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2018 Hyundai Santa Fe review

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Pros

  • A long list of standard tech features
  • Easy-to-use entertainment interface
  • Steering is responsive and accurate

Cons

  • The standard sound system is lacking
  • Thick roof pillars hamper rear visibility
  • Rough roads can lead to a harsh ride

Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 22 highway, 19 combined

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From $15,998*

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2018 Hyundai Santa Fe trims

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5 reasons to buy the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe

1. Sized to fit your family

Families come in all shapes and sizes, and the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe is designed to fit them all. The Santa Fe comes standard with seating for seven; a six-seater model is also available. If you prefer a smaller SUV, the Santa Fe Sport has seating for five—plus some performance credentials. Whether you're traveling with your kids, cousins, or friends, you'll have just the right amount of space. 

2. Available all-wheel drive

Whether you live in an area with lots of snow and ice or like to get off the beaten path on dirt roads, you'll love the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe's available all-wheel drive. AWD is available on all trims. That means you can always get where you're going, whatever the weather. 

3. Cargo for camping and more

The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe has enough cargo space to handle your plans, whether it's a camping weekend away, deliveries to a soup kitchen, or just taking Fido to your favorite dog park. The Santa Fe has 13.5 cu-ft of space behind the third row and more than 40 cu-ft behind the second row. Standard fold-flat seats on the second and third rows make it easy to maximize your carrying capacity. 

4. Simple connectivity

With the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe, you don't need to fiddle with your tech settings. Connecting with standard Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Hyundai's Bluelink® connected car system is easy. The base 2018 Santa Fe has a seven-inch touchscreen, while the higher Ultimate and Limited Ultimate trims have an eight-inch screen.

5. Driver assistance when you need it

You'll no doubt want some extra peace of mind on the road, and the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe delivers. Packages on each trim level unlock high-end driver-assistance features like blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Advanced driver aids like adaptive cruise control with stop/start are available on the Limited Ultimate trim. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4 out of 5

12 customer reviews
The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe offers spacious interiors, good ride comfort, and strong handling. Fuel economy and cabin noise received mixed reviews, paired with notable blind spots in visibility. Customers admired its styling and technology features, like backup cameras, but critiqued reliability and occasional glitches in Bluetooth. Overall satisfaction is positive.

RepairPal reliability rating

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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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Hyundai Santa Fe features and specs

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SE Ultimate 4D Sport Utility 2WD

Standard Features

  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Locks
  • Cruise Control
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Third Row Seat
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Windows
  • Leather Seats
  • Smart Key
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • ABS Brakes
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Air Conditioning
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Traction Control
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Rear View Camera
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Android Auto
  • CD Audio
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Infinity Sound System
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Bluetooth Technology

Optional Features

  • Leather Seats
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Tow Hitch
  • Running Boards
  • Full Roof Rack

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

7

Max towing capacity

500/5000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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