Hyundai Santa Fe OVER Mazda CX-70? The Battle No One Asked For.

Hyundai Santa Fe OVER Mazda CX-70? The Battle No One Asked For.
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[@DrT1250]

I am getting between 25 and 26 all around MPG on my CX-70 Turbo S premium. It gets better gas mileage than the 2023 CX-5 Signature we traded in.

[@BigBoss-tk6lh]

That mazda is gorgeous especially with the red exterior..

[@user-rp8zi7by7d]

Mazda is much better on engine smoothness and chassis tuning.

[@MikeForsythe]

Mazda without even watching.

[@JaketheSnake-lz1pq]

I just purchased a cx70 last week best to get the 2nd highest trim red leather i think will hold up better than the Swede there's no competition for the cx70 it's a rwd biased chassis inline 6 turbo performance driving suv the Santa fe is just an average everyday suv

[@user-tg8xx1qw6h]

exactly, dressed up with some fancy tech that they hope will make you forget the engine and trans won't last before you finish paying it off.

[@paulh6517]

@@user-tg8xx1qw6h That's even if you get a 12 month loan.

[@raphaelfrancis4509]

That Hyundai Santa Fe is an update Ford Flex... Not even close to a Defender.

[@jamesconnolly3042]

Mazda all day and twice on Sunday. Plus, that red is delicious.

[@lONlQ]

How old you? Santafe is pretty but Mazda is like a robot.

[@Driver.Diaries]

@@lONlQ the new Santa Fe is ugly and boxy. It’s trying to be a cheap Land Rover. The Mazda is individual, sleek and elegant.

[@lONlQ]

​@@Driver.DiariesYou think robot looks good? Stop that sh!t kid.

[@lONlQ]

Santa fe is pretty, Mazda is ugly, boxy is pretty, robot is ugly, Rover is pretty, Toyota is ugly. Mazda is trying to be a cheap Toyota.

[@lONlQ]

@@Driver.Diaries You mean subjective, or individual delusion. Go ride Toyota I will ride Rover.

[@WilliamTaylor19470515]

Mazda cx70 has a good transmission

[@user-tg8xx1qw6h]

While I'd love to agree I think its too early to make that call. The 70 and 90 are about a year old. Give it a couple more years.

[@jstrig]

After driving a new Santa Fe hybrid and the CX-90, I know I'd prefer driving the CX-70. The Santa Fe may have been in eco mode, but it just felt unresponsive with the gas pedal, the suspension was firmer than I expected (but fine), the third row was pretty tight and the center console felt like it was going to creak/rattle in the future. The Mazdas are built more solidly and drive better.

[@J.W.W.]

The box vs the jelly bean

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

Hyundai offers the UV sanitation glove box thing because they designed this car during covid lol. Designers thought it would be useful

[@SamCarLegion]

Great point!

[@paulh6517]

Sounds about right.

[@john12354]

I have driven both, CX-70is a wayyy better option. Hyundais start looking old after 5 years or so. Mazda is actual quality, not just make up and lipstick on a dumpster. A way better engineered vehicle.

[@allantee23]

A boxy hyundai from minecraft 😂

[@XpolrerST]

That Santa fe looks like binder off Futurama

[@lss-jprep4980]

Just drove a CX-90, 3.3T preferred with 16k miles on odometer for about 2,000 miles. While it was a nice car, it needs To go to finishing school. The windshield wipers skipped and occasionally struck the window frame on the drivers side. There was a telematics’ failure 100 miles into the trip. Found the a/c system struggled to cool a hot car from Texas heat. Still warm 20 minutes down the road. Founds seats average and lacking cushioning for a long drive. V6 power was nice and shifts - except for 1st gear - were smooth. Actually, I’d buy the Palisade over the Mazda. Priced similar but find the Palisade is finished better.

[@mbenton6]

My account blows cold air in 100°

[@gowthamkanna4498]

@lss-jprep4980 It's inline 6

[@eldismemushi]

I’m surprised by Mazda new cars, comfortable driving , nice & premium interior / exterior

[@SamCarLegion]

They are!

[@brandonhubbard9917]

The review I needed and never thought I’d get, literally debating these two. Really appreciate the car seat examples with the door! Thank you!

