2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Reviews - Verified Owners

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Michael W.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/13/2026

Verified Review

Review after 18 months of driving Santa Fe

Overall I like the vehicle there are a few things I don't care about it including: Front passenger seat is uncomfortable front seats have a "leg rest" this prevents us from storing items under the seat any time work is needed on the car it takes 5-6 weeks to get the car in for anything, number 1 complaint, I am thinking about replacing the car with another brand due to THIS problem!!! cruise control keeps dropping so I normally have to wait 10-15 minutes to reset itself, this may be fixed after last service trip. Cruise control dropped and gave 5 different error messages that can't be fixed without taking the car to the dealership, which means I have to wait 5-6 weeks just to have it looked at. Can't override the driver assist cruise control(go back to old school cruise) The profiles will take up to 60 seconds to load so I have to wait for this to cycle through just to enter a change in the vehicle setup Every time I load up the bike rack I have to turn off back up assist every time I start the car, I was told at time of purchase this doesn't reset itself The car sits too low, issues with parking pads being hit or curbs when parking Can't lock car and keep it running, even if the key fob is in the car or with me, must use the app to keep car running when not inside, then it will turn itself off in 10 minutes Cruise control delays when using reset feature, it will drop about 2-3 mph before speeding up Must unlock the front doors to get into the back door, or use key fob to unlock doors to get into back door Camera on steering column is too sensitive, must wear poor quality sunglasses or you get error messages, often times an error pops up saying to keep eyes on road even if I have my eyes on the road, it is not always able to see my eye if I laugh, wear sunglasses, wear prescription glasses or looking into the bright sun Space between 2nd row seats is too narrow, can't fit anything between that is useful Third row windows and rear windows were not tinted dark enough to keep sun out for dog Can't hit power lock when exiting the car to lock all doors, must use touch feature or fob only after ALL doors are closed. Vanity mirrors don't have a light on the mirror Does not have real climate control, 3rd row is ac only no temp control, second row is only managed by driver setting. Wanted to return car next day after purchase due to this issue. We were not told the truth at the dealership nor in the brochure.

KIRK K.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/13/2026

Verified Review

Don’t get into a fender bender with this vehicle. Cannot withstand.

Bad in accidents

Eric B.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/13/2026

Verified Review

Small Flaws, Annoyances Detract

Nothing is perfect. Let's get that out of the way. But there is perfect, and then there is a standard that always has perfect as its guiding star. Something to steer by, but never attainable. The Santa Fe Hybrid comes close to perfect. But... careless.... flaws and annoyances betray that ideal. Plastic covers, meant to hide the assembly of an arm rest on the second row, won't stay in their place. A control on the side of the front passenger seat, meant to help presumably harried Mom's effortlessly adjust their child's seat, fall out. No option exists (or is too buried in layers of screen clicks) to unlock all the doors of the vehicle with a single touch of the driver's side door handle. A warning about red light cameras can't be disabled or muted without disabling or muting a whole list of guidance features. It is here, in the infotainment/computer control system of the vehicle, that perfection's star seemingly was rarely consulted. The endless warning screens, the slow startup of the infotainment system, the lack of common sense at times, remind me that while car making wants us to believe they are crafting dreams, it's still a business with pressures of competition, profitability, and liability. Our digital age has exploded with poorly thought out, awkwardly implemented features that well meaning companies pack into their offerings, seemingly with little actual user experience testing. After all, there's only so much money to go around for testing, am I right?. But, I'm happy to say, this is my biggest grievance with the car. Drivability, comfort, performance, utility... the Santa Fe shines in those areas. I routinely average 37 mpg driving around town in what is a full size, three-row SUV. I bought the vehicle in May of this year, and drove it cross country the next day. Loved it. Loved it!! At least once per drive, I'm reminded how much I enjoy the comfort and drivability of the vehicle. So 4 stars, Hyundai, for making a truly enjoyable car. But a perfect car? Not quite.

