Hyundai Santa Fe and Palisade Recognized in Cars.com Best of 2025 Awards

The all-new, fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe has been named Best Car of 2025, while the Hyundai Palisade has earned the title of Best Family Car of 2025 by the automotive experts at Cars.com. After rigorous evaluation by Cars.com’s team of seasoned car reviewers, the Santa Fe outperformed all other new and redesigned models for 2025, and the Palisade stood out as the top choice among family-focused vehicles for the model year. Additionally, Hyundai’s all-electric IONIQ 5 N SUV and IONIQ 6 sedan were recognized as finalists in the Best Car and Best EV categories, reinforcing Hyundai’s reputation for delivering bold designs, intuitive interiors, and cutting-edge technology.

Ricky Lao, director of product planning at Hyundai Motor North America, highlighted the significance of this achievement, stating, “Receiving the ‘Best Car of 2025’ and ‘Best Family Car of 2025’ awards from Cars.com is a testament to Hyundai’s leadership and innovation in SUVs. These accomplishments further inspire us to ‘think out of the box’ and continue putting customers’ needs first.”

The Cars.com team praised the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe for its standout qualities. “The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe exemplifies what we look for in Cars.com’s Best Car of 2025 winner: quality, innovation, and value,” said Mike Hanley, senior road test editor at Cars.com. “Its unique design maximizes cargo space and versatility, while innovative, family-friendly features like a built-in trash compartment and dual wireless phone chargers redefine convenience. With a smooth, comfortable driving experience and accessible pricing, the Santa Fe is a distinctive and value-packed mid-size SUV that stands out in its class.”

The Hyundai Palisade continues to solidify its reputation as the ultimate family SUV. Hanley emphasized its thoughtful design, stating, “The 2025 Hyundai Palisade continues to set the bar for family SUVs with its spacious, well-thought-out interior and extensive standard safety features. From easy third-row access to exceptional car-seat compatibility, the Palisade is designed with families in mind. Its excellent value and thoughtful touches, like the Blind-Spot View Monitor and Rear Occupant Alert, make it an easy choice as Cars.com’s Best Family Car of 2025.”

For drivers in Spokane, Liberty Lake, Post Falls, and across Eastern Washington, the award-winning Santa Fe and Palisade are available now at Spokane Hyundai. Whether you’re looking for an adventurous SUV with cutting-edge features or a family-friendly vehicle with exceptional safety and space, Hyundai has you covered. Visit Spokane Hyundai today and experience these top-rated models for yourself!