Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid a BETTER midsize SUV than a Mazda CX-90 PHEV?
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- The Santa Fe is all new from Hyundai for 2024. On the outside of the Calligraphy trim you will discover 20in wheels, an all new color and gloss black accents. On the inside you will be greeted by a full leather interior, (2) 12.3in screens and 3-row versatility. Under the hood is a 1.6L turbocharged inline-4 paired with an electric motor and AWD. Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid a BETTER midsize SUV than a Mazda CX-90 PHEV?
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Went from my Mazda CX9 To the Santa Fe Limited Hybrid six weeks ago and I'm totally pleased. In the end did not feel I needed to go all the way up to the Caligraphy or to the much higher priced CX90. Also didn't want to have to plug anything in which was a drawback on the Mazda in my opinion. With the Hyundai hybrids, the car does all the work for you and shifts between electric and gas seamlessly. And we are loving the 600+ Miles to a tank of gas!
If you hve a place to plug a vehicle in, I don't understand why you would go fom a PHEV to a Hybrid. Getting 600+ miles on a tank of gas is good, but that means you are still spending $1500 a year on gas per year if you drive the typical annual mileage. We bought a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and have spent $300 in gas over one year. That's a savings of $1200 per year. Over 10 years, that a $12,000 savings over the Santa Fe. We all know gas goes up over the years, so probably a $15,000 savings. Also, less wear on the engine because we drive almost exclusively on electric but still use gas on long trips. One more thing, Mitsubishi ( and Mazda) have better reliability ratings than Hyundai as vehicle ages. Mitsubishi has been selling the PHEV in Europe and Australia for 15 years, so they have all the bugs ironed out. Hyundai and Mazda are both relatively new to the hybrid game.
@@alraguc Mitsubishi Outlander is the same as the Nissan Rogue, where we all know that the transmission is not good. I wouldn’t spend more than $40,000 on a Nissan. Hyundai has far surpassed your Nissan with this car.
@@gamecell The only parts of a Outlander that comes from the Rogue is the dashboard electronics. That's it. Mitsubishi has their own transmissions
@@gamecell ihave the outlander two years now and not a single problem. Runs smooth. And get 6.7L/100 km on gas version.
I bought it. I got the limited hybrid and you hit the nail on the head in noticing how quite it is. Enough power big and roomy, 3 rows all the tech AND 35 mpg. Winna Winna chicken dinner
Great review, Joe! This one felt a bit rushed though my man. You forgot to mention the relaxation seat, digital key2, sanitation bin, fingerprint reader and the highway drive assist/adaptive cruise control with that sensor on the top of the steering column. I think those flat black parts on the outside of the C pillar are handles (that you can lock) to access the roof rails by standing on the sill or the rear tire. Also, the tail lights on the tailgate switch to the bumper when you lift the tailgate. Keep up the great work, my fellow Floridian! BTW, we were getting 24” of rain down here in Fort Myers during your overcast. ☔️
I own the same trim - Hybrid Calligraphy, Rockwood Green Exterior, Green/Beige interior. I traded in my ‘21 Toyota HL Hybrid XLE AWD.
I love my new Vehicle
That’s the same combo I’d order. At this point, I think I’ll wait for the 2025 though.
Why would you trade in your Toyota HL for a Hyundai?? Toyota's are more reliable than Hyundai's
Hey Joe, I think that the Santa Fe Hybrid has a traditional six-speed automatic, not an eight-speed DCT
You are correct
16:20 joe roasting everyone out here!! 😂😂 First Stephen, then Hyundai, then all 10yo's .... To the damn condoms 18:41 😂 Joe's gone wild on this one
He said six speed at first he changed to a DCT when he was doing the driving portion..lol😂
@@RaitisRides Helps to know a little bit about the car you are doing a video on. Next time do a tiny bit of research first. Why did you take so long to answer the question anyways? Absolutely the Hyundai is a far better car than the Mazda. This was a no brainer!
Just bought a Calligraphy Hybrid. Loving it.
That’s awesome!
How is the power and what kind of mpg are you getting?
@@rrange The power available to you from 0 - 30 is great with the electric motors. On the highway it does feel a little slower unless you punch it or have it in sport. I have mainly been driving it in eco mode. This is my first brand new car and first hybrid car so I have been babying it. I have 200 miles on it and my current MPG is 27mpg and that is 80% city driving. Im still learning how to drive a hybrid to maximize full efficiency though.
