@Chasing Cars I have always love Hyundai Santa Fe and I hope 1 day I will be able to afford 1 of these machines. @Hyundai what can I do to get a Santa Fe model? even if it's the 2015 model?
@@factsmatter6980 thank you for that intriguing list, do you mind sharing your source url link, and reveal the other 6 small sized vehicle in the 10-list. Let the whole facts out so it can matter without bias, right?
That’s a unique and distinctive looking car. The interior looks pretty nice, too. With the new long wheelbase Tucson coming out within the next few months, this new Santa Fe is more suited to people looking for a more roomy and comfortable compact/sub-midsize CUV. BTW, anybody know where this video was filmed? Hardly any traffic and very nice.
Nice review, One small niggle you sometimes talk about an interior item but the camera cuts away to something else in the cabin, ie rear flip down arm rest and not so bad window blinds. Anyway always love your non biased reviews... Thanks
I test drove this Santa Fe today and its very plush with a vast array of features (i.e., well provisioned could spend days working it all out) much better than the RAV 4 Cruiser. The front seats are both electric very comfortable with two pre-set driver position buttons near the top of the driver door.. In particular, the rear seats were the most comfortable I have ever experienced and sit up very well for vision. I almost immediately got used to the push button (DRNP) auto gearbox - worked great. I never drove a diesel turbo before that is so quiet and nor the usual truck like diesel noise (sounded very much like a normal petrol engine). The turbo has a short lag (like most turbo's) but fly's when it kicks in, when you take your foot off the accelerator it tends to want to keep flying for a brief second. The turbo is not that powerful going up a steep hill with an accelerated burst but its more than enough. Very quiet car. Great seating position for viewing traffic. Drove past a current Nissan X-Trail which seemed small by comparison. You feel like king of the road driving this beauty. The electric rear tail door works brilliantly - so much smoother, quicker and quieter than the RAV4. Absolutely loved the very clear heads up display on the lower part of the windscreen - it tells speed, direction (NSEW), the digits are white when under speed limit and go orange when over (without a noisy voice saying you exceeding speed limit like the RAV4). The unit also warns when aproacing a red light camera (must have a great satnav unit - very accurate). Loved the digital speedo/taco which can change colours and as your parking or putting on indicators it shows the gutters and any blind spot cars The things that I could knock are: *Although 20" wheels, it feels small road bumps a bit, although the large wheels handle small holes in the road great (crushes them) * The rear turn indicators sit low near the bumper bar - should have remained high near stop lights * The extra feature round large dial just under the automatic gearbox push buttons (on the console) is a bit weak/plasticy - should have been made more solid (it flexes a tiny bit)
I really like this shape of the Santa Fe, since it was first introduced. It looks really good and stylish. Totally amazing update of the interior of this car. It looks very very smart. Great that it still comes with 2 different engine types as well. Great work Tom!
The Koreans are really putting out some amazing cars now. I'll be in the market for a new car within the next 6 weeks. Torn between this Santa Fe Highlander or the Kia Sorrento GT-Line. They both look like awesome cars. Love the dark interior trim with that caramel leather.
Really enjoyed yet another thought-provoking review, Tom, thanks. Would you draw any comparisons between this Santa Fe (Diesel Highlander) & the new Sorento (Diesel GT Line)? Main areas of interest for me are space (noticeable difference?) and handling. Many thanks.
Its a brilliant drive & a fantastic vehicle. The diesel is undoubtedly the pick of the range. This update will now last until late 2024 when a refresh should be due. Hybrid/PHEV will eventually be seen locally as well. Pass on the Euros & put your backside into better value Korean made vehicles.
@@cooljool1 the hybrid is generally fine for city areas , but you will negate any real saving on hwy runs. Diesel variants account for nearly 60% or so of sales in australia . This will change & its likely the oiler will go to about 45% , petrol about 30% & the hybrid the rest
5:13 "Very smart wireless charging". Not so smart after all, given it's wired Carplay and Auto... I don't get this with Hyundai and Kia, I've had a 2014 Santa Fe Highlander and it more of these half baked solutions.
I think Ed Sheeran has a point 😁But seriously, I really like this car and it's a month since I bought one. I know, it's a little bit old in 2023 and a new Santa Fe is coming next year. But in my opinion with this Santa Fe, especially with this top Highlander specification, you have more of a car than any other brand can offer. And also IMHO, Hyundai/KIA brands show much more progress than others
I don't like the front, it looks like a whale shark. The new Kia Sorento is a better looking vehicle in my opinion. Hey Tom, how about doing a road test with this new Santa Fe against the new Sorento with exactly the same powertrains and trim levels so we can see which is the better option.
