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Hyundai Santa Fe III (DM, facelift 2015) Sport 2.0 Turbo GDI (240 Hp) AWD 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)
III (DM, facelift 2015) Overview:
Hyundai Santa Fe (III (DM, facelift 2015)). With 353 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1768 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.
Sport 2.0 Turbo GDI (240 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong acceleration and confident handling with AWD, making it suitable for varied road conditions.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel economy, slightly higher than the FWD version due to the AWD system, but still acceptable for its power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior, often with 7-seat option for families.
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine choices, especially the 2.2 CRDi.
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for long journeys and daily commuting.
- • Good safety ratings and available advanced driver-assistance features.
- • Attractive and modern design after the 2015 facelift.
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines, particularly the V6, can be quite thirsty.
- • Entry-level petrol engines may feel underpowered when fully loaded.
- • Third-row seating is best suited for children or short trips due to limited space.
- • Steering feel can be somewhat numb, lacking direct feedback.
- • Resale value might not always match some premium European rivals.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Grand Santa Fe (NC, facelift 2016): 2016 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Santa Fe |
| Generation: | III (DM, facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | Sport 2.0 Turbo GDI (240 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5-7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 240 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 120.1 Hp/l [206mm less] |
| Torque: | 353 Nm @ 1450-3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Theta II / G4KH More details about the engine Theta II / G4KH |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 9.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 12.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.4 kg/Hp, 135.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 199.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1768 |
| Max. weight: | 2340 |
| Max load: | 572 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1680 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 748 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4699 mm mm [206mm less] |
| Width: | 1880 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Height: | 1689 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [100mm less] |
| Front track: | 1628 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1639 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| 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 | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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