Correction - engine is a 1.6 turbo! Not a 1.4. My brain defaulted to "tiny engine with a turbo." Appreciate all who pointed it out!

Just bought a 2022 hyundai santa fe limited hybrid. Seriously best car ever. We test drove and researched over 10+ cars. Hyundai is in a league of its own. Plus a 10 year 100,000 mile warranty to throw in the mix.

This may seem like a minute, trivial detail, but I really appreciate how you use terminology like “Hyundai’s models” or “products” or “their lineup” as opposed to “the Hyundai brand.” Reinforces that you’re focused on the cars themselves and not image issues, public perception or stereotypes. A small thing that makes a big difference to me.

I have the exact same car. Bought it on May. Very very high tech car and excellent ride quality.

This is an intelligent buy.

Thetopher is the most entertaining person to watch I could watch him for HOURS AND HOURS

Thanks for another pleasant, entertaining, and informative review. I too am impressed at how Hyundai continues upping its game with each new vehicle. That interior looks like Genesis, and the infotainment functionality and displays look like their best yet. Surprising to see them continually outdoing themselves.

The spare tire is underneath the vehicle. It's a temporary spare, which still beats a tire repair kit, IMHO.

The reviewer notes that the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV doesn't "quite get the mpg" of its rivals. While true, no one ever mentions the reason for this The reason the Toyotas consistently exceed in mpg is because their hybrid engines are all mated to CVT transmissions ... everything from the Prius, through the Highlander. The Sante Fe HEV mates its 1.6T to a conventional six-speed automatic transmission. That six speed is THE reason why the Santa Fe produces all that wonderful, smooth torque, while a similarly-powered Toyota (e.g. the RAV4 or Venza) give you that under-powered acceleration sound of a baby wanting its bottle. The trade offs: Hyundai - lower mpg but much better quiet acceleration and torque; a conventional, smooth feeling of automatic shifting. Toyota - Better mpg, but more sluggish "moaning" acceleration; less torque; comparatively lower-maintenance CVT (Note: Hyundai has never had notable problems with its conventional transmissions).

I appreciate your reviews over some of the other channels that try to be too funny or clever. Buying a car is a serious decision and I don't need to hear how many Twinkies fit in the center console.

1.6 turbo, actually.

We love our New Santa Fe’ and you’re right the Driver assists Lane keep is amazing.

Thanks, Chris. Been waiting for this review. Sofyan and Alex should have theirs posted here within a week or two. Love your Review!

Another great review. Hyundai and Kia are just killing it these days. I really like a lot of their recent products. I'm hoping you'll be able to do one of your great reviews on the new Hyundai Tucson hybrid. It uses the same powertrain as this Santa Fe and makes the same horsepower. I think fuel economy is better in the Tucson because it's a smaller vehicle, and they really nailed the styling of the Tucson.

probably the best looking hyundai in a while imo

Nice Speedmaster and nice review. As someone who has been a loyal Subaru Outback owner for the last six years(Two Outbacks), I am unhappy with the reliability of the CVT and seriously considering the SANTA FE Hybrid as a next vehicle.

Great review! Hyundai is truly a Premier product nowadays. I do think it’s a 1.6T though, not a 1.4T.

Hey topher, you should try to get a grand cherokee or grand cherokee L on the channel if possible. Keep up the good work!

Topher, thanks for another great test drive. Hyundai, please make those front 1/4 windows able to open and close. Imagine how many e-gallons (or whatever) an owner might save if they could just have those open, and the compressor off. Front 1/4 ventilation is a product of design that many people liked for a long time.

Just found this used with 22,000 mile on it in near perfect condition. Needed to upgrade from my '17 Fit for bambina on the way. All i can say is full Keanu "Whoa...", lol! Great video, Topher of the past! Helped figure out the weird rear seat.

Hyundai and Kia are really making it difficult to justify buying a Mercedes, Audi, or BMW. Granted, the German vehicles are more refined but in terms of quality and fit/finish, this Santa Fe can hold its own, especially in the limited trim.

Now this is a hybrid I'd actually buy since I do not like cvts one bit

that car at 15:19 tho 👀

One thing I really wish Hyundai would STOP doing is bumper level rear turn signals. This new Santa Fe and the new Tucson has them. IMO, those type of turn signals should be banned in the U.S. I can't wait to see how their plug-in hybrids perform. I hope Toyota is planning to refine their hybrids with this type of value coming from Hyundai.

Terrific and honesty review. Thank you @TheTopher

Ooh I like that 🌞 🔥 thanks bro

NICE VIDEO

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited - POV Review GOOD~~

The Omega Speedmaster was the best part of this video

wow hyundai have come long way

I rented one of these and loved it!

The electric motor filling in until the turbo spools up is brilliant engineering. However, having an electric motor kinda makes having a turbo pointless in this application. I'd rather have a smaller N/A engine with a stronger electric motor instead of a turbo for better engine longevity & reliability but, kudos to whomever at Hyundai implemented that function into this powertrain.

Hope you get your hands on a Calligraphy model soon. Really nice, inside and out!

Thanks for the review. I like your style. Would be interested in its comfort and quietness.

