HYUNDAI Santa Fe 2016-2018 Photos, engines & full specs

While not part of the category's leaders, mostly because of the lack of name recognition, the Santa Fe offered nearly as much as the premium brands offered, for a lower price.

Besides offering seating for 7 with the 3rd extra row, the Santa Fe was well equipped even in its standard version with alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, a rear-view camera and dual-zone automatic climate control.

Compared to the alternatives on the market, the 3rd row was a little cramped and the cargo capacity was reduced, but other than that, the Santa Fe was a great fit for larger families.

For 2017, the Hyundai Santa Fe was available in four trim levels: Se, Limited, SE Ultimate and Limited Ultimate.

All versions were equipped with the latest technologies available for enhanced comfort, practicality and convenience, such as dark-tinted rear privacy glass, roof rack side rails, power driver seat, Bluetooth connectivity, a 7-inch touchscreen display, Hyundai’s Blue Link system, Android Auto, keyless go, blind-sport warning with rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, leather upholstery and others depending on the trim level.

With the range-topping SE Ultimate and Limited Ultimate, the Santa Fe featured 19-inch alloys, a 360 degree multi view camera system, a panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a navigation system and a bigger 8-inch touchscreen display, as well as a premium sound system.

All powertrains offered came with the new Drive Mode selection including the Sport, Eco and Normal settings. Available with a front- or an all-wheel-drive system, the new model came with a choice of 3 engines, depending on the seating configuration.