2015 Hyundai Santa Fe review
Hyundai Santa Fe highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Expansive cargo area
- Fun for long drives
- Good infotainment system
Cons
- Rear visibility limitations
- Slower acceleration with standard engine
- Small cargo space in third-row options
Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 24 highway, 20 combined
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Crossover with seating for up to seven
If you want a family-friendly crossover SUV with ample seating you should consider the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe. With the option of seating seven and good storage spaces throughout the cabin, it’s a smooth, quiet ride for a long road trip—great news for those sleeping passengers. A stylish interior made with high-end materials gives this model more of a luxury feel. If you want a peppier engine, look for trims that feature the optional V6 engine. If you want an SUV known for its comfort and convenience, consider the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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What is new for the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- Santa Fe trims have been upgraded with Quad Seats and Rear View Camera as standard equipment this year.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe
1. Driver-assist features
Key driver-assist features you’ll appreciate include a backup camera, blind-spot monitoring, stability control, and even a tire pressure monitoring system. On top of this, Hyundai made some updates to provide more precise handling and a better steering feel. Alongside the driver aids, this is great for when you’ve got a full car and are hitting bumpy roads or need to navigate tight spots.
2. Stylish interior
The interior design of the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe calls to mind the phrases, “classy,” “sophisticated,” and “luxurious.” The cockpit is beautiful and smart with thoughtful, easy-to-access placement of gears and knobs. There are plenty of soft-touch elements throughout the cabin. If you're a long-legged driver (or passenger), you'll appreciate that the front seats boast 41.3 inches of legroom.
3. Towing capabilities
If your SUV carries kids or work equipment during the weekdays and recreational vehicles on the weekends, you’ll like that the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe has good towing capabilities. The V6 engine is plenty powerful so you shouldn’t feel much drag when towing something in the back. The estimated maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.
4. Powerful, peppy engine
A six-speed automatic transmission is standard on the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe and there are AWD options to look for, too. While you have the 2.4L engine standard, look for trims with a 3.3L V6 engine that produces 290 hp and 252 lb-ft. of torque for a little zoom zoom. It’s a much quieter engine than you might expect too. Whether you need to sprint around lagging drivers or need to get to highway speeds quickly, you’ll appreciate this crossover’s quick acceleration. The Hyundai Sante Fe Sport can go from zero-to-60 mph in 8.6 seconds.
5. Plenty of seating options
The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe has trims that allow you to seat seven. For more cargo room get a two-row option with 41 cu-ft of cargo space behind the rear seat. When those are folded down, you’ll get 80 cu-ft of cargo space behind the driver and passenger seats. The third row makes a great space for kids and teens although adults can fit back there too. It has 31.5 inches of legroom and 35.7 inches of headroom. When the third row is in use, cargo space drops to 13.5 cu-ft—though that's still big enough for some sports equipment!
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Hyundai Santa Fe an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Hyundai Santa Fe 17th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
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Limited 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Bluetooth Technology
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Infinity Sound System
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.3L
Horsepower
290
Torque (ft-lbs)
252
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.8
Wheelbase
110.2"
Overall length
193.1"
Width
74.2"
Height
66.5"
Leg room
F 41.3"/M 41.3"/R 31.5"
Head room
F 39.6"/M 39.4"/R 35.7"
Front tires
P235/55TR19
Rear tires
P235/55TR19
Seating capacity
6
Max towing capacity
500/5000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2015 Hyundai Santa Fe FAQ
The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Limited: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- GLS: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
The Hyundai Santa Fe received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Hyundai Santa Fe as 16 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 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 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe:
- Quad Seats
- Rear View Camera
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