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Hyundai Santa Fe Grand Santa Fe (NC, facelift 2016) 3.3 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic
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Hyundai Santa Fe:
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a series of crossover SUVs produced across five generations by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 2000. It is named after the city of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and was introduced for the 2001 model year as Hyundai's first SUV. The Santa Fe was a milestone in the company's restructuring program of the late 1990s because the SUV was a hit with American buyers.
The Santa Fe was initially marketed as a compact crossover SUV in its first-generation. After the Tucson was introduced in 2004, marketed under that same class, the Santa Fe was later repositioned into the mid-size crossover SUV class since its second-generation launched in 2005. Through all generations, the Santa Fe has been offered in either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Grand Santa Fe (NC, facelift 2016) Overview:
Hyundai Santa Fe (Grand Santa Fe (NC, facelift 2016)). With 342 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1826 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.3 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.3 V6 delivers strong, smooth acceleration and ample power for highway cruising and towing, making it feel effortless at speed.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is a notable drawback, with combined figures around 11.2 l/100 km, making it less ideal for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable 6-7 seater interior
- • Strong V6 engine option for performance
- • Highly efficient 2.2 CRDI diesel option
- • Good standard features and competitive pricing
- • Excellent Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Smooth automatic transmission
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for the 3.3 V6 engine
- • Not as agile or sporty as some rivals
- • Interior materials, while good, may not match premium competitors
- • Some road noise at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (DM, facelift 2015): 2015 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Santa Fe |
| Generation: | Grand Santa Fe (NC, facelift 2016) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.3 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 6-7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 290 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 86.8 Hp/l [215mm more] |
| Torque: | 342 Nm @ 5200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Lambda II More details about the engine Lambda II |
| Engine displacement: | 3342 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, D-CVVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 158.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1826 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1842 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 634 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4905 mm mm [215mm more] |
| Width: | 1885 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1695 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Front track: | 1628 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1639 mm |
| Front overhang: | 955 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Shiftronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/60 R18; 235/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 18; 7.5J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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