NEW 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Review

[@SOBIsHobbies]

One of the best, if not the best auto channels on KZbin. Another great review. Straight forward, no bias and honest opinion. Thank you for this video. Keep up the great work! Shout out to Motormouth from Sunshine State!

[@imaldon1]

Hopped into one today and this updated Santa Fe is in an upper league compared with the 2018 model. Packed with technology and features for a price that under cuts the competition for thousands less. Hyundai has become a formidable and highly competent player in several automotive segments. It's garnering awards and accolades in reliability, warranty and customer satisfaction. Worth considering before spending thousands more in a under-speced/over-priced German or Japanese luxury crossover.

[@diw9046]

Idk why but toyota vehicles are getting uglier and uglier (except the land cruiser)

[@edweagle]

Sat in one while my Genesis was being serviced. I really like the dashboard design. Very nice vehicle.

[@johnl119]

I really like your reviews. You go over the pricing in a very detailed manner, with mentioning all of it's accompanying features at each trim line

[@EmJayEmJayEmJay]

Zack is the best dressed automotive journalist out there. driving.ca should really take some notes.

[@gericstewart]

Minor correction, I believe only the top trim level has the 8" screen. the others have 7".

[@fmcaylan9833]

Zach, your the man. Been waiting for this. Go for 2019 Rav4 also. Please and thank you.

[@robinsonmac]

Nice review, the best AWD/4WD system on all the the CUV's is the Cherokee's. It has a mechanical locking rear diff & 56:1 crawl ratio.

[@CanineMinefield]

I like how the video showed a number of colors the SUV comes in. I think when listing features it would be good to mention which trims have keyless entry and keyless start. Nicxe jacket btw.

[@NeoGee]

It's interesting how Hyundai chooses to package vehicles differently between the US and Canada, here in the States we get 5 trim levels all available with only base 2.4 l engine with the top 2 getting the option for the 2 l, plus all trims can be had in either FWD or AWD.

[@oldshowfanatic77]

Plus, you can get the LED headlamps on the Limited models here in the US.

[@Mister6]

There are so many differences between Santa Fe models in Australia vs North America. Some of which in Australia: no FWD model, only the base model uses gasoline (2.4L with 6 speed auto) the rest are 2.2L turbo diesel with the 8 speed, all models are 7 seats, all models include all the safety features

[@bextar6365]

Bought a 2019 SEL model here in the US yesterday. 2.4 engine, 2 wheel drive paid $26,000You get a lot of standard safety features for the $$$

[@kellingtonlink956]

A good car/suv for our market. I expect it to be a great seller - here in Canada. If the public could end up accepting that new-ish Jeep Cherokee design... then they will love this new Santa Fe. Thanks for the review - very well covered.

[@sieurbzo2858]

Where is the driver's backseat pocket? Only passenger side? How much did you save Hyundai?

[@JohnMcCagueSells]

Something I’d love to see in your reviews is information for towing. Can this turbo engine tow like a v6? I tow a 5x12 ft enclosed single axle trailer with up to 1000 lb cargo. Great reviews otherwise.

[@sheldrake1111]

Sheep??? Sheep = 🐑 Goat = 🐐 😆

[@wonkers]

Google "California Bighorn sheep"

[@loumarrello6615]

sheldrake1111 Yes those are Rocky Mountain sheep!

[@JM-nz8gw]

Those are big horn sheep. And search mountain goat.

[@ryuzaki6614]

in malaysia, we have this with 2.2D producing 440nM and 200HP, satisfying driving and surprisingly good MPG

[@msj4934]

but the price? haha.. the tax is ridiculous

[@DigitalYojimbo]

VW fucked diesel for North America.

[@boci11]

Those are wild mountain goats, This Santa Fe looks good, but its getting expensive !

[@JT-fq2bl]

Not really. It's maxed out at 39k usd. Last gen Santa Fe was 38k usd. That's just 1k usd more.