Imagine buying a Hyundai.
Bro have no taste 💀
Great review as always Joe! I test drove one yesterday and loved the boxiness, MPG, interior space, and luxury in the cabin, zonks in the back be damned. Although reliability still seems to be an issue with Hyundai, I think I’ll take the risk and will report back in 10 years to let you know how it held up 😂
I urge you. Please don’t buy Hyundai. I almost crashed in highway because the engine failed in the middle of the highway. My car was towed. Engine had to replaced off course under warranty but because these engines are terrible.
I only have 86000 miles. They never upgrade their engines. Just the looks.
Do not buy Hyundai. You will lose your life savings. They are lemons.
youtube car reviewer got Santa Fe and got rid of it after 2nd transmission replacement.
That was the 8 speed transmission I believe.
The thing on the side behind the backdoors are handles to help get to things on the roof, should be a lock inside the drivers rear door.
Thanks for the heads up
The hybrid drivetrain is top notch, and that interior is 100%. Really digging the exterior too, nice change to the bland crossover segment
hyundai engines lock up around 50k miles almost garangeeted.
@@dark6c159 theta II engines had issues, Hyundai replaced a lot for free with extended warranties. Neither of the engines in the new Santa Fe is a Theta II and I don’t think that engine has been in any product since 2015.
So you don’t know what you’re talking about. Guaranteed.
That's cool, glad they have it covered in the warranty!
It’s growing on me a bit, except for H’s all over. Nice interior !
Yeah the “H” theme is a tad overkill.
I think if every review stopped pointing out the Hs then no one would notice. If you don’t point it out then it’s all just a blocky retro but futuristic design
hyundai just luring you with their interiors, while the engineering is the same unrealiable crap its always been. good luck if you want one.
@@emikomina Toyota just luring people with their old reputation of reliability but it’s the same questionable high efficiency crap as everyone else.
@TheRange7 who’s buying a 3 row, hybrid, midsize, 35+mpg, crossover in the $35k and expecting a sports car. I’d say your expectations were out to lunch. It has good low end pep and moves around just fine including highway passing.
I’ve been watching your Santa Fe reviews and waiting for this trim level, this is the color choice we like as well! Great review as always, also love Ruffles chips with sour cream and onion dip! 👍🏼
Fantastic review Joe.
Fun Fact: This is almost a foot shorter than the Honda Pilot, but it has more total legroom
Fun Fact: hyundai engine will not last more than 50 k without major problem.
@@dark6c159 Your hatred is duly noted. Carry on....
Fun Fact - therefore the Pilot has more cargo area Fun Fact#2 - the Pilot isn't as overstyled as this
Fun Fact#3 - The Pilot can tow the Sanfa Fe but can the Santa Fe tow the Pilot with it's wimpy 1.6T???
@@keithkornatoski9162 Fact #3: Facts seem to hurt your feelings
Hybrid is much better than electric in my humble opinion
Great video my friend. You always bring the a game. Thank you.
You are so very welcome and I really appreciate your support!
Those parts on the side are c-pillars. They're meant to help you get up on the roof if you're on the shorter side. I have this exact model but in phantom black, and I love it. I'm never gonna use those c-pillars tho, since im 6'5 and taller than the vehicle haha
I love it, but I tested it yesterday and I felt lack of porwer on a steep rise... I am facing a dilemma.
Did you try the hybrid? It was actually more peppy than the 2.5 (I didn't like the acceleration of the 2.5 at all)
Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍
Joe where are the controls I did not see them the PRND ?
I would take the Hyundai hybrid because it seems more space in the interior. It has adequate power and it's great on gas.
Thanks for sharing your vote
I love your excitement!!!
I love how boxy the new Santa Fe is. It goes all the way back to when SUVs first came out. Very nostalgic!
Does the Santa Fe have front and rear drive recording? Or do you for an aftermarket product for this?
Joe can yall please show the shift gears more on the vehicles please thanks
You got it Mary! Thanks for the feedback!
Love your positive approach on every car. Enjoy that Hyundai.
Got an SEL Hybrid AWD. 1400 miles so far. Its a fine motor carriage.
What is the real mpg thx 🙏
@@thanksreacts 33 calculated.