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you

[@RTI_MD]

19:17 - the 2.5 on the PHEV is not turbocharged.

[@rockyl3130]

Great video- these are the two cars I’m deciding between. Important point about the suede interior on the 70 and how it could age. It’s a shame that the 70 only offers the wood grain in with the suede and not the black leather. I am concerned with the Santa Fe ICE and its transmission. I go back and forth between these two cars. I suppose when I test drive them in a couple weeks I’ll be persuaded. Thanks again for the comparison!!

[@slscamg]

Yeah the DCT keeps me out of and Hyundai/ kia with the 2.5t. While the Mazda has not been perfect, you don’t hear about a bunch of transmission replacements happening with a couple hundred miles on the car.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

@@slscamghasn’t it just been one incident on KZbin

[@Bacteriod]

There is 0 issue with the Hybrid trans. Its the 8 speed gas model that has had some issues. The 6 speed is tried and true.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

After seeing both in person, the CX-70 looks premium and elegant, and the Hyundai looks chintzy.

[@G.Aleksey]

@@TheBreakfastLover 👎

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@G.Aleksey👍

[@Dreamyjin]

The trims being compared is incorrect and your thoughts will change when you see it in person.

[@Stanley112803]

Hyundai looks horrible

[@slscamg]

The Santa Fe was this striking exciting design that I feel like already looks old probably because it’s been out in the defender for a number of years. However, when the Mazda was revealed, it was subtle and elegant and will probably still look good 12 years down the road by the Santa Fe will look like yesterday design language.

[@donE37100]

Great comparison. One word sums up the look of the Santa Fe in my opinion. "Goofy" What were they thinking?🤔

[@anthonyWeightgainer]

I would stay away from any Kia/Hyudai DCT transmissions. Had to do a software update twice at the dealer in 2 and a half years of my ownership. Been reading stories about people getting their transmissions replaced 2 or 3 times!. Traded my 22 Sorento for a CX70 and never looked back.

[@302Mustang13]

@@anthonyWeightgainer Best decision ever. I wouldn't trust a Hyundai or Kia to not catch on fire, blow up and engine or transmission, or even being a target of thieves.

[@Justaeuropeanman]

@@302Mustang13your not wrong. After only owning my Santa Fe for 11 months the transmission went bad. It will be getting replaced under warranty but I have to wait 6-7 months for the transmission to come in for it to get replaced due to the high volume of Santa Fe transmissions going bad. Trading in that POS as soon as I get it back…

[@phs6026]

@@302Mustang13agree😊😊

[@saiya25]

i had 3 hyundai in 10y, well one was my wifes even if told her not to buy it. But first one trunk was opening for no reason, i had to shovel my trunk in a snow storm, same when it was raining... transmission not changing gear in the highway, most dangerous car i drove. the second one is not really issues, but the dealership charged 4k more for a middle trim while charging her the sport one instead, i discvored the robbery not hyundai, and they offered a RCA 50 inch tv lol to compensate. The 3rd one after 2y i took it back cause i got engine and brake issues.

[@paulh6517]

@@302Mustang13 He probably wishes someone had stolen it. You would probably get more from an insurance company than a trade-in.

[@thatr34monster49]

This review actually makes sense! Nice work😊

[@muhammedbappa7560]

That santa fe is too ugly

[@tony3302]

screen is always touch for Apple CarPlay when in Park, and if you go to the settings, you can make it touch screen while driving as well. I have a CX-90 and have done this. 11:13

[@voiceofreason314]

Which one absorbs the bumps better and which one is smoother on the road? That's what really matters. I'm not gonna be racing either one of these so I really couldn't care less which one is faster 0-60...

[@user-se9dv2cc9l]

Мазда это уже стиль и красота,хюндай как не смотри какаха

[@SW-ur3uo]

Mazda hands down

[@MiAnHu88]

This is exactly the comparison I needed.....thought about trading in my 2019 Santa Fe for either one of these...thanks lol

[@SamCarLegion]

You’re welcome

[@williamlangston2143]

17:06: Love it when he says the Hyundai Santa Fe is not enjoyable....then the RAV4 pulls up ....lol

[@judyaustin8527]

Hey Mazda, CX70 platform, with a reduced size about the same as a BMW X3, hybrid powertrain only for packaging, same power, lower weight, better handling, better gas mileage, call it the new CX5, I'll be buying one. I know, it's only wishful thinking.

