2018 Hyundai Santa Fe review
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Customer rating
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
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
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What is new for the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- The Limited trim has been discontinued for 2018.
- Santa Fe trims have been upgraded with Quad Seats and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment this year.
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Limited Ultimate trim now comes with Rear Seat Heaters as standard equipment.
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe trims
SE:
- 290-hp, 252-lb-ft of torque 3.3L
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Power Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- View our Hyundai Santa Fe SE inventory
SE Ultimate:
- Includes all features available on the SE
- Sunroofs
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Rear Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Parking Sensors
- View our Hyundai Santa Fe SE Ultimate inventory
Limited Ultimate:
- Includes all features available on the SE Ultimate
- Quad Seats
- Navigation System
- View our Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Ultimate inventory
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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
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
- Apple CarPlay
- 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
- Quad Seats
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Automated Cruise Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Air Conditioning
- 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
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe FAQ
The 2018 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
- SE Ultimate : 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- SE : 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 2018 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 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe:
- Quad Seats
- Sunroof(s)
- Apple CarPlay
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Rear Seat Heaters
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