Sunday, 24 August 2014

Hyundai Santa Fe: A Class Apart SUV

Hyundai Santa Fe: A Class Apart SUV
If you have a penchant for off-roading but with sheer comfort and luxury, viola, Hyundai Santa Fe what you need to fulfil your wish. Yes, Indeed, it is that perfect amalgamation of aristocracy and ruggedness which you can go for any time. Being Hyundai's flagship vehicle in India, this prolific SUV is being introduced with three variants - Santa Fe 2WD MT, Santa Fe 2WD AT, and Santa Fe 4WD AT. It received a major facelift a while back when at the 2014 Indian Auto Expo, Hyundai, the country's second largest automaker, launched its refurbished version. The Hyundai Santa Fe pictures show that it has an aerodynamic and sporty structure combined with luxury elements to make it a one-of-its-type SUV.

Hyundai Santa Fe features and specifications are avant-garde with state-of-the-art technology being executed. It carries several first grade comfort features inside the cabin like 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat, Cooler, Audio remote on the steering wheel, Dual zone fully automatic air-conditioner, Cluster ionizer, and 6-disc-in-dash CD changer system. Hyundai Santa Fe price is quite aggressive, seeing the fierce competition in its segment; being kept in a bracket of Rs. 25.1 - 27.9 Lakhs. Going to the safety front, it has been bestowed with Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Advanced 6-Airbag Technology, Rollover sensors, Active headrest on driver’s seat, Safety power window; though, not quite much, as one would had expected out of this mean machine.
Hyundai Santa Fe


The Santa Fe comes loaded with a 2.2L diesel motor that develops a maximum power output of 197PS at 3800rpm along with a peak torque performance of 420Nm at 1800-2500rpm. The power is being transferred either to the rear wheels or all the four wheels (4WD) enroute a 6-speed automatic transmission. It is one of the most powerful SUV in its segment and conquers almost every terrain with its flawless and agile nature. Santa Fe's endurance can be checked in every weather condition as it can withstand every climate condition without going down on tenacity. It also gets the advantage of Hyundai's widespread dealership network and service centres over its contemporaries. Though, the mileage figures aren't that great as they are in range of 8-11kmph depending on the road and traffic condition, plus the driving style; still, it is satisfactory. The company has presented it in 5 vibrant colors - Pure white, Sleek Silver, Star Dust, Phantom Black, and Red wine.

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