XRT is a unique standalone trim built on the Santa Fe SELwith Convenience package, not a package that can be added to different trim levels. The XRT has a faux kid plate finished in dark silver, additional black plastic moldings on the bottom bumper and doors, fairly useless side steps, black mirrors, a new pattern of matte black grille, adjustable roof rails, and black 18 inches. There are various fascia wheels. The difference is more pronounced in bright colors. This XRT Portofino Gray Paint masks most changes.
Santa Fe’s upper trim level is a 4-cylinder engine with an excellent turbocharger, and a hybrid of SUVs. Plug-in hybrid The model is offered in midrange SEL trim, but the XRT is only available on a naturally aspirated 2.5 liter in-line 4-cylinder base. Front-wheel drive is standard and an awkward choice for an ambitiously rugged looking SUV, but my XRT test car has an optional all-wheel drive system for $ 1,700. The lineup is also equipped with an 8-speed automatic as standard equipment.
With just 191 horsepower and 181 lb-foot torque, the Santa Fe XRT’s base engine feels too slow for modern roads. It’s okay in the city, but XRTs are sluggish when getting on ramps or passing at highway speeds, and you need to put your feet on the floor regularly to catch up with the traffic. The engine is also big and rough, and there is a lot of noise and vibration entering the cabin when accelerating. The fuel economy is also not good. The Santa Fe XRT is rated at only 22mpg in the city and found it difficult to match its 25mpg highway rating.
On the other hand, thanks to the thick tire sidewalls of the XRT, the ride quality is excellent, and the handling of Santa Fe is generally configured, not a hoo float. However, the 235 / 60R18 Kumho Crugen all-season tires do not pretend to be all-terrain, so no actual functionality has been added and they are the same tires used in other Santa Fe variants.
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XRT can only be used with the base engine.
The interior of Santa Fe is one of the best in this segment. The XRT uses the same upholstery and dark trim areas as other Santa Fe models and does not add its own cabin functionality. I really like the look and feel of the fabric sheets, and even though the black look is pretty boring, the whole interior remains a fresh design. The XRT uses Santa Fe’s basic 8-inch touchscreen setup (larger 10.3-inch screens aren’t available), but the system is well-laid out, easy to use, and includes wireless. Apple CarPlay When Android Auto.. There is plenty of space inside for both people and luggage, and the second row seats can be easily slid and reclining.
The XRT comes with all of the $ 1,700 convenience package of SEL Trim, including a hands-free power tailgate, 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear sunshade, and Hyundai digital keys. increase. Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror and external paddle lamp. Other standard features include a heated front seat, power driver seat, wireless phone charger, automatic up / down front window, and keyless start, all of which are also included in the SEL.
The interior of the XRT is at least really great.
Unfortunately, the Santa Fe XRT is available in SEL’s $ 4,060 premium package, which includes leather seats, a power passenger seat, a panoramic sunroof, a 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, LED taillights, and Hyundai’s excellent highway driving assist system. can not. However, all Santa Fes have numerous safety systems such as blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alerts, lane keeping assists, lane centering assists, safety exit assists, ultrasonic rear occupant alerts, and automatic emergency braking by pedestrians and cyclists. It is standard equipment. detection.
The Santa Fe XRT starts at $ 33,995, including a $ 1,245 destination fee, and my test car comes in for $ 35,890 after adding an AWD and a $ 195 carpeted floor mat. That’s an additional $ 1,795 over the AWD Santa FE SEL with a convenience package, and $ 4,765 less than the front drive Santa Fe Limited, which is the cheapest way to get a turbo engine. And the entry-level Santa Fe Hybrid Blue features a standard AWD and a much better fuel-efficient turbocharged powertrain, which is $ 345 cheaper than this XRT. Hyundai’s Santa Fe deserves close to the top of your medium-sized crossover shopping list, but it’s just not worth the money because it’s as cool as the XRT trim might look.