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There\u2019s no shortage of large SUVs on the road today, and many of them blend anonymously into traffic. Not the <\/span>Hyundai Santa Fe<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n With its bold, boxy styling and rugged design, the latest Santa Fe stands out from the crowd. Fortunately, there\u2019s far more to it than just looks. Launched in Australia in 2024, the newest generation Santa Fe is a seven-seat family SUV offered with two powertrains, including an efficient petrol-electric hybrid.<\/span><\/p>\n With multiple trims, modern technology and a spacious cabin, it\u2019s designed to meet the needs of growing families looking for comfort, safety and practicality.<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc49 Curious how it drives in the real world? <\/span>Watch the full review<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n The 2025 <\/span>Hyundai Santa Fe<\/span><\/a> earns a strong 8.5\/10, thanks to its spacious interior, impressive equipment levels and smooth driving manners. The hybrid powertrain makes it especially appealing for families looking to reduce fuel costs without sacrificing practicality.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros<\/b><\/p>\n Cons<\/b><\/p>\n The 2025 <\/span>Hyundai Santa Fe<\/span><\/a> range includes eight variants, spread across three trim levels:<\/span><\/p>\n Two powertrain options are available:<\/span><\/p>\n Both engines use a six-speed automatic transmission.<\/span><\/p>\n In the base Santa Fe grade, buyers can choose between front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, with AWD costing about $3000 extra. Elite and Calligraphy variants are AWD only.<\/span><\/p>\n Switching from the petrol engine to the hybrid adds around $4000.<\/span><\/p>\n Pricing starts below $60,000 on the road for the entry-level turbo petrol model and rises to over $80,000 for the fully equipped Calligraphy Hybrid.<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc49 Thinking about upgrading your family SUV? Book a test drive to see if the Santa Fe fits your lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n The Santa Fe competes in the large seven-seat SUV segment, alongside vehicles such as:<\/span><\/p>\n Buyers wanting more serious off-road ability might also consider traditional 4WD SUVs such as the Ford Everest, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or Isuzu MU-X.<\/span><\/p>\n Those models also offer stronger towing capacity. The Santa Fe hybrid is rated to tow 1650kg braked, while the turbo petrol increases that to 2000kg.<\/span><\/p>\n Ready for more space, comfort and technology? We\u2019ll help you secure the best Santa Fe deal without the usual dealership hassle.<\/p>\n Explore Santa Fe Offers <\/p>\n Exterior highlights include:<\/span><\/p>\n Inside the cabin, the Santa Fe includes:<\/span><\/p>\n The base Santa Fe uses cloth seat trim, while the front passenger seat remains manually adjustable. It also misses out on built-in satellite navigation and the premium Bose 12-speaker audio system, instead using a six-speaker setup.<\/span><\/p>\n Elite and Calligraphy models introduce more premium technology, including remote parking, which allows the vehicle to move forward or backward using the key fob \u2014 handy for tight parking spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n Optional upgrades include second-row captain\u2019s chairs in the Calligraphy, turning the Santa Fe into a six-seater.<\/span><\/p>\n Two XRT packages are also available, adding rugged styling and upgraded suspension for light off-road driving. They\u2019re not cheap though, priced at $7990 and $10,990.<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc49 Want to see these features in action? <\/span>Watch the full review<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\nIn Short:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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