2025 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID CALLIGRAPHY AWD | PREMIUM, EFFICIENT SUV!

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The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy AWD is presented as a carryover model with the addition of the Atlantis Blue exterior color. The reviewer highlights the Calligraphy trim's exclusive styling, including gloss black accents and unique grille elements. A key distinction for the hybrid Calligraphy is its 20-inch wheels, slightly smaller than the gas version's 21-inch wheels, and the absence of a spare tire in favor of a tire mobility kit. Inside, the cabin features premium Nappa leather, a dual 12.3-inch screen setup, and a heads-up display. Notably, the hybrid Calligraphy gains exclusive power leg extension for the passenger seat, a feature absent in the gas Calligraphy. The reviewer strongly recommends the hybrid variant over the gasoline model, citing a mere $500 price premium for significant gains in fuel economy (approximately 15 MPG combined) and the replacement of the dual-clutch transmission with a smoother six-speed torque converter automatic. Despite the subjective styling, the hybrid Calligraphy is deemed a "fantastic option" and a "better bang for the buck" within the Santa Fe lineup.