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The 17 Best Buys for 2020: We look at Kelley Blue Book’s Picks for Cars, SUVs and Trucks

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Derek Boshouwers
Some old favourites repeat their feat, other newbies grab the crown

Midsize SUV (2-Row): Hyundai Santa Fe

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe | Photo: D.Boshouwers

Here’s another KBB Best Buy choice that failed to make our Auto123 finalists’ list in its category – though that’s likely because we chose to include both 2-row and 3-row models in the same category.

In any event, the panel recognized the Santa Fe for its smart design, spacious interior, bang for buck, standard technologies and drive-assist functions. The quality of the interior was a noteworthy element, a reflection of just how far the company has come since the days of the Pony.

Our review of the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

(Our Auto123.com 2020 Midsize SUV of the Year: The Honda Pilot)

Midsize SUV (3-Row): Kia Telluride

2020 Kia Telluride
2020 Kia Telluride | Photo: Kia

KBB’s Best New Model choice for 2020 also takes it in the category of three-row intermediate people movers.

Derek Boshouwers
Derek Boshouwers
Automotive expert
  • Over 8 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 50 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 30 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists