2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Review | Way more than a bargain SUV.

[@naderm1396]

This SUV has a tremendously large cargo space! Not sure what you are talking about. It's absolutely massive.

[@dan_in_sd]

Just bought a 2020 here in the Year Of 2024, 76,000 mi on it. Barely broken in. Love it. Absa f-ing loot-ly. Such a great buy. Spent $21k for the 2,0T Limited model. So happy thus far

[@JrBarthelemy]

Would you say it’s a good amount of space for a family of 4?

[@Spiderboygx]

I love mine too! Just about a month ago I bought the 2019 2.0T limited HTRAC with 50,000 for $24k

[@Spiderboygx]

@@JrBarthelemy easily!

[@stephenhendricks103]

The Santa Fe is an appealing crossover in a number of ways. At 188" in length it anchors the smaller end of the midsize SUV category with a length virtually the same as the Ford Edge. And while many consumers don't seem to recognize the fact and reviewers seldom mention it, the Santa Fe is closely related to the 189" long KIA Sorento with many of the features and components from the same parts bin (e.g. same transmissions, infotainment systems, AWD systems, etc) and nearly identical cargo and passenger room (in the first and second rows.) Overall the Sorento's cargo space is about 2 cubic ft larger. The differences in the 2020 models are primarily that the Sorento provides a surprisingly accommodating third row of seats when needed versus the two rows in the Santa Fe that has underfloor cargo space that's taken up by the Sorento's (stowed) third row and the Sorento's optional 3.3L NA V6 engine vs the Santa Fe's 2.0L turbo 4. In terms of MSRP's, the top trim Sorento is about $1K more than the comparable Santa Fe but in real world transactions that difference may not hold up. Hyundai and KIA typically stagger the introduction of new generations of their similar products by a year, or so, with Hyundai typically including new features that show up a year later in corresponding KIA models. That pattern seems to be reversed in this case. The 2021 Sorento is heavily redesigned with a 2.5L 4 cylinder turbo engine option that replaces the V6. It's the same engine (in different tune states) found in the performance versions of the forthcoming Sonata, the K5 and in the base version of the Genesis GV80 and G80. In addition the Sorento will offer a new hybrid version. The 2021 Santa Fe, on the other hand, is a mild re-do of the 2020 model with its engine options and other features largely unchanged. Almost certainly those changes will be incorporated in the 2022 Santa Fe. As an owner of (my second) KIA Sorento my preference is obvious but both the Sorento and the Santa Fe are excellent, versatile, feature packed and Goldilocks size alternatives. Neither stands out as starkly versus its rivals as much as the Telluride and Palisade but each is an excellent choice.

[@jermen5137]

I’m getting this!! So excited! And I like the 2019 and 2020 better than the 2021.

[@jermen5137]

@Charles Michaels huh lol

[@jauregui5558]

Rented this. Drove from LA to Carlsbad to ABQ to Grand Canyon and back. Buying one when I get home.

[@NileshR12]

I would go for this Limited 2.0T trim bc of the fact that it has heated AND ventilated front seats, the panoramic sunroof, the Infinity audio system with Clari-Fi music restoration technology, & other features that make it feel more like a luxury CUV/ SUV. It's almost as nice as Genesis GV80 on a much more attainable budget. I mean the 2021-22 Santa Fe Calligraphy trim looks even more upscale & has more tech & features, that makes it feel even more like a Genesis GV80 but on a more attainable budget with a shorter front end, which makes it easier to drive in cities as well

[@mikedallmeier]

The wife and I just bought a 2020 in December, fully loaded for 31600! This vehicle puts the Ford Edge to shame!

[@gene978]

We love our SEL PLUS. Quiet, Excellent ride, Best Tech that WORKS., Lot more Room then competitors and that Warranty. our cost for the SEL PLUS was $34K and We prefer the cloth seats. Even the Headliner is Awesome. Should we have picked up a Teluride or Pallisade? They were just coming out and hard to come by. If you need the room by all means. This Santa Fe is the size of a Ford Edge, for a lot less money and more interior Style.

[@bextar6365]

Exactly right on all! your facts...…….

[@TraumaQueen939]

The PCH 😍😍 We did a vacation where we drove up the PCH and it was beautiful!!

[@TruthHasSpoken]

*Buy the 2020 model. The center stack on the 2021 model is simply in a word: hideous,* following the horrible auto design trend of center stacks getting taller and wider, making the driver not only FEEL boxed in but truly boxed in so that one can not move their right knee, especially important when on cruise control on a long trip.

[@karldunnegan2689]

Looks good to me, Gomer.....maybe your panties are all twisted.

[@NileshR12]

Ok I can see the new center being an issue, but the buttons in the center stack on the Calligraphy trim look like they got a Genesis level of detail to them. The switchgear looks higher in quality & very elegant. It helps to make the Santa Fe feel like a luxury CUV/ SUV. Not that the controls are bad in this one, but they look even better in the 21-22 Santa Fe Calligraphy trim

[@TruthHasSpoken]

@@NileshR12 agree that there is a tradeoff happening here ... (higher quality / feel vs being more boxed in as a driver). It shouldn't be either, or but both improved.

[@NileshR12]

1:31 & 5:45 Where is the demo of the blind view monitor system? Is this the same Blind Spot View Monitor available in the 2021-22 Santa Fe that it got with the refresh? I know the Limited & Calligraphy trims have that on the refreshed Santa Fe

[@craiggoldstein2461]

One of the best car reviews I've seen. Well done!