Though I love touch buttons, I feek they could've separated some of them or compartmentalized them as it just seems like a huge mass of buttons in one spot. I suppose you'd get use to them eventually but at first surely you'd have to be looking for the button you need.
They should have gone for the 2.5Turbo petrol, a better engine all around and plenty of space for an AWD as it fits the GV70 nicely (no excuse for space)... Same for the Palisade...
@@sleepyjoescumbag1663 What is more premium about the r line? The interior is plasticky, the engine is hopelessly loud and under powered, the ac blows warm, the car feels smalll very small with tiny seats. Do you like hard plastics? the r line is full of that. Oh did i mention reliability?
VW is not reliable. My daughter's Polo aircon has has thousands to fix, not working again. Engine using oil at 150 000 km. My Hyundai Getz with similar km had no problems at all. A lot more basic inside though.
At 2:25 you'll see an ugly and very noticeable blanked off bit of plastic on an otherwise very stylish center console. That's the option to switch ON/OFF the auto start feature in other markets. Can't understand why Hyundai Australia would opt out for this feature and especially at this price point!. Hyundai need to learn from KIA that the Sorento (direct competitor) has all features as in other markets. A definite deal breaker for me and no, I'm not OCD!
I know it’s not relevant for everyone but would be great if these videos had a quick clip showing what a car seat/capsule looks like installed. Would think most people in this buying range have young ones. I have a qashqai and looking to upgrade as the qashqai is too small to fit car seat/capsule and sit comfortably in the front + not enough room in the boot for two kids worth of crap.
It’s look way too unique and solid car . The designers takes some risks. And it’s works well. Not to mention for example audi cars looks the same thing for decade
Excellent review. Other reveiwers mentioned something about the underchasis of the 2021 Sante fe being different and improved from the outgoing model. You say it feels the same. Could you please comment?
Just saw the Palisade review from John Cadogan. Seems like external dimension wise, the Palisade design is just a tad longer than the Santa Fe but costs on average 11k more (base trim to base trim). Think Palisade is very North American boxy design like those FBI/CIA vehicles (Suburban, Yukon, Tahoe) which some people may like
Yeah the Palisade gives you a LOT more interior space as well as the option of captains chairs in the back with walk through to third row. Perfect! John prefers the Kia Carnival but it's so uncomfortable to drive. Palisade is way more car like.
Too many electronic gizmos . Prefer to drive a car myself no have alarms and automatic braking etc. Don't need whiz bang audio,. Give me a CD player and a radio cassette. Way too dear. Nope.
Hi, isofix in third row? Do you think you could squeeze one average adult between two car seats in middle row? And lastly this or Kodiaq for toys/driving quality? Love your work and production, keep it up team!
I have owned 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander and Kia Sorrento GT Line So I would say I like 2021 Santa Fe interior & exterior better than Kia Sorrento GT Line. I am just waiting for Hybrid version in Australia and then decide .
Just for info, AUS 2.55 average household size(number of members in 2020), 136 place. First place is Senegal with 8.33. So SUV, third row seats, that is only fashion not practicality. Well, it is in Senegal but I am afraid that this is not Hyundai main market.
That statistic includes loads of single-person, young couple and retiree households, who aren’t relevant to the Santa Fe’s segment. If you took the average household of middle-aged couples the figure would shift
I am half of a DINK couple and we have a seven seater (not Santa Fe) so we can go out with friends and only have one designated driver. Squishy in the third row but we take it in turns.
A bit of tig wiggle for you. Htrac is fwd during normal operation. It operates just like 4motion’s haldex center differential (waits for slip) That’s how we get good gas mileage for an ‘awd’ vehicle
Sounds like 2023 Santa Fe will be perfect. I like how Tom described the rear centre armrest with two and a half cupholders, but you’d need to close your eyes to see it!
0 to 100 in 8.6s really isn't too bad for a little diesel in a heavy car I must admit. Thought it would be way more snail than that. Is this on showroom floors yet? Like the Palisade I can't find it for sale online.
To our quickest subscribers - this Santa Fe review was re-uploaded due to a small error in the initial upload. Thanks for watching again! -Tom
@Chasing Cars I have always love Hyundai Santa Fe and I hope 1 day I will be able to afford 1 of these machines. @Hyundai what can I do to get a Santa Fe model? even if it's the 2015 model?
Hyundai cars are not reliable and worth Nothing after 4yrs.
Hyundai is Killing it!!!!!