[@boci11]

top of the line is $45000 that is not really affordable.

[@canadabear72]

IsBoR....Show me another car as nice as this in this class that's cheaper?! All cars are getting expensive. This is a pretty good deal.

[@msj4934]

its better to compare than Malaysia if the top of the line, would expect almost 200k Malaysian Ringgit. the car in Malaysia is expensive because of ridiculous tax.. if convert 45k Canadian dollar is about 143k MYR.

[@BluBuryPi]

Actually, they are California Big Horn Sheep :) I live in the Okanagan and there are a few little families in the area...we also have mountain goats :D

[@therealboofighter]

They should have these press launches at a mall, on a Saturday. That’s where most will end up.

[@br_i4360]

Nice review. We rented the outgoing 2018 model when we went on our trip to Alberta and BC. A really nice vehicle overall especially with all the features, but agreed on the headlights part. The default halogen headlights on the old model were pretty terrible, especially on one night when we were driving through Icefields Parkway from Jasper to Banff and couldn't see very far in front of us. A missed opportunity here to give better LED lights as standard here. The one other issue we had was the fuel economy and gauge accuracy with the 2.4L engine. Hopefully that's fixed here, because on a few occasions, a half tank used cost anywhere from $10-30 to fill, which should never happen at the same gas price. This wasn't also an isolated case because it happened in two unique models we rented per province (one in BC, and another Alberta).

[@liammacdonald1515]

On television I saw your review of the Subaru Ascent and you said that the only way to get to Cape Breton island is by ferry in the summer or by plane which is totally wrong.

[@Motormouth...]

I know, I'm stupid

[@liammacdonald1515]

Motormouth LOL.

[@AllAboutVehicles]

Nice vid Zack my grandmother traded in her 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2.0L Turbo North Edition for this 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Luxury 2.0L Turbo AWD

[@Peppermint1]

That dasboard line remembers me of a certain Honda Prelude and Lincoln Mark. By the way, the Santa Fe is very popular in Montreal.

[@gianfrancoa]

No problem having halogen front head lights, they can be easily swapped with LED bulbs, as long as the housing is a projector style.

[@Abedelhadi1618]

How does it drive as compared to the new CRV?

[@IantheWoodcraftsman]

Forget the petrol/gasoline engines. You need the 2.2 litre turbo diesel that we get here in Australia. Much more torque, and better fuel economy to boot!

[@EARLandPEARL-c3i]

forest fires really putting a dark cloud over your reviews

[@Lucky8s]

Having LEDs on only the top trim is an automatic deal breaker. My current car has halogens and I can't see anything at night, might as well just drive without them on. Wouldn't make a difference. LED headlights should be standard on all trims (see Toyota Corolla) because it really is a safety feature.

[@cargueone1971]

Dennis Xu the ones on the Corolla LE are horrible. I'll take a solid projector beam headlights over those dim LEDs on the Corolla.

[@joshj392]

I have the middle trim, you can add the LED option

[@TechGuruCan]

Having LED headlights mean nothing. Go to iihs to check the performance. The SF LED headlights scored excellent. The night illumination is far and wide and very bright. I like it. Also, all 4 headlights are ON even on low beam. Including the fog lights and the DRL LED pipe, there are total of 4x2 light source, awesome!

[@Lucky8s]

@@TechGuruCan You: "Having LED headlights mean nothing" Also you: "The SF LED headlights scored excellent". You seem to have confused yourself there.

[@TechGuruCan]

No, u are confuse. Not all LED headlights are the same. Some are no better or worst than the conventional headlights. See the reply from Carlos on the POS Corolla LED headlights. U need to check the test result on iihs site.

[@legion1630]

Zach turbo engines are ???? we got the 2.4L to save us the possible headache down the road which I suffered with my 2011 BMW X5 and I quickly let it go

[@cjsteele9594]

BMW=Expensive crap

[@Captainpete3]

Do those high beam [small] lights do anything ~ haven't seen a night time review on any channels..

