Is the NEW 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy worth the price?

The REFRESHED Santa Fe has an ALL NEW trim for 2021 and Hyundai is not messing around. Under the hood is the new 2.5L turbocharged inline-4 that is producing 277HP & mated to an 8-speed DCT transmission. Getting power to the ground is the H-TRAC AWD system. On the outside you will find a unique grill, wheels, and finished. On the inside luxury is the name of the game with Nappa leather seating, 12in digital display, and new center console layout. Is the NEW 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy a midsize luxury SUV to BUY?
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[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Joe: *”Are you ready”* Me: *”No, I’m Raiti!”*

[@RaitisRides]

You are freaking hilarious!

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

@@RaitisRides No, you.

[@HansDelbruck53]

With a name like Calligraphy, it must have the "write" stuff.

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there!

[@josiahstearns9615]

🤦‍♂️

[@cange30]

Haha. I was thinking New Kids on the Block....

[@rachelgarbe3932]

Dad joke

[@annmariecho40]

I wanted to thank you so much for your reviews on this vehicle! I was on the fence between the Palisade and the Calligraphy. I love the Palisade, but I couldn't justify the price when I don't need the third row! I bought the Calligraphy 2.5T AWD today and I LOVE it! I got the Portofino Gray with Coquina Beige interior! Very sexy!!! This is my second Santa Fe. I had a 2008 Santa Fe with 150k miles but I had to replace it because it had a 2" inch hole in the frame due to corrosion. The frame couldn't be repaired so Hyundai did the right thing and bought it back from me. What an awesome company! Again, thanks so much for the reviews and advice!

[@Cybercian]

New to the channel, watched a few videos and i'm hooked on your review format! Watch a lot of car reviews but yours are by far some of the best, nice one!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for finding us and joining the Raiti's Rides family!

[@owendominique]

Every time that right door opens it’s like having a life changing experience, as he part the Red Sea of car choices, we always arrive at that moment in time.

[@RaitisRides]

LOL! You are hilarious!

[@MichaelA.2499]

Hyundai has really been on their game in the past 3 years or so! Ready to see what else they have in store for us

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Michael!

[@24tupac]

I’m hooked watching your vehicle reviews. You do a phenomenal job!!!

[@fcknfrank]

Man this dude really cranks out the reviews. Love it!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me bring it all to you!

[@MrMuchachos75]

And loves the sport mode. He doesn’t listen to his viewers with not using sport mode constantly

[@Idfkwhatimdoing]

Hyundai has really improved as a car manufacturer, Hyundai makes really good looking modern cars now. We don’t talk about what they used to make...

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@RW-ti4nm]

My brother told me about you. I LOVE YOUR REVIEWS AND WIT!!! SUBSCRIBED. Great review on the Calligraphy package! Detailed and informative!

[@hawaiiboi5061]

Hey Joe, congrats on 440K! You deserve it man! 😁👋

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that! I can't do it without your support!

[@hawaiiboi5061]

No problem, m8. 😁

[@contractorhomes]

Ha, I didn't even know they were coming out with a Santa Fe Calligraphy! But this one's really nice!

[@RaitisRides]

Trust me neither did I! LOL

[@RaitisRides]

@Vincent Macedo-Iannone I know right!

[@RaitisRides]

@@arrogen2831 It does seem counter productive!

[@jeffs6090]

Watch Charlie on Asian Petrolhead. He reviews everything from Korea. They get the models a good 6 months before we get them here. He reviewed this Calligraphy the end of last year.

[@Arcticfox7]

There are lot of things you don’t know!

[@PTR12ful]

Your the best reviewer of cars. And your humor is great!!!

[@jamesmcintyre8421]

We picked up our new Santa Fe today and you definitely played a part in that, thank you!

[@kaylove4507]

Do you like it

[@zeeem4810]

Joe, your channel is getting close to half a million sub. Hard work pays off!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for noticing that and being on the journey with me! I can't do it without the members of the Raiti's Rides family!

[@Ev-mo]

I love the controls in the centre just love it so easy to reach amazing design honestly Hyundai don’t do gimmicks they actually make features that are useful and for safety

[@bhavinbrahmkshatriya6562]

Great reviews buddy, really enjoyed all !! waiting for limited one !

[@geoffandjen]

Just purchased a Calligraphy last night in Hampton Grey. 20" wheels. I'm in love. It's so luxurious and this leather seats are so soft. My teens love the panaramic sunroof, heated rear seats and color.