[@kurtgrundel4045]

I’m with you. Europe gets the CX60 which I think fits our need.

[@enotpoloskun8799]

you just sold me PHOIBOS WAVE MASTER ) looks really nice

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

Sam, The alcantara dash is only available in one color and that is on the highest trim. Easily avoidable.

[@user-jd2nh5li7s]

Как всегда отличный обзор! Спасибо! Люблю смотреть Ваши обзоры.

[@chrisshore9000]

It’s time for my wife to get a car. Once she finds out you can’t get a loaded Cx-70 with the 3.3T without a battery, she’s going to scratch it off her list. I like that car, very sad.

[@curiosityredpill7030]

Cx-90 fold the seat down

[@keithhorkins750]

I love my new Santa Fe……

[@sabinjacob6403]

I think you should compare the CX-70 with the RDX A-Spec. They are in the same price range, or the Lexus NX or RX.

[@neelon2007]

They aren’t cup holders in the rear of the CX-70. They repurposed the pockets by changing the design

[@SamCarLegion]

How do you know?

[@kvetcha]

@@SamCarLegion Because you can literally compare the inserts to those in the CX-90. They’re trays and not cup holders.

[@neelon2007]

@@SamCarLegion Motormouth made the corrections on their Questions, Cars & Coffee #88 episode. They are actually trays

[@Driver.Diaries]

Santa Fe looks like a knock off Chinese Land Rover. The CX-70 is beautiful inside and out. Probably better quality and more refined also. Clear choice.

[@MrFreePSNcodes]

The material quality is really good on the cx-70 when you see it in person.. makes me question my x5 hahah

[@A8shhsjw]

Keep jealousy. Hyundai is trendy, iphonish and Mazda is ugly old overstyled robot.

[@sleeksilver]

​@@A8shhsjwiPhone ish? Lol.

[@A8shhsjw]

@@sleeksilver Hyundai is more iphonish than Apple.

[@Driver.Diaries]

@@A8shhsjw ugly old? The Mazda is brand new lol. Better build quality. More attractive interior and exterior by far. I like that Hyundai is being brave with their designs but the Mazda is clearly more elegant here. More powerful too.

[@SebaF79]

I have de Tucson hybrid with that same engine, surely it’s short of power for that chasis

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

Like others have noted the Santa Fe ICE DCT trans is questionable. Hit or miss. But their hybrid drivetrain is quite solid so far. Id suggest the hybrid model if you want the Santa Fe. Can easily average over 30mpg and it still has decent pep thanks to the turbo 1.6T and automatic transmission they use in the hybrid system. The CX-70 is also great and impressively efficient given its power. Owners average 25mpg which is great considering the car can do 0-60 in 6.5 seconds while carrying up to 7-8 passangers in the cx90 models. The Mazda does feel nicer inside but honestly its not by a massive margin once you realize the Santa Fe costs 5-10K less margin. The Hyundai feels very good for the price. Only thing I wish Mazda did was make the CX-70 smaller and cheaper and the CX-90 more boxy at the rear end. I understand it uses a RWD architecture but its embarrassing the Santa Fe offers similar passanger space, cargo capacity, and performance for thousands less and while being almost 1ft shorter in length.

[@Vziera]

Why no 3.3 diesel

[@canadatroop]

We own both a VN DCT and KN DCT never had a single problem with the transmission nonsense, drove the Santa Fe calligraphy top addition, would take it over the boring Mazda anyday ,

[@agentmossad]

lol you and your girl both look boring, tbh. Lil bro thinks he's ballin in a Hyundai

[@o02566]

Overall Mazda is better but finding comfortable position on driver seat for me was much easier and faster in Santa Fe. PS. Not easy choose frankly speaking because something catches in Santa Fe and same time something missed there definitely. PS2. Take Toyota Highlander instead of both😂

[@issu23]

Hyundai Santa Fe is an appliance whereas Mazda is a car!!!