@@jdp3867 is that like the real world mpg that it says on the screen thanks 🙏
the low tail ights and signals with f150s behind u's not a good idea?
What’s the best third row suv for adults????
Do the mirrors have power folding option
Yes, but only for Limited and Calligraphy.
Steering wheel is from the
Grandeur, which used this style of steering wheel before Land Rover adopted it
Hey Joe show how good the HDA 2 compared to toyota honda and mazda and Nissan pls.
Yes of course Joe & I will try to buy this soon.
That is so great to hear!
Another great review! BTW, do we ever actually see Steven? 😂
You can see his reflection in off the rear the Santa fe when they turn the bend to go over the rear
Still rocking my 2017 Santa Fe Sport AWD haha. Thinking of selling it/trading it in a buying a 2022-2024 santa fe but meh, i like having no car payment and $80/mo insurance haha
This video is tempting
Which would be the most comfortable mom-mobile having to drive over rougher roads?
Can anyone tell me the reliability of this 1.6L turbo hybrid system? Some people said this engine has some problems.
What's a "Hunday"?
Great review; however as others have identified, the Hybrid IS NOT an 8spd CVT, but a 6spd DCT. Also, the Calligraphy has 21" wheels, not 20" wheels.
20” wheels for the hybrid and 21” wheels for the non hybrid
And that’s for the calligraphy
Calligraphy hybrid has 20”s for the hybrid and the calligraphy non hybrid has the 21”s
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Hybrid - Specs & Features
Tires & Wheels
Painted alloy wheels Standard
21 x 8.5 in. wheels Standard
All season tires Standard
245/45R21 tires Standard
Joe, you got the transmissions confused. The DCT only comes in the regular Santa Fe, and its the transmission thats having all the problems. The Hybrid has the traditional 6 speed torque converter. You got your transmissions crossed up st the end of the review.
thanks Randy we have ordered one
The rectangular openings on the sides of the C pillars are not for accessory attachments: they are actually grab handles that can be locked. They’re supposed to make it easier to access something on the roof rack. When the rear doors are open, there is a keyhole that allows them to be locked. I believe they are in the locked position in the vehicle you tested in your review.
That is very interesting! Not sure how that would help.
Supposedly, you can grab onto them with one hand, with your foot on top of the rear tire, and hoist yourself up to reach the rooftop.
It’s an interesting idea, but I don’t know how practical (or safe) it is. It sure looks cool though!!
I love black trim around tire well
Sat in a Santa fe and drove it, was just amazed, absolute luxury, then looked at the price, it was priced exactly as a pallisade. So took a look at one, and boy did i make a mistake. Pallisade interiors is leaps and bounds beyond the santa fe. Its big and you get it cheaper than the Santa fe. Hyundai made a big mistake pricing the Santa fe so high and closer to the pallisade.
If you plan to buy a Santa Fe, dont sit inside a Pallisade!
Why would you buy a piece of shit Korean car?
Nah, I sat in both.
Santa Fe is better.
And I want a hybrid petrol engine, which is much more fuel efficient in start-stop traffic in the city compared to the diesel Pallisade.
I really don’t understand what Hyundai is doing with the Santa Fe because it’s now “competing” with the palisade. Don’t get me wrong, I like both cars, I’m just confused as to what purpose the palisade now serves when the Santa Fe is coming really close to features, size, and most importantly the price. Will the Santa Fe overtake the palisade as hyundais top luxury model?
@@jacobsmith5543 Perhaps the next 2026 Pallisade will be upgraded to a boxy version too, and with a better rear.
@@dnajournal4321 indeed, I think that's the direction they'll go.
Hyundai is having problems with the dct transmission in the gas models, and the in the hybrid is not a dct ! Is a 6-speed automatic transmission. The guys from car confections had a gas model they bought and not once ! But twice the dct transmission failed on them, so Hyundai bought the suv back from them ! The dct is new technology, and Hyundai should have stayed the 6 speed transmission that is 100% better. Thanks again for another great video Joe.
You are correct
@@RaitisRides@hadespaganism2405 Hybrid Calligraphy has 20” wheels like Joe mentioned so Joe is correct. The dct nonhybrid has 21” wheels
I said this in another video but the Genesis models use the same 2.5t but with a regular 8-speed auto and don't have any of these problems that the DCT has. I wish Hyundai and Kia would just use it in the Santa Fe and Sorento already. Might take a slight hit in MPG but it'd save everyone the potential headaches.
