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Hyundai Santa Fe II (CM, facelift 2009) 2.4 (174 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, facelift 2009) Overview:
Hyundai Santa Fe (II (CM, facelift 2009)). With 226 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1799 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.7 s). The top speed reaches 186 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 (174 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.4-liter petrol engine provides adequate power for daily driving, but its 11.7-second 0-100 km/h time indicates it can feel sluggish, especially with the automatic and 4WD.
Fuel Economy
A combined fuel consumption of 8.8 l/100 km is reasonable for a 4WD petrol SUV, though it's less efficient than the diesel options.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior with good cargo capacity
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Excellent fuel economy from the 2.2 CRDi diesel engine
- • Strong value proposition for its size and features
- • Available 4WD system enhances versatility and traction
Cons:
- • V6 petrol engine can be very thirsty, especially with 4WD
- • 2.4-liter petrol engine can feel underpowered in some configurations
- • Interior plastics, while durable, may lack premium feel compared to rivals
- • Older automatic transmissions can be less refined than modern units
- • Euro NCAP rating of 4 stars is good, but not class-leading by later standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (CM): 2006 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Santa Fe |
| Generation: | II (CM, facelift 2009) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (174 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 174 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.8 Hp/l [15mm less] |
| Torque: | 226 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Theta II / G4KE More details about the engine Theta II / G4KE |
| Engine displacement: | 2359 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 97 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 186 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 98.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1759-1839 |
| Max. weight: | 2505 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 666-746 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 528 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 80 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2400 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 17.9° |
| Wading depth: | 500 mm |
| Length: | 4660 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1760 mm mm [35mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1615 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1620 mm |
| Front overhang: | 930 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1030 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 200 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 24.6° |
| Departure angle: | 21.6° |
| 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 | 6 |
| 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 | 235/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17 |
| 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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