2024 Hyundai Santa Fe SHOWDOWN // Rugged XRT vs. Luxury Calligraphy

#hyundaisantafe
Here are the differences of the #offroad focused #xrt model against the #luxury bent #calligraphy #santafe #hyundai #2024 #turbo #hybrid
Hyundai Releases All-New 2024 Santa Fe Pricing
All-new 2024 Santa Fe starting at $33,950*
Standard three-row seating with more interior room
Standard 2.5L turbocharged powertrain with eight-speed dual-clutch transmission
Rugged XRT features standard 30-inch all-terrain tires, additional ground clearance
The all-new Santa Fe presents a bold, new, upright design for a rugged-yet-sophisticated appearance. Designed from the inside out, Santa Fe features increased dimensions for cargo loading, with a liftgate opening that is nearly six inches wider and two inches taller than the previous generation. Santa Fe’s wheelbase and length have also increased about two inches for increased passenger comfort and standard three-row seating. SE through Limited trims offer second-row bench seats, while the range-topping Calligraphy model gets power-adjustable second-row captain’s chairs, allowing Santa Fe to comfortably accommodate either six or seven passengers based on trim. Santa Fe even offers easier access to roof storage thanks to innovative self-concealing grab handles integrated into the C-pillars.
A turbocharged, direct-injected 2.5L turbo, making 277 horsepower is standard. Also available is a 1.6L turbocharged hybrid powertrain generating 178 horsepower (231-hp total system output). The 2.5T model is mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, while the hybrid is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. All trims are available in either FWD or AWD, with the exception of the outdoor-focused XRT, which is available exclusively with AWD.
Several new standout features are available on the Santa Fe. A new standard dual-hinged center console allows both front and rear passengers to access the front center console, making it easier for second-row occupants to also access what they need. All 2024 Santa Fe models feature OTA1(Over-The-Air) updates, allowing the vehicle’s software to be updated wirelessly with minimal downtime. An available 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster seamlessly connects to the 12.3-inch navigation display, offering a premium, easy-to-use interface to access features like music, vehicle settings, and navigation. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto® connectivity are standard. Available dual-wireless device charging, a UV-C sanitizing compartment, and camera-based digital rearview mirror are also new.
The 2024 Santa Fe XRT also receives some major upgrades with increased capability in mind. For the first time on any Hyundai vehicle, All-terrain tires are standard on XRT, paired with unique black-finish alloy wheels. Thanks in part to its 30-inch tires, the XRT also boasts increased ground clearance (approximately +1.3 inches). XRT also features improved towing capacity (from 3,500 lbs. to 4,500 lbs. rating), uniquely rugged exterior and interior trim, and standard HTRAC® AWD.
00:00 - Exterior XRT vs Calligraphy
04:13 - Interior XRT vs. Calligraphy
06:40 - Specs
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[@dylanfitzgerald1780]

Bought the calligraphy last week, we absolutely love it

[@joseabreu5802]

How much????

[@dylanfitzgerald1780]

@@joseabreu5802 50k

[@iamgermane]

Towing without trailer brakes: 1650.

[@u2cya]

Definitely would have XRT model if it has 360 view camera option. Very unfortunate.

[@iamgermane]

Towing without trailer brakes: 1650.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

I have to go all luxury and get the Calligraphy trim! I'm just a bougie person by nature.

[@user-cq9su3zz6d]

Okay this would be my perfect Santa Fe. I would get the green calligraphy hybrid with pecan brown interior. I would swap out the calligraphy wheels for the XRT off road wheels. Can’t wait until the hybrid one comes out. Please do a real world MPG test on the AWD hybrid if you get a chance to review!

[@joseabreu5802]

I love it....me too...or white internal and external

[@srandyt2]

Hope you enjoyed my state. Nice review. Looking forward to the drive.

[@KirkKreifels]

It was gorgeous. Miss the mountains and rivers already.

[@jameswatt5557]

How did you get a skid plate on the XRT? I never heard anything about that.

[@user-ek1to4gq3h]

Finally, been waiting dor this car undortunely not a phev

[@thg1914]

You're a content monster bro.👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@GearUpind]

Does it have any off road capabilities like 4x4 ,Differentials locks or just another Boxy crossover with Awd

[@chibbyylol]

It’s unibody

[@KirkKreifels]

Center lock. It's really good off road. I'll have a video coming with full off-road impressions

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

I Actually Like the Bronze Color (Brown)😎At Least it's Not looking like a Shiny New Penny 😞😕 (Lexus)!!. 😮😎 Looking Forward for Your Hybrid Review 😊

[@Theo_1984]

Great video content as always. Thumbs up to Hyundai for trying something new. Definitely eye catching, unfortunately my eye gravitates to all the misses (imo) than hits (but way more hits). Look forward to the mid cycle update.

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Awesome

[@1Springloaded]

Glad to see new colors showing up on new vehicles. Not just a version of the same thing. I hope it becomes a trend.

[@baldheadlogic]

Like this redesign but annoying that they don’t offer a third row delete option. This looks much better than the Tucson IMO.