@@sartonnis Agreed. I wonder if it’s a cost issue, oversupply, or because of the MPG.
it's a lemon. Can you update your trolling.
I’m waiting for the n line addition that’s coming out very soon can’t wait more horse power and pleanty of upgrades 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
Excuse me, is this 1.6t engine technology mature and stable? Are there any problems and common faults in history?
14:52 manual steering column on top tier trim is rude.
I’m () close to trading in my Toyota Sienna XSE for this Santa Fe, but not sure yet. Great review!
Joe, I love the Hyundai Santa fe Calligraphy Hybrid & even though it's not as reliable I love how it looks.
I’m so glad that I could share this one with yiu
Thanks Joe I like it!@@RaitisRides
This looks like a Ford Flex. I love the box look with the big interior.
By the way Joe , I has a theory why they got rid of the H on the steering wheel. If theres no H, then people aren't reminded that their in a Hyundai product cause they upped the interior feel.
😂 they screwed up though with the 300 other Hs
@RaitisRides ................
Good point, Raiti 🫣😬😁
@@DarkJediChrisG-1425😂👍🏻 I knew you’d like that one!
Is it plug in or Phev?
Plug in, the PHEV didn’t make it everywhere. I’m under the impression the Europe’s latest emission standards had them focusing their efforts there.
What is the real mpg real world thx someone pls answer
Fantastic vehicle! Shove a BMW badge on the vehicle and price is $120k plus!! Koreans do some great stuff - Germans nervous….😂
That is a very good point.
This green is outta reach, but Hyundai really messed it up with this rear end.😢
I like that rear end..but then again, I also like fat bottomed girls.
The 2.5 4 cylinder is slow but I drove both and the hybrid is FAST and smooth. 0-60 is 6 seconds. Got up to 75 on highway easy.
Where is cx90 in that review?
nice ride, tested one and really liked it but ended up with a Grand highlander hybrid, 36 mpg avg over first 4k miles!
Congrats on the Grand Highlander! It is a great choice
Grand Highlander is really the next class up. The GHH is $55-60k, well-equipped
Great vehicle, but no style. Anti-style. Definitely a Mommy-mobile
I am getting 41 mpg with Santa Fe hybrid
@@InvestBetter. Yes, my wife drives it lol
@@hsbd-hl7gn Thats awesome, i can squeek out 40+ if i really baby it . but even at 80mph the GHH still gets 35 mpg
Yeah the rear if the lights came up the side it would look better but right now it’s different and that’s what they are looking for we are different!
I would like to know the real mpg for this vehicle.
I said what it was in the review.
For the interior packaging, tech and luxury I will go with Santa Fe Hybrid but for the driving dynamics and pure EV mode I will go with Mazda CX90 PHEV
nice for sure.
It was good meeting you at Hyundai Joe! Just got approved to transfer to Fitzgerald Hyundai so I guess I won’t be able to see you anymore 😂
Hope your week has gone well, Joe!
It’s been busy but good David! I hope you have a great weekend!
@@RaitisRidescan
@@RobertSonsini-vx8vyhey man
Got to admit that this Santa Fe is one super nice SUV with all the bells and whistles and the gas mileage MPG's are just flat crazy ! The one thing that is bugging me is the H in the lights, etc. reminds me of a different vehicle ----- GMC's Hummer !
This is a gorgeous vehicle.
Saying cheddar feels weird but "sagging booty" just rolls off the tongue. LoL. I once called the rear end the Scooby Doo Mystery Machine, but I think I like sagging booties much better!
For some reason the letter H keeps popping up in my head .. I wonder why
The front is nice the back is ugly as heck what were they thinking looks like a cheap 90's van in the back and high class Suv in the front it was like 2 different cars in this photo did they run out of back end's and just slapped a back on it I wouldn't even 15 thousand for it Butt Ugly
nice modern family van but i dont see that many on the road. for 50K man its hard for me and would have me looking at other options.
Saw a black one on the road today, and from behind at a distance I thought it was a van.
OMG That is nuts!
