2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Quick Guide | Latest Features, Trims, Colors

Santa Fe Review The Hyundai Santa Fe three-row SUV used to be one of the more conservatively styled models in the brand's lineup, but that's changed in a big way. The new 2024 Santa Fe is fully redesigned, with a boxy, extremely angular shape that makes it stand out from the rest of Hyundai's wide-ranging fleet of crossovers.

Hyundai has said the car's design has been shaped around "the latest outdoor lifestyle trends." The Santa Fe, then, is being positioned as a more rugged alternative that blurs the line between a city-dwelling SUV and one that can handle roads less traveled. This is especially true of the new XRT model, which is an off-road-inspired offshoot of the ultra-luxe Calligraphy trim. The XRT takes the Santa Fe's adventuring cred to the next level with 30-inch all-terrain tires and an additional 1.5 inches of ground clearance over the street-oriented variants. There's no doubt the new Santa Fe will be one of the most interesting-looking vehicles in its class, and though its showstopping exterior might be what draws people in at first, it's the improved interior packaging and new technology that will seal the deal.

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The newly styled exterior is grabbing the headlines, but we're even more excited about the changes to the interior. Though the Santa Fe is a bit longer, it's still half a foot shorter than the Palisade, Hyundai's other three-row midsize. But clever packaging and this new boxy shape mean that if you measure from the dashboard to the tailgate, the Santa Fe is just as long and it now has improved interior space. In a welcome change from the last generation, its third row can finally fit adults. Hyundai has significantly boosted the Santa Fe's third-row headroom, which makes its back seat feel less claustrophobic than the third rows of rivals.

The second row can be had with captain's chairs or a bench, for six- or seven-passenger seating, respectively. Those captain's chairs offer power recline as an option. We also see the introduction of the Relaxation Seat that debuted in the Ioniq 5. This feature allows the seat to lean back into a nearly flat position with a leg rest that pops out as well, like a lie-flat seat on an airplane, making it an ideal spot for quick naps on the go. And second-row passengers will also have access to the center console between the front seats, thanks to a secondary opening at the rear of the console. Sounds like a great place to store (and share) some snacks.

The Santa Fe's rear cargo opening is massive. The taillights have been mounted low to allow the struts to move outward, so when the hatch lifts, it seems as though the entire rear of the car is opening up. The opening measures 50.2 inches across, an increase of 5.7 inches over the last-generation Santa Fe. This, combined with the flat-folding second row, creates easy loading into a large, flat cargo area that's perfect for bulky items or an inflatable bed. 

The Santa Fe's in-cabin technology also takes a big leap forward in this redesign. There are dual 12.3-inch screens up front like you'll find in other Hyundai vehicles, but the multimedia system adds two crucial features: wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Keeping with the wireless smartphone theme are two wireless charging pads that can both charge at 15 watts and come with a fan underneath to keep the phones cool.

We had the chance to spend time in the new Santa Fe in each of its powertrain configurations. As you'd expect, the turbocharged 2.5-liter engine gives the Santa Fe ample shove and will probably be the favorite engine for buyers with larger families or those looking to do a bit of towing. But our time in the 1.6-liter hybrid model gave us a new appreciation for Hyundai's more fuel-efficient option. The assist delivered from the electric motor is very responsive, and shifts from the six-speed automatic transmission are reasonably quick while remaining subtle and unobtrusive.

The 2024 Santa Fe offers a host of driving assistance and safety features that can help reduce user fatigue and provide a comfortable, confident driving experience whether commuting or on a weekend adventure.

Available features such as Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can help provide a warning and emergency braking if the preceding vehicle suddenly slows or if risk of a forward collision is detected. Lane Following Assist employs a windshield-mounted camera to help the vehicle maintain its position in the center of its lane. The Driver Attention Warning (DAW) system analyzes driving inputs and can help provide warnings to alert the driver of low driving attentiveness. Further, Forward Attention Warning (FAW), a Hyundai first in North America, utilizes an infrared camera mounted on the steering column to help track a driver's eye gaze and monitor attention levels to help ensure safe driving.

A range of deep, rich, premium paint colors including Curated Silver, Earthy Brass, Hampton Gray, Phantom Black, Rockwood Green, Serenity White, and Ultimate Red are available for drivers who demand a rich finish.