[@mrsmonzillo9115]

How much did it cost ?

[@kurtcyanide7163]

We paid around $46k for it....we have every upgrade, roof rack too, our wheels are also different. It's beautiful. Wish I could share a pic of it on here.

[@Whileweweresinners]

@@kurtcyanide7163 damn my has roof racks and everything as well and I got it for 43 otd. 20 inch wheels as well

[@kurtcyanide7163]

@@Whileweweresinners it's crazy the different regions and pricing. We're in Utah and always seems a bit higher here....freaking sucks. Damn dealerships lol

[@night5091]

@@Whileweweresinners I just put $ down on a 22 Calligraphy. Msrp was like $44,815. Paid $42,730 before tax. Thought in this market was fair. The Calligraphy is popular, they’re selling very fast after arrive. And the dealer only had like another 3 coming in over the next few months. So was happy.

[@joskjj3625]

Looks good Thanks for bringing us the calligraphy trim review

[@RaitisRides]

Of course man! This is the top version.

[@joskjj3625]

@@RaitisRides yessir

[@RaitisRides]

@@joskjj3625 Thanks!

[@imanonymous335]

Joe could sell brisket to a vegan.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very awesome!

[@ericthememoriesman]

I have followed you for a long time now and your by far the best reviewer of automobiles 🚗. Thank you.

[@blakerh]

"Let's talk about what is going on here." Love it! 😂

[@dheeradjlachman9658]

Thankyou Raiti for this Hyundai suv review its great 👌 have a great day

[@seiddascarlett86]

Thanks for another great review!! I ended up with one exactly like this and I'm so stoked!!

[@Mrpurpelvr]

Best car reviewer I’ve seen! Keep up the good work! Oh, I have to zonk those wheels! For a top level trim, they got to come out with something better!

[@Jrodriguez4296]

One thing about Hyundai is that they listen consumer about design, sleek innovation, and care about the design. I’ll pick these on the spot over Ford Escape, Toyota Rav-4 all day. Hyundai props on these Santa Fe. Love it!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@josiahstearns9615]

9:21 😂😂😂 Although I feel like the calm waves would also have a similar effect if you were dying to get to a restroom

[@franzend1]

We purchased a Calligraphy from you, white with a tan interior and absolutely Love It.

[@michaelnottoli8557]

I have a 2019 Santa Fe 2 liter turbo limited. The interior is beautiful. It is a fantastic driving experience every time I get in it, whether it is a 10 minute drive or a 4 hour drive. Bought it new in Southfield MI for $7500 off sticker price. It’s a dream machine!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience.

[@lanacastillo49]

Does it have massage seats?

[@just2watchvids1]

Always thankful for your reviews + teamwork with your wife. I agree with your perspective on the zonks/price points. It would've been nice for a dual or dual tip exhaust, pocket for behind the driver's seat, rear zone climate, and truthfully just not a fan of the way Hyundai and Kia do some of the rear turn signals for select vehicles. Everything else in incredible for what they're offering. I think little things like that + maybe better mpg overall on their vehicles would make them top tier with everything they're offering with purchases right now. Strong builds nonetheless.

[@pierrenj79]

Love all your videos .. great job man

[@IMJUSTABEGINNER]

Thanks Raiti, you nailed the complaints I have on tail pipes. Your exactly right on how unbalanced the back looks with only 1 tailpipe, that’s the number 1 deal breaker for me. I like how you also point out other things in the vehicles such as “hydraulic struts” for the hood and also important are AC Seats. I agree and like how you point out that the rear wipers should be hidden under the rear spoilers like the new Sorentos. Thanks so much for doing these videos, you’re the most informative and entertaining person to show the vehicles that we would like to test drive and certainly buy one of these days. Thanks again Raiti!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.

[@2010BLACKNISSAN]

You have some of the best reviews

[@RaitisRides]

That really means so much Jim!

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it my bro keep up the work and I love the video lot 💯

[@dougshull7337]

awesome review! can’t wait for one to be available in my area.

[@stewartstarling2309]

Jooooooeeeeee and Loooooriiiiii! You guys are absolutely awesome 😎😎 the Santa Fe is gorgeous in this iteration I love that it's the Goldilocks of the SUV segment that it's in it's absolutely competitive and a stand out!!

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@garyalbert9297]

Joe you have the very best reviews of the new automobiles. Keep up the good work. Two exhausts would look better.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that Gary! I really appreciate your support!

