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in Affordable Midsize SUVs

Based on analysis of 40 Santa-Fe reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $21,695 - $30,545
Invoice: $20,861 - $28,657
MPG: 17 City / 24 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:8.2
Performance:7.3
Exterior:8.5
Interior:7.9
Safety:9.9
Reliability:6.0
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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

While the Hyundai Santa Fe's previous models were known for looking a bit quirky, most reviews praise Hyundai for the newly redesigned exterior, which has made the SUV more conventional. But it also gets lost in the pack.

  • "Hyundai showed good taste in moving away from the overly busy appearance of the previous Santa Fe. Where the outgoing model's lines and creases seemed like design for design's sake, the new model takes a much simpler approach." -- Kelley Blue Book
  • "The new Santa Fe is more conventional in appearance, melding nicely with an overall shape resembling a cross between the Toyota Highlander or RAV4 with just a hint of Acura RDX." -- Motor Trend
  • "The Santa Fe is the best effort yet, with lines that flow gracefully into each other. Hyundai toned down its typical fender flare, and now there's just enough to give the vehicle character." -- Cars.com
Review Last Updated: 11/13/09