Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"The 6 speed automatic transmission is amazing. If the car is not loaded or pulling a 3,200# it seems to know when to shift and holds it there and even retards downhill. Going to make brakes last longer. V6 engine has as much power as GM 5.7 engines."
ROBERT B., OR (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Acceleration is excellent. Suspension is a bit soft in my opinion. Lots of bounce in the shocks /springs (more than I would like)."
GARY L., AB (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Smooth handling car."
Anonymous, OH (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Great to drive. Excellent visibility. Love the adjustable steering."
GEORGE P., CA (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"I love the way it drives quickly and quietly."
Anonymous, CO (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"have a 3.6 l engine. Acceleration from stop could be more responsive"
Anonymous, MI (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"I am happy with the turbo charged engine. It makes good power and gives decent mileage Handling is very good for the size of the car"
Anonymous, ON (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"too hair-trigger on gas for first two gears. need less hair-trigger for take off from stop. gear selector hard to reach R (reverse) from Park. Always goes into N from Park when trying to use R. need to make it smoother to select R from Park. steering wheel design does not provide comfort for hand placements, especially on lower half of steering wheel."
Anonymous, MD (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Aside the airbag problems this car has been a reliable car to drive. It accelerates, drives, brakes and, in all respects appears to be a reliable car. It was bought after a positive experience of having rented a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe and driving in 2013 from Texas to California."
Anonymous, TX (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"This car is very nice to drive. It accelerates briskly, and rides smoothly and quietly. The handling is sure. Braking is even. The car feels solid when driving."
Lance C., DE (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Suspension is too tight; it transmits a good shock when a bump is hit."
David W., TX (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"I am pleased with both items mentioned."
Anonymous, ON (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"For an SUV, it accelerates easily and handles smoothly."
Barbara D., IL (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"The acceleration is very responsive for freeway entrances and passing. The Hyundai has a very small turning radius, feels comfortable on long trips, and is easy to maneuver in tight spaces such as parking garages."
Dare F., CA (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Smooth, quiet ride with good acceleration."
Richard Z., IN (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"The car has tremendous acceleration and handles better with a shorter turning radius than most other mid size SUV's."
Don D., FL (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"It has the right amount of power and excellent handling qualities to deal with the California traffic we encounter."
George P., CA (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Acceleration is a bit sluggish. Otherwise love the vehicle, good technology and no mechanical issues"
Jay S., FL (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"My only disappointment with this vehicle is the acceleration. It is poor from a stop, although it is decent when driving at highway speeds. It often is momentarily unresponsive after coming to a stop at an interstate off-ramp."
Jason S., MI (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Still excellent acceleration. Handling has worsened considerably. Lots more "bounce" to the ride than originally. Steering has also become more "vague" and looser feeling."
Gary L., AB (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Very enjoyable vehicle to drive"
Anonymous, FL (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"With a 6-cylinder, it has more than enough power. The transmission shifting is smooth and effortless."
Anonymous, NV (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"..handles great, quiet, comfortable"
Anonymous, ON (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)"Better acceleration their her 99 Lexus RX300."
Jeffrey P., OH (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)
"It has pep and drives smooth both on the highway and regular roads."
Anonymous, IL (2015 Hyundai Santa Fe)