Hyundai Santa Fe I (SM) 2.4 i 16V (146 Hp) Automatic
People\'s Opinion
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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)
I (SM) Overview:
Hyundai Santa Fe (I (SM)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1686 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.7 s). The top speed reaches 178 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving, though the automatic transmission can feel sluggish.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate for a petrol SUV of its size and era, especially with the automatic.
Best Use Case:
Mixed City/Highway
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase and running costs (especially diesel models).
- • Spacious interior and generous cargo capacity.
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys.
- • Available 4WD for light off-road capability and adverse weather.
- • Generally reliable and durable.
Cons:
- • Outdated interior design and materials compared to newer rivals.
- • Petrol engines can be thirsty, especially the V6s.
- • Automatic transmissions can feel unrefined and slow.
- • Limited advanced safety features by modern standards.
- • Handling is more focused on comfort than agility.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Hyundai |
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| Model: | Santa Fe |
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| Generation: | I (SM) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 i 16V (146 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2000 |
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| End of production: | 2006 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 146 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 62.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | Sirius / G4JS |
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| Engine displacement: | 2351 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 7 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 86.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 100 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 178 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 86.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.6 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.1 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1686 |
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| Max. weight: | 2240 |
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| Max load: | 554 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1473 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 469 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4500 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1820 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1655 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1540 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1540 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/70 R15 T |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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