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2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

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Nancy H.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/06/2026
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Duane’s SanteFe

Review of my 2026 SanteFe Calligraphy
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Sara M.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/06/2026
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It has a lot of great features

I like my car that offer luxury features for a great price and you can change the interior light color . Interior design is great and the boxy shape is also great I wish they just designed the back exterior lights better and it has 100,000 warranty when you buy it new and so far knock on wood I did not have any issues with it and I had it since November 2025.
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Cassandra T.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/06/2026
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Love this car!

Love this car. It is comfortable, love the option for 7 passengers or a very large cargo area when seats are not in use. I miss my Jeep, but the ease of getting in and out of the Santa Fe has been wonderful for my mother and my father in law. Plus, I got the xrt to feel a little more rugged as a transition from the Jeep. Love the convenience of the automatic connection with my phone and how the car knows when I’m the one about to drive. Climate control with remote start are fantastic. My only complaints… there’s a blowing/flicking sound when I drive right next to me. Must be some small piece of something loose inside the door or window or roof somewhere. It sounds like little post-it notes blowing against the door. Also, the coffee cup “do you need a break” warning comes on a little too often… every time I drive a road with a curve! lol.
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Charlene G.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
02/05/2026
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Santa Fe

Not thrilled with this vehicle, wish I never leased It !
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 02/06/2026 08:03 AM

Hey Charlene, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle  2026 Hyundai Santa Fe and your 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. Thank you ^cc.   
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MELINDA R.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/05/2026
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A Vehicle Built for Real Life, Real Comfort, and Real Drivers

The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe has honestly been a really good decision for us. We’ve owned a lot of vehicles over the years, and this one stands out because it feels comfortable, safe, and genuinely well thought out for real everyday driving. From the moment you’re behind the wheel, it gives a sense of confidence without feeling complicated. One of the things we appreciate most is how the technology supports the driver instead of overwhelming you. The safety and driver-assist features add peace of mind, and the layout feels intuitive — you don’t have to fight the car or spend time figuring everything out. It’s modern, but still approachable, which makes driving feel easier and less stressful. Comfort is another major strength. The ride is smooth, the interior is quiet, and the seating is supportive enough for both short trips and longer drives. Everything feels intentional — from visibility to storage to how the screens and controls are placed. What really makes the Santa Fe stand out is the overall balance. It delivers comfort, safety, technology, and quality in a way that feels practical and realistic, not overdone. Add in the value Hyundai provides, and it becomes a vehicle we truly trust and enjoy driving. We would confidently recommend the Santa Fe to friends and family because it simply works well — it feels dependable, comfortable, and designed with real drivers in mind.
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HARRY M.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/05/2026
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Hyundai Santa Fe

Very happy with the car..
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William T.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
02/04/2026
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Could be great...

Overall this is a decent vehicle for the cost. However, there are a few issues which have really soured our experience in the first few months of ownership. First, the automatic proximity unlock feature is a complete disaster. It triggers much too easily, often when you're just moving around the house or garage. This happens over and over again and every time the vehicle unlocks, moves its mirrors, turns on lights, and probably does a bunch of other stuff. The end result is that you can EASILY kill the battery within just a day or two. This is what happened to us, which leads to the second major issue... The car comes with two key fobs but just a single emergency key, which is NOT stored in the key FOB like EVERY OTHER CAR EVER. That manual emergency key is required if you lock yourself out or the battery goes dead (see issue #1 above). If you don't have the emergency key and the battery is dead, there is nothing you can do. You literally have to call a locksmith to break into the vehicle. Hyundai's answer is that you should always carry the emergency key, but how is that possible if you have two drivers? Are you supposed to hand off the key everytime the other person drives? And who wants to carry TWO keys for one car? I honestly don't know what they were thinking... To add insult to injury, the emergency key is a special order part which takes days/weeks to be laser cut at the factory. The dealers do NOT have the ability to cut or provide this key for you. And get this - the key costs the little plastic case for the emergency key costs $50! Insane. The third issue is that the seating position and space for the driver is not great. Despite being an overall spacious vehicle, for some reason the driver ergonomics are very awkward. If you're tall you'll need to push the seat way back, but then the steering wheel is too far away and there still isn't enough legroom. I'm constantly hitting the shift stick with my knee. Fourth, the engine noise is atrocious. The rest of the vehicle feels quite refined, but as soon as you step on the gas the 4-cylinder screams like a go cart. It's really bad and ruins what would otherwise be a luxury experience. Why, why, why didn't they add more sound insulation? Finally, the rear of the vehicle is a bit of an abomination, style-wise. It seems they were SO intent on cramming as many "H"s into the design that all other design aesthetics went out the window. And it's not just looks - the rear lights are MUCH too low for safety, and heaven forbid you ever get into a fender bender. You'll have to replace not just the bumper but all the lights and electrics as well.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 02/05/2026 08:11 AM

