All-New 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Review // Big hit or swing and a miss?

The back is fugly

During the intro when you mentioned "wet clutch" I literally said out loud "oh nooo" and then you mentioned the transmission issues to come and I had a good laugh LOL. Hyundai has had wet clutch transmission issues dating back to 2016. I guess they haven't ironed out all the problems yet. Shame, because this new Santa Fe looks amazing inside and out. I love how flat all the seats fold! That is a rarity these days.

The Hybrid option is the way to go with this car, lease don’t buy. Avoid the DCT transmission at all cost.

3rd row seats should be completely (and easily) removable to expose a full length flat floor large cargo area
MM, wish would talk a bit about driving position ergonomics and visibility
From being a forum member, we noticed H has a few issues with all new models, issues ranging from faulty (costly) injectors on turbo engines, to troubled transmissions that may or may not have a real fix. Engines overall seem better done on their more expensive models - while models such as Elantra may still be troubled in the engine department. Too bad this company finds it acceptable to rush in production complex new transmissions. The least reliable long term models are the hybrids while their EV have been troubled by strange issues, including the braking system. Generally speaking H warranty is very good but their repair time is usually long, due to their overload with faulty GDI engines.

They look nice, but engine issues and fires. 🔥 🔥 🔥 🚒 🚒 Fire 🚒

Why say Leatherette? It's vinyl or Leather, can't be both.
Let's not over sell, with fancy words.
Is it pee or mineral water?😮😂

LED lights look nice, but will it cost double the price of the vehicle to replace them?

HERE'S THE PROBLEM!!! ALL THE DEALERS ARE ADVERTISING online price. You get there and the "dealership is marking up 15,000 on that advertise price "

I have a new 2024 xrt. Only had it for a week before I started having problems. It’s in the shop already! 😢 It may be the transmission. Definitely wish I had seen this prior to buying it.

I bought a limited. Now I worry every day when my wife will call and say the transmission went out. Ist time it goes out I will trade it in. Love the SUV but stress over the DCT. Spend $50 grand and worry when the DCT is going to go out. Thanks Hyundai. DCT is not a 100.000 transmission. At $8000 way too much money to replace. They are praising that they had it for a week and say no problem with DCT. Come on. I bought it because I like bench seats on 2nd row.

This is by far the ugliest model of the Sante fe line. My 13 year old could have designed a better looking one! Definitely a swing and miss!

Thank you all for a very nice review! Also, thank you for telling your viewers what I have said all along about the Car Confection Santa Fe transmission failure and buy back. There is something else wrong (software problem / control module problem or some other mechanical issue that is causing both transmissions to fail. I had the wet dual clutch in me Santa Cruz and it was perfection.

My favorite looking Santa Fe was the 2015 version. No toaster on wheels for me 😅😅😅

what trims are there for the hybrid and what prices pls

Perfect for Taxi/Limo usage.

Hmm, I thought the Subaru Ascent and Mazda CX-90 were in the same class as the Palisade/Telluride?

Great video ! Thanks! 🌷🌷🌷

Looks like Range Rover....

I cannot stand the rear end of the new models. Looks like a ford flex wannabe.

first year vehicles will always have issues...I'd buy second year

I like the box shape. It reminds me of the Jeep commander that I wish they would’ve kept around.

The hybrid is interesting but I'm not a fan of turbos

It’s a Hyundai look elsewhere. It’s not worth the headaches.

All of you haters of Hyundai who are claiming all the recalls don't even know the facts. They are not even in the top 10.
The top 10 car brands with the most recalls in 2023:
Honda: 6,334,825
Ford: 6,152,614
Kia America: 3,110,447
Chrysler: 2,732,398
General Motors: 2,021,033
Nissan North America: 1,804,443
Mercedes-Benz USA: 478,173
Volkswagen Group of America: 453,763
BMW of North America: 340,249
Daimler Trucks North America: 261,959

The rear looks is so ugly!