[@autonewstv86]

*Cheap doesn’t mean boring anymore! Love what Hyundai and Kia are bringing to the table* 👍❤️

[@thenovicegamer007]

BRUH! You are there in EVERY car video on youtube. That's fine, but do you really need to comment the same thing again and again.

[@michaeltolsdorf865]

I agree 100%. I will be driving a couple of Santa Fe's and a couple of Sorrento's cause I like them both. A hard choice for me, though.

[@JustMariahPlease]

Cheap? Lol that’s a 40k car lmao but yes they are gorgeous but the reviews on them are horrible

[@kevinquintana6145]

Cheap and inexpensive ae two different things dumb ass

[@askme2985]

I just got the Sonata N-Line in stormy sea blue and boy do I love this car. Where Hyundai has come from and what they are today, it's amazing. Same thing applies to KIA. People are missing out because they may not like the name attached to it, but KIA is not what is was known years ago, same as Hyundai. Hyundai did wonders bringing in Albert Biermann from BMW as he was at the helm of their M Division.

[@MCJojoBallBust2012]

Great job with these vids. Looking for my next vehicle. Was waiting for this review! Glad I did. Will stick with Kia Sorento X Line. Great vid on that one as well.

[@oabus]

another great review. good job

[@IamJay02]

I definitely agree there should be another exhaust on the other side just to balance it out. Great review joe.

[@dukewaldsmith2132]

I'm hooked on that 2021 Buick Envision that Joe reviewed recently.. Looked up all trim levels and none had digital dash but besides that the SUV is Dope... Joe ur the best.. keep the videos with caption coming lol... have u done a caddy ats v coupe.. and blackwing caddy for 2021?.... thanks

[@d1gw33d]

Ha! We ended up at Fitzgerald this same night (that you posted this at least) and saw this specific car. Ended up picking up a 2020 Santa Fe Limited 2.0T (from Robert!) Those mfg rebates right now are too crazy to ignore. But would've liked a 2021 w/that redesign. Anyway, you were probably the largest contributor to changing my wife's opinion on the Santa Fe and Hyundai's in general with your videos, so thank you. Fitzgerald has a sale directly correlated to your videos. They owe you!

[@kevinchan1408]

Looks beautiful inside and out!

[@marioyteresa6853]

Yes please put another tailpipe on the rear bumper to make it look more balanced 👨🏻😀👍🏼🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@hadespaganism2405]

I agree 👍

[@bradxboujee7746]

Wow that looks sharp! 🤩😍

[@21Piloteer]

The fact that I can't store a 12" Italian cold cut in the door is a deal breaker.

[@seand.9901]

Definitely would opt for different wheels. Otherwise I love everything else! Hyundai has came up & I loved your review Joe!

[@TheKauaiboyz51]

I just bought a 2020 Santa Fe 2.0T AWD limited a few weeks ago. I am simply amazed at all the tech it has Joe. Your videos were a huge deciding factor from upgrading from my 2013 Santa Fe 2.0T AWD sport. What i don’t like about the 2021 is the the huge button layout between the driver and passenger. That put me off of the 2021 along with not having a shift lever. The 235 hp is more than adequate. DO i wish i had the 2.5? Absolutely, but i got a pretty solid deal on the 2020 that i couldn’t pass up!

[@jennifernett8991]

I cant wait for my 2022 to arrive in October, this is a car that you never want to stop driving!

[@Alawadhi_53]

My favorite word On throttle , love you Joe 😂❤

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Anwar for your awesome support!

[@masterg55100]

Best auto video ever!!!! Great job!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother for saying that!

[@lgfrie]

This video got me wanting a Calligraphy, and I finally bought one two weeks ago. It's a great SUV.

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats Larry!

[@iceberg3482]

Thank u buddy great video like always.can u do more review on the 22 MDX like the advanced trim.

[@kenblank9892]

Apparently it could burst into flames 🔥

[@mikewest6569]

Thanks Joe, Probably my next car.

[@mark11967AD]

Mike Tyson and 8 track players those were the days. Love the blind spot cameras in the speed and tach dials. Really necessary on some of the newer styled crossovers (Mazda CX-5 cough). Nice front end on this car. Little out of my price range, but sweet ride. Great info and way to demand more for the consumer Joe.

[@letsseeif]

From Aussie, the Santa Fe is very popular 'Down Under'. Which leads me to your Massage Seats 'zonk'. The mind boggles as to what's they might fit next. thanks Raiti for your top review/s. :-) :-)

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for that bit of intel from Down Under! I really appreciate you watching.

