2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate The SUV That Knows How to Do It All (And Do It With Style)Introducing the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate the SUV thats ready to tackle your busy life without breaking a sweat. With its sleek design and an attitude that screams, Yes, Im here to make errands feel like an adventure, the Santa Fe Ultimate is like the Swiss Army knife of SUVs. Whether you're shuttling kids to soccer practice, hauling home a load of groceries, or pretending youre on a spontaneous road trip, this Santa Fe has your backand it looks really good while doing it.Under the hood, this beauty is powered by a smooth 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that delivers just the right amount of power to get you where you're going without feeling like you're putting the pedal to the metal at every light. Its like the car equivalent of a strong cup of coffee: not too much, not too littlejust perfect for your daily grind. Plus, with available all-wheel drive, you can be ready for that random snowstorm in July, because, well, life is full of surprises.Inside, the Santa Fe Ultimate is like the luxury suite of the SUV world. With leather seating, a massive panoramic sunroof (because who doesnt love pretending theyre in a car commercial?), and a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, its the perfect place to sit back and let the stress of your day slip awayunless you're dealing with the kids in the back. But hey, at least youve got those premium speakers for blasting your favorite playlist while pretending you cant hear them argue.The safety features are top-notch, too. With forward collision warning, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring, the Santa Fe Ultimate is basically your cars way of saying, I got this, dont worry. Its like having a co-pilot whos constantly making sure you're not running into anything, while also giving you gentle nudges to stay on the road (literally and metaphorically).And lets not forgetits Certified, meaning its passed Hyundais rigorous inspection process. This SUV is ready for everything from a cross-country road trip to simply getting to that yoga class you never attend but swear youll go to someday.In short, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate is the SUV for those who want a vehicle thats as capable as it is stylish. Its the perfect mix of luxury, practicality, and Hey, I might just take the scenic route today.
The 2019 Santa Fe is powered by either one of two available engines, both of which are mated to a new 8-speed automatic. The standard engine is a 2.4L 4-cylinder making 185 horsepower. 2.0T models are powered by a turbocharged 4-cylinder making 235 horsepower. With power equivalent to or better than many of the V6 engines in its class, the Santa Fe 2.0T returns great fuel economy while also offering plenty of torque for highway onramps and passing situations. The Santa Fe XL comes standard with a 3.3L V6 making 290 horsepower. Once again, power and fuel economy compare positively to most of its rivals. The Santa Fe XL accomplishes this feat with a combination of slippery aerodynamics, light weight, a 6-speed transmission and state-of-the-art direct injection on all of its engines. The Santa Fe has plenty of standard equipment. Even the base SE model comes with features such as air conditioning, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, dual front USB ports, a 7-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth streaming, LED daytime running lights and a body-colored rear spoiler. Plenty of options can be added and the Santa Fe comes in a multitude of trim levels. Beyond the SE, the SEL comes with a 7-inch TFT instrument cluster, drive mode select, a proximity key, heated side mirrors, fog lights, heated front seats and SiriusXM satellite radio. SEL Plus models come with parking sensors, 18-inch alloy wheels, a hands-free liftgate and a 12-speaker Infinity sound system. Limited models add a panoramic sunroof and LED lighting, while the top-of-the-line Ultimate trim includes a surround view monitor, a bigger screen with a navigation system, a heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a memory system for the driver's seat and a heated steering wheel. All-wheel drive is offered throughout the range and costs $1,700 extra. The Santa Fe XL is available in three basic trim levels: SE, SE Ultimate and SE Limited Ultimate. Since the Santa Fe XL is a little bit bigger and more expensive than the regular Santa Fe, it gets more standard features. The base SE comes with 18-inch wheels, dual-zone automatic temperature control, an 8-way power adjustable driver's seat, heated side mirrors, Hyundai's Blue Link telematics system and SiriusXM satellite radio. The SE Ultimate comes with memory seats, 19-inch wheels, a multiview camera system, a hands-free liftgate, blind spot detection, leather seating surfaces and a heated steering wheel. The top-of-the-line Limited Ultimate gets a panoramic sunroof, an Infinity sound system, heated rear seats and second row captain's chairs. Once again, all-wheel drive is an option at $1,750.