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Hyundai Santa Cruz is name Best Pickup Truck Award from Northwest Automotive Press Association

2021-Hyundai-Santa-Cruz-910 Hyundai Santa Cruz Sport-Adventure Vehicle is named the winner in the 2021 Best Pickup Truck category from the Northwest Automotive Press Association. The vehicle managed to impress the jury with its bold design, efficient powertrain, and flexible customization options. Of course, the numerous cutting-edge technologies contributed greatly for the recognition.

We’re thrilled that our new Santa Cruz was recognized by the Northwest Automotive Press Association. Its bold styling coupled with secure open-bed flexibility meets the changing everyday needs of adventure-oriented buyers, while powerful engines and superb maneuverability ensure it is a pleasure to drive in urban or off-road environments, said Ricky Lao, director of Product Planning, Hyundai Motor North America.

The evaluations included parts that test, handling, braking, rear-view cameras, and more. The evaluations are made on a dedicated track, characterized by elevation changes, sharp corners, and sweeping curves.

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe receives TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS award by the IIHS

2021-Hyundai-Santa-Fe-910 Hyundai’s 2022 Santa Fe model has been awarded a TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The model has been recognized for passing all six IIHS crashworthiness exams with excellent grades and this achievement makes Santa Fe the 15^th Hyundai machine to earn the prestigious award.

Safety is paramount at Hyundai, as evidenced by every vehicle in our SUV lineup earning an IIHS Top Safety or Top Safety Pick+ designation, said Brian Latouf, chief safety officer, Hyundai Motor North America, Through R&D and HMMA collaborative hard work we were able to improve the Santa Fe’s LED-headlamp performance to meet the stringent testing demands by IIHS. We are extremely proud of the 2022 Santa Fe’s recent TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating and continuing Hyundai’s industry leadership in IIHS awards.

To qualify for IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+, a vehicle must earn good ratings in all six IIHS crash-worthiness evaluations, including the driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side roof strength, and head restraint tests. Also, vehicles must be available with a front crash prevention system that earns advanced or superior ratings in both the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations and good or acceptable headlights must be standard across all trim levels.

The 2022 Santa Fe models built after July 2021 come exclusively with good or acceptable headlights, said Joe Young, public affairs, IIHS, The Santa Fe also comes with a standard front crash prevention system that earns superior ratings in both the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations.

September 2, 2021

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is the winner of SUV Challenge from Cars.com!

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimatehas been named the winner of the SUV Mid-Size Challenge by Cars.com. The event includes 6 of the most popular SUVs that are pitted against each other in series of expert testing in order to determine which model is the best in the segment. The all-new Santa Fe is the fourth generation vehicle and offers family-oriented interior, practical technologies and cutting-edge engineering solutions.

There are numerous SUV models that were requested by Cars.com for the Mid-Size SUV Challenge. The selection criteria is based on 17 separate categories including ride quality, handling, front and back seat comfort and amenities as touchscreen, connectivity and multimedia.

Furthermore, new Santa Fe model has also received five additional awards, including the 2019 Kelley Blue Book Long-Term Ownership Value Award, 2019 Wards Best Interior, Most Dependable Midsize SUV by J.D. Power, Redesign of the Year by ALG® and a 2018 GOOD DESIGN® Award from the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and the European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. Additionally, new Santa Fe model has earned IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus award and was recently recognized as a top 5-Star Safety Rating vehicle by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Source: Hyundai

August 27, 2019

Hyundai Santa Fe, Tucson and Accent earn prestigious recognition!

2019 Hyundai Accent and 2019 Santa Fe models have been included on the US News & World Report’s “Best New Cars for Teens” list. At the same time 2016 Hyundai Tucson earned a place among the “Best Used Cars for Teens”.

US News & World Report ranks vehicles based on reliability ratings, crash worthiness tests, driver-assistance features and critics recommendation. The vehicles included in the exclusive list have the best combination of all those features. Furthermore, a vehicle must be from 2014 through 2016 model years and have the best blend of dependability and safety ratings, ownership costs, positive reviews and available technology.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

The vehicle includes Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist system as standard. There’s also a Blind Spot Detection system, which warns driver if vehicles approach from the rear side. Additionally, Santa Fe comes with Hyundai’s first standard Safe Exit Assist system. It uses radar to help detect vehicles approaching from the rear and cautions passengers to exit the vehicle. Also, 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe was named a TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS by IIHS.

