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Calligraphy AWD Trim - Fully loaded lux'ish fun
PGIndependent, 07/02/2022
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
It's almost been a year, and my first Hyundai ever- and I have to say I'm impressed with the Santa Fe Calligraphy. The other trims were nice, but it was the Calligraphy that nailed everything I wanted. It's got all the tech, comfort and 281 horsepower, not the 277 incorrectly reported here and lots of other sites. Acceleration is effortless- and I've come close to the 6 seconds 0-60 reported by C&D with this engine. The driving modes (Smart, Comfort, Sport and Snow) are distinct, changing transmission and steering. Sport is what I call the "fun" mode. It raises the idle and shift-wise, it reminds me how one would drive a manual when wanting to max out engine performance. Of course, thanks to insane gas prices, I often leave it in Smart mode, as it's this mode that is "dynamic" and can maximize fuel savings, while still adapting quickly based on a variety of factors. Braking performance is great. I've driven in considerable snow going cross-country this past winter and the SF handled it well. When it comes time to change the tires, I'll be updating them to Michelin CrossClimate 2 which will only serve to enhance traction. Inside, the cabin is comfortable with supportive napa leather seating. The leather extends across the dash and doors. People who own cars costing thousands more, always compliment the car- and that says a lot. The high res instrumentation is clear, customizable to a degree, and easy on the eyes. The heads up display (Calligraphy) is great for keeping your eyes on the road ahead. What's even better is someone spent time deciding which functions get true buttons on the center console- and they did a good job. I can't stand all digital touch controls and this is a great balance. Added bonus for techies- you can control a lot of car functions by voice- from opening & closing windows to setting the temp and lots of other things you wouldn't really expect. Thanks to two firmware updates in less than a year - they've added functionality, and improved others. The AC system performs well, even when the temp passes 100. It can quickly cool the car down, even panoramic roof shade open. The cooled seats work well, and are a must in hot areas. There's a lot of subtle sophistication most people won't ever notice, such as automatically switching to fresh air should you be set to recirculation should crack a window or the sunroof. Close the window, it will go right back to recirculation- but it will end it automatically after a while to be sure fresh air is allowed into the car. The cabin talk feature seemed goofy given the vehicle size, but I have to tell you, if you have any hard of hearing relatives like I do- it's actually saved my sanity a few times! The upgraded Harmon Kardon 12 speaker 360 watt sound system sounds fantastic- it's clear with a very spacious sound. It even sounds good from the back seat - a rarity. My favorite features are the live video blind spot monitoring that appears when signaling. It's a godsend when navigating traffic. Personally I wish they'd give you the option to use the turn signal video without the signal such as when parking, etc. It would just further enhance the 360 vision. Hyundai really did a good job with the cabin tech, and I prefer the built-in navigation over Apple maps. I just wish they'd let us change the voice. Oh and the self parking feature- yes, it seemed cool but also silly. However, I've actually found a few times it actually came in handy. Great example: you park your car, go shopping, it downpours, and then your car and others surrounded by a small lake. We've all had that happen. However, I just use the fob to move the car clear and get in- no soaked shoes! A surprise bonus! Overall the Santa Fe in the Calligraphy has things most drivers would want, at a very fair price. I have no regrets. If I end up with any, I'll try to update this review.
