A self-confessed fan of Hyundai car parts, Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond says he "starts to go a bit cold" when moving to the Santa Fe.

In his Daily Mirror column, Hammond writes that the Santa Fe is "not a bad motor", while it is also cheaper than some of its rivals thanks to its £21,495 price tag.

"It’s just not as strong a bargain as the little cars," he argues. "The latest version has a 194bhp 2.2-litre diesel engine and a manual gearbox. For an extra £750 you get an extra two seats."

Hammond did concede that the Santa Fe is "worth a look" because of its 20,000-mile service intervals and five-year warranty.

Following its introduction in 2001, the Santa Fe quickly became Hyundai’s best-selling model, contributing to the manufacturer’s success in the US.

Next year’s second-generation Santa Fe model is expected to feature a mid-cycle refresh, with slight tweaks to the vehicle’s exterior including new as new head and tail lamps and different wheels.

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