Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Hyundai Veracruz | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 342 Nm@5200 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 194 kW@6000 348 Nm@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,804 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,905 mm | 4,841 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,946 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,689 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,859 kg | 2,014 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 78 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,539 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,529 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,049 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 907 mm | 917 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,369 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,120 mm | 1,158 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 800 mm | 800 mm | 0 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,858 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 382 L | 184 L | 198 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,158 L | 1,133 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,265 L | 2,458 L | 0 L |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
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