2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has many driver-assistance features by default. The car's infotainment technology also gives tough competition to its rivals in this segment. There is a lot of space for four adults in the two-seat rows of the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The car has a cargo space that is sufficient to carry a load of luggage or hold bulky items.

 

Interior Build 

The interiors of Hyundai cars are known more for their features and their great build quality than premium materials and cutting-edge designs. But, the Santa Fe has beautiful interiors that give many choices, including ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, head-up display, a digital gauge cluster, and more. In 2020, some changes were made to the cabin design that made the interiors similar to larger and more premium SUVs, such as the Palisade SUV. The best feature of the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe is the great space for passengers on both rows of seats. It gives excellent comfort on long trips. The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe also has great space for cargo behind the rear seats. You can pack more than 17 carry-on bags with the rear seats folded.

 

Utility

The 2021 Hyundai Santa is an excellent choice on a value for money basis. The quality of design and materials are the major standouts. There are some areas, such as door armrests, that are thinly padded. The good thing is that even the top model is priced lower than its competitors with similar features. Further, it gives a powertrain that is more efficient and swifter than its rivals. The brand also offers industry-leading five-year basic and ten-year powertrain warranties. There are three years of free maintenance as well. Hyundai continues to provide great value for all its vehicles.

 

Technological Changes 

The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has an optional ten-inch touch screen. But it was pretty slow to respond to user inputs. The graphics are also not very attractive to the eye. The sound system on the car has high volume, and there is good audio reproduction. But it is not as immersive as it should have been. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration are present. But Carplay is not displayed on the whole touch display. The wireless charger is housed in a spring-loaded slot. This saves a lot of space. But you could lose small items such as coins that may be tough to retrieve. The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe also has many USB ports and power ports. The driver aids on the car are also excellent. The lane-keeping assist and the adaptive cruise control work very well and ease your tensions in traffic. The forward collision mitigation and the blind-spot monitoring are good too. But it may be too sensitive for some drivers.

 

Driving Experience 

The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has a turbocharged engine. It is very powerful. The car reached 60 miles per hour in nearly six and a half seconds. This is faster than many small and midsize SUVs. But you will find the power delivery a little unrefined and inconsistent if you are not seeking maximum speed. The car has an eight-speed automatic transmission. The car seems to be tuned to get to the highest gear as soon as possible. This can be uncomfortable for some drivers. The car does not feel very planted when negotiating turns, unlike some of its rivals. Do not think of using this car for sporty thrills. However, you can enjoy highway cruising. The steering of the car is tuned well. This gives it good highway stability and maneuverability at low speeds.

 

Comfort Factor 

The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has a suspension that absorbs the road impacts and bumps. But you may sometimes feel that the car is too soft for your liking. The front seats have a wide range of adjustments available and are quite comfortable. They also have ventilation and heating. The rear seats are also comfortable and provide recline adjustment as well. The only thing lacking was thick padding on the armrests attached to the doors. The car has great insulation in the cabin due to sound deadening and dual-pane front windows. There is hardly any road, wind, or ambient noise. The climate controls regulate the temperatures of the cabin very well and are simple to adjust.

 

Conclusion:

The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has good fuel efficiency and acceleration. It also gives premium interiors, a smooth ride experience, and a spaced-out cabin. All the features are given at a price that is less than most rivals.