Hyundai has announced a series of changes to the
2018 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport. Since both crossovers are relatively new, the
updates are minor and include a new Santa Fe Sport Value edition.
The model costs US$ 26,850 and features additional
standard equipment such as heated exterior mirrors with integrated turn
signals. The Value edition also comes with a proximity key, a push-button
ignition, and power windows with auto up/down function up front.
Besides the new Value edition, Santa Fe and Santa Fe
Sport models with leather upholstery now come standard with wood trim.
The vehicles equipped with Blue Link come standard with Blue Link
Connected Care as well as the Blue Link Remote and Guidance packages for three
years. The services include automatic collision notification, SOS emergency
assistance, and remote door lock/unlock - among other things.
The Santa Fe Sport continues to be offered with two
different engines. The entry-level model has a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that
produces 185 hp, while higher end variants have a turbocharged
2.0-liter four-cylinder pumping out 240 hp.
The Santa Fe has a 3.3-liter V6
engine that develops 290 hp and 341 Nm of torque.
