2024 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT First Look - Is Boxy Best?
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Date: 2023-11-17
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Comments and reviews: 19
autos
I m indifferent to the exterior styling but love the interior. It s so clever and practical. That top compartment over the glove box is a UV-C sanitizer in other markets. Maybe it is here too.
I just bought a Sorento PHEV but would have preferred this Santa Fe. Their wheelbases indicate they ARE platform mates. I did want a PHEV which I suspected would not be available for the Sorento. Selfishly, I m glad Hyundai made this decision or I would be regretting my purchase.
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I m indifferent to the exterior styling but love the interior. It s so clever and practical. That top compartment over the glove box is a UV-C sanitizer in other markets. Maybe it is here too.
I just bought a Sorento PHEV but would have preferred this Santa Fe. Their wheelbases indicate they ARE platform mates. I did want a PHEV which I suspected would not be available for the Sorento. Selfishly, I m glad Hyundai made this decision or I would be regretting my purchase.
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Mark
Alex - During the Hyundai presentation today, the exec said that 3-row seating is standard. IMO that means there will be NO 2-row trim available. Is that your understanding also?
If so, I m extremely disappointed since that will drive the cost higher and also lose much of the under cargo floor storage space that the 2-row facilitates.
It just doesn t make sense to make 3-row standard since they already have the Pallisade for that.
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Alex - During the Hyundai presentation today, the exec said that 3-row seating is standard. IMO that means there will be NO 2-row trim available. Is that your understanding also?
If so, I m extremely disappointed since that will drive the cost higher and also lose much of the under cargo floor storage space that the 2-row facilitates.
It just doesn t make sense to make 3-row standard since they already have the Pallisade for that.
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Shawn
I love how Hyundai is doing planned obselescence. They refuse to do naturally aspirated and standard automatic cars. Like why couldnt you do a 3. 0L v6 or a 2. 0L hybrid inline 4 for the powertrains? Turbocharging on top of hybridization is asking for cost of maintenance to increase dramatically after 100k miles.
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I love how Hyundai is doing planned obselescence. They refuse to do naturally aspirated and standard automatic cars. Like why couldnt you do a 3. 0L v6 or a 2. 0L hybrid inline 4 for the powertrains? Turbocharging on top of hybridization is asking for cost of maintenance to increase dramatically after 100k miles.
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Mandar
Thank you Alex for the introductory review. I really want to like this SUV. but the tail lights location is a big no for me. I wish they change the position and they could do something similar to their headlight design. like LED bar connecting two tailights. it will look good on this boxy SUV.
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Thank you Alex for the introductory review. I really want to like this SUV. but the tail lights location is a big no for me. I wish they change the position and they could do something similar to their headlight design. like LED bar connecting two tailights. it will look good on this boxy SUV.
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Draconis
Liking the styling and design; don't mind the lights. However, I do hope they change to amber signal lights instead of combined red brake and signal lights. Too bad about the lack of PHEV. Kinda wished they had a way to keep carseats in the middle row and keep access to the rear row.
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Liking the styling and design; don't mind the lights. However, I do hope they change to amber signal lights instead of combined red brake and signal lights. Too bad about the lack of PHEV. Kinda wished they had a way to keep carseats in the middle row and keep access to the rear row.
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palebeachbum
I don't dislike the exterior, but the front looks far too similar to a 10yr old Ford Flex. When the camera person squatted down at the rear, I think the rear actually looked great. Standing up, it looks a bit dumpy, but I still somehow like it. I guess because it's distinctive.
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I don't dislike the exterior, but the front looks far too similar to a 10yr old Ford Flex. When the camera person squatted down at the rear, I think the rear actually looked great. Standing up, it looks a bit dumpy, but I still somehow like it. I guess because it's distinctive.
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Leon
Headlights heading towards just being a screen as well?
Kinda volvo-esque hammer design
boxy is alright but man that rear end. it looks like it's sad lol. don't get rear ended else you'll replace bumpers AND tail lights lol
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Headlights heading towards just being a screen as well?
Kinda volvo-esque hammer design
boxy is alright but man that rear end. it looks like it's sad lol. don't get rear ended else you'll replace bumpers AND tail lights lol
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autos
Peculiar is a nice way to put it. That taillight positioning is a mess. Search for the photoshopped version online and you can see how much better it looks with them positioned where they should be.
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Peculiar is a nice way to put it. That taillight positioning is a mess. Search for the photoshopped version online and you can see how much better it looks with them positioned where they should be.
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Matt
Kia and Hyundai new models are called Defendant and Firestarter ( in most cases). All models come with USB Stick ignition and a voucher for a new engine in 5 years.
Thank you Kim Gwang-ho
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Kia and Hyundai new models are called Defendant and Firestarter ( in most cases). All models come with USB Stick ignition and a voucher for a new engine in 5 years.
Thank you Kim Gwang-ho
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iluvcakes19
I like it; looks good. but Hyundai / Kia seem to be all (aesthetic) design and very little meaningful functionality. I doubt this thing will actually be competent off-road.
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I like it; looks good. but Hyundai / Kia seem to be all (aesthetic) design and very little meaningful functionality. I doubt this thing will actually be competent off-road.
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Mehmet
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Stephen
I like the styling and not bothered by only two third row seats. When there is three across the middle seat is never practical. Can't wait for your full review
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I like the styling and not bothered by only two third row seats. When there is three across the middle seat is never practical. Can't wait for your full review
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assvocado
The back is not good looking. Turn signal and reverse lights are too low. Given how the vehicle hoods are higher now, that would raise a safety concern.
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The back is not good looking. Turn signal and reverse lights are too low. Given how the vehicle hoods are higher now, that would raise a safety concern.
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stingygunner
enormous third row? Come on now. You're sitting on the floor, and it's difficult to get in and out. That's a fail, like most crossover third rows.
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enormous third row? Come on now. You're sitting on the floor, and it's difficult to get in and out. That's a fail, like most crossover third rows.
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tjs114
Kia Sorento not related to the Santa Fe? I think you misspoke there. The Sorento and Santa Fe are platform partners, like the Tucson and Sportage.
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Kia Sorento not related to the Santa Fe? I think you misspoke there. The Sorento and Santa Fe are platform partners, like the Tucson and Sportage.
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KP
I like every about this except for the rear styling. I want something boxy and practical. I hope the AWD system is good for dirt roads and snow.
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I like every about this except for the rear styling. I want something boxy and practical. I hope the AWD system is good for dirt roads and snow.
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Egon
I think it looks good, although the rear lights are quite low like others have said. I m interested but why no PHEV for the US? Kind of weird
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I think it looks good, although the rear lights are quite low like others have said. I m interested but why no PHEV for the US? Kind of weird
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Greg
I currently have a hybrid 2022 Sorento and I would gladly replace it with this. Especially if you can get the hybrid with the 7 seats.
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I currently have a hybrid 2022 Sorento and I would gladly replace it with this. Especially if you can get the hybrid with the 7 seats.
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Larry
The rear lights don t bother me. I m interested in the hybrid version. I hope they make the hybrid available in the Caligraphy trim.
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The rear lights don t bother me. I m interested in the hybrid version. I hope they make the hybrid available in the Caligraphy trim.
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