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@@factsmatter6980 thank you for that intriguing list, do you mind sharing your source url link, and reveal the other 6 small sized vehicle in the 10-list. Let the whole facts out so it can matter without bias, right?
Hyundai smartsteram engine became HUGE problem in south korea.
i recommend reconsideration if someone is trying to buy one.
I think the Santa Fe is awesome. I like the style and i love the two tone leather interior. i am going to buy one 👍😊
That’s a unique and distinctive looking car. The interior looks pretty nice, too. With the new long wheelbase Tucson coming out within the next few months, this new Santa Fe is more suited to people looking for a more roomy and comfortable compact/sub-midsize CUV. BTW, anybody know where this video was filmed? Hardly any traffic and very nice.
Nice review,
One small niggle you sometimes talk about an interior item but the camera cuts away to something else in the cabin,
ie rear flip down arm rest and not so bad window blinds.
Anyway always love your non biased reviews...
Thanks
I test drove this Santa Fe today and its very plush with a vast array of features (i.e., well provisioned could spend days working it all out) much better than the RAV 4 Cruiser. The front seats are both electric very comfortable with two pre-set driver position buttons near the top of the driver door.. In particular, the rear seats were the most comfortable I have ever experienced and sit up very well for vision. I almost immediately got used to the push button (DRNP) auto gearbox - worked great. I never drove a diesel turbo before that is so quiet and nor the usual truck like diesel noise (sounded very much like a normal petrol engine). The turbo has a short lag (like most turbo's) but fly's when it kicks in, when you take your foot off the accelerator it tends to want to keep flying for a brief second. The turbo is not that powerful going up a steep hill with an accelerated burst but its more than enough. Very quiet car. Great seating position for viewing traffic. Drove past a current Nissan X-Trail which seemed small by comparison. You feel like king of the road driving this beauty. The electric rear tail door works brilliantly - so much smoother, quicker and quieter than the RAV4. Absolutely loved the very clear heads up display on the lower part of the windscreen - it tells speed, direction (NSEW), the digits are white when under speed limit and go orange when over (without a noisy voice saying you exceeding speed limit like the RAV4). The unit also warns when aproacing a red light camera (must have a great satnav unit - very accurate).
Loved the digital speedo/taco which can change colours and as your parking or putting on indicators it shows the gutters and any blind spot cars
The things that I could knock are:
*Although 20" wheels, it feels small road bumps a bit, although the large wheels handle small holes in the road great (crushes them)
* The rear turn indicators sit low near the bumper bar - should have remained high near stop lights
* The extra feature round large dial just under the automatic gearbox push buttons (on the console) is a bit weak/plasticy - should have been made more solid (it flexes a tiny bit)
I really like this shape of the Santa Fe, since it was first introduced. It looks really good and stylish. Totally amazing update of the interior of this car. It looks very very smart. Great that it still comes with 2 different engine types as well. Great work Tom!
When seen them on the road, I've thought, wow! Very nice
The V6 is not a GDi engine, but a MPi engine..!!
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The Koreans are really putting out some amazing cars now. I'll be in the market for a new car within the next 6 weeks. Torn between this Santa Fe Highlander or the Kia Sorrento GT-Line. They both look like awesome cars. Love the dark interior trim with that caramel leather.
Love the review ,a great looking car . Anyone know the colour of the car ,looks great
plz do a comparo between Santa fe and Kia Sorrento...
Good idea.
Really enjoyed yet another thought-provoking review, Tom, thanks. Would you draw any comparisons between this Santa Fe (Diesel Highlander) & the new Sorento (Diesel GT Line)? Main areas of interest for me are space (noticeable difference?) and handling. Many thanks.
I like your review for Santa Fe better. I just watched other reviews for Santa fe Australia, not what I wanted to know.
Glad to hear that, Glenn!
Its a brilliant drive & a fantastic vehicle. The diesel is undoubtedly the pick of the range. This update will now last until late 2024 when a refresh should be due. Hybrid/PHEV will eventually be seen locally as well. Pass on the Euros & put your backside into better value Korean made vehicles.
the pick of the range is the hybrid.
@@cooljool1 the hybrid is generally fine for city areas , but you will negate any real saving on hwy runs. Diesel variants account for nearly 60% or so of sales in australia . This will change & its likely the oiler will go to about 45% , petrol about 30% & the hybrid the rest
5:13 "Very smart wireless charging". Not so smart after all, given it's wired Carplay and Auto... I don't get this with Hyundai and Kia, I've had a 2014 Santa Fe Highlander and it more of these half baked solutions.
