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## 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Preferred Overview

The **2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Preferred** is a **mid-level trim** of Hyundai’s midsize SUV, offering a strong balance of **value, features, and style**. It sits above the base Essential trim and offers several upgrades in comfort, technology, and safety without the higher cost of the top-end trims like Luxury or Ultimate Calligraphy.

It’s a great option for families, commuters, or anyone looking for a refined, practical, and well-equipped two-row SUV.

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## Engine & Performance

The **Preferred trim** typically comes with the base gasoline engine:

* **Engine:** 2.5L 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated
* **Power:** ~191 hp
* **Torque:** ~181 lb-ft
* **Transmission:** 8-speed automatic
* **Drivetrain:**

* **Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)** standard
* **All-Wheel Drive (AWD)** available (often chosen in Canada or northern climates)

The powertrain offers adequate performance for daily driving smooth, quiet, and efficient, though not sporty. If you want turbo power, that’s found in the higher **XRT or Urban/Luxury** trims.

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##&ý Fuel Economy (Estimated)

* **FWD:** ~9.1 L/100 km combined (~26 mpg US)
* **AWD:** ~9.9 L/100 km combined (~24 mpg US)

Fuel efficiency is respectable for a midsize SUV, especially considering its size and standard features.

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## Interior Features

The 2023 Santa Fe Preferred offers a **significant upgrade over the Essential** trim in both materials and tech:

* **Cloth seats** (premium quality, often with a textured design)
* **Heated front seats**
* **Power-adjustable driver’s seat**
* **Heated steering wheel**
* **Dual-zone automatic climate control**
* **8.0-inch touchscreen** (with available upgrade to 10.25 in packages)
* **Apple CarPlay & Android Auto** (wired with 8″, wireless on select builds)
* **Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines**
* **Proximity key with push-button start**
* **Tilt & telescopic steering wheel**
* **Ample rear seat legroom and reclining rear seatbacks**

Interior layout is driver-focused and practical, with a mix of soft-touch surfaces and durable plastics.

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## Exterior Features

* **18-inch alloy wheels**
* **LED headlights and LED daytime running lights**
* **Body-colour door handles and mirrors**
* **Heated side mirrors with turn signal indicators**
* **Rear spoiler and roof rails**
* **Chrome grille accents (varies by market)**

Even in Preferred trim, the Santa Fe presents a **sophisticated, upscale look**.

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## Safety & Driver Assistance

Hyundai includes its full **SmartSense** safety suite on the Preferred trim:

* **Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)**
* **Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)**
* **Lane Following Assist (LFA)**
* **Driver Attention Warning**
* **Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)**
* **Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist**
* **High Beam Assist**
* **Safe Exit Assist**
* **Rear Occupant Alert**

You also get **adaptive cruise control with stop & go** if equipped with the available tech package.

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## Practicality & Dimensions

* **Seating:** 5 passengers
* **Cargo space:**

* ~36.4 cu ft behind the second row
* ~72.1 cu ft with rear seats folded
* **Towing capacity:** Up to **2,000 lbs** with the 2.5L engine (non-turbo)
* **Flat-folding rear seats**
* **Smart storage spaces** throughout cabin

The Santa Fe is a two-row SUV but offers interior room close to a smaller three-row making it great for families who don’t need that third row.

*VSA Licensed. Prices do not include GST/PST, 699 Admin Fee, 399 3 Year tire and rim warranty. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information; prices, kilometers, options, and accessories are subject to change/human error. Please verify any information, questions, or concerns with the friendly & knowledgeable staff at Kelowna Hyundai.