[@Bohunk123456]

Zack-great review. Do you have any feelings pro/con in regards to car manufacturers going so much with the panoramic roofs. They take away headroom and could be dangerous in a roll over collision.

[@whosdondada]

Hyundai made a panoramic sunroof airbags

[@logicalnerd1517]

Forget about rollovers. What if your Santa Fe breaks down in a T-Rex paddock? You've got zero security.

[@jimmcc2543]

Does the limited 2.0T have navigation. As the website shows only a audio system. Or do you have to go up to the Ultimate trims for the navigation?

[@colinmontgomery7889]

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[@Motormouth...]

Shit happens

[@PardyN2]

I laughed when I saw that and now I'm really laughing at Zach's comment hahaha.

[@kwn141]

Only top ultimate trim has a 8 Inch infotainment screen, while other lower trims have a 7 inch screen.

[@frankpearman2173]

Am I correct that on US model the engine turns OFF when stopped? If you covered that I missed it. Good video

[@Robc2064]

Yes it does. Just rented one.

[@frankpearman2173]

That is a feature I don't like!

[@Robc2064]

The engine cutting off isn't much of an issue. When you let off the brakes it comes back on quick. The lane assist is what I'm trying to get used to. If you don't use your turn signals to change lanes it will fight you.

[@earlybird798]

Zack,When this car was initially revealed by Hyundai, they said a 2.2L diesel was going to be available in early 2019. Did any of the Hyundai reps mention what the status of that engine is? Has it passed all the EPA testing requirements, etc.? Both this and the CX5 would be great with diesels, but the Mazda is now a year behind schedule in arriving, and I wonder if it will ever get here. Any word on either one of these diesel options?Great review!

[@canadabear72]

In Korea, they sell a 2L and a 2.2L diesel engine. They are both great in this car! 320+ ft.lbs of torque!

[@Motormouth...]

They are still studying the idea but the US needs to take the diesel in order for it to happen. Unfortunately diesel has had a bad rap lately. I own a diesel and love it!

[@jaffarbaqi]

The Kona look works very well on the Kona. On the larger Sante fe it almost looks cartoonish. This goes true for the wheels design; it seems to me trying too hard.

[@DonaldSeymourjr]

I actually disagree. But I understand your point though.

[@diw9046]

The other way around for me.

[@deepee1544]

Only the Ultimate trim has the 8" screen.

[@herczeus9341]

Every other Auto Journalist in the US and Canada is giving this SUV very high marks. Some even calling it the new segment/class leader.

[@guniseran]

This is a well-put together vehicle,however I would still wait for 2019 Toyota Rav4. Beleive me it is worth to wait for it

[@ssjMaximum22Goku]

This my honest opinion, but I dislike the way Rav-4's drive.

[@br_i4360]

Are the very squishy/unresponsive brakes the reason you dislike the Rav4's drive? Because that's my number one issue with them across 2 generations of it.

[@BryanChance]

Sheeps? I didn't know sheeps have horns! LOL I think they are gazelles. Maybe giraffe..

[@sao007]

great review as usual... but the car ...not sure

[@kazkinC]

Well reviewed 👍🏼

[@oldthumbs81]

LOL...when he said "look there's sheep", I thought he was referring to someone driving a CRV! LOL. Nothing wrong with the CRV, I in fact currently own one lol

[@sahotajaipal]

Does it have brake hold feature?

[@J.Sandhu2]

So many of these compact/crossovers look exactly the same. Why?

[@ADFashow]

Where was that area? So beautiful

[@NK72TO]

No mention of the very poor fuel economy..

[@njpete987]

Does it have lumbar support seats?

[@crewzta]

Are the Turbos reliable? Can any current Hyundai owners chime in?

[@illfreakynana]

4.25 "Name"??

