2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport review
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport highlights
Customer rating
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Pros
- Supportive and comfortable rear seats
- Lots of available features
- Spacious passenger and cargo areas
Cons
- Stiff ride on rough surfaces
- Visibility is limited out the rear window
- Not as fun to drive as other SUVs
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 24 highway, 21 combined
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A compact SUV big on the inside
City-smart and space-efficient, the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport packs practical interior styling, comfortable seating, and lots of available creature comforts. Where a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport shines is in how much space it offers, making it an ideal vehicle for families or pet owners. Despite only a pair of four-cylinder engine options, the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport still powers through the challenges of everyday driving. That’s why the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport adds predictability to daily life, from the urban commute to a weekend road trip.
All Hyundai Santa Fe Sport years
What is new for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport?
- Santa Fe Sport trims have been upgraded with Apple CarPlay as standard equipment this year.
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport trims
Base:
- 185-hp, 178-lb-ft of torque 2.4L
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Cloth Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear View Camera
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2.0T:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- 240-hp, 260-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Leather Seats
- Power Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Smart Key
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Turbo Charged Engine
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Ultimate:
- Includes all features available on the 2.0T
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Memory Seats
- Rear Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Parking Sensors
- Sunroofs
- Infinity Sound System
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5 reasons to buy the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
1. Space for the whole crew
Whether taking family road trips or group outings with friends, the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport opens its doors to accommodate everyone comfortably. Don’t leave anything behind; instead, use all 35.4 cu-ft of cargo space for whatever the trip requires. Wide door openings and good back seat space make getting rear-facing child seats in and out easier. Plus, you won’t have any issue finding the well-placed LATCH seat anchors. Finally, interior door pockets and storage cubbies are perfect for stashing toys, tablets, and other small items.
2. A trio of trims and feature packages
From essential to extra, the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has a trio of trims that let you find a Santa Fe Sport with the desired features. Key standard features on the base 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport include Bluetooth® connectivity and cruise control. However, if you want more technology, look for a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Value Package or Premium Package. Finally, opt for a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T, which includes the features from those two packages and unlocks the Ultimate package for luxurious touches.
3. Turbocharge your everyday drive
Turn up the fun on your daily drive in a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T, which replaces the standard 2.4L four-cylinder with a 240-horsepower turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine. But the upgraded engine enables more than just extra performance, such as enabling the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T with a 2.0L engine with an estimated 3500 pounds of max towing when properly equipped.
4. Available luxurious touches
Elevate your driving experience with the high-end equipment in the top-trim 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Ultimate Tech. You'll be able to keep warm on a cold day with heated front and rear seats — plus the ventilated front seats cool you off during the summer. From the outside, LED accent lights and HID Xenon headlights add an air of class. Lastly, bask in the sunlight through the massive panoramic sunroof, brightening the interior with natural light.
5. A helping hand on the highway
Take the edge out of highway driving with the innovative driver assists in the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Ultimate Tech. Features such as Smart Cruise Control automatically keep the distance from the vehicle in front of you and even take on start and stop traffic. Plus, the automatic emergency braking system applies the brakes when it detects an imminent crash or if there’s a pedestrian you don’t see. There’s also help at night, where dynamic headlights bend as you steer the wheel to light the road around corners.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.7 out of 5
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Hyundai Santa Fe Sport features and specs
Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Infinity Sound System
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
185
Torque (ft-lbs)
178
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
17.4
Wheelbase
106.3"
Overall length
185"
Width
74"
Height
66.1"
Leg room
F 41.3"/R 39.4"
Head room
F 39.6"/R 39.1"
Front tires
P235/65TR17
Rear tires
P235/65TR17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
165/1650 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport FAQ
The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base : 21 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- Ultimate : 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- 2.0T : 20 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has a maximum towing capacity of 1650 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport:
- Apple CarPlay
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