This 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Preferred AWD is a highly capable and refined mid-size SUV, representing the sweet spot for Canadian families looking for extra room, standard premium features, and confident all-weather traction. It is powered by a Smartstream 2.5L 4-cylinder engine delivering 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. This engine is mated to a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission and Hyundai’s sophisticated HTRAC™ All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, which includes multi-terrain control modes (Snow, Mud, Sand). It delivers a balanced combined fuel economy of 10.0 L/100 km (10.6 city / 9.3 highway).Step inside the spacious 5-passenger cabin of the 2023 Preferred trim to find a tech-forward and highly insulated environment. For the 2023 model year, Hyundai upgraded this mid-tier trim significantly by making a high-resolution 10.25-inch touchscreen with integrated navigation a standard feature. Essential Canadian comforts come standard, including a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and proximity keyless entry with push-button ignition and remote start. Cargo utility is immense, offering a deep 1,032 liters of space behind the rear seats, expanding to a massive 2,041 liters with the 60/40 split rear seats folded down.Safety is comprehensive on the 2023 Santa Fe Preferred AWD, coming fully loaded with the Hyundai SmartSense safety suite. This includes:Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction-Turning Detection (protects you when turning left across oncoming traffic)Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance AssistAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go capabilityLane Keeping Assist and Lane Following AssistSafe Exit Assist and Rear Parking Distance WarningWith its premium acoustically laminated front glass shielding the cabin from highway noise and an independent multi-link rear suspension providing a plush ride, the 2023 Santa Fe Preferred AWD delivers a true near-luxury family cruising experience.