[@pasta-eo5mt]

No third row so they can sell you the larger, more expensive (upcoming) model. Headed in the same direction as every other manufacturer. Nissan killed off the third row in the Rogue. Toyota removed the third row from the Rav4 years ago. I like the third row option in the compact class for 'in a pinch' situations. Looks like the only options left are the Mitsubishi Outlander, VW Tiguan, or maybe Dodge Journey.

[@bassplyr13]

3:23 You can get LEDs on the Limited trims.

[@RandyMarsh0301]

True. He needs to review the trim levels again

[@drewksidetour]

In the US you can only get the 8inch screen if you opt for top package and AWD you have to pay more, sucks....

[@NguyenHung-wh3jk]

like your rolex watches :)

[@muhammdwaheed8651]

Santa fe looks way better then kona

[@SuperGTRman]

just bought one ..luv it!

[@mikeburton8426]

Sorry dude, those are sheep, and Hyundai just keeps getting better. Almost bought a Santa Fe when I made my last purchase. Perhaps next time, but it would need a bit more power. Maybe 280-300 ft/lbs and 275-290 hp.

[@k.c.slawncare6046]

They're taking front end design inspiration from the previous generation Cherokee. They did the same thing with the Kona/

[@biotechemboy]

how is the 7 seater for 2019?

[@tobybarker6808]

why do reviewers think LED lamps are so important?

[@b.f.378]

It's just interesting that both Hyundai and Chevy are making their new crossovers have that split light design in the front, like the Jeep Cherokee had from 2014-18; Jeep did away with that for 2019, but yet all these new Hyundai & Chevy crossovers are adopting Jeep's old look lol

[@Friendly0Dan]

Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, personally I think it looks great... I'm assuming lots of other people like it too... The Cherokee is extremely popular & so is the Kona, and I'm assuming this new Santa Fe will be extremely popular as well!

[@b.f.378]

Don't get me wrong, I think it looks great too. It's just interesting how Jeep did away with that design and Hyundai & Chevy decided to use Jeep's old design for their new crossovers (which look nice)

[@JCTiggs1]

Personally I think the front end redesign looks awful, just like the Jeep Cherokee 2014-2018 models. 🙄

[@hagbard72]

Car reviews ALWAYS show the "top of the line" which I'm never interested in. Seems like the dealers follow suit and only offer the top of the line on their lots. You want a lower end model you have to order in. Facing this with the Mazda MX-5, the ones available are always decked out and the dealers ask way above MSLP.

[@WyattMullin]

70 centimeters longer? I think you meant 70 mm or 7 cm.

[@Motormouth...]

Yes, that was a major blunder. I meant millimeters not centimeters

[@rogerfleming4896]

They forgot the map pocket behind the drivers seat??

[@oldshowfanatic77]

I noticed that on Hyundais. It seems strange that Hyundai omits the map pocket behind the drivers seat but Kia includes it on the back of both seats.

[@lkh0120]

good design good price!

[@Kannada_First]

No LED headlamps as standard!? 😱

[@bobfornly7045]

My brother Carlos jumped the border. John Hickenlooper helped him jump again

[@omgitsme435]

Damn, Hyundai got those from the Honda School of Ugly Rims

[@Roysphotos8]

Wierd that hyubdai fidnt include LED. Since korea owns that market

[@legion1630]

I just got a 2020 Hyundai SEL with the Convienence package..let me tell you I love love it...I have always been a Toyota guys and I still own a Toyota Sienna but we decided for the Hyundai versus the CRV or the RAV..and guys say going to say what about the reliability....i dont think the difference is worth the least warranty packages on the toyota side plus the cost saving is worth it..

[@1231nlp]

Those are not sheep. They are pancakes.

[@jamilor]

The fuel economy is disappointing, especially if you like to keep your vehicles for a while, and with the way things are heading. Other than that it looks great.

[@TechGuruCan]

My SF 2.0T AWD gets 9L/100km (65% hwy), but worst in the winter. The number is very good.

