2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Spy Photos - Future Cars

The Santa Fe, Hyundai’s innocuous entry in the ultra-competitive mid-size crossover segment, has received numerous subtle improvements over the years but has never garnered much attention. Come 2013, though, the Santa Fe should turn more heads, trading its dreary duds for Hyundai’s dramatic new styling language and packing a tech-heavy interior like that found in the Sonata.

Swoopy Styling, Buck Rogers Cockpit

It’s clear from these spy shots that there will be a whole lot of Sonata in the new Santa Fe’s face, and a bunch of Tucson in the upswept beltline. It also appears that Hyundai’s stylists have embarked on an all-out assault on outward vision with those massive D-pillars.

We had few gripes about the previous Santa Fe’s interior except that, like the sheetmetal, it boasted all the style of a brown paper bag. Consider the problem rectified with a thoroughly modern interior that adopts the Sonata’s hourglass-shaped center stack and futuristic styling theme. Expect a similar level of equipment, as well as some newfound niceties.

Power? Yes. Cylinder Count? TBD

Seeing as the current Santa Fe’s base, 175-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder was new for 2010, we’re very confident it will carry over to the new model. The future is less certain for today’s optional engine, a 3.5-liter V-6 pumping out 276 hp. We expect it will be replaced by the turbocharged four-pot now pulling duty in a slate of other Hyundai and Kia vehicles, where it cranks out between 260 and 274 hp. Six-speed automatics are a near certainty for both engines, and we’d love to see Hyundai continue to offer a six-speed manual on base models.

The Santa Fe could eventually be offered as a hybrid as well, what with Hyundai in full world-domination mode when it comes to fuel economy. (The company boasts EPA ratings of 40 mpg or better for its Accent, Elantra, Veloster, and Sonata hybrid.) A gas/electric Santa Fe would almost certainly co-opt the setup used in the new Sonata hybrid, where the 2.4-liter four is assisted by a 40-hp electric motor. After all, the first time Hyundai ever showed off this system, it was in a Santa Fe back in 2008.

The new Santa Fe should appear next year as a 2013 model. Even with comprehensive improvements inside and out, this mid-sizer should to stick to Hyundai’s corporate philosophy of lots of stuff for not a lot of money.

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Hyundai Santa Fe Launched in India @ Price Starting @ Rs. 21 Lakhs

Hyundai Motor India Limited, the country's largest exporter and the second largest car manufacturer, today added one more product to its portfolio with the unveiling of its highly successful luxurious SUV - Santa Fe in India. With the introduction of the internationally acclaimed Santa Fe, which offers an unmatched combination of power and luxury supported by cutting-edge technology, Hyundai aims to grab a bigger share of the highly competitive SUV segment in the country.

In India, Santa Fe will be available with 2.2L CRDi engine – the most powerful and efficient engine in its class - that delivers a maximum power of 197PS/4000 rpm and an impressive torque of 42.9 kgm/1800~2500rpm – both highest in class. Available in six speed manual transmission, with an option of 2WD and 4WD, the high-tech engine incorporates a host of advanced technologies aimed at delivering an optimal balance of performance, excellent drivability on all terrains and a segment best fuel mileage of 14.66 kmpl (ARAI certified).

Speaking at the launch of the much awaited SUV, H W Park, MD & CEO, HMIL, said, "We are very proud to bring the Santa Fe to India. Globally, Santa Fe has already sold over 20 lakh units since its launch in June 2000 and we are confident that in India, Santa Fe will give us a competitive edge in the SUV segment and offer our customers the best in terms of luxury and performance. The launch today further reinstates our commitment to provide best in class quality and technology to our customers in India."

In India Santa Fe will be imported as CBU (Completely Built Units) from South Korea.

INDUSTRY LEADING SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
Santa Fe underscores Hyundai's leadership in standardizing the industry's most effective safety technologies. It has been awarded a Five Star safety rating by NCAP (New Car Assessment Program) making it one of the safest SUVs to drive in. Santa Fe comes with a premium safety feature - ESP (Electronic Stability Program) which is one of the industry's most effective life-saving technologies, that integrates the functions of EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) system, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and TCS (Traction Control System) to ensure greater driving stability.

Another feature not seen in most of the other SUV in this segment is the six standard airbags including side and curtain Airbags for all three rows of available seating. The combination of side and curtain airbags help protect the head and body during side impacts, and keeps the passengers inside in the event of a rollover. The unique roll-over sensor monitor vehicular angle and can predict a rollover. The front-seat active head restraints help prevent whiplash by automatically reducing the space between a front occupant's head and the head restraint during a rear collision. The silica tyres feature a silica-based rubber compound that provides outstanding grip on wet surfaces and reduced rolling resistance for improved fuel- efficiency.

MODERN, AERODYNAMIC DESIGN THAT'S DISTINCTIVELY HYUNDAI
With dramatic styling that is assertive, yet graceful, the Santa Fe's exterior showcases the evolving face of the Hyundai brand. Its wide track provides a strong stance, sure footed handling and large interior room.

The Santa Fe has an assertive body-coloured front grille, rugged bumper design, confident sculptured lines and finely detailed head lamps. For a more aggressive appearance and impressive ground clearance, Santa Fe comes with 18-inch alloy wheels – the largest in class. Sleek styling makes the Santa Fe aerodynamic and standard roof rails help define its clean side profile, while adding to SUV functionality. The dynamic SUV image is further accentuated by aggressive features like twin exhausts, rear spoiler with high mounted stop lamp, high contrast rear combination lamps, heated outside mirrors with side repeaters and chrome accent door handles.

