2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Levels Guide
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe is a well-liked and well-rated midsize SUV that lacked personality until recently. In 2021, however, Hyundai updated the Santa Fe’s exterior with a new grille and remodelled the inside. It lacks the visual flair of the Hyundai Tucson, its smaller sibling, but it is nonetheless a pleasant crossover to operate thanks to its generous interior space and pleasant exterior design.
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe’s 277-horsepower turbocharged engine makes it more powerful and faster than other compact and midsize SUVs on the market. However, if top speed isn’t required, the power delivery can be erratic and rough around the edges. Similarly off-putting is the fact that Hyundai seems to have adjusted the eight-speed automatic transmission to fast reach its highest gears.
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Summary
The cabins within the Santa Fe provide generous space, notably in terms of legroom. The available panoramic sunroof reduces headroom for all passengers, but the rear seats recline far enough to make up for it. The most frequently used controls are actual buttons and knobs, and everything is well-organized and simple to use.
The Santa Fe is still a great option for the money. The craftsmanship and material excellence are particularly noteworthy. You should also look at various alternatives, such as the Honda Passport, Subaru Outback, and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
What is New for the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe?
In 2021, Hyundai gave the Santa Fe a dramatic facelift that included new front and rear fascias, but the car now looks cluttered. The crossover’s cutlines diverge too frequently from the typical SUV silhouette. The Santa Fe’s cabin exudes an air of sophistication thanks to the 8.0- to 10.3-inch touchscreens and the metallic accents that adorn the air vents.
The Urban and Luxury editions now have synthetic leather upholstery. Hyundai has also made the 10.3-inch touchscreen, blind-spot cameras, and the motorized tailgate standard on more trim levels.
Compare the Trims & Specs
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Last Full Redesign | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 |
MSRP Pricing | $39,854 | $42,248 | $44,154 | $47,548
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Seat Features | Preferred | Preferred with Trend Package | Urban | Luxury Hybrid
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Seat Type | Cloth seating surfaces | Leatherette seats | Leatherette seats | Leatherette seats |
Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Heated Seats | Front Only | Front Only | Front Only | Front and Rear |
Power Driver Seat | 8-way power driver's seat w/ 2-way power lumbar | 8-way power driver's seat | 8-way power driver's seat w/ 2-way power lumbar and 8-way passenger seat | 8-way power driver's seat |
Power Passenger Seat |
| 2-way power lumbar and 8-way passenger seat | 2-way power lumbar and 8-way passenger seat | 4-way power lumbar and 8-way passenger seat |
Ventilated Front Seats |
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Driver Seat Memory System |
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Other Notable Features | Manual rear sunshades | Manual rear sunshades | Manual rear sunshades | Manual rear sunshades, Leg cushion extension |
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Interior | Preferred | Preferred with Trend Package | Urban | Luxury Hybrid
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Dashboard Info Display | 4.2-inch color multi-information display | 4.2-inch color multi-information display | 4.2-inch color multi-information display | 12.3” TFT full digital color LCD multi-information display |
Steering Wheel Features | Heated, Leather-wrapped | Heated, Leather-wrapped | Heated, Leather-wrapped | Heated, Leather-wrapped |
Head-Up Display |
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Rear View Mirror Features | Manual Day / Night | Electrochromic | Electrochromic | Electrochromic |
Automatic Climate Control | Dual zone auto temp control | Dual zone auto temp control | Dual zone auto temp control | Dual zone auto temp control |
Smart Key System w/ Push-to-Start |
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Integrated Garage Door Opener |
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Infotainment | Preferred | Preferred with Trend Package | Urban | Luxury Hybrid
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Touch Screen Display | 10.25” wide touchscreen | 10.25” wide touchscreen | 10.25” wide touchscreen | 10.25” wide touchscreen |
Audio System | Standard audio system | Standard audio system | Standard audio system | Standard audio system |
Apple CarPlay |
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USB Charging Ports | Dual front/rear 2.1-amp USB | Dual front/rear 2.1-amp USB | Dual front/rear 2.1-amp USB | Dual front/rear 2.1-amp USB |
Integrated Remote Engine Start |
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Embedded Navigation System |
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Wireless Charging |
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Power | Preferred | Preferred with Trend Package | Urban | Luxury Hybrid
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Engine | 2.5L GDI + MPI 4-cylinder engine | 2.5L GDI + MPI 4-cylinder engine | 2.5L Turbo-GDI + MPI 4-cylinder engine | 1.6L Turbo-GDI 4-cylinder engine, Hybrid |
Transmission | 8-speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC® Manual Mode | 8-speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC® Manual Mode | 8-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (wet-type) with SHIFTRONIC® Manual Mode | 6-speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC® Manual Mode |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
Horsepower | 191 | 191 | 281 | 226 |
Towing Capacity |
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Fuel Economy (city/hwy/combined) | 10.6 / 9.3 / 10.0 L/00km | 10.6 / 9.3 / 10.0 L/00km 67L Tank | 11.0 / 8.5 / 9.9 L/100km 67L Tank | 7.2 L/100km 67L Tank |
Special Drive Modes |
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Safety Features | Preferred | Preferred with Trend Package | Urban | Luxury Hybrid
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Backup Camera |
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Anti-Collision System w/ Auto-Braking Capability | Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction-Turning Detection | Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction-Turning Detection | Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction-Turning Detection | Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction-Turning Detection |
Lane Departure Alert |
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Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with stop-and-go | Adaptive Cruise Control with stop-and-go | Adaptive Cruise Control with stop-and-go | Adaptive Cruise Control with stop-and-go |
Automatic High Beam |
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System |
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Blind Spot Monitor System w/ Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
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Parking Clearance System w/ Sonar Detection |
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Exterior | Preferred | Preferred with Trend Package | Urban | Luxury Hybrid
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Wheel Size | 18 x 7.5J Alloy Wheels | 18 x 7.5J Alloy Wheels | 19 x 7.5J Alloy wheels | 19 x 7.5J Alloy wheels |
Power Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof | Panoramic sunroof | ||
Power Backdoor Open/Close |
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Side Mirrors Features | Heated | Heated | Heated | Heated |
Window Wiper Features | 2-speed/variable intermittent | 2-speed/variable intermittent | 2-speed/variable intermittent | Rain-sensing windshield wipers |
Roof Rail | Black roof cross bars |
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Temporary Spare Tire | Temporary spare tire | Temporary spare tire | Tire Mobility Kit | Temporary spare tire |
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Light System | Preferred | Preferred with Trend Package | Urban | Luxury Hybrid
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Headlights | LED headlights (MFR type) with LED accents | LED headlights (MFR type) with LED accents | LED headlights (MFR type) with LED accents | LED headlights (MFR type) with LED accents |
Core Light systems | LED daytime running lights | LED daytime running lights, LED taillights | LED daytime running lights, LED taillights | LED daytime running lights, LED taillights |
Other Notable Features | LED Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp | LED Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp | LED Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp | LED Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp |
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Dimensions | Preferred | Preferred with Trend Package | Urban | Luxury Hybrid
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Length | 4,785 mm | 4,785 mm | 4,785 mm | 4,785 mm |
Width | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm |
Height | 1,705 mm (1,730 mm w/ Roof rack side rails) | 1,705 mm (1,730 mm w/ Roof rack side rails) | 1,705 mm (1,730 mm w/ Roof rack side rails) | 1,705 mm (1,730 mm w/ Roof rack side rails) |
Ground Clearance | 206 mm | 206 mm | 206 mm | 206 mm |