2019 Hyundai Accent

The new family member offers a wide array of advanced safety features and technologies that provide another layer of protection for passengers. New Accent comes with Forward Collision-avoidance Assist that utilizes a front forward facing radar. 2019 Accent has also been named TOP SAFETY PICK by the IIHS.

2016 Hyundai Tucson

2019 Hyundai Tucson

The model is offered with optional advanced safety technologies as Automatic Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection, Lane Departure Warning System, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Backup Warning Sensors and a standard rearview camera. The vehicle was the only machine in the small SUV segment to receive good ratings for both driver and passenger in the latest Insurance Institute for Highway Safety small-overlap crash test ratings.

Source: Hyundai

August 21, 2019

Hyundai incorporates fingerprint technologies in future models!

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Hyundai Motor Company announced the world’s first smart fingerprint technology that would allow drivers to unlock doors and start the vehicle with a single touch. How cool is that! The prestigious brand plans to implement the technology initially in new Santa Fe SUV models and some more in the near future.

In order to unlock the vehicle, the driver needs to place a finger on the sensor located on the door handle. Then the encrypted fingerprint data is proceeded and identified to the fingerprint controller inside the vehicle. Driver can also start the engine with this very same technology by touching the ignition button. Taking the idea to the next level, Hyundai engineers have also thought of a neat and handy feature – by touching the scanner, the whole interior adjusts to driver’s own pre-defined specifications. This include seat, mirrors and steering wheel adjustment.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

Also, Hyundai team has addressed the security issue on the smart fingerprint technology. By comprehensive examination of the fingertip, the technology can tell, or at least it is believed that it can, the difference between forgeries and faked fingerprints. Although brand members ensure high level of safety and efficient recognition, we are still suspicious about incorporating such idea in the field of automobile security.

At the moment Hyundai will apply the fingerprint technology in select markets and gradually expand to other places. Hyundai Motor also plans to continue to implement other customizable technologies in order to stay in touch with advanced technologies and ideas.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

Source: Hyundai

January 2, 2019

Hyundai – Team Wiggins partnership results with creating a limited run of Santa Fe vehicles

2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Team Wiggins Limited Edition Hyundai Motor launches a limited run of Santa Fe models in order to celebrate the partnership with Sir Bradley’s Wigging’s cycling team! Named Santa Fe Team Wiggins Edition, the limited to 500 units edition will be available for purchase in July.

Hyundai Motor team promises sharp new design, improvement in terms of technology and tons of additional equipment. But we will see about that!

2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Team Wiggins Limited Edition

Based on the Premium SE trim level, the Team Wiggins Edition will come with this new thing called Dynamic Bending Lights, a Panoramic Sunroof, Smart Electric Tailgate, Smart Parking Assist, Ventilated Front Seats and Smart High Beam, all part of the standard equipment. Sweet.

2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Team Wiggins Limited Edition

In terms of appearance and style, Team Wiggins proudly shows exclusive badges, distinctive 19-inch aluminums in Dark Gunmetal coloring. Buyers can also choose from five different body color finishes that include the all-new White Crystal with pearl-effect, solid Creamy White, metallic Titanium Silver, metallic Ocean View and one more pearl-effected Phantom Black.

The power unit is Hyundai’s 200hp (149kW) 2.2-CRDi diesel that can be paired to either a manual or automatic gearbox. Interesting thing is that the price for a vehicle with manual gearbox is cheaper than the Premium SE model. This also means that a Team Wiggins Edition vehicle with automatic transmission system will be approximately the same price as a Premium SE automatic. How cool is that?

2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Team Wiggins Limited Edition

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Source: Hyundai

June 29, 2016

Hyundai Unveils Santa Fe Zombie Survival Machine

A few days ago the first digitally made images of the Hyundai Santa Fe Zombie Survival Machine By Anson Kuo were revealed. Now, Hyundai is unveiling the ultimate Zombie Survival Machine for real.