[@ThatGuy-kv1kw]

gear selectors on Hyundai / genesis are a big mistake. rotary is gone on landcover/jaguar

[@tmac2705]

@@ThatGuy-kv1kw The gear selector has taken a while to get used to but I like having so much space in the center console area

[@ThatGuy-kv1kw]

@@tmac2705 it actually doesn't free up space, a small electronic gear selector, like In my alfa, the base does not. I know that was the selling point

[@vanquish_engineering]

ummmm that Hyundai looks like a literal box with wheels from the rear. Nope. Now, that Mazda, looks alone, hands down proper design, and brilliant appeal. Madza FTW.

[@deanowarrior]

Mazda looks a level up , santa fe looks 1975 like a VW style box.

[@A8shhsjw]

Mazda is overstyled old ugly, Hyundai retro is the best.

[@biggeststeppa1]

@@A8shhsjw just say you have poor taste. Or no taste at all, you enjoy the crappier things in life

[@A8shhsjw]

@@biggeststeppa1 Yeah you are right, so go ride Toyota vibe. I will ride Range Rover vibe.

[@user-tg8xx1qw6h]

The Hyundais interior may last longer, that's debateable. What good will that be on the shoulder of the road broken down? A one liter engine for a vehicle that big? Buy that and you're asking for problems.

[@patrickgagnon9662]

Santa Fe has a transmission problem already ...continuation of the last gens problems ...nice Hyundai but not reliable right from the start ...no thanks .

[@Jcastro9444]

Quit spreading fake news

[@patrickgagnon9662]

@@Jcastro9444 Check out 'Car Confections' they loved it and bought one , ...and you stop spreading fanboy hype and check out the real story instead of what you want it to be . Their transmission failed after 30 minutes , Hyundai replaced it , 2nd one failed , hyundai bought it back ....so fake news that .

[@G.Aleksey]

👎

[@302Mustang13]

Seen used '24 Santa Fe's at my local Ford dealerships, which are standalone dealers. You know the Santa Fe is bad when someone trades it on a Ford.

[@patrickgagnon9662]

@@Jcastro9444 Watch Car Confections, they bought one and reveiwed it ....transmisson failed in 30 minutes , 2nd transmission also died , Hyundai bought it back . The stats on Hyundai/KIA are in that is not fake news , fanboy open your eyes without bias and blinders to this crap reliabliity record for the conpany you love .

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

Like the Santa Fe in videos but once we saw one in the wild the rear looks odd - and not in a good way. But… same issue with the Mazda with its bubble butt. Oh well.

[@paulh6517]

Who doesn't like a Bubble Butt?

[@rose1995R]

Santa Fe has the worst rear design in the world 🌎.

[@tyhyhh]

Hyundai spends all their money on wowing you foe the first 5 mins then they fall apart

[@ccchhhrrriiisss100]

It's not even a contest. The Mazda is sooooo much nicer than that Hyundai. Unfortunately, of course, the Hyundai is still a Hyundai. You'll be needing that warranty.

[@302Mustang13]

Did the Santa Fe transmission survive?

[@SamCarLegion]

This isn't the DCT save the hate for the other engine

[@302Mustang13]

@@SamCarLegion I still wouldn't trust it. I'd rather take a chance on the all new Mazda powertrain instead.

[@SamCarLegion]

I think both are fantastic and just as reliable. No doubt about that

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

​@@302Mustang13The 1.6T hybrid system has had no major issues in the other products Hyundai/KIA stuffs it in.

[@Mohammed-_-Ali]

Is there a problem with the 2.0t 280hp dct Santa fe ?​@@SamCarLegion

[@JeremyGeduldt]

South Africa should receive all new Hyundai Santa Fe Hyundai extended body douuble can ton bakkie Kia Tasman Mazda CX-50 CX-70 CX-80 & CX-90 Ford Explorer Mustang Mach E & Bronco with in the next few years Australia get plenty of brands & models thick & fast .

[@brekdown29]

Why not do a Calligraphy trim for the Santa Fe? That trim level is just as premium with better tech than the Mazda. And the exterior looks much better too.