Hi Tom, any chance of a direct comparison between the all-new 2021 Subaru Outback AWD Touring and the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander.
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I think Ed Sheeran has a point 😁But seriously, I really like this car and it's a month since I bought one. I know, it's a little bit old in 2023 and a new Santa Fe is coming next year. But in my opinion with this Santa Fe, especially with this top Highlander specification, you have more of a car than any other brand can offer. And also IMHO, Hyundai/KIA brands show much more progress than others
I don't like the front, it looks like a whale shark. The new Kia Sorento is a better looking vehicle in my opinion. Hey Tom, how about doing a road test with this new Santa Fe against the new Sorento with exactly the same powertrains and trim levels so we can see which is the better option.
You forgot the updated towing capacities. Great review as always.
Yes what is the towing capacity
Nice review once again Tom! Very informative. I am loving where Hyundai is heading 👍
Thanks for coming back through!
Still the best car review channel.....you helped me choose my new car this year mate. Have a great Christmas Tom
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Would you prefer this car or the kia sorento 2021 GT?
Great review.
Seriously don't like the front light system they're persisting with.
Though I love touch buttons, I feek they could've separated some of them or compartmentalized them as it just seems like a huge mass of buttons in one spot. I suppose you'd get use to them eventually but at first surely you'd have to be looking for the button you need.
i for one love having all buttons lined up neatly like in this car
Can't wait for your new electric Hyundai Ioniq review...fingers crossed maybe 2022 lol
Good car that one.
There was a railroad called ATSF or Santa Fe for short
I will be picking up my SF Highlander diesel next week. Love the reviews.
I’m sure you’ll enjoy the new car.
A review on MG ZS Ev perhaps...?
They should have gone for the 2.5Turbo petrol, a better engine all around and plenty of space for an AWD as it fits the GV70 nicely (no excuse for space)... Same for the Palisade...
Hyundai not a value brand anymore.
Bargain basement isn’t profitable. They’ve done their innings at that end of the market, I’d suggest.
Now jumping to Skoda?
@@sleepyjoescumbag1663 thats like saying the son is successful and accomplished when he is just playing with his dads money
@@sleepyjoescumbag1663 What is more premium about the r line? The interior is plasticky, the engine is hopelessly loud and under powered, the ac blows warm, the car feels smalll very small with tiny seats. Do you like hard plastics? the r line is full of that. Oh did i mention reliability?
VW is not reliable. My daughter's Polo aircon has has thousands to fix, not working again. Engine using oil at 150 000 km.
My Hyundai Getz with similar km had no problems at all. A lot more basic inside though.
At 2:25 you'll see an ugly and very noticeable blanked off bit of plastic on an otherwise very stylish center console. That's the option to switch ON/OFF the auto start feature in other markets. Can't understand why Hyundai Australia would opt out for this feature and especially at this price point!. Hyundai need to learn from KIA that the Sorento (direct competitor) has all features as in other markets. A definite deal breaker for me and no, I'm not OCD!
Which exterior colour is this?
The LWB Santa Fe in Oz is the REAL marketing coup for Hyundai Aus. end of story ..............
I know it’s not relevant for everyone but would be great if these videos had a quick clip showing what a car seat/capsule looks like installed.
Would think most people in this buying range have young ones.
I have a qashqai and looking to upgrade as the qashqai is too small to fit car seat/capsule and sit comfortably in the front + not enough room in the boot for two kids worth of crap.
First here
Hyundai products are getting better
They sure are
It’s look way too unique and solid car . The designers takes some risks. And it’s works well. Not to mention for example audi cars looks the same thing for decade
Why do so many car manufactures split the frontlights? This looks so ridiculous imo.
Excellent review.
Other reveiwers mentioned something about the underchasis of the 2021 Sante fe being different and improved from the outgoing model. You say it feels the same. Could you please comment?
I think the idea of having a central console, separating the driver seat and the passenger seat is not so good. It kind of feels disconnected somehow.
Great review. Can you demo the acoustics of the music system in future reviews? Nice to have.
Very nice .
Are the leather seats in the lower trims quilted like the top trim? I know the top trim is Nappa leather?
Sorry usual comment about headlights - active shadowing?
Will the 2.5 Turbo petrol come to Australia ?
Tom. Looks a great package, better value than a bmw
Just saw the Palisade review from John Cadogan. Seems like external dimension wise, the Palisade design is just a tad longer than the Santa Fe but costs on average 11k more (base trim to base trim). Think Palisade is very North American boxy design like those FBI/CIA vehicles (Suburban, Yukon, Tahoe) which some people may like
Yeah the Palisade gives you a LOT more interior space as well as the option of captains chairs in the back with walk through to third row. Perfect! John prefers the Kia Carnival but it's so uncomfortable to drive. Palisade is way more car like.