Kuo’s customized Santa Fe was brought to life by Galpin Auto Sports (GAS) and was revealed on New York Comic-Con. More importantly the car was picked as the winner out of more than 82,500 fan submissions on The Walking Dead Chop Shop configurator app.

The Zombie Survival Machine includes knife blades, an automatic crossbow, razor-wired windows, three machine guns, a samurai sword, aluminum armor and a muffler silencer. All these elements make Anson Kuo’s custom Santa Fe Zombie Survival Machine the ultimate car for The Walking Dead fans.

What is more, the car is a great addition to the celebration of the 10th Anniversary of The Walking Dead – Robert Kirkman’s Skybound imprint at Image Comics and Kirkman’s groundbreaking comic and best-selling graphic novels.

Hyundai Santa Fe Zombie Survival Machine - side view

Source: Hyundai

October 11, 2013

Hyundai Santa Fe Zombie Survival Machine BY Anson Kuo

With the upcoming New York Comic-Con, Zombies become a question of interest. For this reason Hyundai has joined forces in battling zombies with Anson Kuo in creating the Hyundai Santa Fe Zombie Survival Machine. Aimed at effective undead annihilation, the fan-built vehicle is going to be shown at the event on 10th of October.

With the help of the Walking Dead Chop Shop configurator application, the fans around the world have designed thousands of custom zombie survival machines utilizing as a basis the Hyundai Veloster Turbo, Santa Fe or Elantra.

Out of more than 82,500 fan submissions, one of the designs was picked as winning – and this was Anson Kuo’s Santa Fe. His vehicle was constructed by Galpin Auto Sports (GAS). The urban camouflaged Zombie Survival Machine includes knife blades, an automatic crossbow, razor-wired windows, three machine guns, a samurai sword, aluminum armor and a muffler silencer.

His goal was to create a stealthy vehicle with abundant cargo space for supplies and passengers, but also such machine which optimizes the survivability against the undead. The primary weapons of this special Santa Fe are the knives as they ensure a perfect protection.

Earlier this year in July, again at Comic-Con but this time in San Diego, Hyundai unveiled a customized Veloster Zombie Survival Machine designed by Robert Kirkman and fabricated by GAS. At the event, the attendees will be able to take pictures with the car as well as check out the interior and all of the features.

Source: Hyundai

October 7, 2013

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport – Best Compact CUV by NWAPA

The all-new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is hugely appreciated in Europe, because of its competitive price, high quality materials, and good equipment and nice styling. It appears that the CUV is well received in the US, too.

The Santa Fe Sport was named “Best Compact CUV” during the 2013 Mudfest competition last week in Snoqualmie, Washington. More than 30 NWAPA automotive journalists participated in the event at the 300-plus acre DirtFish Rally School site in Snoqualmie, WA.

The 2013 Best Compact CUV award from NWAPA is one in a list of honors the 2013 Santa Fe Sport has garnered since launching during the fourth quarter of 2012. Santa Fe Sport received the honor of “Best New Crossover” in the Midsize and Large Crossovers category in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine, was named to this year’s Ward’s “10 Best Interiors” list for its upscale and highly-functional interior, and was awarded “Crossover of the Year” by the editors of Autobytel.

2013 Santa Fe Sport is priced from $24,450 excluding $825 delivery & handling fee. The standard extras include 6-speed automatic gearbox, 17” alloy wheels, Air Conditioning, 7 airbags, Hill-start Assist Control, Downhill Brake Control, Remote Keyless Entry system with alarm, LED brake and headlight accents, power doors and windows and Bluetooth-enabled 6-speaker audio system.

Source: Hyundai

April 29, 2013

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe – 5 Stars in Euro NCAP Crash Test

Euro NCAP has published a crash test video of the new 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. The SUV managed to earn full five stars safety rating by independent vehicle assessment organization. Its scores on all four test categories make it one of the safest vehicles ever assessed and a leader in its segment.

2012 Santa Fe is the safest vehicle in its category with class-leading 96% in the “adult occupant”. The judges awarded maximum points in the side barrier test thanks to the good protection afforded to all body regions. In the ‘child occupant’ category, the New Generation Santa Fe received a score of 89%, and features such as electronic stability control contributed to the car’s score of 86% in the ‘safety assist’ category.