[@Paul-lm5gv]

$40,000 for a car a real bargain? The part of the country where we live, that's one-third of a house mortgage! And then it's worth 20% LESS as soon as you drive it off the lot while the house will appreciate in value!

[@deelanaS]

I mean Hyundai and Kia are on a roll!!!

[@letsseeif]

Yes. And on a Global basis. (from Melb Australia)

[@southernbelle850]

I'm wore out on reviews.. can someone please tell me simply the biggest differences between the 2019 and 2020? Trying to understand if it's worth more money for the 2020 Santa Fe .

[@jeremyn7605]

I own a 2019 limited santa fe and theres nothing difference from the 2020.

[@moeisdeadhomer]

Hmmm..... The one comment I would make is that since the Santa Fe’s dropped their 6 cylinder options, and just went to 4 cylinder turbo, not everyone is happy. Ever since then, dealerships are trying like crazy to get prior 6 cylinder model owners to turn in their old cars because there is a demand for them. Seems more people want those then the newer models, or moving unnecessarily to the larger Palisade model. You can put a lot of lipstick on it, but it is still a poor choice.

[@steelydanfan100]

The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has two new engine choices, both with more HP/torque than the 2010/20 engines. The new 2021 2.5T has 277HP/311 ft lbs torque which is 6 cyl territory IMO ......

[@NileshR12]

@@steelydanfan100 It has 281 HP

[@louannenixon9466]

I can only receive text messages when I'm in the "android auto" mode. I don't even get notifications of text messages. No problem making and receiving calls. I have taken it back to the dealer and to an audio store, no one can figure it out. Love everything else about 2020 Santa fe, however running a business, it's important for me to at least get text messages, so I can answer them accordingly.

[@alexbojsza734]

Why don't you do a review on the less expensive one not everybody would spend $41,000 and you have to be crazy spend $41,000 on a Hyundai Santa Fe I buy a Toyota Highlander for that price you get a nice V6 engine and reliability

[@whyyouwannaknowmyname4598]

I just bought the Santa Fe SEL + convenience package and paid less than $30K out the door. I love it!

[@Platelunchexpress]

Great review, awesome vehicle

[@djm4457]

Fantastic review!

[@clemnewton9995]

Hopefully engine does not blow up wht good is a warranty if does not make to 100000 before blown up kia and Hyundai need to fix all motors and recall all tht blown up for tht money buy something with a v6

[@kanoriw273]

Great car but it's so badly priced! For all the features I want, 40k+, I rather spend it on a luxury car brand. What are they thinking?

[@NileshR12]

To get the same features in a luxury brand midsize CUV/ SUV it would be $10-40k more depending on the vehicle. So this is actually a bargain compared to most luxury midsize CUV/ SUVs. This has almost all of the tech & luxury features from a midsize luxury CUV/ SUV without that luxury brand premium pricetag you have to pay to get that size of vehicle from a luxury brand with the luxury features you want

[@alexbojsza734]

7 why don't they make cars with a 6 cylinder the 4-cylinder stink the crappy if you put a turbo out on the only problem with turbo is it kills the engine faster it won't last that long so I give you advice people if you get in the turbo engine lease the car don't buy it

[@FlyGuy457]

At 41k, somebody has to be loaded and not meaning rich. It's a simple Hyundai. I know of no one that believes Hyundai or Kia are worth the cost of purchase. Good luck though.

[@timedone8502]

So for the same quality, features and options, which brand is cheaper? Oh I know, Indian or Chinese brands will be cheaper for sure. Good luck though.

[@bextar6365]

This guy Car Guru is F-O-S

[@FlyGuy457]

@@timedone8502 So, let's let a few features go-just for fun. Toyota Highlander, better quality/resale etc. There literally is no comparison. 34k gets you a reliable v6, tows, third row. I just don't understand the Kia/Hyundai review fascination when you can buy a used one for a quarter of the price while you can't find a toyota that is used. And I'd say I am a Toyota fan boy but, I buy two cars a year and I simply can't see any value in the Korean models. Good luck to us all.

[@FlyGuy457]

@Shamur Stewart Just curious, you would pay 41k to get from A to B? If so, would you rather have dependable transport, quality build and then, when all is done, a very decent resale?

[@timedone8502]

Jon McCargar where I live in Canada, comparable models (Toyota vs Hyundai/Kia) carry very similar sticker prices with Toyota being a few hundreds $ more expensive. Hyundai/kia dealers normally offer a much better discount than Toyota dealers. On top of that Hyundai/Kia here offer 0% financing for up to 84 months on many models. Toyota? Not a chance. You’re lucky to get 2.5% with them. So all in all your purchasing price is much lower. Resale is lower for sure but with much lower initial purchasing price, it is just all the same at the end of the day. My Hyundai is 9 years old and gave me no problem whatsoever. My dad drives a Toyota and no way in hell I would drive it. I don’t plan to buy a new car and my humble Hyundai have at least 5 more years to give. Sorry to learn you know nobody that understands Hyundai/Kia value proposition. Your world must be pretty narrow. Here in my little country, Hyundai/Kia are very popular.

[@huke2830]

can

[@karldunnegan2689]

This guy needs a bra.

[@BTC909]

Needs to be an actual midsize. Don't offer a 3rd row. Overpriced. Both engines are junk, especially the 2.4L. Any recalls yet? Oh if it has the knock sensor blah, blah, blah. I'd only offer this with whatever the Sorento Hybrid offers. On Limited offer an air suspension that will lower the vehicle based on a pre-determined setting to attract older buyers or buyers with disabilities. You are much better off with the Sorento & it's V6.