Santa Fe Older is Better
First Santa Fe we had was new 2014. It had V-6 easy to use and understand, maintain. Hardly any problems with over 100K miles. Sold to grandkids, so still in family and doing well. We bought new 2023 Santa Fe with all kinds of extras we don't use because they are too complicated to understand. Every time there is an update installed, it deletes all our personal settings and we can't figure out how to reset. Has huge infotainment book, but way too complicated for senior citizens. I didn't even get a manual about the engine and other mechanical features, couldn't even find what kind of oil it used without going on line. How can you sell a $35K car that doesn't even have a manual for the engine, only the computer electronics?? I complained to the dealership and they said it was all on- line now. 2.2L turbo has problems. Had oil change at dealer and they either didnt put in new crush fitting plug or if they did, it failed. I reported to JD powers in review and the dealer never reached out. Leaked out 3 quarts of oil. When dealer put in new plug didn't replace lost oil and didn't change it even though were less than 1000m from needing a change. Mileage not great 25-27 mpg max, not as much power as old V6 which was discontinued by Hyundai. Don't like design of newer 2024-6, boxy and way too much electronic garbage. A computer with wheels that is fickle. I have lost faith in Hyundai if I ever need another car and don't recommend to others unless it is an older one with reasonable miles.