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Hyundai Santa Fe Timing Belt Or Chain? (2001 - 2023)
From 2010 to 2023 all Hyundai Santa Fe models have timing chains and interference engines.
From 2001 to 2009 the 3.3L Santa Fe has a timing chain and interference engine while the 2.4L, 2.7L and 3.5L have timing belts and interference engines.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Hyundai Santa Fe.
| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 - 2023 | 2.0L, 2.4L, 3.3L, 3.5L | timing chain | interference |
| 2007 - 2009 | 3.3L V6 | timing chain | interference |
| 2001 - 2009 | 2.4L, 2.7L, 3.5L | timing belt | interference |
Timing Belt Basics
The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.
Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2023 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L (Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi Hybrid) 225 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo (Smartstream G2.5 T-GDI) 281 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. (Smartstream G2.5 GDi) 191 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2022 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L (Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi Hybrid) 225 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo (Smartstream G2.5 T-GDI) 281 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. (Smartstream G2.5 GDi) 191 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L (Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi Hybrid) 225 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo (Smartstream G2.5 T-GDI) 281 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. (Smartstream G2.5 GDi) 191 hp | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2020 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 235 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 235 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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Hyundai Santa Fe Belt Or Chain By Year
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 235 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2016 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2015 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 290 hp (Lambda II 3.3 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 185 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. turbocharged 240 hp (Theta II 2.0 T-GDI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2012 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 276 hp (Lambda II 3.5 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 276 hp (Lambda II 3.5 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2010 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 276 hp (Lambda II 3.5 MPI) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Theta II 2.4 GDi) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2009 2.7L Hyundai Santa Fe model has a timing belt and an interference engine and the 3.3L Santa Fe has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 242 hp (Lambda) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.7L V6 185 hp (Mu) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2008 2.7L Hyundai Santa Fe model has a timing belt and an interference engine and the 3.3L Santa Fe has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 242 hp (Lambda) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.7L V6 185 hp (Mu) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2007 2.7L Hyundai Santa Fe model has a timing belt and an interference engine and the 3.3L Santa Fe has a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L V6 242 hp (Lambda) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.7L V6 185 hp (Mu) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe models have timing belts and interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 200 hp (Sigma) | timing belt | interference | 97.5k |
| 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe models have timing belts and interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 200 hp (Sigma) | timing belt | interference | 97.5k |
| 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe models have timing belts and interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 200 hp (Sigma) | timing belt | interference | 97.5k |
| 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe models have timing belts and interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V6 200 hp (Sigma) | timing belt | interference | 97.5k |
| 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe models have timing belts and interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe models have timing belts and interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L V6 170 hp (G6BA) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. (G4JS) | timing belt | interference | 60k |
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