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Overall Outstanding Vehicle
Hurist, 01/19/2022
updated 02/06/2023
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM)
33 of 36 people found this review helpful
I purchased the 2022 Santa Fe Limited 2.5T FWD model in December 2021 and I truly love this vehicle. I’d say it’s the favorite of all the cars I’ve owned. However, it has what I think is a SERIOUS problem related to what I assume is drivetrain that I’d like a professional to explain just in case I don’t understand how the car works. I don’t know that this issue is called but my biggest grip with my Santa Fe is that it is EXCEPTIONALLY easy to spin the tires. I’ve experienced this in several different scenarios and I’ve found it to be so bothersome that I’d say that it’s dangerous. I DO NOT have a heavy foot but when I need power to merge into traffic; the vehicle should not spin it’s tires on less than hard acceleration and especially when I’m only in Comfort or Smart driving modes. I love that the engine has the power but I hate that the tires can’t seem to handle that power. My second big gripe is what seems to be a disconnect between the transmission and the engine. When I approach a stop, the engine auto start/stop feature turns the engine off. As designed, the engine restarts when I lift my foot off the brake so there could be a small (but expected) delay between the time my foot is on the accelerator and when the vehicle begins to move. Problem is that I experience another delay because it feels like the engine and transmission disengage when auto start/stop first kicks in. The result is extended delay in moving the vehicle because the engine and transmission have to re-engage. My third gripe is not big but odd and annoying. I’m sure others have experienced what it feels like when you’re sitting in a car (not moving) and the wind is strong enough the push on the vehicle. I’ve noticed this same experience in my Santa Fe when the engine is running and the transmission is in park. If I sit in park long enough, I’ll feel a very slight push that feels like the wind but it’s not. It happens maybe once or twice a minute. My guess is that something is going on between the engine and transmission but I’m not sure. Another gripe is the electronic nature of the shifting mechanism. Unfortunately, there is a very noticeable delay between the time I push the Drive, Reverse or Park buttons and when the vehicle initiates the action. It’s not a terrible delay but enough to be an annoyance. These are just my impressions as a regular driver but I can’t help but wonder if other drivers with the same model as mine have the same experiences. Overall I love this car. UPDATE: The one thing that I hated about this vehicle (the jerky nature of the drivetrain) has been resolved by a software update applied to my Santa Fe's computer on February 4, 2023. For those who may not know this update is in response to a recall for the Santa Fe’s 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT). This is recall number 236. If your Santa Fee has this transmission you should have received notice from Hyundai. Now my Santa Fe drives as expected and I love even more than before.
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Good drive but...
Tashi, 12/29/2021
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV w/Prod. End 10/21 (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
43 of 48 people found this review helpful
I bought the SEL version and it drove great and interior is awesome but after a week I got an annoying loud wind noise coming from the passenger side. I've taken it to the dealership 3 times and they can't figure out how to fix it and now I'm fighting with hyundai to buy it back. I don't know if anyone else has had this issue or I just got a bad car.
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on the fence on this one...
marc, 01/02/2022
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SE 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 10/21 (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
35 of 39 people found this review helpful
Well i have been thinking for a while about getting something bigger where i can just throw my stuff in the back and go. i have owned hyundai's in the past and for the most part trouble free aside the occasional dead battery, them factory things don't seem to last do they? So i finally took the plunge and dropped the cash on a 2022 santa fe SE. It was a base model and dealer included all the interiors such as mats and rear hideaway cover and a few other items no charge. The color is quite pleasing with the hampton gray, it looks more like a primer color. So i thought i got a good deal until 2 days later i decided to look at what i bought a bit more in depth. Here we go again. Looks like hyundai MIGHT be eating more engines soon enough. As it turn out there is a mass recall in korea on the engine groups they use on these models G4KM G4KN G4KP G4KR. As it turns out the rings wont seat and a load of oil can blow right past the rings and cause major carbon build up on the cylinder. Now i noted this is in the korean engines not sure if this fault applies to the alabama engines. As of right now i am on the fence of what to do next. Do i keep this potential financial nightmare or call the bank and have them void the loan? The unit is nicely equipped but it all means nothing if it will be a hassle to maintain and keep running. The expected total failure is somewhere around 10K-15K miles. or sooner. .
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My new favorite brand
JJAMW, 07/30/2021
updated 09/12/2022
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
34 of 38 people found this review helpful
This is my first Hyundai and overall it's been a solid car. Update after a year of ownership: I have the SEL with the convenience and premium package so it has all the bells and whistles for a lot less money than the other brands. I actually had a Honda Pilot on order until I read the horrible reviews, cancelled it and went shopping for a Hyundai since they are currently one of the top rated SUVs. Reviews said Honda ruined the Pilot with complicated technology and features. Not so with the Santa Fe. I am not a techy person and I can use and enjoy them all with ease. Everything is so well thought out. I love that I can turn off most features I don't want or adjust them to my liking. I actually had the intention of buying the Palisade but there was a waiting list so I was pleasantly surprised by the space and luxury feel of the Santa Fe. The biggest negative is the engine is underpowered and not too fun to drive so I suggest the turbo. There is a sport mode which gives it a little more pep but it will cost you some gas mileage. I average 28-31mpg in comfort or smart mode. I don't know if this is across the board but I was also pleasantly surprised by the customer service from my dealer. You also can't beat the 10 year warranty or the optional lease wear and tear warranty. My few minor annoyances are there is nowhere to put sunglasses, the cruise control is off by 1 mph, the back seats shake when no one is sitting in them but my kids don't complain when they're back there, and the doors don't always automatically unlock as they should when I touch the handle. I think those are probably unique to my car but overall I have had no issues. After 14 months of ownership I decided to trade my lease in early to purchase the Tucson. So far I'm glad I did.
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