STYLISH, LUXURIOUS AND EFFICIENT INTERIOR PACKAGE
The Santa Fe is one of the most package-efficient SUVs in the market. The interiors feature an array of luxurious features and textures including leather upholstery to give the car an elegant feel and look. Designers have worked hard to make the Santa Fe ergonomically sound. The modern blue instrument lighting soothes the eye and provides vital vehicle information while the neat layout of the front fascia flows into the driver and passenger doors creating a dual-cockpit look.

With its spacious third row seat, the Santa Fe offers seven-passenger seating. The third row seat is split 50/50 and can be folded flat. The second row is 60/40-split. Total cargo space is generous with plenty of storage for items of different sizes. The flexible seating configuration is an added advantage on holiday trips and this feature significantly broadens Santa Fe's appeal.

Much attention has been given to the air conditioning to create a relaxing and refreshed ambience of Santa Fe. The dual-zone climate controls for the driver and front seat passenger bring a touch of luxury to the Santa Fe. Second and third row passengers will enjoy a new level of comfort, thanks to B-pillar-mounted adjustable vents, dual rear heating ducts and third row independent blower controls.

Other thoughtful convenience features for the driver include driver's side power window with anti-pinch system, steering wheel mounted audio control, leather wrapped gear knob, 10-way power adjust driver's seat with lumbar support , electrically foldable outside mirrors and cruise control for ensuring fatigue free driving and organ type accelerator pedal that minimizes driver's effort and prevents possible mishaps.

The In-Dash 6 CD changer Audio system is built into the dashboard adding convenience to the audio entertainment. Passengers will enjoy their audio experience all the more thanks to improved acoustic engineering resulting in reduced road, wind and engine noise. Other premium features include USB/ipod/AUX connectivity for unlimited music access, In-car cooler – a unit to keep beverages cool and make driving in summer a pleasure, cluster ionizer –an in-built system to improve air quality, multifunction sunvisors etc.

Demonstrating Hyundai's attention to detail, the Santa Fe boasts of ingeniously created storage spaces highlighting the vehicle's modern, integrated interior design. Front cup-holders with grip, utility tray in front central armrest, front door map pocket with bottle holder, dual sunglass holder, storage box with lid for third row, front seat back pockets, central arm rest with adjustable cup holders in the second row etc are all designed with soft-touch, high-quality materials and zero-tolerance fits are used throughout the interior to add more design harmony to the inside cabin.

Santa Fe will be available in an array of 4 exciting colours.

Courtesy: Hyundai India

Hyundai Santa Fe price in India: Between Rs. 20.95 Lakhs to Rs. 22.95 Lakhs

MSN Autos Top Value Picks

10 models that are real deals.

By Kirk Bell of MSN Autos

For most of us, a car will be the second most expensive item we purchase in our lifetimes, next to a home. Unlike a dwelling, however, in which one might live for 30 or more years, we buy a different car on average every four years or so. With all that money at stake, it's advisable to shop wisely when looking for a 4-wheeled compadre. That's where MSN Autos comes in. Our reviewers are in the business of determining what is a good deal. Each of us drives 50 to 100 new cars every year. Consequently, the virtues of various models rise above the fray, and a little research into pricing reveals which automakers are offering great bargains and which are asking a bit too much for what you get. With this in mind, here are our choices for the top 10 automotive value picks on the market today.
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Subcompact Car: Honda Fit

Compact Car: Mazda Mazda3

Midsize Car: Hyundai Sonata

The Hyundai Sonata has earned a reputation for offering most of what the big guns (namely, the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry) do, but at a lesser price. But with its 2011 redesign, the Sonata is now a serious match for its more successful rivals while still coming in at prices $1,600-$2,300 less. MSN Autos Producer Mike Meredith notes that it has "the look and feel of an upscale luxury car," a trait it shares with the hot-selling Camry. Handling is improved for 2011, besting the Camry but not quite matching the Accord, and the 4-cylinder engine lineup is exceptionally fuel-efficient. Like the Accord, this midsize sedan is classified by the Environmental Protection Agency as a full-size car because of its cavernous interior.

Honorable Mentions: Chevrolet Malibu, Honda Accord, Ford Fusion, Nissan Altima, Toyota Camry
Compare: Hyundai Sonata vs. Chevrolet Malibu vs. Honda Accord


Compact Crossover/SUV: Hyundai Santa Fe

Our two crossover/SUV entries straddle classes. Though sized like a smaller midsize vehicle, the Hyundai Santa Fe is priced to compete against the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. We're not impressed with most compact crossovers due to cheap interiors and obvious signs of cost cutting, but the Santa Fe has a pleasant cockpit befitting a vehicle that can top $30,000. The Santa Fe embodies the rise of the Hyundai brand, with what Griffey calls "a pleasing design, upscale interior and balanced driving dynamics." Hyundai offers two fuel-efficient engines and front- or all-wheel drive, and prices range from $21,695 for a 4-cylinder front-drive version to $30,295 for an AWD V6, so you can pick the price and features that matter to you.
Honorable Mentions: Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4
Compare: Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Honda CR-V vs. Toyota RAV4

Midsize Crossover/SUV: Chevrolet Traverse

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