Kelly Blue Book Names Hyundai Santa Fe as the Best 2-Row SUV of 2022

Kelly Blue Book, which is known as a highly trusted automotive authority has just named the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe as a “Best Buy” in the 2-row midsize SUV segment. The Best Buy Awards are the culmination of expert vehicle evaluation and testing of nearly every new vehicle available. 

The comprehensive process includes an analysis of vehicle-related data, including vehicle transaction prices, 5-Year Cost-to-Own data, consumer reviews, ratings, and retail sales information to determine not only which vehicles are great at the time of purchase but also how they’ll hold up over the coming years. This is nothing new for the Santa Fe as 2022 marks the third straight year it has received this award. 

What about the 2022 Santa Fe propelled it above its long list of competitors to win the  prestigious KBB Best Buy Award? Let’s take a look:

When it Comes to Options the More the Merrier

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe lets you choose the perfect option for you amongst the 11 trim options across 4 different powertrains. A base  2.5L 4 cylinder engine produces a respectable 187 horsepower with its 8 speed automatic transmission and is available in both FWD and AWD options.  

For our eco conscious customers the Santa Fe Hybrid Blue comes equipped with a turbocharged 1.6L engine, a 60-horsepower electric motor, and a 1.49-kWh battery which has a combined total output of 226 horsepower, and fuel economy numbers of 36 mpg city/34 mpg highway.

Finally the top end Calligraphy and Limited edition models are powered by a 2.5L turbo charged engine capable of 281 HP and 311 lb-ft of torque for near instant acceleration. Along with the different engine options each trim adds features, styling options and improved technology over and above the base trim option. 

Cutting Edge Technology Without the Cost

Speaking of that improved technology, the 2022 Santa Fe comes with an impressive suite of standard safety features that are available on every trim option. This includes:

• Hyundai’s collision-avoidance program (with automatic emergency braking)
• Lane-keep assist
• Blind-spot monitoring system
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Adaptive cruise control

Other available options include the Hyundai Digital Key which lets you use your smartphone as a key and Highway Driving Assist (HDA) which seamlessly blends adaptive cruise control with automatic lance-centering for easier driving on highways and road trips. Customers who opt for the Limited or Calligraphy trims have access to Remote Standard Smart Parking Assist or “Smaht Pahk” to show off your remote parking skills.  

Perfect Blend of Comfort and Styling

The Santa Fe benefits greatly from its recent redesign in 2021 which gives the vehicle a fresh and clean look both inside and out. Beyond looking good the interior of the Santa Fe is spacious and comfortable with plush seats, and tons of cargo capacity for hauling whatever you need in the back with 36.4 feet of cargo capacity in the trunk which increases to 72.1 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down. 

Unbeatable Warranty and Maintenance Plan

As a member of the Hyundai lineup the Santa Fe benefits from the most competitive warranty and maintenance plan on the road today. This includes a 3 year complimentary maintenance plan that covers all of the cost for scheduled maintenance in the first 3 years of ownership. On top of this for no extra cost you receive 5 years or 60,000 miles of comprehensive warranty coverage and 10 years or 100,000 miles of powertrain coverage. With warranty coverage up to 10 years down the road there’s a reason it’s called America’s Best Warranty.

“We are pleased to win the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award in the 2-Row Midsize SUV segment for the third year in a row,” 

said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America. 

“With four distinct powertrains, hybrid and plug-in versions and a suite of the very latest features and technology, the 2022 Santa Fe is a smart choice for a wide range of SUV buyers.”

Check out the clear and above best value for midsize SUVs by looking at our inventory of Hyundai Santa Fe’s, or experience it in person by stopping by our showroom.