2023 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL AWD | Everyday Family Hauler?

[@kebehpewu5688]

Just got the 2023, I’m loving it.

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Awesome! I have family that purchased a 2023 SEL as well. It's a great package.

[@mattmulhearn668]

How was the process of buying a new vehicle. I'm about to go to the dealership, I've never bought brand new..I always feel like they won't let you leave until you buy a vehicle

[@jimnelms3503]

I also just bought the 2023 model. I upgraded from the Tuscan. I love the Santa Fe!

[@Bryan_Sims]

Can’t believe how stacked this car is in features for this to be the base model

[@ofcbob6391]

One year later, any issues?

[@StarShippCaptain]

Super Review! One of the BEST Reviews for Details! Excellent coverage and presentation. 10 Gold Stars!

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Thanks again!

[@johnmatuszak8447]

I got the 2023 Santa Fe SEL in Portifino Gray 3 weeks ago, I LOVE IT!!! BEST SUV EVER. Had a Chevy Equinox before this Hyundai is by far MUCH BETTER!!

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Great to hear!

[@stephanieMiles-l6e]

Had a 2018 Santa Fe sport, loved it. Got T boned and totaled. Held up well in crash protection wise. Got a 2023 SEL and love it!!

[@jhamby1992]

Currently trying to trade my 2019 Santa Fe for a 2023! Hoping and praying I get it!!

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Good luck! It's a good step up in technology for sure.

[@StarShippCaptain]

I hope you get it too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@AlejandroP1980s]

@@CarsMadeSimple 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 250k miles still running strong but need upgrade

[@sir-mike-a-lot]

Just got the 2023. LOVE it. It was not even on my radar at all. Random lady told me she bought 4 of them in the last few decades, and put over 200,000 miles on each. She said they never had any repair issues at all. So yeah, it 'feels' like a honda cr-v sort of. smooth. comfortable. and not as expensive as all others in that size.

[@brendajames2236]

Recently purchased the Santa Fe SEL. Getting aquainted with it. So far I love the way it drives and it does have more room. I replaced a 2017 Santa Fe. I love all of the new features. I just returned from a 400 mile trip. It performed very well. I have several trips planned for the summer. Looking forward pleasant outcomes. My daughter also has one as well and loves it. I would definitely recommend this car.

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Great to hear!

[@davidcederquist6105]

I have a 2022 SEL Premium, its been absolutely perfect. Not a single issue. It's perfect for the wife and myself plus out 2 dogs. No kids, they are all grown up and out on there own. This is a lease but planning to buy it afterwards. Great SUV at a great price. Had a Tucson 1.6 t with dual clutch, that trans was terrible! I wish the 2.5T didn't have the dual clutch transmission but overall I am happy with this vehicle

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@johntaylor4870]

Excellent review

[@circleforalanding]

Bought 2023 Santa Fe SEL in March of '23. Very good vehicle, but I really prefer the shiny grill of the '22. Only gripe is that the rearview mirror isn't auto dimming.

[@SaifAli-pq1dq]

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[@Sharkeater24]

How is the real world fuel economy for the awd?

[@ofcbob6391]

Say, anyone know if the base engine has both port -and- direct fuel injection (to keep the valves from carbon buildup) ? Thought I saw that somewhere. Only other engine in this class that has it is the RAV4 engine.

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Yes, the 2.5 NA has dual injection.

[@minisenor]

Thank you! Great video, keep it up!

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Thanks Harry! I appreciate your support.

[@knikgoddy1]

I have a 2019 BMW 530i and have also driven the 2022 version but my 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe is 10X advanced when it comes to the tech.

[@digitaldufus]

We love our 2023 Santa Fe! When taking long trips on highways using the technologically advanced lane assist feature, it is a pure joy.

[@arizonared2000]

All my previous Santa Fe's were V6 or Turbo. With prices rising nearly every day and inventory issue, I was thinking about the SEL, but nervous about the engine not being powerful enough, from what I have heard. What is your opinion on the SEL engine? Thanks

[@shanemonahan436]

Just picked one up for my wife. It needs more power. It will be fine for a round town, and a good family car. But it very mediocre on gas mileage and power

[@zxtenn]

I have a 2023 Tuscon with the 2.5, acceleration isn't fast but more than acceptable and cruises at 70 at 2000 rpm, i live in NC but i have a hideaway in WV and i get 30 mpg highway and mine in the SEL AWD with convenience package. Dont expect amazing acceleration which i didnt or maybe take a test drive 1st. Like i said great MPG for an AWD suv

[@davidarnold6376]

The base 2.5 is fine…long as you’re not interested in towing!

[@zxtenn]

I have a 2023 SEL AWD with the convenience package and as long as you dont expect 0-60 in 6 seconds its acceptable and i get 30 mph strictly highway. It cruises at 70-75 easily at 2000 rpm, smooth and quiet with excellent road tracking so considering its size its impressive. I live and work in NC but i have a hideaway in WV and trying out the traction on snowy and icy inclined roads i was impressed as it went right up, however its NOT an offroad vehicle and not limited slip but as i said no wheel spin in snowy weather, thats all i need and expected.

[@Cruzan9]

My brother drives the 2020 model and it has a turbo. He says there is no delay it just goes.

[@moneyparhar]

I got same trim color 2023 santa fe sel. Sold my 2005 911 private party after owning for 6 year. Sold bcz I had kid and needed family vehicle and didn't want another car loan for now. Sacrifice made.

