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Hyundai Santa Fe II (CM) 3.3 V6 (242 Hp) 4WD Automatic
Overall Rating
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)
II (CM) Overview:
Hyundai Santa Fe (II (CM)). With 306 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1824 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.3 V6 (242 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful option, ideal for effortless highway cruising and heavy-duty tasks, though specific acceleration data is unavailable.
Fuel Economy
Likely the least fuel-efficient option due to the large V6, 4WD, and automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior, often with 7-seat option
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Economical and torquey diesel engine options
- • Generally reliable powertrains
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for petrol V6 engines
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium
- • Older automatic transmissions can be sluggish
- • DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) issues reported on some diesel models
- • Not particularly agile or engaging to drive
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (SM): 2001 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Santa Fe |
| Generation: | II (CM) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.3 V6 (242 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 242 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.4 Hp/l [175mm more] |
| Torque: | 306 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Lambda / G6DB More details about the engine Lambda / G6DB |
| Engine displacement: | 3342 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 132.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 167.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1824 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2214 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 968 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 748 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4675 mm mm [175mm more] |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Height: | 1725 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Front track: | 1615 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1620 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 206 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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 | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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