Driving Impressions

The Santa Fe is one of the friendliest and easiest of the smaller SUVs to drive, and it handles adeptly and performs admirably. Its bulging fenders, which are uncommon on SUVs, actually make a difference in judging the vehicle’s position. This SUV is appropriately spacious, and it runs quietly. It also delivers an appealing ride.

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    Side impact and curtain air bags
    Side impact and curtain air bags are designed to inflate when an impact is detected by side collision sensors depending on the strength, speed or angles of impact resulting from a side impact ...

    Truckish performance
    Interior noise aside, the Santa Fe performed well on the road. The ride is feels more truckish than carlike. The bumps are hard, and on the highway, I never felt confident in this vehicle. The pow ...

    Interior overview
    Door lock/unlock button Outside rearview mirror control switch Central door lock switch Power window lock switch Power window switches Hood release lever Parking brake* Instrument p ...