2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid - The SUV You Didn't Know You Wanted

[@BhutJolokias]

Went and test drove a Calligraphy Hybrid AWD in the US this morning. It has 4 drive modes, Economy, Sport, Normal, and Snow. We were very impressed and will be buying one next week. Enjoyed your video, so you have a new subscriber.

[@ecovango6675]

I absolutely love my 2024Hyundai Santa Fe SEL all-wheel-drive hybrid! It has all the features that you need. Plus it has 18 inch wheels for a great ride +18 inch tires are much less expensive than the 20 or the 21s my life mileage for 2000 miles is 36.6 miles per gallon! Could not be happier with my choice. Zero issue zero problems.

[@TheNovakReport]

This is the '24 and a new design completely, but if you're happy with this one, the new version would probably be to your liking as well.

[@ecovango6675]

@@TheNovakReport yes sorry for the typo. It’s a 2024 the new design! Absolutely love it 😊

[@TheNovakReport]

@@ecovango6675 ahhh, well nevermind then! 😀

[@rustythelegend]

does it have heads up display in the hybrid? also how long does the charge last for hybrid, do u have to plug it in to charge, how much kms do you get in hybrid? I'm in Canada wanna buy one

[@joed3264]

Just bought a 2025 Hybrid. Getting 36mpg. Love it.

[@Bacteriod]

Me too!

[@thelastdragon4324]

The calligraphy felt amazing ride and loaded with options

[@joelmcneney5366]

Wish they had XRT hybrid

[@dheerajgupta5830]

Just a question that I couldn’t get answered, does hybrid Preferred has sunroof and moonroof w/wo trend package?

[@TheNovakReport]

I tried to look back into my notes including a presentation they had at the media launch. I can't seem to confirm this from my notes. I apologize, but I looked and can't find the answer.

[@jspeedadventures]

Sunroof with Trend package only.

[@Bacteriod]

You need to get the Trend pkg to get the sunroof option

[@northernrcflyer]

Thank you for the thorough review. I know the test was done on mostly flat terrain, but we live near the mountains. Do you feel this vehicle would have enough power to drive the mountains between the prairies and BC? We make this drive once or twice each year. Thanks

[@TheNovakReport]

I've driven many of the roads you speak of in vehicles with similar or even less power. You shouldn't have any problems. Thanks for your kind feedback. :)

[@northernrcflyer]

@@TheNovakReport wonderful. Thank you very much for your response. The issue is always passing on the uphill when you encounter semis or campers on those roads. Did you find the highway mileage was better in the hybrid than the gas version as well? Many of my kms are on the highway/freeway.

[@TheNovakReport]

@@northernrcflyer yes, I appreciate that. But unless you're in a high powered sports car or luxury SUV, those passes will be a bit of a challenge for just about any standard vehicle in this class.

[@northernrcflyer]

@@TheNovakReport fair. I had no problem in my current 2022 Rogue or the Subaru Outback we had. I imagine it would behave similar to a standard engine Outback. Thanks

[@northernrcflyer]

@@TheNovakReport does the hybrid also get better mileage on the highway, or is the difference mainly just for city driving? Thanks!

[@jace888au]

I didn't realise that other markets didn't get Calligraphy Hybrid... in Australia we only get the hybrids so it meant Calligraphy 6 seater was a hybrid too! Given all the news about the DCT failures though, I think this is a dodged bullet for us.

[@TheNovakReport]

Hyundai, like most automakers will have product planners in each country where they operate. They will have input on which trims or features are likely to be in demand and will make requests for market specific trim levels to sell. Canadians, for example love AWD on everything and other features like heated seats and steering wheels are very popular as winter in some parts of the country can be long and cold. But all that said, I think a Calligraphy trim in the hybrid would do well here if Hyundai can allocate some.

[@KingJames4life]

The batteries are under warranty for 10years

[@redkulaT]

Does the Hybid powertrain have the captain seats configuration too?

[@TheNovakReport]

No. I mention in my video what the differences are with regard to features and options between the gas only and the hybrid. Please have a watch to learn all the differences.

[@kennethsilvestri4161]

Calligraphy only

[@kennethsilvestri4161]

I'm sorry I didn't get it! But ca is excellent IMO❤ Matte finish, UGH....

[@zdzislawmeglicki2262]

I believe Santa Fe Hybrid does not come with a spare tire. Why?