[@chiggedycheckyoself]

70 cm longer??

[@legion1630]

Zach you look like you work out

[@johnfr2389]

70 cm longer???

[@dalegreen542]

Ya, but what about this diesel plant they promised for 2019?

[@chad_01]

2018 ford escape fog lights (headlights here), 2014+ jeep cherokee DRL's, honda crv inspired wheels. "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery" - Korean Automakers

[@michaellim4165]

Chad A. Your wrong. Everyone copies everyone. Take a look at the upcoming Chevy Equinox. Looks exactly the same as this Santa Fe.

[@legion1630]

Plus Toyota is cheap when it comes to offering the safety features until recently....I am glad we got the Hyundai.......I had a 2007 RAV 4 and it gave us problems all the time eventually the transmission went out slightly after the 100,000k

[@paulmelnychuk5477]

That option of letting parents know they left jr. In there to cook. I was hoping that would lead to culling the herd. Guess not!

[@LastMumzy]

Did..did you just say sheep at 03:49?

[@오리봉]

i just test drove murano and santa fe. santa fe was def bigger and murano was cheaper

[@King_Kenny66]

I guess with 2 anemic engines and a 2 ton curb weight this thing has no tow rating.

[@chrisperrywv]

Those sheep look a lot like goats to me. That being said- I had never heard of mountain sheep until last year. Evidently that is a thing and I’m not sure what they look like.

[@abdullaalzayani9159]

reviewer looks like Tim cook 10 years ago

[@johnburkard3121]

I wish you could opt out of the safety sweet

[@chargersrt10]

I'm only interested in the Diesel.

[@JamesCovalentBond]

i think it's more affordable than other 5 passenger midsize suvs such as murano, edge, or equinox. it has more standard features with cheaper price compare with those..

[@danlalonde2751]

They do vehicle reviews these days and only want to talk about the gadgets . Gee 'whiz.how about mentioniig the drivability handling and ride . I guess that isn' t up front important anymore.

[@UltimaRSfan]

The one thing i don't agree with is the auto door lock. Get into an accident and vehicle thinks a car is driving by(and assuming there isn't) so you can't open your door and get out of a burning suv. No thanks. I say give it a few years and law suits, and that will be taken out

[@mistertee5000]

No, if you get into that severe of an accident your car would shut off and the auto door lock would be deactivated because you have no power.

[@10tenman10]

Hate the panoramic moonroof! Seriously what are they thinking?

[@canadabear72]

10tenman10...What are you thinking? Most people love the massive roof.

[@mrknowmyself]

Why hate it? Because u might wanna be in dark in daytimes?

[@vailingshadow5030]

There is nothing wrong with it. I bet its better than anything you can do

[@adamclay8194]

It's an option you don't have to have it... I personally love it

[@HenryFL1]

agreed-in hot climates a moonroof adds heat to the car. I never use mine

[@joshmartonosi5624]

Those aren't sheep!

[@AB-hi6ru]

Busy guy!

[@nickr3441]

Totally stole the front from the Cherokee. Same with that Kia Kona

[@herczeus9341]

You mean Hyundai Kona. At least fact check before you insult a company.

[@herczeus9341]

Way to be a slow adult.

[@minniesaab7255]

🚘👍🚘👍🚘👍🚘

[@azelo7952]

Come on you know it all when it comes to cars but you can’t differentiate btw a sheep and a goat

[@kxyoto8541]

Looks decent but I can get used to this

[@JCTiggs1]

That front end is hideous. Were they trying to copy Jeep's refresh?

[@diw9046]

This is better looking than the Jeep. Jeep is hideous.

[@germboy007]

I feel that the white honda passing by is a sublimnal message as in ,its a sheep if you buy that honda your a sheep

[@andrejkrusic372]

Not sheep.... 😂

[@Jimmy-gd5ho]

I think I'd get the Nissan Nissan Murano