2017 Hyundai Santa Fe review
Hyundai Santa Fe highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Easy-to-use tech features
- Spacious cabin
- Smooth ride
Cons
- Standard engine isn’t spectacular
- Tight third row for adults
- Limited cargo space behind the third row
Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 22 highway, 19 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Midsize practicality
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe is a good midsize SUV if you’re looking for third-row seat options, towing capabilities, and good engine power on some trims. This car delivers a comfortable, spacious ride, particularly for the front- and mid-row passengers. If you want a family-friendly vehicle that would be good for road trips with a quiet interior and space for all the kids’ stuff, consider the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe. If you regularly drive on the highway, you'll love its acceleration (zero to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds) and if you have stuff to stash, you'll appreciate the cabin’s ample space. Whether you’re looking for a car that can handle team practices and everything that comes with that—or simply love an SUV with good pickup, keep this SUV in consideration.
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What is new for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- The Santa Fe is available in a variety of new trims, including the Limited Ultimate and SE Ultimate.
- Santa Fe trims have been upgraded with Sunroof(s), A/C Seat(s), Panoramic Sunroof, Memory Seat(s), Heated Steering Wheel, Parking Sensors, Rear Seat Heaters, Android Auto, Infinity Sound System, and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.
- Automated Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, and Apple CarPlay features are now available as options on select trims.
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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe
1. High-end interior
The Hyundai Santa Fe is known for its premium interior materials and roomy cabin. This model starts with a seven-inch touchscreen that features intuitive menus and functions. It has handsome styling features, superior seating, intuitive physical buttons on the dash, a heated steering wheel, and heated front seats. Your third-row passengers will appreciate the third-row USB charging port.
2. Lots of options
The 2017 Hyundai Sante Fe has seven trim options to look for. The standard models have seating for five while others have a six-seat layout and some trims allow seating for seven. There are two body styles, the Sport and Ultimate. Keep an eye out for the configuration that suits you and your crew best.
3. Big V6 power
If you want a big-engine, sports car type of feel but need SUV space, The Hyundai Santa Fe has you covered. Look for the V6 engine options if you want maximum power. If you plan to drive seven people, their stuff, and even hitch a trailer to the back, you’ll appreciate the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe's towing abilities. It can tow an estimated 5,000 tons when properly equipped.
4. Peace of mind with driver-assistance tech
This SUV already has a lot of standard features but if you really don't enjoy parallel parking, look for a Hyundai Santa Fe with the available 360-degree-view camera, rear cross-traffic alert, blind spot monitoring, and parking sensors. Some trims offer adaptive cruise control, pivoting headlights, and lane departure warning. A smart “hands-free” liftgate makes it easy to stash things in the trunk when your hands are full.
5. Comfortable ride
This SUV demonstrates solid, predictable handling. Precise, power steering makes it easy to get around traffic or handle sharp turns. The front seats have a lot of adjustability ranges and have plenty of room. The second-row seats can also be adjusted for better headroom or legroom. The middle row has 40.4 inches of legroom and 39.4 inches of headroom.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.6 out of 5
16 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 10 |
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| 4 Stars | 5 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
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 Ultimate 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Infinity Sound System
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- 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)
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Quad Seats
- 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 40.4"/R 30.9"
Head room
F 39.9"/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
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe FAQ
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Limited Ultimate: 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Limited: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SE: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SE Ultimate: 17 MPG City and 23 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 2017 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 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe:
- Limited Ultimate
- SE Ultimate
- Parking Sensors
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Memory Seat(s)
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