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Wow, that does sound like a sacrifice! Good on your for doing what's best for your family. You can always search for another down the road.

[@Bigd40589]

I have 2018 tuscon sel, hows the audio quality on 2023 santa fe sel standard compared to that

[@CarsMadeSimple]

I can't say for sure but they should be very comparable. They should both have a 6 speaker audio system.

[@andrewseebrat3449]

Hello can u do a video on the 2023 hyundai santa fe sel premium I got a 2021 hyundai santa fe sel looking to trade to a 2022 convenience premium or a 2023 premium

[@CarsMadeSimple]

I will definitely make more videos as we get vehicles in. Right now it appears we don't have anything other than SE, base SEL, or Limited's coming in.

[@Cruzan9]

I am getting a 2023 base SEL because the dealership sold the fully loaded 2022 I was trying to get. The sales guy was annoyed. If they don't talk to each other this kind of thing will keep happening. So now I am stuck paying more money for their screw up. I was fine with a 2022 but now only slightly used 2023 models that meet my parameters are available. It is either this or a Nissan Rogue and they are way too overpriced right now that it borders on criminal.

[@mrraps101]

Is there a 3rd row?

[@JasonKim1]

No

[@Danielle-tx2es]

i like the black ceiling..

[@davidarnold6376]

Are you sure the SEL has heated mirrors….?

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Yes!

[@lupesanchez3832]

which trim has the moon roof?

[@CarsMadeSimple]

The SEL Convenience has the smaller sunroof and the N-Line / Limited (along with SEL Convenience Hybrid and Limited Hybrid) have the panoramic type.

[@lupesanchez3832]

@@CarsMadeSimple thank you

[@dorothyjones3441]

Hi I have the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Sel with the convenience package and my SUV looks way Better, and I love it.

[@CarsMadeSimple]

The additional satin chrome on the outside does make it look quite premium!

[@henrikkoukku2896]

What is new and different in the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe model, compared to the 2022 model?. 🤔 What about the difference between the 2022 and 2023 Calligraphy package models?.

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Check out the changes video here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIKtoZZ8Yr6mf80

[@thesachswayoflife3942]

Little annoyed but not overly. I just bought a new 2022 SEL. The convenience package was not included it was an upgrade and to find an SEL with that was hard. I do like that I do have wireless apple car play. Overall it’s not toooo much of a change. Just annoying that in order to get the convince I would have had to buy the XRT. I’m sure that’s just how buying a car is now a days with the chip shortage

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Yeah it always feels like a little disappointment if you purchase a car a few months before the next model year comes out and they made changes that you would have liked to have. The base SEL is very well equipped now for sure. The 2022 SEL is still nice though.

[@bawbremy]

Why is the Reverse gear button towards the front of car and the Drive button towards to back of the car?

[@CarsMadeSimple]

I would believe they did that to mimic a traditional shifter where you pull back for drive and push forward for park.

[@serdartrabzonlu2755]

So? What is diffeence with 2022 and 2023 santa fe? Can u tell pls..?

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Full video covering just that! - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIKtoZZ8Yr6mf80

[@RC94332]

Too many buttons in center console area

[@StarShippCaptain]

Dedicated Buttons are faster than using an Infotainment System where you have to scroll through menus to get to what you are after. So, an advantage to Buttons there.

[@ofcbob6391]

I live that! And no piano black dust/fingerprint magnets!

[@danfoss1535]

I'm looking for a 2023 HYBRID Santa Fe or Tucson base model ("Blue trim")

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Feel free to reach out! We have both a Santa Fe Hybrid along with one or two Tucson Hybrid's allocated to us including a Blue trim. www.greenfamilyhyundai.com/new-vehicles/

[@danfoss1535]

Unfortunately I'm in El Paso, and I want the base model

[@lukeanderson4940]

Wow the center console/radio interface/ climate control button stack for this is disgusting. That’s like 100 buttons within inches of one another… way too clustered and crowded. EVERYTHING you do with the car is right there

[@TBISYTC]

I hope for the next model year they increase the leg and thigh room for the driver! Us tall folks like this vehicle but can't fit in it comfortably; Hyundai, you are missing out!!

[@CarsMadeSimple]

I haven't heard of too many issues from taller/larger people with the Santa Fe.

[@digitaldufus]

I'm 5'11' and I actually have TOO much leg room in our 2023 Santa Fe -- so I put a small pillow or cloth bundle between my left thigh and the driver's door to scrunch my legs closer together!

[@zynterlinked]

35k is way to much, pricing this the same as a honda or toyota is stupid when this won't last nearly as long

[@ofcbob6391]

Honda's are no longer all that reliable, they have lots of issues. Hyundai has a 10 year warranty, Toyota has 5 yrs. Hmm.

[@zynterlinked]

@@ofcbob6391 Not sure what makes you say that, Honda's are as good as they always have been, You will definitely be using that warranty with Hyundai as well lol

[@dosorio911]

Hyundai has the BEST warranty on the market. That speaks for itself. You get alot more bang for your buck with this Santa Fe.

[@ebellism]

Wires for phones no thanks

[@gdesses]

Talks too fast otherwise very informative.

[@HEA5690]

You can literally slow down the playback speed in the settings

[@captbosco]

2023 is not as nice looking as the 2022

[@CarsMadeSimple]

The loss of the chrome grille and trim on the base SEL does make a difference. Outside of this, it is largely the same on the exterior.