I don't know what to think about the exterior yet. I guess sometimes manufacturers have to take a risk with design -sometimes you hit, sometimes you miss. Maybe I'm thinking the old Pontiac Aztec 🤮

Seen one on the road few days ago... as always, I personally hate low tail lights, most of the times I can't see it, can't see the turn signal, etc... that is what I think.
Also... wish vehicle had a larger wheel or design proportion that made it look larger... as of this design... wheels look small compare to vehicle body size.
Overall... I PERSONALLY though it did not look as good as from videos & photos. I do love the center console spacing... especially getting rid of gear selector to elsewhere... it's all electronic anyways. Move it away to and make a large open area like this one.

after This Channel Car Confection is my favorites 😍 channel but nothing better than Andrea and Zack ❤

The side grab handle is not intended to be used as a step. Who is this guy ?

Thanks for the cheaper price given this present Prime Minister who is messing up our entire economy.

Such an excellent and comprehensive review. Keep up the amazing work!

When we sat in this vehicle we found that the width of the center console really made the lateral legroom compressed and uncomfortable. Did this bother you?

I like the transmission and how it performs, but there have been problems. I have a 2021 Sorento SX with identical transmission and engine. At about 30,000 miles I started to get some juddering in reverse gear. Took it in to the dealer and they informed me the transmission had to be replaced. Took about a week. The dealer and Kia did a good job taking care of the problem. I now have 52,000 miles and no problems. I just returned to Ohio from a west coast trip where I drove 6800 miles in 30 days and the car ran flawlessly. Traveled 75 to 80 mph for 9 hours a day over several days. Average mileage was 25 mpg and I did the calculations.

I really like that they are willing to try different designs and styles. Unfortunately, I haven't liked their latest attempts. This Santa Fe looks ok from the front, but the "H" lights front and back look like 16-bit dog bones to me, and the rear end looks like a giant Frankenstein forehead. The interior looks nice, though.

It's the most expensive here in Australia and the base trim is woeful. Manual adjustment for all seats I believe...

I got to drive a 2023 red hyundai santa fe for a road trip as a rental and it was lovely! I really enjoyed driving it!!! Super fun ride!

What is the obsession with sunroofs?????? Don’t need it don’t want it, wouldn’t use it if I had it!!!!

That is only for your hand on the side of the car to get up to the roof you don’t climb all the way up the car and jump on the roof

Everyone concerned about the DCT and forget that Hyundai has probably the best warranty on their cars

Would anyone know if the Hybrid (with or without the Trend Package in Canada market) has Homelink?

I test drove the Sorento, didnt like it. Saw the Sante Fe XRT, instantly fell in love with it and bought. No issues as of yet. Drives great, but honestly, not enough of them on the road. People do look at you driving this rig.

Front looks good. Rear ugly. Dog bone tail lights lol

Firstly I love your videos. Simply the best out there <3 Second, Zack is on point with the software not communicating properly with the transmission. A recall is now in effect too!

I wouldn't buy one again! I had a SantaFe. Great car until I began having rear light issues. My biggest issue was I could not get it in for service! I went elsewhere for oil changes because they could not get it for 2 1/2 months!! You need your brake lights!!!
Also insurance Co would not insure it due to theft issues.
I sold and bought a Toyota. Really too bad because I was going to buy a brand new Santa FE!!

Big miss on this one. I'll look for a 2023.

Thank you for the great reviews. I thoroughly enjoy your review videos.
Now the question: They aren’t exactly the same, but are both 4-cylinder 2.5ish L turbos…so which would you give the edge to, the Subaru Outback Wilderness or the Santa Fe XRT?

Great review! Heard about car confection's tranny problem. 2 transmissions? Like you said, maybe a computer glitch

The XRT is not the base model in Canada. The preferred is the base model.

I bought a brand new Santa Fe Hybrid Luxury in 2023 and my experience so far has been a nightmare to say the least. NEVER EVER buy a Hyundai product or else you will be LEFT FOR DEAD just like me. The vehicle has major safety issues (e.g.: vehicle failing to slow down/ stop on cruise control), providing photo & video evidence to prove the issue was not enough for Hyundai Canada to take immediate action and instead I have been left to battle this by sending it for a million diagnostics tests. Finally, I had no option but to take them to court. The judgement is coming soon but it is shocking that a manufacturer (& Transport Canada) would allow this to happen. This could have easily become a criminal case if an accident would have occurred and then I would have been blamed for it when it is truly a technical snag. If you buy their product, your safety and that of the public will be at risk and Hyundai would only be silent spectators! SHAME ON HYUNDAI FOR DOING THIS TO CUSTOMERS WHO BUY THEIR PRODUCTS.