Too many electronic gizmos . Prefer to drive a car myself no have alarms and automatic braking etc.
Don't need whiz bang audio,. Give me a CD player and a radio cassette.
Way too dear. Nope.
How old are you, 60?
where is that location you done the test drive?
Hi, isofix in third row? Do you think you could squeeze one average adult between two car seats in middle row? And lastly this or Kodiaq for toys/driving quality? Love your work and production, keep it up team!
1.I don’t think there are isofix’s in the 3rd row. 2. a normal adult can comfortably sit between 2 baby seats in a second row. 3. This, imo :)
So glad we've found your channel... nice to actually have in depth reviews - rather than the 5 minute bites from others.
Welcome aboard! Glad you like the content.
Hi Tom
What would be your pick among Santa fe higllander or kia Sorrento gt line?
Great review asusaul mate 👍
I have owned 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander and Kia Sorrento GT Line So I would say I like 2021 Santa Fe interior & exterior better than Kia Sorrento GT Line. I am just waiting for Hybrid version in Australia and then decide .
Please review the new Skoda Superb Sportline
The Santa Fe existed far before 2018 in the US. It also costs a lot less in the US, where it is built. We can get cloth seats in the SEL.
That comment refers to this generation of Santa Fe, which launched globally in 2018.
Would be good to get self parjing review
It bothers me that the emblem isn't centered!
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HI Tom, can you confirm the colour in this video.
Is it magnetic force?
Hi Arun - I checked with Hyundai for you. The paint colour on this example is Rain Forest, not Magnetic Force.
This or Sorrento Tom?
I like to see the designers took risk
Just for info, AUS 2.55 average household size(number of members in 2020), 136 place. First place is Senegal with 8.33. So SUV, third row seats, that is only fashion not practicality. Well, it is in Senegal but I am afraid that this is not Hyundai main market.
That statistic includes loads of single-person, young couple and retiree households, who aren’t relevant to the Santa Fe’s segment. If you took the average household of middle-aged couples the figure would shift
I am half of a DINK couple and we have a seven seater (not Santa Fe) so we can go out with friends and only have one designated driver.
Squishy in the third row but we take it in turns.
What color is it?
how does interior quality compare to Mazda?
Materials feel largely on a par with a CX-9, aside from the Mazda’s lovely steering wheel - and also Hyundai’s secondary plastics mark up more easily
You and wheels Australia uploaded at the exact same time about this car. Are you affiliated?
No, with launch reviews the manufacturer sets the embargo that the various publications agree to respect
@@chasingcars thanks
Is this the same length as the previous model?
It’s a little longer - but only 15mm.
Love it
Hideous
Does it have isofix on all 3 mid row seats?
Nope but has also one on the front passenger seat, so will fit 3 baby seats
"Relegating" to the touch screen?
Yep
Very nice! Great work!
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It looks like a GV80!
I’d say they’ve definitely borrowed... look at the quilted leather too!
I think Santa Fe looks better than Sorento Sorento is kinda overdone on some areas
Why did they ruin the Santa fe? I love my 2003 Santa Fe. I am looking to get a newer one but all of this makes me want to just keep my Golden Gunther.
A bit of tig wiggle for you. Htrac is fwd during normal operation. It operates just like 4motion’s haldex center differential (waits for slip) That’s how we get good gas mileage for an ‘awd’ vehicle
Will you guys be reviewing the new MG EV?? Would love to see that one.
You are looking at a Chinese car WTF 👎
Sounds like 2023 Santa Fe will be perfect.
I like how Tom described the rear centre armrest with two and a half cupholders, but you’d need to close your eyes to see it!
I don't like front grill. Looks like a fish. The previous grill/front facia looked better imo.
Nice review. Next time maybe skip recording in the middle of a cicada's nest! The noise drove me nuts!
how much price for that car?
For some reason....... I’m just not a fan of Korean cars ...... I think they are just overpriced and not as reliable as Japanese cars, anyone?
0 to 100 in 8.6s really isn't too bad for a little diesel in a heavy car I must admit. Thought it would be way more snail than that.
Is this on showroom floors yet? Like the Palisade I can't find it for sale online.
Yeah, I’d say the performance is adequate. Not exciting, but definitely adequate.
Maybe thanks to the dual-clutch gearbox?
@@acde9355 Yea true that.
@@chasingcars adequate = underpowered