santa-Fe-Sport-OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2017 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2017/santa-fe-sport/2017_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe-sport/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [theoilchangeprices.com](https://theoilchangeprices.com/how-much-should-an-oil-change-really-cost/), [Hyundai Theta Engine Settlement](https://www.hma-thetasettlement.com/)

## 3,750 mi

### Engine oil and filter, 2.4 Sport and 3.3 V6 (severe-schedule default: 3,750 mi or 6 months)

$85–$115 DIY-realistic

Hyundai sets 7,500 mi or 12 months, and 3,750 mi or 6 months if ANY one severe condition applies: trips under 5 miles, idling, dusty or salted roads, traffic above 90F, hills, towing or a roof rack, stop-and-go. V6: 6.02 qt (2014-2018 books). 2.4: 5.28 qt (2014), 5.07 qt (2017-2018). Hyundai recommends 5W-30.

Sources: [Hyundai (2014 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2014/santa-fe/2014-SantaFe-Owners-Manual.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2014 Sport manual)](https://www.dezosmanuals.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2014-Hyundai-Santa-Fe-Sport-OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe-sport/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [theoilchangeprices.com](https://theoilchangeprices.com/how-much-should-an-oil-change-really-cost/)

## 7,500 mi

### Tire rotation (every 7,500 mi, all books read)

$49–$72 DIY-realistic

Rotate tire sits at every 7,500-mile row in all eight books read. On AWD cars Hyundai says to fit four tires of the same size and type, because torque always goes to all four wheels. Regular rotation keeps the four wearing alike.

### 12V battery (inspected every 7,500 mi, replace on a failed test)

$110–$289 DIY-realistic

Hyundai inspects battery condition at every 7,500-mile service and prints no replacement interval. RepairPal rows run $141-$158 for the 2013-2018 Santa Fe and $110-$289 for the 2013-2018 Sport. Group 124R per the parts card.

Parts for this job: Battery (BCI group).

Parts for this job

Battery (BCI group)

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Sources: [Hyundai (2018 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe-sport/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [RepairPal (Santa Fe rotation)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/tire-rotation-cost), [RepairPal (Sport rotation)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/tire-rotation-cost), [RepairPal (Santa Fe battery)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/battery-replacement-cost), [RepairPal (Sport battery)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/battery-replacement-cost)

## 15,000 mi

### Cabin (climate control) air filter

$72–$89 DIY-realistic

Hyundai replaces it every 15,000 mi in all eight books read. The severe table says more frequently on dusty or sandy roads, with no number. Fit the new filter with the arrow facing down, or airflow drops and it can make noise.

Parts for this job: Cabin air filter.

Parts for this job

Cabin air filter

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### Brake pads (inspected every 15,000 mi, replaced on wear)

$293–$462 DIY-realistic

Hyundai inspects front and rear pads, discs and calipers at every 15,000-mile row and gives no replacement mileage. On salted roads, hills or when towing, the severe table says inspect more often. RepairPal rows run $293-$462 across 2013-2018 Sport and Santa Fe.

Sources: [Hyundai (2018 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe-sport/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [RepairPal (Santa Fe cabin)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/cabin-air-filter-replacement-cost), [RepairPal (Sport cabin)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/cabin-air-filter-replacement-cost), [RepairPal (Santa Fe pads)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/brake-pad-replacement-cost), [RepairPal (Sport pads)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/brake-pad-replacement-cost)

## 30,000 mi

### Engine air filter (severe: sooner, no number)

$54–$71 DIY-realistic

Hyundai inspects it every 7,500 mi and replaces it at 30,000, 60,000, 90,000, 120,000 and 150,000 in all eight books read. On dusty, rough, unpaved or sandy roads the severe table says replace more frequently and prints no mileage, so act on what the 7,500-mile inspection finds.

Parts for this job: Engine air filter.

Parts for this job

Engine air filter

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Sources: [Hyundai (2018 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe-sport/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [RepairPal (Santa Fe filter)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/air-filter-replacement-cost), [RepairPal (Sport filter)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/air-filter-replacement-cost)

## 45,000 mi

### Spark plugs, 2.0T Sport (every 45,000 mi)

$286–$352 DIY-realistic

The 2.0T's iridium plugs are replaced at 45,000, 90,000 and 135,000 in the 2014, 2017 and 2018 Sport books, less than half the 2.4's 105,000. Severe use means more frequently, no number: idling or towing in the 2014 book, plus short trips, hills, commercial use and stop-and-go in 2017-2018.

