According to the industry on the 14th, the 12 models of ‘2021 Best New Cars’ recently announced by AutoTrader included 4 models of Hyundai and Kia including Santa Fe.

AutoTrader evaluates interior comfort, manufacturing quality, technology, driving experience, etc. for vehicles of 75,000 dollars or less among models of the year or following year. It is selected and announced as the best new car.
Autotrader said about Santa Fe, “The update of the second-row Santa Fe gives a feeling of a large vehicle with more variety.” “Hyundai is good at sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and hybrids, but it is time for the two to work together.” Evaluated. Santa Fe has powerful turbo options, hybrid and plug-in hybrid models. The interior of Santa Fe was also evaluated as excellent.
Olavisi Boyle, vice president of product planning and mobility strategy at Hyundai Motors North America (HMA), said, “Hyundai is constantly listening to consumers’ opinions while striving to improve vehicles, and the new Santa Fe reflects this will.” I am very satisfied.”

Autotrader judges said, “It’s a mid-sized premium SUV with three rows of seats, starting at less than $50,000, and competing head-on with more expensive European competitors.” “This is a proud, stylish and comfortable SUV. Is already the best car in its class.”
In the case of Kia Sorento, he said, “If you add a few options, you can transform from an inexpensive SUV to a luxury SUV.” It was also compared to telluride, which is popular in the North American market.

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As for the K5, he praised the new exterior, interior space, and high-tech interior, and explained that it is “an eye-catching sedan that makes BMW 3 series buyers seriously consider options for GT trim.”
In addition, the ‘2021 Best New Cars’ included Honda Acura TLX, Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford F-150, Lexus IS, Volvo XC40, and Toyota Benja.
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