[@BuRNingFLaN]

Would have gone for the XRT if it had HDA2---

[@joebuphey7310]

I'd like to know if Santa Fe SEL model has lag issues off the line with DCT?? I have heard complaints.

[@whydoyouneedmyname6508]

I test drove the calligraphy... it was by far the most responsive suv I have drove... way quicker than the palisade. And the throttle response was amazing.

[@3ddd2294]

I like this color

[@MrRaitzi]

Good design. Dated engine options.

[@ytj22]

Good design.... Be sure to watch the part of the video where Kirk shows the rear of the vehicle.

[@MrRaitzi]

@@ytj22 It looks fine to me. Little bit cyberpunk. But it is not capable.

[@andrewshaw8206]

I just bought the new XRT. With its finicky shift lever, I don't think rocking the vehicle to get unstuck, is viable. That really takes it out of serious 4x4 contention. It's missing a spare tire (I dont think they even offer one) and nice deep subwoofer, too. Its pretty peppy but i am babying it until i get over 1000km. Worried about the DCT (transmission). I dont need it blowing up on me like I've heard others report in their 2021 to 2023 Santa Fe's. Lacking real leather at this price point was a bit of a disappointment, too. An optional (as opposed to standard) third row would be nice. I dont need it and the extra depth for camping gear would be a big plus. I bought it for its unique and more rugged design, dashboard refinements, ok gas mileage and the extra rear space. Pretty happy, so far.

[@srandyt2]

XRT for sure. Like the bolder stance and less shiny plastic. The screen on it looks better than the Caligraphy too.

[@_JohnC_]

Apparently Hyundai is going to make the 2025 XRT be an actual offroad capable vehicle instead of the BS they do with just putting on some diff tires and black accents, that's the rumor at least

[@actionshootingsports8830]

Santa fa XRT is my choice

[@crushbaseball4270]

XRT. But the problem is from what I’ve seen the DCT transmission does not like any type of off-roading that is more than a light dirt road. So they should’ve put the normal eight speed in it.

[@KirkKreifels]

Wait for off road reviews

[@crushbaseball4270]

@@KirkKreifels OK I will since I’m kind of basing it off off-road reviews of the Santa Cruz with the DCT versus the eight speed in the Santa Cruz lower trims like from TFL

[@LetMeCook86]

Off road reviews? 😂 Car Confections didn’t do any off roading and needed an entirely new transmission!

[@JT-fq2bl]

@crushbaseball4270 Hyundai FWD 8 speed auto torque limit is around 270ish pound feet, and the 2.5t engine torque is at 311 pound feet.

[@jonathanalicea8940]

I want the calligraphy hybrid

[@bhoward81]

We went with. Rockwood Green Calligraphy.

[@PeteBanfield]

Calligraphy looks better to me.

[@KenRigby]

XRT No Doubt

[@MarcelloScarlato]

Waiting for hybrid. Calligraphy plug-in

[@amode8761]

Agree - aside for the wheels/tyres, matte black bits and additional cooling inserts in the front bump, the XRR really don’t look very off roady or rugged… very surprising if 360 camera wasn’t available on it Also wish this black wheel trend would die… it’s really not needed for the Calligraphy version

[@IYSA11]

For an adventure vehicle you’d think there would be fog lights. If I could swap the UV sanitizer thing and finger print scanner for the massage seats and fog lights I totally would. Great looking car though.

[@gregkramer5588]

Limited Hybrid is the one I will wait for if I go this way.

[@larryt5894]

Me too

[@joseabreu5802]

Me too

[@jorgedeaguinaga2632]

same. everyone is waiting for the limited hybrid lol calligraphy just doesn't have enough add ons for me for an extra 1500-2000.

[@naveenthemachine]

I’d look at the calligraphy

[@blackcow8114]

hey Kirk, just heard a huge news about Nissan and Honda planning on some sort of cooperation together. news just got released on japanese media

[@KirkKreifels]

Yes. I'm wiped from traveling. Will report on this tomorrow

[@blackcow8114]

@@KirkKreifels get some well-deserved rest! this review was excellent btw

[@rightlanehog3151]

Kirk, At this point it is surprising the Koreans are not offering anything with a frame underneath.

[@Masterguy635]

They did for a few years (Kia Borrego), but I think they offer one in Korea (Kia Mohave) with apparently a new Kia BOF truck being developed currently.

[@KirkKreifels]

Hyundai galloper iirc

[@PeteEbenezerrNewman]

@@Masterguy635that truck might be heading to AUS and other markets. Not sure it will be available in the North American markets

[@SuperSaqer]

⁠@@KirkKreifelsthat’s a rebadged Mitsubishi Pajero

[@victorspadoni744]

XRT, not really for off road, so gimme the calligraphy, but I couldn't wait for it, so I got the Limited.