This looks somewhat like a Range Rover. That is cool. I like the exterior paint choices. It is a formidable option within the segment. I am still leaning toward the Mazda brand for the time being. I don't think you would be disappointed with this one however. ☮️
I always buy my cars with my eyes not really that into reliability stuff since i like to keep my appearance clean and fresh up to date. I aint pulling up in a model thats older than 10 years. Hyundai since there design are on point.
"Alien suppository key fob" had me rolling 😂😂 The interior and fuel economy is really nice but I don't really like how the back of the vehicle looks.
seeing this car from the front/side: 😍
seeing this car from the back: 😰
Santa fe for me
The Hybrid has the 6 speed single! The 2.5 nonHybrid has the 8 speed DCT!
Love your car video
thumbs up for the cornering 22:20
Just can’t get past the headlights. Not a fan of the H. But another great review from Mr. Joe.
Thanks for your honest opinion on this one
Mate you need to give correct info to people in your videos - the hybrid has 6 speed conventional auto (torque converter) not DCT.
Hopefully the refresh in a few years will fix that brutal rear.
Can somebody tell me the difference between 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette which I believe 💯 times better this thing???
All I'll say is. it definitely looks better.
Cx-90 all day, every day and twice on Sundays.
more recalls than this hyundai
I do NOT want to clean those wheels 😂
“The CHEDDA as they say,” ❤❤❤❤😊😊😊
Can’t beat a 100k mile warranty
Who wants to be constantly going back? And they will dispute you on warranty work.
@@islanddon865 proof toyota fanboy?
@@islanddon865 but its guaranteed for 100k miles. They’ve always taken care of issues from what ive heard.
Santa Fe all day
I never thought to hear a gundam reference on this channel 🤣
It would be amazing if they add a bench sit and can be removed ❤
Santa Fe all the way
@18:50 LOL 😂 - Hilarious
The front bumper appears to have H (Hyundai) styling in body color. 🤔
Hyundai Kia are the new Toyota Honda. Hyundai Kia EVs are light years ahead of BMW BENZ and AUDI
Toyota and Honda reliabity are head and shoulders above Kia and Hyundai.
Plug-in electric hybrid or plug-in hybrid?. 🤔
We test drove a Sante Fe Hybrid the other day. What we learned was that this vehicle is not a plug-in electric. It works off of kinetic energy. It essentially charges the battery as you drive. You will never have to plug this in. Hence why we do not get the EV credit like you do with other plug-in EV vehicles in Ohio.
@@toddfabella803-Ok. 😉🙂
I like the new Santa Fe. I think it’s competing with the ford bronco
I’m glad that you like it!
Check Scotty Kilmer about Kia and Hyundai
I really dig the new Santa Fe too but I don’t think it’s really a Bronco competitor. The Santa Fe wouldn’t last on a trail
@@ugabuga1361oh I’m sure he has plenty to say
@@michaelherrera4914 yeah, off-road it wouldn’t be able to handle what the bronco could, but looks wise, I think it looks better
I take the Santa Fe Defender Sport!! More technology is for less than what Mazda is offering cost wise. The back reminds me of a G-Wagon. I dont mind it. It serves a purpose, which is wide cargo opening capacity.
I see what you did there
Who the hell approved that rear end design??
😂😂😂😂😂😂 yeah that’s the worst in the industry jjjjj
This is a man's car, period. Get over it
Although the engine itself has been around for a few years. I have to say .... I have my doubts the vehicle is larger than previous model yet it has a smaller engine. To me that just means the engine is going to be working harder. Although, one could argue with it being hybrid it could in theory be working less. But, I will also give benefit of the doubt and hope that the engineers etc know what they are doing. I dont mind the outside. But I seriously have an issue with the green/white interior it is too much green. Sure the white makes it a lot lighter but doesnt outweigh all the green. And green is my fav color. The eternal Green is perfect but using it inside is too much I would much prefer the Black/ebony interior. As to them lowering the towing weight on this one... I wonder if that is a deliberate ploy and a requirement with having the smaller motor I would guess. The Palisade still has the higher towing weights. I wonder if they are more clearly defining intended use. Instead of having two competing vehicles now there is a distinction. Here at least (NZ) the Palisade is considerably more expensive than the Santa fe. If you need towing or do a lot of towing then go Palisade if only do a little bit of towing and more traveling then go Santa Fe.
It would be great to jump into both of them side by side.
12:07 that would be for my squishmallows! Love the double wireless charger. 🪫