Santa Fe & Santa Fe Hybrid
2023 Hyundai Santa Fe in Avondale, AZ
MSRP
$28,750
MPG
36 City
31 Highway
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The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe is a family car’s dream. With a luxurious interior, a sleek exterior, and all of Hyundai’s safety features as the standard, no matter what trim you choose from, the Santa Fe holds a strong competition with other two-row vehicles in its class.
As a brand, Hyundai is known for expanding its lineup to meet the needs of the growing electric vehicle market. The exciting new 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is a perfect example.
In fact, Kelley Blue Book gave two major awards -- Best Buy and Best Family Car -- to the 2022 model. Motor Trend keeps including this SUV in its Ultimate Car Rankings.
If you are wondering about technologies and amenities, the Car Connection has given this SUV a perfect 10 rating for “Features”. For the 2023 Santa Fe, Hyundai has added more standards to each trim. To learn more, continue reading below.
Where Value, Storage, and Luxury Meet
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe has 111 cubic feet of passenger space. This allows it to have one of the biggest back rows in the midsize SUV class, surpassing the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse, which has 98.2 cubic feet of storage.
For the second-row passengers, they will have 41.7 inches of legroom in these Hyundai vehicles. That’s some serious wiggle room!
Whether you have car seats with kids or teens gaming in the back row, shoppers won’t find this much passenger space on many midsize SUV rivals. This includes the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Honda Passport.
The Santa Fe Hybrid models, HEV and PHEV vehicles, have a little less rear legroom at 40.8 or 39.5 inches. As far as cargo space goes, the gas-powered model is rated at 36.4 cubic feet. With the second row folded flat, you will have 72.1 cubic feet of free and versatile space.
When it comes for towing, drivers will be pleased to know that the Santa Fe can handle up to t 2,000 pounds for the base engine and hybrids. The 2.5T turbo can handle up to 3,500 pounds. All trim levels, without modifications, have a ground clearance of 8.2 inches.
Hyundai is known for the high value-to-price ratio that makes every trim level a good buy. Beyond that, ownership costs are kept in check through America’s Best Warranty.
Helping owners manage fuel economy, Front Wheel-Drive models earn 28 miles per gallon on the highway. Even better, hybrids earn as much as 34 miles per gallon in combined driving.
Luxury and Value-Based Interior
A two-level dash provides a striking anchor for the design. Plus it has unique oval-shaped vents. From the cockpit to the center console, it’s all about ease of use.
To start, an eight-way power adjusting seat is available on most Santa Fe models. Lumbar support, thigh extension, and memory seating is available for trim levels Limited and higher. If you need 3 rows of seats, by the way, you’ll want to check out the Hyundai Palisade.
The 2023 Santa Fe has a unique cockpit design. With a button-operated shifter and button-electric parking brake, this leads the interior in a more modern direction. The tilt-telescoping steering wheel has additional infotainment buttons. Topping it all off, there are fun paddle shifters.
An 8-inch display is offered in the Santa Fe, which pairs effortlessly with your smartphone via Bluetooth, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Parent Incentives
For those with young children, the Hyundai incentives include a stain resistant upholstery in the SE models that parents adore. Stopping messes before they start, there are anti-tip cupholders. Plus, there are ample cabin storage spaces that make this car the perfect midsize, two-row SUV.
The Santa Fe’s dash design is tastefully done for parents. In higher trim levels, a durable stitching design is done across the dash as well as the steering wheel. This steering wheel can have a heating option, which is available for most models.
The cluster gauge is a digital one for the Santa Fe. With this amenity, drivers can change the design to whatever suits them best during their busy errands. For higher trim levels, a Head Up display is available, which shows the vehicle’s speed on the front windshield.
Hyundai is famously known for its interior storage and tastefully oriented center console. This is perfect for a family-crossover such as the Santa Fe. A wireless phone charging pad is included in most trim levels, as well as 360-parking for the SEL premium trim and above.
Comfort is assured by well-bolstered seats with ample front-seat adjustability. Reclining chairs help second-row passengers find a good perch. To top off second row comfort, passengers will appreciate their own air conditioning vents and a USB port for their use. A quiet mode blocks infotainment noise where children may be in carseats.
High-End Safety Features
Drivers get even more safety assistance from this 2023 model. As mentioned before, all of Hyundai’s safety features are offered in each trim of the Santa Fe, putting the biggest priority on safety.
Additionally, Hyundai has earned top marks from both public and private crash testing agencies. It has a 5-star NHTSA Rating and an IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus designation, both from 2020.
