Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander has been around for a while now and the latest version Highlander we are driving today is definitely the best they have made.
It’s a big seven seat AWD SUV with a heap of luxury, comfort and safety features thrown in for the family.
As soon as you sit inside you appreciate the little things like heated and ventilated front seats as well as heated middle row seats, the large central tablet like screen that makes all the infotainment and connectivity functions easy to operate, the surround camera when you’re parking, large boot area and fold down middle row seats and more.
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This model has the 2.2L diesel engine and an eight speed DCT which gives more than enough power for everyday driving. It’s smooth and economical.
One thing that is really noticeable is just how quiet the Santa Fe is inside which means it’s relaxing to drive and have conversations on Bluetooth or just listen to music on the excellent audio system.
Santa Fe is great for family holidays, trips to the snow, weekends away or just the daily school run.
The Highlander diesel Santa Fe is priced from around $65,200 plus the usual costs and its excellent value.
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Im Brianna Fraser
What is good?
- Standard features
- On road dynamics
- Interior space
What is not so good?
- No wireless Apple Car Play
- Adaptive Cruise control not selective
- No front fog lights
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Model | Hyundai 2.2L Santa Fe Highlander 7 Seat AWD |
| Model Price | $65,200 MLP* |
| Engine | 2.2L 4 Cyl Turbo Diesel |
| Drivetrain | 8 Sp Sport AT AWD |
| Power | 147kW @ 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | 440Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Safety | 5 Star ANCAP (2018) |
| CO2 Emissions | 160 g/km |
| Economy ADR | 6.1 L/100km |
| Tow Capacity/Tow Ball | 2500 Kg / 200kg |
| Servicing | 12 Months / 15000 km Service Plan 5 Year Service cost |
| Warranty | 5yr/ Unlimited km with 1 Yr. Conditional roadside assist |
*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.
Overall Rating | 85/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 8 |
| Performance | 9 |
| Ride and Handling | 9 |
| Practicality | 8 |
| Fit for Purpose | 8 |
| Towing Capability | 7 |
| Technology/Connectivity | 9 |
| Value for Money | 9 |
Dimensions | |
| Overall Length | 47705mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765mm |
| Width / Height | 1900mm / 1710mm |
| Unladen ground clearance / wading depth | Up to 176mm / TBA mm |
| Approach / Rampover / Departure angles | 17.9 degrees / 16.8 degrees / 19.3 degrees |
| Fuel Tank / Turning Circle | 67 Litres / 11.4mts KTK |
| Kerb Weight / Payload / GVM / GCM | 1943kg / 667kg / 2610kg / 4880KG |
| Towing Capacity / Tow Ball rating | 2500kg / 250kg |
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- Overall Rating - 8.5/108.5/10
Summary
Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander has been around for a while now and the latest version Highlander we are driving today is definitely the best they have made.
