2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Road Test Ratings

EDITORS' RATINGS OVERALL SCORE:

Overall

Hyundai's Santa Fe is a versatile, competent package with a reasonable price.

DETAILED EDITORS' RATINGS

Dynamics

Competent, but not remakable handling and steering. Engine performance is good.

Comfort

More space than most, ride is reasonably comfortable, but slightly buoyant. Good NVH.

Function

More space than the others, well laid-out controls.

Design/Build Quality

Good for the class, but not exceptional. Some seat fabric and plastic graining looks cheaper than others.

DETAILED PROFILE:

Family Friendly Roomy interior, long list of standard features and good crash test scores.

Economical Transportation Reasonable price with strong warranty.

Off-Road Ready Available all-wheel drive suitable for groomed dirt roads.

Towing Capable SE and Limited versions offer a towing prep package.