[@bryboy234]

Just bought a 2021 Santa Fe Calligraphy. Best 2 row SUV out there. What you get for the price is amazing!

[@joeyb5980]

how are you still liking it 3 months in?

[@1slonata]

That looks so good

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you are digging this one.

[@darryljohnson4735]

Love the review

[@Ojisan642]

Question about the units of measurement for the center console storage: How many Payday bars to one Twinkie?

[@RaitisRides]

Equal 😉

[@jamesrowan5890]

Thanks for the review

[@putitupinya]

Just brought home the calligraphy last night. Blue with the 20" wheels... its nice!

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats!

[@billdeegan5748]

I have 2 2020 Santa Fe 2.0T Limited....I Absolutely Love Them!!!

[@marcussimmons2708]

If they made this SUV in a sport version with a black package to get rid of all that chrome on the exterior, they might have something cooking here. Good review Mr. Raiti!

[@mattgeorge7127]

Great video! I'd rather have no exhaust tips showing rather than just one. How hard to incorporate two tips? Such a small detail, but makes a big impact in my opinion.

[@omarcortes5754]

Yes, I´m gonna zonk those wheels.

[@RaitisRides]

You are not alione!

[@joefro9473]

Those wheels kinda look generic

[@gregorysullivan7913]

They are supposed to be 20’s. Where are they?

[@anthonybarker9123]

@@arrogen2831Both actually. You can get it with either.

[@mileshokuf7975]

I HATE THOSE WHEELS

[@bitkahuna]

great review! looking at one of these for a work vehicle.

[@DJThump_her]

Wheels are a no go for me. The rest of the exterior is fantastic, especially the grill. Great review Joe thanks!

[@hevyhita000]

I enjoyed this review.

[@michaeltolsdorf865]

1 nice, polished, slash cut exhaust tip if fine on the Santa Fe. No need for 2. My attention is drawn to the beautiful, curvaceous rear lights and D-pillar area. Definitely going to test drive one tomorrow!

[@MrA4R8TT]

Joe I agree. The zonks were right on but I think the Calligraphy is real sharp looking especially in that deep black color.

[@TheTonyLshow]

Raiti I've been wondering what this Sante Fe going to be about. Impressive ....love the "hit you in the face just like a punch from Mike Tyson - so true. Makes you think about getting one uhu?

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@RnBFAN06]

I love that you're always talking about snacks 😂

[@LESTER7L1]

Joe and Lori. I am really digging this 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy. I LOVE the grill and the wheels! YES need TWO exhaust outlets. An all-around great vehicle.NICE interior.Lori WONDERFUL technical/production work as usual Lori. Joe, could we hear the horn on some of these vehicles? Thanks, guys. I.ll see you on another ride!

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Lester! Thanks for letting me share it with you! We appreciate your super support! We will start blowing some horns for you!

[@LESTER7L1]

@@RaitisRides You are welcome and thank you, Joe!

[@LESTER7L1]

Ps. Another GLAD to share MULTI shae Video Joe!

[@abdullahramzan8217]

Raiti I watch alot of your vids can you please integrate the sun roofs better by opening then all the way etc? Thank you man, you have the best reviews!

[@Booster6969]

Just picked up a Calligraphy last week, they are quite hard to find! Black on black with the 20” wheels which btw look waaay better. Thanks for the great review helping us to make the decision.

[@lanacastillo49]

Is the massage seats standard? And not an option

[@jamescox1806]

Beautiful vehicle from top to bottom messed up only by those rims that look to industrial for the rest of this curvaceous Hyundai! Keep dropping these great vids Brother 👌 !

[@markm42]

I recently purchased the 2022 Santa Fe Calligraphy after doing my research for about a year or more. I was looking at 8-10 different vehicles including the Genesis GV70. Having sold cars for over 20 years and owning at least 20 new vehicles I have to say I'm impressed with this one. It has a ton of power, especially considering it's a 4 cylinder turbo, 281 horsepower is plenty for me with 311 torque, wow! With gas prices going thru the roof I wanted something that used regular instead of high test, and I wanted AWD, and tons of tech....the calligraphy has more features than the GV70 with the same engine and it's about 10k less....I know it doesn't look as good but I'm OK with that. Anyway I think it's a great value and I plan to keep it longer than most of the others I have owned, at least thru the warranty period, 5 years 60k.

