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2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

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2019 SE 2.4 4dr Front-Wheel Drive
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Price:   -  From $25,750
2019 SE 2.4 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $27,450
2019 SEL 2.4 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $27,600
2019 SEL 2.4 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $29,300
2019 SEL Plus 2.4 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $29,800
2019 SEL Plus 2.4 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $31,500
2019 Limited 2.4 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $32,600
2019 Limited 2.0T 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $34,200
2019 Limited 2.4 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $34,300
2019 Ultimate 2.4 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $35,450
2019 Limited 2.0T 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $35,900
2019 Ultimate 2.0T 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $37,100
2019 Ultimate 2.4 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $37,150
2019 Ultimate 2.0T 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $38,800

Overview

In previous years, the Hyundai Santa Fe was separated into two categories: the five-seater Santa Fe Sport and seven-passenger Santa Fe. The Santa Fe family has been blended and simplified for 2019. Starting at $26,480 (all prices include the $980 destination charge), the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe hits dealerships under a single designation, with five-passenger seating, and in five unique trim levels. With a fresh exterior and interior redesign, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe offers consumers two powertrain options, front- or all-wheel drive, and a slew of standard safety and technology features.

What's New for 2019

From the base SE to the range-topping Ultimate, there's a Hyundai Santa Fe to fit most consumers wants and budget. For 2019, the fourth-generation crossover SUV receives a larger cabin, a taller-standing exterior, and wide-selection of standard technology and driver-assist features.

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Choosing Your Hyundai Santa Fe

The new Hyundai Santa Fe is only available as a five-passenger crossover SUV for 2019. Hyundai is planning on introducing a new seven-passenger large crossover SUV in 2020. The base powerplant is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that's offered in all trims and produces 185 horsepower when mated to the standard eight-speed automatic transmission.

In front-wheel-drive configuration, the base powertrain returns an EPA-estimated 22 miles per gallon in the city, 29 mpg highway, and 25 combined. Consumers can opt for an all-wheel drive in each trim for an additional $1,700. A peppy 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 235 hp that returns 20/25/22 mpg (city/highway/combined) is available on the Limited and Ultimate trims for $1,600 extra.

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is currently offered in SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Limited, and Ultimate trim levels.

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SE

The base 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is the SE, which starts at $26,480. The SE is well equipped with standard features including a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay integration, and a total of four USB charging ports. The SE features 60/40-split row seating, solar control front and rear glass, cloth seating, and 17-inch wheels. Several driver assist safety features are standard including forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, safe exit assist, lane keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. The SE is offered to consumers in nine exterior colors and three interior patterns. There are several dealer-added accessories, but no packages offered for the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe.

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SEL

Starting at $28,580, the SEL trim picks up where the SE leaves off and adds several creature comforts. A seven-inch LCD instrument cluster stands out on the dashboard, as does the push button starting system with the proximity key. The SEL offers consumers heated front seats and heated side mirrors, an eight-way power driver seat with two-way lumbar support, fog lights, power windows with automatic up/down feature, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, and a Blue Link Connected car system with a three-year complimentary subscription.

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SEL Plus

With a starting price of $30,780, the SEL Plus is loaded with upgrades and arguably the best bang for the buck for 2019. This trim rides on 18-inch alloy wheels, features a hands-free smart liftgate system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, sliding second-row seating, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, dual automatic climate control with Hyundai’s CleanAir Ionizer (which is a nice feature for those with allergies, asthma or other respiratory conditions), and roof side rails. Additional driver convenience features such as a rear occupant alert and parking distance warning system are standard, too. The premium upgrade with the SEL Plus is an Infinity Premium Audio system with 12 speakers.

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Limited

The 2019 Santa Fe Limited introduces an elegant look and feel and starts at $33,580. The Limited comes standard with the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, but can be enhanced with the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine for an additional $1,600. This trim is packed with posh, featuring a panoramic sunroof, LED headlights, taillights, fog lights, and interior lights, side mirrors with turn-signal indicators, satin chrome exterior door handles, leather seating, premium door sill plates, and an eight-way power and height adjustable passenger seat.

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Ultimate

At the top of the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe food chain is the Ultimate, which starts at $36,430. The Ultimate adds multiple upgrades including an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, wireless device charging, a surround-view monitor, a color head-up display, and an integrated memory system for the driver seat. Additional upgrades include a heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, rain-sensing wipers, a 115-volt power outlet, and a four-way lumbar support for the driver.

