The 2025 Santa Fe has become a luxury hybrid that features a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine along with the hybrid system powertrain. The combination of cross-technology delivers an overall fuel economy of 34 mpg. Stopping and starting triggers the hybrid features, delivering 35 mpg. in the city and 34 mpg. on freeways.
The 2025 model has been redesigned to a block styling with square lines in the rear of the vehicle, quite attractive. The larger design allows for 3-row seating with folding captain seats in the second row with 50/50 split folding third row seats. The first and second row seats are heated and ventilated. The seats feature Nappa leather seating surfaces. A handy dual phone charging station is located near the center console that is very convenient and charges phones rapidly.
The new design lends a powerful appearance with “Shimmering Silver” exterior paint and a “Gray” interior. The gear shift is a simple R and D with paddle shifters located next to the heated steering wheel. A Bose premium sound system operates from the 12.3 center control screen.
Loaded with safety features and a new feature gaining in popularity is the blind spot monitor showing the rear blind spot on the digital driving screen when signaling a lane change. The vehicle has a lengthy list of safety features that adds to the attraction of Hyundai vehicles.
The Santa Fe has final assembly in Montgomery, Alabama, so may escape any looming foreign import tariff fees; however, the new proposed tax will be placed upon parts and the Santa Fe engine and transmission are manufactured in Korea. The suggested manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $50,675 that includes a long list of comfort and safety features. The Sante Fe has been upgraded to a larger luxury “Calligraphy” all-wheel drive model that is very versatile in fuel economy, and capable of transporting three-rows of comfortable passenger seating surrounded by air bag technology.
The drive is very comfortable; the soft leather heated steering wheel and memory power driver’s seat add to the all-around comfort. Having peace of mind in a cross-over hybrid with an engine component is worth the price for the efficient technology. This is a smart vehicle, loaded with safety features, and comes with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. Certainly, well-named after a very popular New Mexico city.