Brief test: Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi 4WD Impression
Santa Fe might just be too big, say half a figure. But too few Europeans - or too few SUVs and too few crossovers. A little about the form, a little about the materials, a little about the position on the road and the work of the chassis. Let's say it would be better if it was driven by American drivers, especially one that is fully equipped, with a 197 horsepower diesel engine (okay, it wouldn't be that popular in other countries) and an automatic transmission.
In order: The Impression label in Santa Fe stands for the richest version of the equipment, another step above the Limited equipment that has long been the highlight of Hyundai's offering. These are leather seats with electric energy memory function, a seven-inch color LCD display in the center of the dashboard, a navigation system, a sliding panoramic sunroof (which can be opened by sliding back, but not only partially by lifting the rear section), an improved sound system, xenon and LED headlights, heated front and rear seats, speed limiter and cruise control, rain sensor, bluetooth ...
Not that it is not there, you can tell by looking at the equipment list, but it is true that quite a few electronic safety accessories (not only in the equipment, but also in the accessory list) that are well known from European cars are missing. : various obstacle detection and automatic braking systems, lane departure warning or prevention system, blind spot monitoring, active cruise control and much more.
But behind the wheel, it doesn't look much like an old-school SUV than a passenger car. The engine is powerful, not too loud, and the automatic transmission is smooth enough and on the other hand tuned to follow the driver's commands easily. Of course, there are better ones, but the numbers in the price list in such cases are also different.
Steering wheel? The power steering power level can be adjusted in three steps with a switch on it, but either way, the Santa Fe can hit the steering wheel slightly during hard acceleration, and that's not the last word in terms of accuracy or connectivity. But in everyday use, most drivers will still set it up as comfortably as possible, and this will not bother them at all.
Chassis? Unsurprisingly, Santa Fe loves to lean on the asphalt in corners and can be slightly misled by short lateral bumps, but overall Hyundai engineers have found a good compromise that works well on both crushed stone roads and rubble. not only sufficient comfort, but also reliable persistence in the direction of the track.
Four-wheel drive is classic, most of the torque goes to the front wheels (which is sometimes noticeable under hard acceleration, as already mentioned), but of course, the center differential can be easily locked (in a 50:50 ratio). But in order for this to happen, the situation on the road (or off it) must be really uncomfortable.
The exterior dimensions of the Santa Fe indicate that there is plenty of room in the cabin, and the car does not disappoint. Tall drivers (over 190 centimeters) may want to push the driver's seat an additional centimeter back, while others (neither front nor rear) will complain.
The sensors can be a little more transparent, the switch placement is generally good, and the large, touch-sensitive color LCD in the center provides convenient control of all the functions of the infotainment system. The bluetooth headset works great (and can also play music from your phone).
The trunk is big, of course, and since the Santa Fe test didn't have any extra third-row seats (they usually end up pretty much useless, except for the really big SUVs that take up trunk space), it was huge, with useful bins underneath. . It would have been nice to have a more useful hook for hanging bags on the side of the trunk - details that can confuse a European buyer.
He'll probably like the look. The nose of Santa Fe is dynamic, fresh and noticeable, the shape is fully maintained, and the car is 4,7 meters long, which hides its size well.
Consumption? Pleasant. The 9,2 liter test consumption is quite favorable for a nearly 1,9 ton SUV with four-wheel drive and a powerful engine, and on our standard lap the Santa Fe consumed 7,9 liters of diesel fuel per 100 kilometers.
Compared to the most "European" Hyundai models (like the i40 and younger siblings), the Santa Fe is an old-school Hyundai, meaning a car that makes up for small flaws in performance and interior details at a bargain price. 190-horsepower diesel, all-wheel drive, plenty of space and last but not least, a long list of standard equipment for 45 thousand? Yes it's good.
Text: Dusan Lukic
Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi 4WD Impression
Basic data
| Sales: | Hyundai Auto Trade Ltd. |
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| Base model price: | 33.540 € |
| Test model cost: | 45.690 € |
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| Acceleration (0-100 km / h): | 9,9 with |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km / h |
| Mixed flow ECE: | 9,2l / 100km |
Technical information
| engine: | 4-cylinder - 4-stroke - in-line - turbodiesel - displacement 2.199 cm3 - maximum power 145 kW (197 hp) at 3.800 rpm - maximum torque 436 Nm at 1.800-2.500 rpm. |
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| Energy transfer: | the engine drives all four wheels - 6-speed automatic transmission - tires 235/55 R 19 H (Kumho Venture). |
| Capacity: | 190 km/h top speed - 0-100 km/h acceleration in 10,0 s - fuel consumption (ECE) 8,9/5,5/6,8 l/100 km, CO2 emissions 178 g/km. |
| Mass: | empty vehicle 1.882 kg - permissible gross weight 2.510 kg. |
| External dimensions: | length 4.690 mm – width 1.880 mm – height 1.675 mm – wheelbase 2.700 mm – trunk 534–1.680 64 l – fuel tank XNUMX l. |
Our measurements
| T = 30 ° C / p = 1.016 mbar / rel. vl. = 27% / odometer status: 14.389 km | |
| Acceleration 0-100km: | 9,9s |
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| 402m from the city: | 17,1 years ( 130 km / h) |
| Maximum speed: | 190km / h (WE.) |
| test consumption: | 9,2 l / 100km |
| Braking distance at 100 km / h: | 40,3m |
| AM table: | 39m |
evaluation
The Santa Fe could be a little smaller than an SUV and a little (in terms of feel and performance) closer to a crossover, but even without that, it's a bargain.
We praise and reproach
open space
favorable combination of power and consumption
rich equipment
slightly wobbly chassis
minor ergonomic defects