[@TheNovakReport]

It's a growing trend across the industry. The main reason is cost cutting to keep prices down. But usually when a model doesn't come with a spare it does include a rapid tire inflator kit.

[@jspeedadventures]

Price, weight and space for the battery all factor in here.

[@MM-ig2zq]

Recall for the 2.5 Turbo. Transmission software must updated.

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

I own a Calligraohy Hybrid in Canada. NHL Edition, 500 made. I don’t have any particular like for hockey, too bad it wasn’t an NBA Edition. It comes with carbon fiber runners with a team logo on them and special mats. I’m not going to be installing those. Also a signed jersey. Again not of concern to me. But what I got it for was the pecan interior on a Calligraohy. It’s just gorgeous. The paint is a special edition matte white that’s really nice too. But yeah, I did it for the pecan.

[@TheNovakReport]

Hyundai Canada has an agreement with the NHL, NHLPA and the NHL Alumni Association to be their official automotive partner. They hold no similar relationship with the NBA.

[@opinionatedhobbyist]

@@TheNovakReport Strange that partial funds from the purchase go to a Chicago Blackhawks related charitable effort instead of one here in Canada.

[@joed3264]

The Hybrid engines are made in Korea. The vehicle is assembled in Alabama.

[@Bacteriod]

You're partly right, the engines are made in Korea. But only the US bound Hybrids are assembled in the US. The models coming to Canada are assembled in Ulsan Korea.

[@joed3264]

@@Bacteriod I live in Alabama.

[@Bacteriod]

@@joed3264 I live in Canada.

[@joed3264]

@@Bacteriod How do you like your liberal woke leader? Gave up most of your guns.

[@Bacteriod]

Huh? how did this suddenly become political? Have a great day. And I didn't have any guns to give up. we don't need them up here. It's engrained in your culture not ours.

[@DrinkhtooO]

I get nowhere near the listed gas mileage in mine. I'm lucky if I get 27.5mpg. 90% highway. Just hit 4000 miles

[@TheNovakReport]

There are a multitude of factors that can influence fuel economy. Everything from payload, driving style (heavy foot or jack rabbit starts are killers), climate, topography and more. It would be hard to say what the reasoning is without being there, but run through a check list that organizations like AAA or similar have to help improve fuel economy.

[@bfish9700]

The hybrid is better, I agree. But I wouldn't save enough on gas to justify the higher cost. I found a gas calligraphy for less than the price of a hybrid limited.

[@thelastdragon4324]

We are looking for red/gray interior calligraphy here in NC but hard to find and I think k their jacking price up big time

[@stephen1991]

Personally, I’d prefer the 2.5 for the extra power, but I’m wary of the dct. My future will involve much less driving so I’ll never recoup the difference in price surcharge, but I’ve owned that 6 speed tranny before and they are nearly indestructible.

[@kennethsilvestri4161]

Same price point gas vs. Hybrid

[@Opine.Social]

I'm interested when they offer a calligraphy trim in the Hybrid, otherwise I'll wait.

[@TheNovakReport]

That's something you should let your local dealer know. Product planners for each country try to predict their market and input from customers or potential customers is always helpful.

[@bfish9700]

There are calligraphy hybrids in the US. I drove one yesterday. They just sell quickly.

[@TheNovakReport]

@@bfish9700 yes, I mentioned in the video that the US has a broader trim line offering than Canada, which is where the commenter you are responding to is from.

[@arlenboyer-v9v]

i will buy the gas i would rather support our countries jobs USA so i will give up some mpgs but thats fine with me.

[@TheCoolOwen]

That Hyundai looks like a rolling garbage bin.

[@TheNovakReport]

That's a subjective assessment, but there's certainly a lot of them driving around!

[@TheCoolOwen]

@@TheNovakReport still, the boxy ripoff styling of the Land Rover defender with the mini-van chassis isn’t fooling anyone. I miss the fluidic sculptural design of Hyundai back in the early 2010s.

[@TheNovakReport]

@@TheCoolOwen sales have been brisk so far. I guess it's fooling many then.

[@TheCoolOwen]

@@TheNovakReport until Hyundai is forced to buy so many back under the Lemon Laws 🍋

[@TheNovakReport]

@@TheCoolOwen I have no skin in the game, and you have no love, but buybacks are not as frequent as you suggest. Anyway, you're not a fan...duly noted. Thanks for watching.