Top Large SUVs of 2025: Champion - Hyundai Santa Fe
The Hyundai Santa Fe, manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company, has been named the Best Large SUV of 2025 by Wheels. This impressive vehicle boasts a spacious and practical interior, making it a strong contender in the competitive large SUV segment.
The interior of the Santa Fe is not only spacious and practical but also well-featured. High-quality materials and a long list of tech features are standard, with the addition of dual 12.3-inch screens packed with features such as wireless smartphone mirroring.
The Santa Fe comes with two engine options: a 213kW 2.5-litre petrol engine and a more fuel-efficient 172kW 1.6-litre hybrid drivetrain. The hybrid option offers refined performance and better fuel efficiency, with a fuel economy of 5.6L/100km and CO2 emissions of 128g/km.
The stylish exterior of the Santa Fe sets it apart from its competitors, with distinctive design elements that catch the eye. The vehicle measures 4830mm in length, 1900mm in width, and 1770mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2815mm.
Pricing for the fifth-generation Santa Fe starts at $53,000 plus on-road costs. Service pricing for the Santa Fe is reasonable at under $500 annually for the first five years, with a total five-year service cost of $2425 for the 2.5T model and $2439 for the hybrid model.
The upper-spec Santa Fe models are well-equipped, and even the entry-level model is priced under $60,000. The bootspace of the Santa Fe is generous, offering 628L with the third row folded and 1949L with the third and second row folded.
Despite strong competition and Australian consumers being a tough crowd, the Hyundai Santa Fe stands tall in the large SUV segment. Its five-year warranty, while average for the industry, comes with service intervals set annually or every 10,000km, providing peace of mind for owners.
While the Toyota hybrids may offer slightly better fuel efficiency, the Hyundai Santa Fe's combination of style, performance, and value make it a compelling choice for those in the market for a large SUV.
