Hyundai Santa Fe is one of the best sport utility vehicles among several of its kind and is designed based on the Sonata platform. It won the consumers top pickup award for the model year 2008. The first generation model was released in the model year 2001 and the later revised model was released in 2007 with new updates to the vehicle.
Engine
This model is offered in three different engine specifications namely, 2.7 liter V6 engine that produces 138 kilo watts, 2.2 liter diesel I4 engine that produces 114 kilo watts of power and 3.3 liter V6 engine that produces 180 kilo watts of power.
Trim models
This vehicle is offered in three different versions, namely Limited, GLS and SE models. The Limited version of Santa Fe is offered with various features like that of a sports car.
Features
The SUV, is equipped with all the standard and safety features that meet the comfort requirements of passengers. The features provided in the vehicle include antilock brakes, electronic stability control, active front head restraints, side curtain air bags and tire pressure monitoring system.
The other features in the model include high quality leather seats, gated shifter pattern, child seat anchors and illuminated cup holders. With the powerful engine, the SUV variant can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in a time span of just 5.7 seconds. The interior and the exterior features are designed and produced using innovative technologies.