The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe is an excellent choice if you are looking for an SUV that is both stylish and comfortable. The two-row, five-passenger SUV offers plenty of space for family members and modern technology.
This SUV is a great choice for families with mid-sized children who want all the features and comfort of an SUV, but don't need a large vehicle. There are many trim options and an array of features, including Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
The interior of the Santa Fe is attractive and well-appointed, and it's easy to get around inside thanks to traditional knobs and buttons that control everything from the climate control system to the transmission. The infotainment screen is responsive and easy to use, while Hyundai's logical menu system makes navigation simple and straightforward.
Santa Fe's safety features include active lane control, blind-spot monitoring, and standard active lane controller. The SUV also comes with a head-up display that projects key information directly into your line of sight.
This is a great feature for a mainstream crossover. It's even more impressive on the Ultimate model. It is a lot more efficient than the slow-responding, slow-reacting adaptive cruise control found in many competitors. This makes it a great addition to your vehicle when driving at night.
Although we didn't have the time to try out all the performance features of Santa Fe, we did test drive a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that produces enough torque for most situations. The turbo's large output means that the car can go around curves without any hesitation and has more power than other family CUVs like Nissan Murano or Ford Edge.
The Santa Fe's suspension manages to keep the ride smooth. Although the steering is somewhat sluggish, it does a fantastic job of holding the vehicle steady in bends.
It is quick to respond to driver's inputs and can keep the vehicle on an inclined road with ease. Upgrade to the more powerful V6 engine in the Calligraphy and Limited models to get more power.
Santa Fe's attractive exterior is only one reason it has earned a great reputation for safety. It has been awarded top safety scores by both NHTSA & IIHS.
The Santa Fe isn’t an easy car to drive, despite its high safety ratings. It does not perform as well on the track as other mid-sized family SUVs, and it is not as comfortable or as spacious.
Cost is another strong point for the Santa Fe. It is competitively priced compared to its competitors and comes with one of the best warranties in the industry.
It is a great deal to get a car-based SUV, with lots of features and an unlimited 5-year warranty. It's also more affordable than its competitors, with the base SE starting at $30,000.