Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Hyundai Veracruz
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE and Hyundai Veracruz contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Hyundai SANTA FE and the Hyundai Veracruz.
In comparing the Hyundai SANTA FE's and the Hyundai Veracruz's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Hyundai Veracruz has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE's and the Hyundai Veracruz's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai Veracruz is a better car than the Hyundai SANTA FE.
Pricing: A used 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $5,499 to $14,271 while a used 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is priced between $4,990 to $15,982.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Hyundai Veracruz base engine makes 260 horsepower. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. The Veracruz is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 453 miles. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai Veracruz. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Hyundai Veracruz has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Hyundai SANTA FE, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The Hyundai SANTA FE and Hyundai Veracruz are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Hyundai SANTA FE has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,225
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,219
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$18,995 - $32,835
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$28,345
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,325
Price Range:
$5,499 - $14,271
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$11,614
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$7,775 - $18,747
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
103
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
127,542
# Good or Great Deals:
37
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,806
Price Range:
$4,990 - $15,982
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
12
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
142,615
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai Veracruz Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai SANTA FE
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai Veracruz
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.4 - 15.9
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
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50 out of / 67Hyundai Veracruz Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
GLS, Limited, SE
Hyundai Veracruz Trim Levels
GLS, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
2 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
169 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
257 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 453 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Cargo Space:
34.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
78.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
142.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
86.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
164.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3725 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
67.9 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4266 lbs
Width:
76.6 inches
Height:
71.1 inches
Length:
190.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Twilight Black
Blue
Pacific Blue Pearl
Gold
Cabo Bronze
Gray
Mineral Gray
Green
Black Forest Green
Red
Sierra Red
Silver
Moonstone Silver
White
Frost White Pearl / Glacier White
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Noir Pearl
Blue
Athens Blue / Marine Blue
Gold
Not available
Gray
Boulder Gray
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Shimmering Silver
White
Stone White
Brown
Sahara Bronze
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Gray
Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Gray
Gray