[@john12354]

nope, santa fe isn't on the cx-70 level, outside more cargo space, and the infotainment system being largest, NOTHING about the santa fe compares

[@domzjb5053]

People: the mazda is permium. Well different trims do look fancier than others. It's a dated design inside and outside. The santa fe just looks odd because youre not use to the box shape, though I must say that the back on the outside looks unfinished in person. I'd say wait for hyundai to figure out their transmission before purchasing 1

[@alengreen589]

I like Santa 🎅

[@heNzVf20c]

I like the name Santa Claus better.

[@saiya25]

mazda over hyundai, i get the practical side, which for my family i would love, but man 5y and more ownership the hyundai is a ticking bomb. I got 3 hyundai since 2009, only problems i got, the worst issues i got from all cars brand i ever owned

[@spitfirenutspitfirenut4835]

That Hyundai is ugly

[@raschidtaluban2568]

sushi is better than a kimchi😅

[@serhiiverveiko4929]

I thought the Mazda CX-90 (pardon, 90) has a 2.5 liter naturally aspirated engine.

[@Rockytop8118]

It does in the PHEV

[@user-tg8xx1qw6h]

The turbo has an inline 6 cylinder, rwd

[@henryrestrepo8214]

MAZDA CX-70 🤩

[@Squall1811]

Too bad Mazda doesn’t have a three row version of the CX70 that could compare with the santa fe. Oh wait... it does...

[@justingroen3235]

It doesn't make sense comparing an Hybrid to an ICE car. Completely different buyers and use-case. Yes, hybrid buyers are prioritizing fuel economy, cost of ownership over performance, duh! Also, for a lot of buyers, usable cargo space does matter and is more important than luxury. I'm seriously so tired of a car industry and car reviewers who can only value performance and luxury as desirable features. This review was a complete waste of time.

[@yikvaiin]

CX70 FOR SURE

[@markb3866]

SF wireless chargers are completely useless. Seats side busters are too high so if you are wide body, it will bother you. But it's super quiet inside, dual pane windows, soft suspension, tins of space inside, tons of storage ( more than other cars in the market). Btw, you can drive 74mph in electric mode in Hybrid version. I tried Mazda but its too small, too tight, no storage inside and too stiff. Looks like a BMW, so thats the positive

[@Stanley112803]

The looks cheap and dated

[@Sno-re-lax]

2:45 Me: Santa .... Clause ? ... no ?

[@SamCarLegion]

@@Sno-re-lax man didn’t think of him damn

[@boost331]

Japanese > American > German >Chinese > Korean. Absolute last resort, cant afford anything else vehicles.

[@issavibez394]

Hyundai very ugly it look wayyyyy to much like a land rover

[@G.Aleksey]

👎

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

You spelled your mother's name wrong.

[@johnnytampocao7671]

No comparison at all just watching your video I’m loving the Mazda it looks better in and out and Mazda has a very reliable engine as good as the Toyotas.

[@Briwhy]

Easy. Cx70. Sooo much classier all around better.

[@cfodge69]

Mazda is stunning.

[@portknoxxa]

Skip the Santa Fe D-clutch. I'd definitely take the Santa Fe Hybrid over the CX70.

[@mbenton6]

Hell no

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Same here!

[@davidcoppedge9667]

Lmaooo yall are slow... 10 year 100k warranty engine and drivetrain

[@franciscodiaz3723]

Santa Fe

[@pingpongballz5998]

The Mazda is beautiful inside and out.

[@escobardify]

Can you say paid ad by Mazda! Too obvious!

[@SamCarLegion]

@@escobardify you’re a genius 😳😳

[@agentmossad]

mowing lawns in his santa fe and big mad

[@JeremyGeduldt]

the Asian Mazda CX-4 should be replaced by CX-40 .

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

Santa Fe has had numerous transmission problems documented on KZbin.

[@rayo7980]

The hybrid is fine

[@josephalba978]

"numerous" as in one case and it was a super early production unit

[@jacksonndoll5055]

How many of them? Lies, just one case.