Sources: [Hyundai (2014 Sport manual)](https://www.dezosmanuals.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2014-Hyundai-Santa-Fe-Sport-OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2017 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2017/santa-fe-sport/2017_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe-sport/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [RepairPal (Sport plugs)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/spark-plug-replacement-cost)

## 60,000 mi

### Automatic transmission fluid (severe-schedule default: every 60,000 mi)

$174–$217 Shop job

Normal duty: no check, no service. Severe: replace every 60,000 mi. Sport books: short trips, rough or dusty roads, sand, traffic above 90F, hills, commercial or tow-vehicle use. Santa Fe V6 books: short trips, idling, traffic above 90F, hills, towing or roof rack, commercial use, over 106 mph, stop-and-go. SP-IV fluid.

### Coolant, 2.4 and 2.0T Sport (first at 60,000 mi or 60 months, then every 30,000 mi or 24 months)

$347–$398 Shop job

Hyundai's 2014, 2017 and 2018 Sport books replace coolant first at 60,000 mi or 60 months, then every 30,000 mi or 24 months. The severe table has no coolant row, so severe use does not change it. The V6 Santa Fe runs a different clock (see 120,000 mi).

### Drive belt (inspected from 60,000 mi, replaced on cracks)

$106–$330 Shop job

Hyundai inspects the drive belt first at 60,000 mi or 72 months, then every 15,000 mi or 24 months, and replaces it only when it cracks or loses tension. RepairPal rows run $106-$165 for the 2013-2018 Santa Fe and $147-$330 for the 2013-2018 Sport.

Sources: [Hyundai (2018 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe-sport/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2014 Sport manual)](https://www.dezosmanuals.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2014-Hyundai-Santa-Fe-Sport-OM.pdf), [RepairPal (Santa Fe ATF)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/transmission-fluid-change-cost), [RepairPal (Sport ATF)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/transmission-fluid-change-cost), [RepairPal (Sport coolant)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/coolant-change-cost), [RepairPal (Santa Fe belt)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/serpentine-belt-replacement-cost), [RepairPal (Sport belt)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/serpentine-belt-replacement-cost)

## 100,000 mi

### Spark plugs, 3.3 V6 Santa Fe (every 100,000 mi or 10 years)

$289–$553 Shop job

Hyundai's 2014-2018 Santa Fe books replace the V6 plugs every 100,000 mi or 10 years, printed at the 97,500 service. Heavy idling or towing means more frequently, with no number. RepairPal's 2013-2018 rows run $289-$553.

Sources: [Hyundai (2014 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2014/santa-fe/2014-SantaFe-Owners-Manual.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_OM.pdf), [RepairPal (Santa Fe plugs)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/spark-plug-replacement-cost)

## 105,000 mi

### Spark plugs, 2.4 Sport (105,000 mi)

$286–$352 DIY-realistic

The 2014, 2017 and 2018 Sport books replace the 2.4's iridium plugs at 105,000 mi. Severe use means more frequently, no number. The 2.0T is on a 45,000-mile clock, so check which engine you have before paying for plugs.

Sources: [Hyundai (2014 Sport manual)](https://www.dezosmanuals.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2014-Hyundai-Santa-Fe-Sport-OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2017 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2017/santa-fe-sport/2017_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Sport manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe-sport/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_Sport_OM.pdf), [RepairPal (Sport plugs)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe-sport/spark-plug-replacement-cost)

## 120,000 mi

### Coolant, 3.3 V6 Santa Fe (first at 120,000 mi or 60 months, then every 30,000 mi or 24 months)

$406–$457 Shop job

Hyundai's 2014-2018 Santa Fe books replace V6 coolant first at 120,000 mi or 60 months, whichever comes first, then every 30,000 mi or 24 months. The book prints the first change at its 75,000-mile, 60-month row, so most cars hit the 5-year limit long before 120,000.

Sources: [Hyundai (2014 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2014/santa-fe/2014-SantaFe-Owners-Manual.pdf), [Hyundai (2018 Santa Fe manual)](https://owners.hyundaiusa.com/content/dam/hyundai/us/myhyundai/manuals/glovebox-manual/2018/santa-fe/2018_Hyundai_SantaFe_OM.pdf), [RepairPal (Santa Fe coolant)](https://repairpal.com/estimator/hyundai/santa-fe/coolant-change-cost)

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