Recommended

Rafael M.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/12/2026

Verified Review

There is reason to buy Hyundai!

Overall, this vehicle has met all expectations. If not surpass several of them. There are a couple of things that I would like to see in the future. Play more robust gearing system, which allows for lower RPMs. I think this is quite important, seeing the majority of the people who buy this commute to and from work or transport their children to travel sports family holidays, etc. Oh, one more thing. If you’re thinking of buying this vehicle, make sure you put the blue link under your name and not your spouses. Should something happen to your spouse, it becomes an incredibly cumbersome matter to change it over to yours.

Recommended

Lonny H.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/12/2026

Verified Review

Love her!

Very good at hauling around my dogs and shopping.

Recommended

Nancy T.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/12/2026

Verified Review

my hyndais

This is my 3rd Hyndai. I had a Tucson and then upgrated to a Sante Fe. I love my new Sante Fe. Better ride. More solid then my 2023 Sante Fe

Recommended

Timmy D.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/12/2026

Verified Review

Excellent performance

Excellent overall

Recommended

Christopher G.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/11/2026

Verified Review

1 year and 3 days after purchase the main electrical harness went bad.

3 days passed when the lemon law would have forced Hyundai to buy back my lemon of a car, the main electrical harness went out and it took almost 2 months in total and three service visits to replace. Now at least they did supply me with a car, much smaller than the Santa Fe and never reimbursed me for the worse gas mileage the car got than my hybrid, but they did supply me with one. The whole dash had to be removed plus the front seats. The driver’s side door has some scratches and so does the dash, but they refuse to do anything about it. Since than, the Santa Fe has had one occasion when the battery went dead for no reason, about 1 out of every 10 times after unlocking the car the driver seat will not move back up automatically and about half the time the fingerprint reader will not register fingerprints. Can’t wait to see what will go bad in the future, especially since the dash has been torn apart 3 times in its first year.

Hyundai Motor America responded on 11/12/2026 07:57 AM

Hello Christopher,

Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our Connect Center at (800) 633-5151. One of our representatives will be happy to assist you further. Thank you ^cc

Jeffrey M.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/11/2026

Verified Review

2025 Santa Fe

The hybrid gas is great with roomy inside.

Recommended

Jean B.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/11/2026

Verified Review

Great Vehicle to Drive!

Great gas mileage, steady on the road!

Recommended

Kirk B.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/11/2026

Verified Review

Great SUV

Love everything about the car (except the tires).

Recommended

Bobette W.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/11/2026

Verified Review

Model is above average

Very smooth ride and roomy interior. Does take time to adjust to the D,N,R on the steering wheel. Sometimes accidently shut off the car before actually putting in park. Have had glitches with apple car play where my screen cleared but then returned.

Recommended

Waleed F.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/11/2026

Verified Review

Great family Car

One of the best reliable Family cars

Recommended

Florin D.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/11/2026

Verified Review

My wife Santa Fe

First time driving a Hyundai

Recommended

Dennis H.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/10/2026

Verified Review

Comfortable, flexible convenience, economical

We have enjoyed the vehicle. Overall very economical, comfortable and roomy.

Elroy S.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/10/2026

Verified Review

2025 Hyundai review

Awesome vehicle

Recommended

Kyle R.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/10/2026

Verified Review

Overall Very Happy With The Vehicle

This is my first non American badge vehicle. I chose it for the hybrid availability, estimated mileage, and warranty.

Recommended

Melissa T.

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/10/2026

Verified Review

Cute color bad electrical

It’s not a great car if you don’t wanna be stuck on the highway randomly multiple times because the fuel injector is bad or the fuel sensors are bad where the fuel injection sensors are bad

Hyundai Motor America responded on 11/10/2026 03:54 PM

Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. Allow us to have a further look at your vehicle concerns. A team member will be in touch with you shortly. Thank you ^cc.