Consumer Reports New Cars – November 2019

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Hyundai Santa Fe

The midsized Santa Fe is a compelling choice priced close to some top-trim compact SUVs. It’s available with a 2.4-liter, four- cylinder engine or a more powerful 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder. The turbo returned just 21 mpg overall in our tests and suffers from an uneven power delivery, either hesitating or abruptly launching the SUV forward. We think the 2.4-liter is a better choice. The Hyundai has composed handling and responsive steering, but the ride skews firm. Only mild engine noise penetrates the otherwise quiet cabin. The controls are clear and easy to master, particularly the quick-to- respond infotainment system. There is plenty of head- and legroom, and the seats are comfortable and supportive. Rear-seat room is very generous. Standard safety systems include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and blind spot warning.

Overall Score 80 Predicted Reliability 40 Owner Satisfaction 40 Road-Test Score 80 Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05

Base Price: $25,750-$38,800 Body Styles: 4-door SUV Trim Lines: Limited, SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Ultimate Drive Wheels: Front, AWD Seating: 2 front, 3 rear Engines: 2.0-liter 4 turbo (235 hp); 2.4-liter 4 (185 hp) Transmissions: 8-speed automatic

Length (in.)..................... 188 Width (in.) ......................74 Height (in.) ..................... 66 Wheelbase (in.) .................109 Weight (lb.) .................. 4,015 % weight front/rear ...........57/43

Max. Load (lb.) ................ 860 Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 35.5 Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........3,500

Regular CR overall mpg ..................21

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Hyundai Palisade

Hyundai’s all-new three-row midsized SUV can seat seven people, or
eight with the second-row bench seat. It shares many components
with the Kia Telluride, including its smooth 291-hp, 3.8-liter V6 that’s
paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive
comes standard, with all-wheel drive available. The roomy cabin is
very quiet. The Palisade rides comfortably, but its handling is not
particularly nimble. The interior is filled with thoughtful details and
has mostly simple controls, except for the unintuitive push-button
gear selector. Infotainment comes courtesy of an available 10.25-inch
touch-screen display. Several advanced safety systems are standard,
including forward collision warning, automatic emergency brak-
ing with pedestrian detection, and lane keeping assist, along with a
driver attention monitor and rear occupant alert.

Overall Score NA Predicted Reliability 03 Owner Satisfaction 04 Road-Test Score NA Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 50

Base Price: $31,550-$46,400
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: Limited, SE, SEL
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear, 3 third
Engines: 3.8-liter V6 (291 hp)
Transmissions: 8-speed automatic

Length (in.)..................... 196
Width (in.) ......................78
Height (in.) ......................69
Wheelbase (in.) .................114
Weight (lb.) ..................4,385
% weight front/rear .............NA

Max. Load (lb.) ................ 1175
Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. NA
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........5,000

Regular
EPA combined mpg ..............21 Average

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