[@DJILLY3000]

the lack of 360 cams on the XRT is the main deal breaker for me here...otherwise I'd go for the XRT - apparently Hyundai thinks every person that buy an XRT is gonna go mudding and cover those cams up I guess....I suppose you're trading that off for the skid plate, but honestly I'd rather buy aftermarket in that territory anyway... for me I'll be going for the Limited - I don't need a full out calligraphy but Limited hits the spot for me - oh no!!! I won't have the grab rails for roof access! - prob not gonna put much up there anyway given the room in this thing...the only thing I know I'd throw on a roof rack, if I do bother to get one, is a full size spare... most people who actually off-road are gonna buy their own parts they prefer anyway...regardless of the trim...so I honestly don't see the value add of the XRT trim other than the 1" additional clearance from the factory - which is, not much - seems lick a gimmicky vehicle to help sell lower priced models imo also, the lack of dual charging in this model is appalling - it's a $20 feature... I'm legit surprised by that - come on Hyundai

[@argentus5483]

You dont know about Calligraphy or Limited plug-in Hybrid not just Hybrid ???? And I like Calligraphy !!

[@Mark.AUS.]

XRT for me.

[@thejake8099]

Nasty in the back...$40k-$50k, I'll wait on the Palisade.

[@HailCaesar-lm4bq]

They call that color COFFIN COLOR old folks like it

[@garyclark6747]

I want the Hybrid trim to have the XRT grill & C-Pillar and the Calligraphies lighter color interior. Let’s let that PHEV torque fill the 2.5L DCT for better low speed smoothness and be tuned for higher MPG rather than performance. If they even consider putting the 1.6 in the hybrid it’s a non-starter DOA. All EV rage of 35 miles would be awesome but let’s do that with the heat pump so it’s true in the winter and add an J3400 NACS inlet to keep it practical. 🎯 6:55

[@jorgedeaguinaga2632]

Could I ask you what you mean by the 1.6 on the hybrid? I've had a 1.6 engine before and it's been very effective and no issues

[@garyclark6747]

@@jorgedeaguinaga2632 I’m guessing the weight of the 24 over the 23 is enough to warrant more low end torque especially if loaded with people. If they turned it for higher output it could be a fit for the task. They however have missed the heat pump in the hybrid before so you really can’t dictate battery only operation like other PHEV’s.

[@jorgedeaguinaga2632]

@@garyclark6747 so I've had family members have hybrid vehicles with 178 hp and 195 lb-ft and received no issue and they drove a long time. This one apparently will have 232 hp and 271 lb-ft. To be honest, I'm not a car person but what your saying is that you think thats not enough power? Sorry trying to do my research haha thanks in advance

[@garyclark6747]

@@jorgedeaguinaga2632 From Hyundai USA on the 2023 SantaFe: “So you get up to an EPA-estimated 30-mile range from its 66.9kW electric motor and 13.8-kWh lithium ion battery. When the 1.6L Smartstream GDI turbo engine kicks in, you’ll feel the pull of a combined 261 hp.” Is that 232hp you mentioned down of the same “combined” number or is the 2024 or up from the “195 @ 1500-4500”❓

[@jorgedeaguinaga2632]

@@garyclark6747 its the combined number

[@napolikyubi]

XRT

[@avdp9095]

Good design, except........for the rearlights, hidious. Nice car but outdated engines.

[@josephalba978]

- When Toyota uses the same displacement for 10+ years: Great! - When it is a Korean brand: "outdated" Those Smartstream engines have been in use for a few years only 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@naveenthemachine]

Nice try LOL Hyundais aren’t outdated.

[@eliotgarcia21]

for the price XRT

[@josephfriedrich9792]

There's an Xrt calligraphy

[@ytj22]

"Rugged". To me, boxy designs imply rugged (LandRover, Land Cruiser, Bronco among others). So why does the Santa Fe get a boxy design when it is a car based CUV and not very rugged? "Well, boxy is in style and we dont want to miss out, so we might as well make whatever we have available with a boxy design because we dont make a proper body on frame utility".

[@chiemekaa]

Not everyone wants a body on frame SUV. Besides, no current Land Rover is body on frame (they're still very off-road worthy despite that), and boxy does not always imply rugged. It also implies maximizing space/cargo utility, which is why it now has a reasonably accommodating 3rd row. It's also the reason why Hyundai/Kia are selling a lot of Tellurides/Palisades, so why have one boxy design when you can have two or more...Besides, most awd and properly equipped tire vehicles can handle most mild to moderate off-road terrains (hence why you have Rock Creek, Trail Sport, XRT, X-Pro, etc). If you want to go overlanding, then get a purpose built vehicle for that.

[@craigo2142]

XRT looks better but neither due to DCT.

[@notsodelusional]

That back end, ew.

[@user-yc9wi7lp6i]

Looks like a ford flex

[@cafn8ed74]

That's what I thought, at least from the front.

[@mares1829]

Class action lawsuit coming soon.. stay tuned … big transmission issues…

[@mares1829]

A whole fleet of junk ! Want transmission problems… buy this one… enjoy your transmission issues!! Class action lawsuit in the works!! Stay tuned

[@kdomster9141]

Such a crappy quality , design and product overall . No thanks