Over time, the Santa Fe has grown in size and price, but its initial mission remains the same. Even when pushed into emergency like maneuvers, the standard and government-mandated electronic stability control kicks in to keep things from getting ugly on wet or slippery pavement. Our improved algorithm coefficients were calculated for each model particularly. With its third-row seat discontinued a couple of years ago, it's not the all-around flexibility champ that its cousin, the Kia Sorento, might be, but it still offers seating for up to five passengers. The smaller size means two adults max across the back row of seats, unless they're small. The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fes in this analysis were driven mostly on the highway at an average speed of 75 kilometers per hour about 85 percent of the kilometers driven. The Santa Fe comes very well-equipped even in base editions, which keeps down build complexity and keeps owners satisfied.
A new premium leather shift knob is standard. For 2012 two new colors attempt to keep the midsize crossover fresh until an all-new model arrives. Top Limited models get full leather upholstery, a sunroof, and dual-zone climate control, plus 605-watt Infinity surround-sound audio. But that's not so much the case here; with its base engine, you might eke out a mile or two better per gallon if you drive gently, but with all-wheel drive, the V-6 is actually slightly better on gas. The ride is good for its class, but handling could be better. The 2014 Hyundai Santa Fes in this analysis were driven mostly on the highway at an average speed of 60 kilometers per hour about 60 percent of the kilometers driven.
Its previous quirky styling has been replaced with a much more cohesive and upscale look. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and have combined mileage ratings in the low 20s. It has travelled 7509 miles at average of 38. Today, Hyundai confirmed that those rumors were true when it revealed the new Santa Fes—yes, there are now two. Fuel tank capacity is 75 liters. It's a bit warmer inside, with a theme that breaks rank from the usual Euro-worshipping and truck-reincarnating. Most popular options can be grouped together in packages that vary depending upon trim level.
The rest of the kilometers were in the city 20 percent , in the suburbs 0 percent , and in heavy traffic 0 percent. Before you buy, be sure to check the Santa Fe's Fair Purchase Price on kbb. Base model Santa Fes come competently equipped and higher trim levels feature standard and optional luxury touches on par with more exclusive brands. Vehicle Details The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is full of high-quality plastics artfully blended with faux wood and, on some models, contrasting lower dash and door panels. Hyundai added some new powertrains to the Santa Fe lineup back in 2010--marking improvements to both performance and fuel economy--and those are still looking ahead of the curve even this year. Priced and equipped with families in mind, the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe isn't especially exciting to drive or to look at, but it's a very well-executed crossover vehicles with excellent safety scores and some made-in-America credibility. Still, we'd opt for the much more powerful 276-hp, 3.
The 2012 Santa Fe's long list of standards is enough to cause many to switch loyalties. Fuel economy in city is 9. It could use some more overall refinement, however, and we suspect that will be in the offing. When we tested a 2011 Santa Fe Limited with the 175-horsepower 2. And here, on Aruba, Diesel is about 18cts per liter cheaper. A new Santa Fe is in the offing, but for now, the 2012 model carries on with minor changes. Steering isn't a Hyundai strong suit, and it's a little vague and wandery here, but ride quality is on the right side of soft, with well-controlled motions, and the Santa Fe's cabin is generally quiet.
It's a little older than the rest of the Hyundai lineup, so the Santa Fe's plainly drawn panels and simple front-end treatment don't bear much relation to the extroverted Sonata, Accent and Veloster introduced in the past two years. The exterior gains a new front grille and two new colors -Venetian Red and Cabo Bronze. The new powertrains that made their way into the Santa Fe in 2010 roll on unchanged this year. Although there is no certainty of the content, it is for informational purposes only. Fuel economy in city is 11. At night, the entire panel glows with blue backlighting, which produces mixed results: It makes the instruments easy to read after nightfall, but harder to see at dusk. It has travelled 7509 miles at average of 38.
Compared to most other vehicles in the Hyundai lineup, the 2012 Santa Fe looks a little blander, a little more dated, and it lacks some of the contemporary, more curvaceous sheetmetal that's especially made the brand's newer passenger cars like the Sonata, Elantra, and Accent such standouts. For the 2010 model year the Santa Fe received a new 2. Air conditioning with B-pillar mounted vents is standard and dual-zone climate controls for the driver and front-seat passenger are available on the Limited trim level. Trim and interior materials received an upgrade a couple of years ago, and the steering wheel now tilts and telescopes in all models. The Santa Fe does no harm with its looks. In any of its variations, the Santa Fe handles responsively but with a somewhat rubbery, uncommunicative feel; in exchange for that, you get ride quality that's well controlled, without much body motion, and with a relatively quiet cabin.
Just last week the automaker teased us with images of the all-new Santa Fe, but left us in the dark when it came to the details. Kia Sportage best was 48. Hyundai's improved the quality of interior trim over the Santa Fe's life, and added new colors and a sprinkling of buttons on the steering wheel, but has smartly avoided cluttering the cabin. Stepping up to the V-6 engine only costs a few miles per gallon while reducing 0-60 mph time by three full seconds. The Santa Fe's instruments are neatly arranged under a hooded covering. The cargo area's expansive for its size. Worst fuel consumption was 32.