2017 Hyundai Santa Fe review

Q: What is the towing capacity for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?

The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.

Q: Is the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe a good car?

The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe has received an average 4.3 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews .

Q: Is the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

The Hyundai Santa Fe received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Hyundai Santa Fe as 17 out of 32 among Midsize SUV

Q: What are the pros and cons of the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Here are the pros and cons of the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe: Pros - Ride and Handling - Technology and Entertainment - Styling Cons - Braking - Fuel Economy - Cargo Space

Q: What's new for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Here is what's new for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe: Limited Ultimate SE Ultimate Parking Sensors Heated Steering Wheel Memory Seat(s)

Q: What is the fuel efficiency of the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?

The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Gas: 17 city / 23 highway MPG (Limited Ultimate trim) • Gas: 18 city / 25 highway MPG (Limited trim) • Gas: 18 city / 25 highway MPG (SE trim) • Gas: 17 city / 23 highway MPG (SE Ultimate trim) Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.

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Hyundai Santa Fe highlights

Customer rating

4.3 out of 5

3.5 out of 5

Pros

Easy-to-use tech features
Spacious cabin
Smooth ride

Cons

Standard engine isn’t spectacular
Tight third row for adults
Limited cargo space behind the third row

Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 22 highway, 19 combined

Pricing for current inventory

From $17,998*

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Midsize practicality

The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe is a good midsize SUV if you’re looking for third-row seat options, towing capabilities, and good engine power on some trims. This car delivers a comfortable, spacious ride, particularly for the front- and mid-row passengers. If you want a family-friendly vehicle that would be good for road trips with a quiet interior and space for all the kids’ stuff, consider the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe. If you regularly drive on the highway, you'll love its acceleration (zero to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds) and if you have stuff to stash, you'll appreciate the cabin’s ample space. Whether you’re looking for a car that can handle team practices and everything that comes with that—or simply love an SUV with good pickup, keep this SUV in consideration.

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What is new for the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Trim Added: New Sport Edition for enhanced performance
Standard Equipment on all models now includes advanced safety features
New Equipment: Upgraded infotainment system with larger touchscreen and improved connectivity options
New exterior color options available for customization
Significant removal of the base engine option, replaced by a more efficient alternative

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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe

1. High-end interior

The Hyundai Santa Fe is known for its premium interior materials and roomy cabin. This model starts with a seven-inch touchscreen that features intuitive menus and functions. It has handsome styling features, superior seating, intuitive physical buttons on the dash, a heated steering wheel, and heated front seats. Your third-row passengers will appreciate the third-row USB charging port.

2. Lots of options

The 2017 Hyundai Sante Fe has seven trim options to look for. The standard models have seating for five while others have a six-seat layout and some trims allow seating for seven. There are two body styles, the Sport and Ultimate. Keep an eye out for the configuration that suits you and your crew best.

3. Big V6 power

If you want a big-engine, sports car type of feel but need SUV space, The Hyundai Santa Fe has you covered. Look for the V6 engine options if you want maximum power. If you plan to drive seven people, their stuff, and even hitch a trailer to the back, you’ll appreciate the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe's towing abilities. It can tow an estimated 5,000 tons when properly equipped.

4. Peace of mind with driver-assistance tech

This SUV already has a lot of standard features but if you really don't enjoy parallel parking, look for a Hyundai Santa Fe with the available 360-degree-view camera, rear cross-traffic alert, blind spot monitoring, and parking sensors. Some trims offer adaptive cruise control, pivoting headlights, and lane departure warning. A smart “hands-free” liftgate makes it easy to stash things in the trunk when your hands are full.

5. Comfortable ride

This SUV demonstrates solid, predictable handling. Precise, power steering makes it easy to get around traffic or handle sharp turns. The front seats have a lot of adjustability ranges and have plenty of room. The second-row seats can also be adjusted for better headroom or legroom. The middle row has 40.4 inches of legroom and 39.4 inches of headroom.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.3 out of 5

18 customer reviews

The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe stands out with its smooth ride, family-friendly design, and popular features like backup cameras and adaptive cruise control. Customers note mixed reliability and fuel efficiency concerns, along with limited cargo space when the third row is used. Highly rated for value and safety, it remains a practical choice for most buyers.

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RepairPal gave the Hyundai Santa Fe an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Hyundai Santa Fe 17th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.

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Hyundai Santa Fe features and specs

Trim & Body

Engine & Transmission

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SE Ultimate 4D Sport Utility 2WD

Standard Features

Fold-Away Third Row
Smart Key
Cruise Control
Power Windows
Panoramic Sunroof
Air Conditioning
ABS Brakes
Power Seat(s)
Blind Spot Monitor
Power Locks
Parking Sensors
Front Seat Heaters
Power Mirrors
Rear Sunshade
Traction Control
Memory Seat(s)
Heated Steering Wheel
Rear Defroster
Rear View Camera
Third Row Seat
Overhead Airbags
Leather Seats
Rear Air Conditioning
Side Airbags
Rear Seat Heaters
A/C Seat(s)
Heated Mirrors
Power Hatch/Deck Lid
Alloy Wheels
Automatic Transmission
AM/FM Stereo
CD Audio
Bluetooth Technology
Infinity Sound System
Auxiliary Audio Input
Satellite Radio Ready
Navigation System
Android Auto

Automated Cruise Control
A/C Seat(s)
Rear Seat Heaters
Lane Departure Warning
Leather Seats
Tow Hitch
Full Roof Rack
Running Boards
Apple CarPlay

Drive Wheels	Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size	3.3L
Horsepower	290
Torque (ft-lbs)	252
Engine type	Gas
Fuel capacity	18.8
Wheelbase	110.2"
Overall length	193.1"
Width	74.2"
Height	66.5"
Leg room	F 41.3"/M 40.4"/R 30.9"
Head room	F 39.9"/M 39.4"/R 35.7"
Front tires	P235/55TR19
Rear tires	P235/55TR19
Seating capacity	7
Max towing capacity	500/5000 lbs.
Transmission	Automatic

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2018 Hyundai Santa Fe SE
$15,998*89k Miles
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2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Ultimate
$17,998*86k Miles
Merriam, Kansas

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2017 Hyundai Santa Fe review