“The five-star rating for New Generation Santa Fe shows our commitment to developing cars which provide the highest levels of safety to Hyundai customers. The car’s class-leading safety complements the enhanced efficiency that brings low CO₂ and low running costs, to make New Generation Santa Fe a compelling choice for consumers.”, commented Allan Rushforth, Senior Vice President and COO of Hyundai Motor Europe.

Every New Generation Santa Fe on sale in Europe comes with Hyundai’s Five Year Triple Care.

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Source: Euro NCAP

November 28, 2012

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe – Pricing

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is the latest new generation SUV delivered by Hyundai and it is going to be at dealerships in the middle of October this year.

The new Santa Fe is powered by a 2.2-litre CRDi engine which generates 197 hp (145 kW) and 311lb ft (230 Nm) of torque. This engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission as a standard, and optionally can be coupled with six-speed automatic one.

The 4WD manual Santa Fe has combined fuel consumption figure of 46.3mpg and 159g/km of CO2 emissions. On the other hand the automatic model delivers 41.5mpg and just 178g/km, respectively.

The new Hyundai SUV model is available in three trim levels and a choice of either five- or seven-seat configurations. In addition there is a wide range of standard equipment features which the customers of 2013 Santa Fe will enjoy.

For example the vehicle runs on 18-inch alloy wheels, which are in the standard package. In it are also featured body coloured door handles, body coloured door mirrors with integrated indicator lights, reverse parking sensors, daytime running lights, self-levelling suspension (seven seat only), rear spoiler with high-mounted brake light, air conditioning, Bluetooth® with voice recognition, multi-function steering wheel and Hyundai’s adjustable Flex Steer™ system.

But the list of the standard equipment doesn’t finish here. A number of safety features are also included: ESP, Hill Start Assist, Vehicle Stability Management, Trailer Stability Assist and seven airbags, and Active Bonnet System.

The first trim of the model is called Premium and its function is to add to the standard equipment touchscreen satellite navigation, reverse parking camera with Parking Guidance System, electric folding door mirrors with puddle lamps, dual zone climate control, heated front seats, roof rails, chrome effect door handles and black leather seat trim.

The second trim – Premium SE, consists of vast array of comfort, safety, and luxury features. It adds to the Premium feature the following: 19-inch alloy wheels, electric driver’s seat adjustment, Panoramic sunroof, Xenon headlights, keyless entry with engine start/stop button, front parking sensors, Smart Parking Assist, tyre pressure monitoring system, Supervision Cluster with LCD display.

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Rear

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe prices:

New Generation Santa Fe

	Fuel Type	CO2 Emissions g/km	Recommended On The Road Price £
Style
2.2 CRDi 5 seat 2WD manual	D	155	25,495.00
2.2 CRDi 7 seat 2WD manual	D	155	26,695.00
2.2 CRDi 5 seat 4WD manual	D	159	26,895.00
2.2 CRDi 5 seat 4WD automatic	D	178	28,595.00
2.2 CRDi 7 seat 4WD manual	D	159	28,095.00
2.2 CRDi 7 seat 4WD automatic	D	178	29,795.00
Premium
2.2 CRDi 5 seat 4WD manual	D	159	28,995.00
2.2 CRDi 5 seat 4WD automatic	D	178	30,695.00
2.2 CRDi 7 seat 4WD manual	D	159	30,195.00
2.2 CRDi 7 seat 4WD automatic	D	178	31,895.00
Premium SE
2.2 CRDi 7 seat 4WD manual	D	159	32,695.00
2.2 CRDi 7 seat 4WD automatic	D	178	34,395.00

Source: Hyundai

June 27, 2012

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe US – details

2013 Hyundai Sanfta Fe model makes its official debut at the New York Auto Show. This is the third generation of the big cross-over as it will be available in three different version: a 5-seat Santa Fe Sport, Santa Fe Sport 2.0T and larger 7-seat LWB Santa Fe.

The standard equipment includes 7 airbags, panoramic sunroof, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, power seats, sliding second row with 40:20:40 folding and standard Blue Link infotainment, navigation and audio multimedia systems with eight-inch display.

