All-new 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe revealed; gets massive design changes

KUALA LUMPUR: Hyundai has unveiled the all-new fifth-generation Santa Fe in the global market. The latest iteration of the mid-size SUV shows a major departure from its older outgoing iteration in terms of design.

The new Santa Fe features a boxy design reminiscent of the Land Rover Defender. The SUV is kitted with an H-shaped lighting element harmonising with the H-motif lower front design. It also features a longer wheelbase that accommodates a bold roofline, pronounced wheel arches, and new 21-inch wheels on the sides, lending the SUV a robust, adventurous look. 

At the rear lies a massive tailgate and H-shaped tail lights that align with the front H lights. Hyundai claims that the extended tailgate attached to the accommodating cabin enables the SUV to offer best-in-class space.

The cabin looks more neat and premium with an H-motif design applied to the dashboard and air vents and a variety of high-tech features. The key inclusions are -

• Panoramic Curved Display connecting 12.3-inch digital cluster and 12.3-inch infotainment system
• Dual wireless charging
• Touch-sensitive panel for your climate control.
• Brightly coloured seats and headliner
• Soft-touch wood-patterned garnish
• Nappa leather seats with delicate embroidery
• Several sustainable materials such as suede headliner and car mats made from recycled plastic and the crash pad and door trim covers made from eco-friendly leatherette
• Fully foldable second- and third-row seats offering class-leading interior space
• Two sunroofs

“The all-new Santa Fe is an SUV that finds a perfect balance between city life and the great outdoors, handling everything from busy family itineraries to car camping adventures,” said SangYup Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Global Design Center. “With its longer wheelbase, roomy interior and terrace-like tailgate space, the new Santa Fe leans into its SUV strengths to offer more versatility than ever before as well as a premium customer experience.”

As far as the mechanical specifications are concerned, no information has been disclosed yet, as the full reveal of the all-new Hyundai Santa Fe is scheduled to take place next month on Hyundai's YouTube channel.

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