Hello William, thank you for your feedback regarding your 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you need any assiastance, we encourage you to visit your local authorized Hyundai dealership for further inspection and assistance. If you have any questions or concerns after the dealership visit, please contact our customer care center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc.
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MICHAEL P.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/04/2026
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Great product

This is our second Santa Fe. First was a limited, great car, lots of features and benefits. This one is the Calligraphy series, we absolutely are impressed with this model.
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William B.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/04/2026
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2026 Hyundai

I like it ok my husband isn’t too keen on it
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Lawrence H.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/03/2026
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like the way it drives

too many things on it I don,t understand how to get to or use
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Robert W.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/02/2026
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Pleasantly surprised

Overall been very pleased with the car. Only thing that is annoying is you cant lock the doors with the door lock buttons when you exit the car. Love the remote start and ability to move the car with the key fob.
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Gabriel P.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
02/02/2026
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Sucks

Its bad, low power
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 02/02/2026 02:44 PM

Customer feedback plays an integral role in product design and development. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. ^cc
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Philip G.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/02/2026
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Solid vehicle

Love this interior.
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STEVE K.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
02/02/2026
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Honeymoon period is over

If I wrote this during the 1st week of owning the Santa Fe is would be so much better. Having the car belittle me and telling me I am a bad driver is infuriating. you try to even have a lane to drive in with 1 foot of snow on the road and cars not fully parked, but the car will tell me over and over again again to "consider taking a break". Makes me want to scream.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 02/02/2026 08:31 AM

Hello Steve, thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc 
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Mark B.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/01/2026
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Good vehicle - a few complaints/recommendations

I appreciate all of the features and the good warranty for the price.
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Aliza M.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/01/2026
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Reliable and Cool

I owned a hybrid Lexus ES 300h prior to this purchase. I changed because I was no longer commuting 50 miles to/from work. I also wanted something comfortable but that still had luxury qualities that I was used to in the Lexus. I have the 2026 Limited Santa Fe and so far I love it. I love the climate remote start, the Bluelink, the look (except for the wheels), and the interior. It rides great and does not feel like a massive truck/SUV. I had a friend buy the same one but the Calligraphy trim.
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Dean P.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/31/2026
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great value

I have had several expensive cars, and this Santa Fe has all the features of any or all my more expensive cars.
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Pamela B.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/30/2026
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Fun to drive

The only thing i would like to see bigger side mirror. Everything looks so small.
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William D.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/30/2026
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Excellent value

Good value for the price. Smooth quiet ride.
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Robert H.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/29/2026
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Almost 50% of Time in Shop

The vehicle has spent almost half the time (not hyperbole) I have owned it in the shop. It is currently on its fifth visit for the same issue.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/29/2026 03:10 PM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe. Your comments have been sent to your case manager for review. Your assigned Specialist will be in touch with you to discuss your concerns further. ^cc
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