The engine range features three petrol power units – a 2.4 liter direct injected GDI with 193HP (142 kW) and 245Nm (181 lb-ft) and a powerful 2.0 liter turbocharged GDI with 264HP (194 kW) achieving best-in-class power-to-weight ratio and very good fuel consumption of – 31 mpg on the highway. The most powerful variant is the 3.3 liter GDI V6 with 290HP (213 kW), which is available for LWB Santa Fe.

The diesel variants are 2.0 liter with 150HP (110 kW) and 382Nm (282 lb-ft) and a powerful 2.2 liter four-cylinder 16-valve power unit with 200HP (147 kW) and 431Nm (318 lb-ft) at 2000RPM.

The transmission choices are 6-speed manual for the small 2.0 liter diesel, 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic for the 2.2 liter diesel and other powerunits.

The all-new 2013 Santa Fe Sport will hit the market this summer and the 7-seat variant will be available in the beginning of the next year.

Check out the full specs below.

Diesel engines

2,0-litre 150ps
Type / capacity	R-engine, VGT, four-cylinder, DOHC 16-valve / 1995cc
Power / torque	150ps @ 4000rpm / 382Nm @ 2000rpm
Bore x Stroke (mm)	84 x 90
Compression ratio	16,5

2,2-litre 200ps
Type / capacity	R-engine, VGT, four-cylinder, DOHC 16-valve / 2199cc
Power / torque	200ps @ 3800rpm / 431Nm @ 2000rpm
Bore x Stroke (mm)	85,4 x 96
Compression ratio	16

Petrol engine

2,4-litre 193ps
Type / capacity	Theta II 2.4 GDI, four-cylinder, DOHC 16-valve / 2359cc
Power / torque	193ps @ 6300rpm / 245Nm @ 4250rpm
Bore x Stroke (mm)	88 x 97
Compression ratio	11,3

Transmissions
	Diesel		Petrol
	2,0	2,2	2,4
Manual	6-sp	6-sp	6-sp
Automatic	—–	6-sp	6-sp (4WD only)

Suspension and damping
Front	Fully independent subframe-mounted MacPherson struts, with coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers. Anti-roll stabiliser bar.
Rear	Fully independent subframe-mounted multi-links, coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers.

Steering
Type	Motor-driven electric power steering, with FLEX STEER system

Brakes
Front	Ventilated discs, 320mm (depending on model)
Rear	Solid discs, 302mm (depending on model)
Booster size	10,5-inch
100-to-0 kph	40,4 metres

Wheels and tyres
(depending on model)	17 x 7,0 inch alloy 235 / 65 R17
	18 x 7,5 inch alloy R18
	19 x 7,5 inch alloy 235 / 55 R19
Spare	Temporary mobility kit

Dimensions (mm)
Exterior
Overall length	4690
Overall width	1880
Overall height	1680
Wheelbase	2700
Front overhang	935
Rear overhang	1055
Drag coefficient	0,34 Cd

Interior	Front Rear
Head room	1006 992
Leg room	1120 1000

Capacities (litres)
Luggage	534 1st and 2nd row seats upright

Performance
Diesel	2,0 2WD Manual	2,0 4WD Manual
Top speed (kph)	188	188
0-to-100 kph (sec)	11,0	11,3
	2,2 2WD Manual / Automatic	2,2 4WD Manual / Automatic
Top speed (kph)	190 / 190
0-to-100 kph (sec)	9,4 / 9,8	9,8 / 10,1

Petrol	2,4 2WD Manual	2,4 4WD Manual / Automatic
Top speed (kph)	190	190 / 190
0-to-100 kph (sec)	10,0	10,5 / 10,9

Emissions
Diesel	2,0 2WD Manual	2,0 4WD Manual
CO₂ (g/km)	155	160
	2,2 2WD Manual / Automatic	2,2 4WD Manual / Automatic
CO₂ (g/km)	145 / 169	149 / 171

Petrol	2,4 2WD Manual	2,4 4WD Manual / Automatic
CO₂ (g/km)	197	202 / 206

Source: Hyundai

April 4, 2012

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