Hyundai Santa Fe estate car review

This is a Discovery-sized 4x4 for Freelander money, and the overall package looks tempting. Future residuals are average.

Other models in the Hyundai range are known for their dependability, and Santa Fe should be no different; build quality is better than older Hyundai models.

Feels nimble to drive despite its bulky shape; the steering is light and all-round visibility is generally good; pushed harder, the handling starts to feel less stable.

This is a Discovery-sized 4x4 for Freelander money, and the overall package looks tempting. Future residuals are average.

Seats are supportive, but the driver's seat position is either too upright or laid back; the steering wheel is only adjustable for rake not reach. Spacious, with plenty of room for rear passengers.

All models benefit from standard ABS, with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution); driver and passenger airbags, beat the Forester, Wrangler, Cherokee, RAV 4, CR-V and the new Maverick in US crash tests.

An alarm and immobiliser are standard, might be worth considering upgrading the security equipment in urban areas.