Whenever you need it, the Santa Fe offers a Driver-Selectable Downhill Brake. An automatic braking assist can also sense when you are in an emergency or near collision, putting the minds of parents to rest.
To back this up, Edmunds, a respected automotive journalist website, congratulated the Santa Fe’s “smooth-operating” Driver Aids. These are now expanded to an automatic emergency braking system which watches for cyclists and junction dangers.
Other safety assets include Lane Trajectory which try to prevent parking mistakes. A Blind Spot Monitoring proves helpful in preventing side crash scenarios.
Gas-Powered Santa Fe Trims Explained
The 2023 Santa Fe comes in five gas-powered trims, set to fit any lifestyle. These trims are the SE, SEL, XRT, Limited, and the exclusive Santa Fe Calligraphy.
As far as specs go, the Santa Fe SE, SEL and XRT are equipped with the main gas-powered engine. This 4-cylinder powertrain generates 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of load-moving torque.
When upgrading to the Hyundai Santa Fe Limited or Calligraphy, the driver commands a turbocharged engine. Output is 281 horses and 311 lb-ft.
SE and SEL Trims
The SE model is the base model for the Santa Fe. It remains quite popular with first-time Hyundai buyers for its big value package. This includes all of Hyundai’s safety features and ventilated seats.
The 2023 Santa Fe SEL model is a step above the SE. The interior is dressed in HTex leatherette, which is rare for any lower model.
Here in Phoenix AZ, where it’s all about air conditioning, it’s nice to know that this model is pulling out the stops. You get dual automatic AC, second-row air vents, and helpful sunshades.
This model is all about conveniences, too. It’s just easier to use your smart phone as the Hyundai Digital Key. Plus, a power liftgate is standard. That’s a big win for busy parents who will enjoy its automatic hands-free functions.
High-End Santa Fe Trims: XRT and Limited
If you want a show stopping vehicle, you’ll aim for the Limited or Calligraphy trim levels. This allows for more interior and exterior color and leather schemes, as well as thick noise-blocking windows. Tech lovers will appreciate the clever layout and usability of dual widescreen displays.
The Santa Fe XRT is basically an SEL model with a convenience package and is meant to be in competition with the Subaru Outback Wilderness. With a bold design, quick acceleration, and easy to access side steps, this trim is best for the adventure-minded buyer.
Santa Fe Limited has premium soft door panels and a panoramic sunroof. The front seats are power ventilated, making this trim a fan-favorite for Phoenix, AZ buyers. The power driver’s chair has a lower cushion extension. Plus memory features can move the seat to match the driver’s preference.
The All-Exclusive Calligraphy Trim
The Santa Fe Calligraphy model is truly where value and luxury meet. This vehicle proudly wears premium leather and matching quilted door inserts. Overhead, you’ll find a very soft Eco-Suede liner. Ambient lighting adds comfort for the driver and passenger during nighttime drives. A chrome skid plate dresses up the exterior.
The Calligraphy’s dash design is quite tastefully done. With a Surround View monitor and Blind Spot View Monitor working well together, all Hyundai amenities and luxury packages are neatly put together in one vehicle – the Santa Fe Calligraphy.
A Harman Kardon system is standard. This premium audio sounds pristine due to its Clari-Fi™ technology. With this audio system’s 12 speakers, passengers enjoy individualized surround sound from the QuantumLogic system.
2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid
All 2023 hybrids have more luxury features than ever before. Clearly, Hyundai is thinking ahead. It’s great to know that the electric models are up-to-date and can hold their own in a competitive hybrid market.
Looking at hybrid trims, the base model is the Santa Fe Blue. This trim is like the traditional SEL models. These cabins now have the largest touchscreen. This comes with favorites such as navigation and intelligent voice recognition. You can get OTA Map updates, ensuring that the navigation stays current.
The highest Hybrid trim is the Santa Fe Limited, which are like traditional gas-powered Limited models. This means you get the all-leather upholstery including door panels. You enjoy digital instrument gauges, adding to the high tech feel of the interior. Best of all, this premium package has a stunning panoramic roof.
As for hybrid specs, the powertrain is rated at 266 horsepower. The 4-cylinder engine has plenty of power of its own, but it creates even more because it is attached to dual electric motors. Hybrid Blue models earn 36 miles per gallon around town and 31 miles per gallon at highway speeds on the open road.
For those interested in a Hyundai Santa Fe for sale, look no further than Avondale Hyundai Earnhardt, where we can offer competitive financing and an outstanding customer experience.
Features
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Bluetooth®
- 4WD/AWD
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Keyless Entry
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Features
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Bluetooth®
- 4WD/AWD
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Keyless Entry
More Details
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