[@Justaeuropeanman]

@@josephalba978Mine was not early production model… and the transmission on mine failed also and had multiple electrical issues. Turns out I have to wait 6 months to get my Santa Fe back because there are a lot of Santa Fe suv’s having failing transmissions… but hey atleast Hyundai was nice enough to give me a Piece of shit Hyundai Accent while my Santa Fe sits in the shop for 6 months after only owning it for 11 months. Trading in that Piece of shit as soon as I get it back

[@Bacteriod]

Stop talking garbage, the GAS Santa Fe 8-Speed Transmission has had issues. It is a TOTALLY different transmission than the 6-speed one that is in the Hybrid, that has had no issues. If you're going to make statements like that, do some homework and make sure they are clear and correct.

[@mangalytical4539]

Literally, no one asked for this

[@SamCarLegion]

@@mangalytical4539 i thought so, but check some comments

[@G.Aleksey]

Санта фе 😉👍

[@John-kx3ng]

Mazda= Premium Hyundai = HAHAHA!

[@domzjb5053]

It's just that the outside is dated

[@A8shhsjw]

Mazda is premium? Hahaha. It's a cheap than Chinese.

[@MrFreePSNcodes]

@SamsungSkLgHyundaiKia Hyundai quality is shit unless it's Genesis so please stop commenting on every single comment that states the obvious

[@Drg24800]

@@A8shhsjw your comment makes zero sense

[@A8shhsjw]

@@Drg24800 Redneck animal can't understand human.

[@rontopping7811]

Hyundai is a 10 year guaranteed piece of sh,,

[@franciscou2615]

Mazda hace años que tiene los mismos diseños que ya pasan a ser clasicos, no necesita hacer nada para demostrar que es una marca de categoría, PERO!... se está quedando atrás en lo estético, no hay nada novedoso por fuera. Hyundai apuesta a un cambio radical, a algunos no les gusta a otros si les gusta, pero lo que si está claro es que es innovador en su diseño. Ahora lo ridículo es hacer un video para comparar 2 vehículos de segmentos diferentes. Japon vs Korea????... Estupido video... Saludos

[@Carlosvg-h1p]

@@franciscou2615 Pero ese diseño es nuevo a que se refiere, lo único que es igual a la cx-90

[@franciscou2615]

@@Carlosvg-h1p Por eso... Es lo mismo, no hay innovacion en el diseño, es lo clasico de Mazda como marca, pero no seria malo que proponga algo realmente nuevo y diferente en sus exteriores a veces se ve hasta "aburrido"... ya que es siempre lo mismo por fuera.

[@Carlosvg-h1p]

@@franciscou2615 La Cx90 es un diseño nuevo, la Cx50, Cx30 es nueva por igual pues ya han lanzado esos nuevos, falta la cx5 y Mazda 3 por rediseñar

[@franciscou2615]

@@Carlosvg-h1pEs cosa de mirarlos de costado... Es prácticamente la misma línea de diseño para todos los modelos.... A eso voy con quizas innovar en una nueva propuesta, apostar, arriesgar...

[@Carlosvg-h1p]

@franciscou2615 Se parecen algunos si pero no todos, sucede con honda si miras crv, pilot, civic se parecen, Toyota Rav4 y Grand Highlander por igual, Nissan Pathfinder y Rogue pues no solo es Mazda que hace eso.

[@onealc9278]

I can’t imagine paying 60 something thousand dollars for a Mazda 🤣

[@Drg24800]

Imagine getting an unreliable Hyundai for any amount of money 😂

[@xsej4223]

What car do you think is affordable nowadays?

[@onealc9278]

@@xsej4223 I’m not car shopping. But I wouldn’t spend 60 on a Mazda nor a Hyundai.

[@RA-oy6bg]

They Hyundai def looks worse and cheap in person.

[@abdulrahmangurer]

👎

[@reyrey520]

You like biden😂😂😂😂😂 confuse or shorts 😂😂😂😂

[@SamCarLegion]

I love shorts 🩳

[@CAMOETO]

I mean if you like funky styling, numb steering, bad ergos, and a soulless power train - feel free to pick the Santa Fe. :)

[@andreylosetskiy5217]

Santa Fe the ugliest car ever

[@VG22.]

CHEVROLET TRAVERSE RS over both of these .... for family hauling

[@TyK622]

Nit picking review and lots of jealous comments whilst eating lemons 🍋 😂😂

[@blackeagle6655]

Always❤MAZDA❤