Here are the specs, features, variants of 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe

After giving us a glimpse of their newest midsize crossover SUV just before the holidays last year, Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc (HMPH) has revealed everything you need to know about the all-new 2024 Santa Fe.

Featuring a brand new look inside & out, the next-generation Hyundai Santa Fe gets a more stylish and boxy makeover for its latest iteration. Starting with the exterior, the all-new crossover trades sweeping curves for a boxy avant-garde design. The more radical look gives the midsize crossover a more muscular appearance while also featuring a Defender-like appearance.

The front fascia features new H-shaped headlights along with H-shaped lighting elements that highlight the brand's new design philosophy. Muscular fenders highlight the vehicle's rugged roots while the gloss black accents give the crossover SUV a more sophisticated look. Speaking of sophisticated, the Santa Fe's new LED taillights are also worth mentioning which also come with the new signature H-pattern design.

Size-wise, the all-new Santa Fe comes in at 4830mm long, 1900mm wide, and 1770mm tall (+10mm on the top-spec Calligraphy). It also has a generous 2815mm wheelbase and a ground clearance of 177mm. All models of the next-generation Santa Fe come with three rows of seats and can accommodate 7 people.

Hop inside and the 2024 Santa Fe greets occupants with a more upscale-looking cabin called the “Plus Alpha” experience. It highlights the outdoor-indoor living philosophy that combines a high-tech cabin that's also capable of carrying plenty of cargo with ease. It gets a wide dashboard that's dominated by a massive pair of displays. Both screens measure 12.3 inches in size and serve as the digital instrument cluster and touchscreen infotainment.

The system supports wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto along with Bluetooth, intelligent voice recognition, and a 6-speaker sound system. Other key highlights present include a smart key with push-button start, a fingerprint recognition scanner, a UV-C tray to disinfect items such as mobile devices, dual-zone automatic climate control, a wireless charging pad (two pads for the Calligraphy), a center armrest for the front & rear passengers, and power-adjustable front seats with memory function for the driver.

All variants are upholstered in leather although the Calligraphy gets a fancier Nappa leather finish. The second row can be split-folded 60:40 while the third row can be split-folded 50:50. Last but not least, the Santa Fe comes with 6 charging ports, 12 cupholders, and 4 bottle holders.

Under the hood, the 2024 Santa Fe is available with two engine choices. Powering the GLS 2WD and AWD variants is a 2.5-liter Smarstream gasoline inline-four that makes 194 PS at 6100 rpm along with 246 Nm of torque at 4000 rpm. It is then mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Meanwhile, the top-of-the-line Calligraphy AWD packs a more powerful 2.5-liter turbocharged Smartstream four-cylinder engine that benefits from direct injection. The result is an impressive 281 PS at 5800 rpm and a healthy 422 Nm of torque at 1700 – 4000 rpm. Instead of an 8-speed torque converter automatic, the turbocharged Santa Fe is connected to an 8-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox.

All variants of the 2024 Santa Fe come with high-performance dampers although the Calligraphy gets a self-leveling suspension for added comfort. Last but not least, the GLS versions come with 20-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 225/45 series tires while the Calligraphy gets larger 21-inch alloys with 245/45 series rubber.

For peace of mind, all models of the 2024 Santa Fe come with the brand's Smartsense suite of intelligent driver aids. These include Smart Cruise Control with stop & go, forward collision avoidance, lane-following assist, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot view monitor, reverse parking collision avoidance assist, parking distance warning, manual speed limit assist, rear occupant alert, and a surround-view monitor.

Other safety features present include; electronic stability control, traction control, hill-start assist, downhill brake control, a tire pressure monitoring system, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and a host of airbags (driver, passenger, side, and curtain).

Pricing and colors for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe are as follows: