The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV is stylish and comfortable. It is a 5-passenger, 2-row SUV with great amenities and modern technology.
It's a good choice for midsized families that want the comfort and features of an SUV but don't need a full-size vehicle. There's a large range of trims and a plethora of features to suit everyone, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The Santa Fe's interior is well-designed and attractive. It also has traditional knobs and buttons to control everything, from the climate control system to transmission. The screen's responsiveness and ease of use make it easy to navigate. Hyundai's logical menu system makes it simple and intuitive.
The Santa Fe is safe with active lane control and blind spot monitoring. An optional head-up display projects important information right into your line of vision.
This is an impressive feature in a mainstream crossover. And it's even more impressive for the Ultimate model. It's far more effective than the slow-reacting adaptive brake control in most rivals, and it's nice to have at night.
We were unable to test all performance features on the Santa Fe. However, we did manage to drive a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine which produces more than enough torque to handle most situations. The car's massive output makes it able to go through curves with plenty oomph, and it also has the power to outperform other similar-powered family CUVs such as the Ford Edge and Nissan Murano.
The Santa Fe's suspension does a fine job of keeping the ride smooth, avoiding excessive body roll or rebounds over uneven road surfaces and reducing wind and noise. Although the steering is not very responsive, it does a good job of maintaining vehicle stability in bends.
It responds quickly to driver inputs and holds the gears up on an inclined slope with ease. If you want a little more power from your SUV, you can upgrade to the more powerful 3.3-liter V6 available in the Limited and Calligraphy models.
Santa Fe is more than just a beautiful exterior. It has a renowned safety record. The NHTSA and IIHS have awarded it top safety scores.
The Santa Fe doesn't have the best safety ratings. It's not as impressive on the track and isn't as spacious or comfortable as mid-sized SUVs for families.
Cost is another strong point for the Santa Fe. It is very competitively priced in comparison to other products and has the industry's most comprehensive warranties.
It is a great deal to get a car-based SUV, with lots of features and an unlimited 5-year warranty. It's also cheaper than the competition, starting at $30,000.