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The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is a great option for small families or individuals looking for an affordable crossover SUV. The SEL Plus is the best value, coming in just north of $30,000 and packed with multiple driver-convenience features. Those living in cold weather climates should invest the extra $1,700 for all-wheel drive, as it'll help with traction when road conditions are poor.

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Expert Review

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Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

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: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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Roomier and more comfortable. All-new this year, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe sports a 2.6-inch wheelbase increase and a 2.8-inch length increase. Rear seat riders now enjoy 40 inches of leg room, with 36 cubic feet of cargo space behind them that expands to 71 cubes with the rear seats folded.

The front seats offer improved bolstering and comfort, while there's enough space in the supportive back seats to easily accommodate three adults. A three-row version will be offered later this year, slightly affecting back seat room and, as with most vehicles in this class, only offering space suitable for children.

Handsome styling. Completely redesigned for 2019, the latest Santa Fe is bigger and taller, with brawnier styling to match its new dimensions. The newfound sense of style has more road presence courtesy of a bigger and more aggressive grille, as well as a more upright, vertical tailgate.

In addition to more rear seat room, the squarer roofline allowed designers to increase the window area by 40 percent for a brighter interior – the better to enjoy the new, deeply sculpted, two-tier dashboard, and plethora of storage cubbies and shelves. Alas, the cloth on lower trims feels thin, while the leather, which feels more durable, is stiff to the touch.


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Advanced safety. The Santa Fe offers a wide range of standard advanced safety features, including forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control with start/stop, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Depending on trim, options include front and rear parking sensors, and a rear seat occupant alert.

Engine choices. The latest Santa Fe offers choice of two engines. The base engine for all five trims is a 2.4-liter direct injection four-cylinder generating 185 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque – adequate for a vehicle this size.

The optional engine, available on Limited and Ultimate models, is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that generates 235 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque and excels at passing speeds. Both engines are mated to a new eight-speed automatic transmission.

Fuel economy is good, with the 2.4-liter achieving an EPA-estimated 22 miles per gallon city, 29 mpg highway, and 25 combined on front-wheel-drive models, which is near the top of the class. The 2.0-liter turbo returns 20/25/22 mpg (city/highway/combined) on FWD models.

A performance issue we encountered concerns the eight-speed transmission that, when matched with the 2.0-liter turbo, momentarily hesitates off the line when you put your foot into it. We appreciate the additional two gears over last year's unit, but a bit of work still needs to be done.

Final thoughts. The all-new 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe, which replaces last year's Santa Fe Sport, offers a smooth ride, spacious interior, long list of standard safety features, and a compelling value.

If Hyundai could recalibrate the eight-speed transmission, offer a more durable-feeling fabric, and softer leather seats, we would have little to complain about.

In terms of competition, the Toyota Highlander offers a more spacious interior with many of the same advanced safety features. The Mazda CX-9 boasts a more premium look inside and out, while Ford and Jeep offer some exciting choices like the 335-hp Ford Edge Sport and the 360-hp Hemi, 475-hp SRT, and 707-hp Trailhawk Jeep Grand Cherokees.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.4L I-4 / 185 HP / 178 ft.lbs.
Transmission
8-spd SHIFTRONIC w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
22 / 29 / 25 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.4L I-4 / 185 HP / 178 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
22 / 29 / 25 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
18.8 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$72
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
71.3 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
111 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
187.8 "
Exterior Width
74.4 "
Exterior Height
66.1 "
Front Headroom
41.2 "
Rear Headroom
39.2 "
Front Legroom
44.1 "
Rear Legroom
40.9 "
Front Shoulder Room
59.1 "
Rear Shoulder Room
58.3 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,591 Lbs.
Wheel Base
109 "
Turning Radius
18.7 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Silver Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote
Bumpers
Body-colored With Metal-look Insert
Grille Moldings
Chrome
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Yes Essentials Premium Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
60-40 Split-bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan / Clock
Speakers
6
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver
Tinted Windows
Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
4
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (fca) Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist (lka) Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Driver Attention Warning (daw) Driver Attention
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
High Beam Assist Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Major Components Months
120 Months / 100,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation
84 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
12 Months / Unlimited Miles

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