HYUNDAI SANTA FE FROM $43,990

The Hyundai Santa Fe features seven seats in all models. The lineup opens with the 206kW 3.5-litre V6 petrol/eight-speed automatic/front-wheel-drive Active, at $43,990. Elite is $52,070 and Highlander is $58,630. The 147kW 2.2-litre turbodiesel/eight-speed automatic/all-wheel drive Active is $47,020. Elite 2.2 turbodiesel automatic is $55,100 and Highlander is $61,660. The 2.2 turbodiesel produces hefty outputs for its size, especially its impressive 440Nm of torque from 1750–2750rpm. The same engine is also used in the Kia Sorento. The Hyundai pulls easily from low revs, is exceptionally smooth and strong in the midrange and pulls hard across the top end to well past 4500rpm. Eco, Comfort, Sport and Smart (adaptive) drivetrain modes can be selected, and auto stop/start is fitted. The eight-speed automatic is a seamless fit with the engine, and shifts…

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Australian New Car Buyer (Digital) - 1 Issue, Issue #56 - December 2020

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