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Hyundai Santa Fe Elite (2012) price & specs
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Elite
Overview
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Elite is a front-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 3rd April 2011 classified as a CM. The Hyundai Santa Fe is regarded as a large SUV built in Korea with prices starting at $40,990 before on-road costs.
This Hyundai Santa Fe is powered by a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine that has 204 kW of power (at 6300 rpm) and 335 Nm of torque (at 5000 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Hyundai claims the Santa Fe Elite uses 9.6L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 230g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 729km per full tank
The Hyundai Santa Fe measures 1760mm (69.3 inches) in height, 4660mm (183.5 inches) in length, 1890mm (74.4 inches) in width with a 2700mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1862kg (4105.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The Santa Fe Elite comes standard with 235/65 R17 front tyres and 235/65 R17 rear tyres. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Elite has a 200mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
72.94 - 109.56 kW/t
52.16 kW/t
115.97 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
6.7 - 9.6 L/100km
6 L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
729 - 1,045 km
603 km
1,149 km
Price
$36,990 - $48,490
$32,000
$91,490
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
1 year
5 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,570 - 2,620 kg
2,268 kg
3,300 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,500 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
24.6°
18°
36.6°
Departure Angle
21.6°
21.6°
28°
Ground Clearance Unladen
200 mm
184 mm
235 mm
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Dimensions
4,660 mm
1,890 mm
1,760 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,660 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,890 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,760 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 708 mm |
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Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 5.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 230
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 92.0
Engine (cc): 3470
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.5
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 87.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 729
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 453
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 25
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 13.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 21
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 18
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.7
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 277
Maximum Power (kW): 204
Maximum Torque (Nm): 335
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5000
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Mud & Snow
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Mud & Snow
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Hyundai Nf
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 79.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 2247
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10800
Front Track (in): 63.6
Front Track (mm): 1615
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 200
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.4
Overall Height (in): 69.3
Overall Height (mm): 1760
Overall Length (in): 183.5
Overall Length (mm): 4660
Overall Width (in): 74.4
Overall Width (mm): 1890
Rear Track (in): 63.8
Rear Track (mm): 1620
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1019
Rear Headroom (in): 39.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 1002
Front Hip Room (in): 55.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1417
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1398
Front Leg Room (in): 42.6
Front Leg Room (mm): 1082
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.8
Rear Leg Room (mm): 935
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1511
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1489
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 24.6
Departure Angle: 21.6
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2570
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5666
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1862
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4105
Tare Weight (kg): 1350
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Carbon Fibre Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20100226
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: 1
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.2 Diesel Gls 4x4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: All Three Rows
Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
3rd Row Location: 3rd Row
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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