The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe interior setup is better than most of its rivals. It looks refined and reeks of friendliness, with most controls being made available within an arm’s distance from the driver. The material quality is top-notch and for the most part of it, buyers will not be disappointed by the build. There are soft-touch materials that engulf the cabin and though there is some use of plastic, the feel-good nature of the interiors remains unwavering. Even when the features are concerned, Santa Fe remains a cogent offering. It comes equipped with specifications like heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and cloth and leather upholstery across its trim options.
As for space and comfort, the 2023 Santa Fe feels sensible. It bestows ample space in both rows and the SUV can seat five passengers without any difficulty. Each seat provides an impressive level of lumbar and under-thigh support and even taller passengers will find themselves sitting in leisure. The sunroof adds an airy feel to the cabin and the clever storage spaces added to the practicality. Even the cargo capacity increases the likability of the vehicle, with Hyundai’s offering managing a maximum cargo capacity of 72.1 cubic feet.
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Model
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2023 Hyundai Santa Fe
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2022 Subaru Outback
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2022 Ford Escape
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2022 Toyota RAV4
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Passenger Capacity
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5
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5
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5
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5
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First Row (Head/shoulder/legroom)
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41.2/59.1/44.1
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40.1/58.1/42.8
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40/57.6/42.4
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39.5/57.8/41
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Second Row (Head/shoulder/legroom)
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39/58.3/41.7
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39.1/57.4/39.5
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39.3/56/40.7
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39.5/56.4/37.5
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Cargo Capacity to the second row(cu.-ft)
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36.4 cu.-ft
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32.6 cu.-ft
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37.5 cu.-ft
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37.6 cu.-ft
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Cargo Capacity to the first row(cu.-ft)
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72.1 cu.-ft
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75.6 cu.-ft
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65.4 cu.-ft
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67.8 cu.-ft
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Every SUV in the segment has a standard seating capacity of five passengers. However, the interior space is different in each option. While the Hyundai Santa Fe leads the class when passenger space is concerned, the Ford Escape comes the closest. It offers ample legroom to the rear seat occupants and ensures comfort levels remain top-notch. However, when holistically compared, the Subaru Outback is the most viable option. Not only does it provide a pleasant experience and decent space, but the cargo capacity also remains the highest in the class at 75.6 cubic feet. Additionally, its station wagon structure provides it with a lowly placed trunk, which makes loading and unloading easier.
Some of the salient interior features include:
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Power adjustable front and rear seats
- Dual-zone climate control
- Interior Air Filtration
- Cloth/leather upholstery
- Heated Steering Wheel
How intuitive is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe’s infotainment system?
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe will continue to make use of a similar infotainment setup as before. This system either comes equipped with an 8 or 10.25-inch touchscreen display depending on the trims. While both screens have impressive graphics and logically-placed menus, the larger unit is a tad bit slower in its responses. Nonetheless, both options are logically created and provide access to the best set of features. As standard, the SUV sports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, AM/FM Stereo, and USB connection. It sports a 6-speaker sound system as standard, and as optional, the vehicle makes use of a 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.
Some salient infotainment features include:
- Satellite Radio
- 8/10.25-inch touchscreen units
- Navigation System
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- External temperature display