[@rotorfix]

Bought a 2022 in Limited trim and absolutely love it. The fit, finish and overall build quality reminds me of what Lexus was putting out a decade ago. I looked at a couple pre-owned Lexus SUVs prior to buying my Santa Fe and wasn’t very impressed, it seems they’re built to a lower standard than decades ago. Every time I drive the Santa Fe I’m absolutely amazed by the quality and tech one gets for the price, even at MSRP, which nearly every buyer is forced to pay these days. Even the headliner and carpet are more akin to what you’d find in a luxury vehicle. Allegedly, Hyundai can offer their vehicles for such low prices because they supply their own steel. Whatever the case, it blows my mind that buyers were paying similar money for a Lexus RX330 in the year 2005. Here we are 17 years later and $42K buys a vehicle that’s better in every regard, maybe with exception of resale value. I agree the single exhaust outlet is a zonk but I can respect that Hyundai isn’t playing pretend by splitting the exhaust of a 4-cylinder. Splitting the exhaust of a 4-cylinder seems almost as silly as fake hood scoops and simulated exhaust rumble. I didn’t much care for the front-end styling of the Santa Fe at first. In fact, I thought it rather ugly, but it has grown on me quite a lot, it’s sort of an “attractive ugly.”

[@Jerryklocke]

Bought a limited last week for my wife. We both love it. They did an awesome job on the interior. It feels like a way more expensive car. It is very smooth and quiet. I wish my Tesla Model Y had as nice of ride.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience! Congrats on your Calligraphy!

[@Jerryklocke]

@Ayush Malpeddi Wow, it's hard to compare the two. I love my Y, but I wish it had a little softer ride. The Santa Fe's ride is way better. But the Tesla is a blast to drive. They both have enough room for us. The Y is my daily driver, but I think we will be taking the Santa Fe on longer road trips on the weekend.

[@javipuerto2009]

Hey Man, I'm going to sell my Jeep Wrangler and get this luxury Santa Fe suv. I love your video and really good explanation with detail. Good job 👏👍👌

[@chuckwalla2967]

Although it's only a refresh, this Santa Fe is actually riding on a brand new platform shared with the all new Sorento. They did this so that going forward, the two can be on the same generation cycle.

[@harpreetbhatiani5228]

Hi nice review. Would you choose this Santa fe or the Palisade calligraphy?

[@pistolpete6321]

Great review!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother!

[@amyjones9359]

No zonks on the wheels and rims...I definitely love them!

[@BrianBuehler]

Up close, I'm not fond of the wheels but from a ways back, I kind of like them. I didn't see adjustable lumbar on the passenger seat which seems like a zonk? Thank you Joe and the Queen of the Camera, I've been waiting for this one!

[@adammunafo3665]

Hey Joe- how was the legroom up front? I’m 6’3” so headroom and legroom are the most important factors when considering a vehicle! Thanks in advance.

[@yes8032]

I enjoyed it my man

[@richardburns9772]

Looking forward to you getting your grubby little hands on the Mk8 GTI for a review!

[@tammybentrott1252]

Joe, Love your reviews. Having a problem. If you had to choose between The Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy or the new Kia Prestige Pro Sportage, which car would you pick?

[@charleshedberg7789]

Well, I ended up reserving a Limited in Stormy Sea Blue with Gray interior. April seems so far away, but hopefully it will go fast. I was really impressed on the test drive and even got a bit of a 4 wheel drift going. That's what sold me...lol!

[@gabrielsanchezrodriguez7721]

Great now I can stuff like 20 twinkies in the dash. 😂😂😂. But for real I fell in love with the Calligraphy trim 😍

[@joespec7728]

I’m zonking the wheels Joe!!

[@danb4755]

Great review, again! Does the Calligraphy have a spare tire and car jack?

[@samanthapuskar6245]

I must say that I love all of your reviews. They are useful unlike most others. But you can maybe point out how wide the back doors open and how easy it is to get the to car seats latches in the cars? It is important for us mommas when finding a vehicle that fits car seats. Thank you 😊.

[@portknoxxa]

Just needs a real dual exhaust.. On all trims!!!! #thanksLori!!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so right! Now that is a great hashtag!

[@dearbulls]

They have that dark chrome colored hyundai logo on the new tucson. Cannot wait for it to arrive in the US.

[@frankrobertson4434]

Zonk on the wheels but like the refresh. I bought a 2021 Sorento X Line and LOVE it!