Although it’s expensive I think this might be the car to get

Wait. So from all Hyundai products. Santa Fe has the best Harman Kardon system from all Hyundai products?

I have the gas engine option and that is the most worthy vehicle i ever bought

"Let's go honey, It's time to take the car for a walk!"

What an impressive car!

How come we never see TheTopher except for his reflection in the windows?

Nice review. Do you remember how loud the backup (VESS)sound was on the Santa Fe Hybrid?

How tall are you? Would be a nice reference when test driving.

I wonder what the performance would be when climbing mountains.

Is the hybrid version worth it over the standard version

That music will give you Road Rage !

Wondering if the left hand side mirror was cracked?

Fan from india 🙏 Chennai ❤️❤️

why does the car sounds louder than the Tuscon from the inside. i mean i am picking up more enviroment noice than when you drove the Tuscon?

Toyota is scratching theirs heads

In you’re opinion are these new Hyundai’s reliable?

How come no heads up display or is it disabled?

@TheTopher curious of your impressions and comparisons between the Santa Fe Hybrid or Sonata Hybrid? which has the better driving experience, ride quality and feel? Thanks!

Far more value tech than audi bmw merc land rover etc I really like!!!

Looks Like a Honda CRV or Toyota RAV4

Will you be doing the Plug In version ?

What paint color was this Santa Fe on, Typhoon Silver Metallic?

Which one has the quieter cabin in your experience? The cx5 turbo or the Santa Fe turbo?

no tach in the sport mode?

Is there 2022 version

happy santa fe

Hyundai came a long way.

Still waiting for your Tucson 2022 review

This or the tucson hybrid limited?

Lexus ct200 h review please

So still dual clutch on these things?

Interesting you say that in the beginning, I’m not interested in hybrids with CVT, don’t even really entertain it

Bro,ur sound on youtube is very mild.Could u turn up by 2 notch .??

What is the engine rpm at 100 km

So what happens if you do not put your hands on the wheel and steer a bit? Does the Highway assist system pull over safely to the side of the road and stop? Several years ago I had a wave of sleepiness wash over me out of nowhere, in the morning, not long into an all day drive. The rumble strips on the side of the road woke me back up. I thought any system that can detect that and pull over safely would be worth big $$$. The last time I went car shopping, in 2015, I was not convinced anything on the market at the time was an answer, maybe Subaru?

Speedmaster 42 ?!

I'm still waiting for Mini Cooper S Countryman...😢

I would stay away from any Hyundai product like the plague.. In my experience the only thing worse than the reliability of Hyundai is the way Hyundai treats their customers. I own a 2017 Hyundai Sonata PHEV, which experienced hybrid system failure on i95 (nearly causing an accident) on Aug 31, 2021. Two months later, during which time the Hyundai dealer made two unsuccessful repair attempts, I picked up my car only to have Hybrid system failure occur for the third time before I even made it to the first traffic light. The service center then told me the car (under warranty) needs a new battery pack, which I have been waiting for over the past FIVE months. The car has been out of service for SEVEN months and Hyundai has refused all buyback attempts. I bought a new Rav4 Prime in Feb…..If I ever get my Hyundai back it will be sold.

Why is your filming of the cars make them look deformed?

WANT

A bit of a "fan boy" review of Hyundai about how "keep improving, refining.. " (ad nauseum) " . Sure you're not on the payroll? LOL Like the overview of the features esp the driver assist, so that was helpful. The driving on interstate with your choice of music going I could have done w/o TBH. Would have been nice to get more info on mechanicals (is sport mode a shock adjustment system? Standard coil spring / strut? is it the same AWD system they licensed a few years back? Luggage area? Roof rack and options for loading camping racks/boat racks/gear? Trailer towing? spare tire included? I had to stop at the music/highway part sorry.

how is the under the thigh support in these seat me being 6 feet? I need these for long routes and I strongly desire under the thigh support in those long runs

Hi my name is Luis Urbieta and I love this video. What if cars were perfect from their beginning?

I'm still driving my 2019. Did they fix the issue with the chrome "laminate" door handles peeling? Two of mine are being replaced in a couple of days. I'm just glad they failed before my warranty ran out.

I have questions. What kind of fuel economy were you getting around 75mph? Was the passing power decent at highway speeds? My next vehicle will need to go over some mountain passes regularly and I worry about that engines ability to pull a car up the mountains at 75mph around 5k rpm. My last question is whether you think the fuel economy being on the low side for an SUV that size should dissuade you from choosing the hybrid version? It seems kind of weird to purchase a hybrid that gets similar fuel economy to an old Ford Escape hybrid

Whats the 0-60time on this?

Palisade>

C class interior hehehehehe.

I’ve never heard of a 1.4 liter, what happened to the 1.6 ?

So, no spare tire? Bummer.

make it diesel. hybrid and gasoline is the perfect combination to scrap in 10 years

Good job Hyundai ....South korean companies are giving the big boys a run for their money ....They make really cheap luxury cars ...just look at the Genesis

Those rims are so ugly!!

Smot pock 😂

Sir lamborghini urus

Really enjoyed the video right up until the end where you put that stupid music on.

The front end design is a complete failure compared to its cousin.