For 2021 Significant exterior and interior update.Completely revised powertrain lineup, including a newly available hybrid.New range-topping Calligraphy trim.
Pros Abundant standard features for the money Generous warranty coverage Smooth operation of advanced driver aids Quick acceleration from available turbocharged 2.5-liter engine
Cons Overly soft suspension tuning dilutes driver enjoyment 10.25-inch touchscreen can be a bit slow to respond
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe makes premium gains with hybrid and turbo-4 power and a Palisade-like interior.
Pros Larger standard and available touchscreens Hybrid models Potent powertrains Revised transmission Luxe Calligraphy edition
Cons Moderate base-engine power Middling fuel economy (except Hybrid) Busy body
The Santa Fe receives a visual freshening for 2021 that includes bolder front-end styling and improvements to its interior. Three new powertrains are offered: A 2.5-liter four-cylinder replaces the standard 2.4-liter unit, a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder replaces the optional turbocharged 2.0-liter, and a hybrid variant powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder and an electric motor joins the lineup.
Pros Relative bargain compared to rivals, relaxed demeanor, nicely-equipped cabin.
Cons Nonhybrid models could be more fuel efficient, tight rear seat headroom, no third-row option.
The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse is bigger and more butch, but still every bit as good for a bunch.
Pros Bold new exterior Stout V-6 Spacious third row Built for families like network prime time Plenty of cargo room
Cons Active safety is pricey Turbo-4 further sidelined No hybrid batteries, at all Poorly functioning all-wheel-drive system
For 2019, the Traverse returns with the same winning formula. Today's lighter Traverse carries over the same V6 engine from the last model, but with an additional 29 horsepower (310 hp). The engine pairs with a nine-speed transmission, a combination that helps achieve up to 21 mpg combined (18 city/27 highway). There's also a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but it's only available on the sport-styled RS trim.
Pros Passenger room is generous in all three rows Loads of space for any combination of passengers and cargo Feature-rich infotainment system comes with standard Wi-Fi hotspot
Cons Some safety features are only available on top trims Quality of some interior panels and controls seem low-rent for this class
The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Chevrolet Traverse has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 15 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Abundant passenger and cargo space Intuitive infotainment system Smooth ride
Cons Many competitors are more upscale inside Underwhelming engine power
