2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport review

1. Attractive features  

Whether you have children to taxi around or are on a solo drive, you’ll appreciate a car full of standard features. The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport's base trim has a 2.4L gas engine with 190 hp, a six-speed automatic transmission, 17-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth^® phone and audio connectivity, and a six-speaker audio system. If you really want to impress, the Sport 2.0T trim has a turbocharged 2.0L engine with 265 hp, and features 18-inch alloy wheels, a hands-free power tailgate, and a trailer prep package that allows it to tow an estimated 3,500 lbs, when properly equipped.

2. Optional packages 

Already a well-equipped car, the contents of the available packages for the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport make it even more appealing. The Popular Equipment package for the base Sport trim adds practical features such as a power driver’s seat, roof rails, and a 4.3-inch color touchscreen with a rearview camera. Choose the Premium package for proximity key entry, dual-zone climate control, and leather seats. The Sport 2.0T already includes both these packages as standard, but if you want the finest Santa Fe Sport, opt for the 2.0T’s Ultimate package with its panoramic roof, eight-inch touchscreen navigation system, and ventilated front seats. 

3. Spacious interior 

For a CUV, the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport can handle loads of stuff. Your passengers will appreciate the amount of space in the front or the back, and you’ll be impressed by the 35.4 cu-ft of cargo space. The second-row seats split-fold 40/20/40, with a 60/40 recline function for added passenger/load flexibility. 

4. Upscale cabin 

The elegant and upscale cabin of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport will appeal if you like the finer things in life. Its controls are simple to use and thoughtfully organized, and premium-looking materials give this family crossover an upmarket look. Subdued seat colors add to the classy ambience you and your passengers will enjoy spending time in. 

5. All-wheel drive option 

The 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport has choices to suit every driving scenario. If you’re driving through the city, the front-wheel drive Santa Fe Sport may be the car for you with its agility and tidy handling. Choose the all-wheel-drive version if you venture off the beaten track or are taking the kids camping. By transferring the engine’s torque to the rear wheels and braking the inside rear wheel, the AWD Santa Fe Sport gives you better traction and improved capability through the corners.