Since its inception in 2000, the Hyundai Santa Fe has stuck with the hunchback crossover design. However, the South Korean giant has decided to reinvent the nameplate, probably after seeing what Ford, Land Rover, and Toyota/Lexus have revealed in the past few years in reviving the boxy SUV styling.

Hyundai has not announced the complete powertrain offerings, but one of the teaser shots suggests a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with all-wheel drive to be an option.

Instead, its squarish, off-roadish look was showcased, with squared-off fenders, a shorter front overhang, and 21-inch wheels to complete the recipe. The taillights are now a single-block rectangle style mounted closer to the rear bumper, a peculiar stylistic choice by SangYup Lee.

With a new motif, the new Santa Fe will bring in the overlanding and luxury camping crowd. The extended tailgate offers ample room for cargo space and living quarters, and its roofline is ready to install a tent above. The Nappa leather seats, the wooden trim, and the split sunroof bring the terrace house’s feeling on the move.

Additional conveniences include the wide 12.3-inch seamless instrument cluster and infotainment display, multiple USB and wireless charging ports, and a mix of physical capacitive touch buttons.

We will have to wait until August for its worldwide launch and more information on powertrain options and price range. Until then, what do you think of the reimagined Santa Fe?