Test Vehicle's MSRP: $45,255 (Base SE Model: $31,235)
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety Features (Calligraphy): airbags; ABS; child safety locks; a stability control system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a parking collision assist with distance warning; a blind spot warning system; a rear cross traffic collision assist system; remote start parking assist; lane keeping assist; smart cruise control; a driver attention warning system; safe exit assist; lane following assist; an anti-theft system; and a rear view monitor; a tire mobility kit; and a 360-degree camera
Standard Equipment (Calligraphy 2.5T): 20-inch alloy wheels; an 8-speed
dual clutch transmission; premium nappa leather seating trim; a 10.25-inch wide
touchscreen audio display with navigation and traffic flow; an 8-way adjustable
driver seat with 4-way lumbar adjustability and a leg cushion extension; heated
front seats; side mirror approach lights; LED interior cabin lights;
heated power folding exterior side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators;
acoustic laminated side glass; rain sensing wipers; a panoramic sunroof; silver
roof rails; a hands free liftgate; dynamic voice recognition; dual auto
temperature control; a heated steering wheel; a blind spot view monitor; and
key remote start
Options: carpeted floor mats
Other Trim Levels:
SEL AWD
XRT AWD
Limited AWD
Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: a 12-speaker Harman Kardon premium
audio system with AM/FM/HD
Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard
USB Connectivity: Standard
Apple/Android Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: 10 years or 100,000 miles
Standard Engine/Horsepower: 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder turbocharged
engine/281-hp
Recommended Fuel: Regular unleaded
Towing: 3,500 lbs
Standard Fuel Mileage:
21-city/28-hwy (Turbo)
What’s New: For the
2023 model year, the Santa Fe is literally a carryover model.
Why:
One of
the best warranties in the segment
An easy-to-use infotainment system
Great riding
vehicle for long distance trip
A
variety of driving modes
AWD
availability
Premium
quilted leather available
Heated
front and second row seats
Ventilated
front seats
Partial reclining rear seats
Heated
steering wheel
A HUD (heads
up display system)
A host
of standard safety driving aids
A peppy
turbo engine – producing 281-hp
20-inch
wheel availability
But:
Controversial styling cues for the grill
No fullsize tire on select
trims
Lacks Hyundai’s
automatic smart parking system
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The last time we spent behind the wheel
of the brand’s most popular vehicle was in 2019. At that time, the top-of-the-line trim was the Limited until
the introduction of the uplevel Calligraphy trim, which joined the line up in
2022. The Calligraphy distinguishes itself from the other trims by offering
quilted leather, a heads-up display (HUD) system, a suede headliner, quilted
door panels, a perforated leather wrapped steering wheel and 20-inch wheels. Moreover, the Santa Fe is equipped with the latest driving aids too, helping to reduce both stress and accidents, when the driver is behind the wheel. Overall, the Santa Fe is worth adding to one’s shopping list. Competition: Chevy Blazer; Ford Edge; Honda CR-V; Kia Sorento; and Toyota Venza; Nissan Pathfinder; and VW Atlas | ||
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