Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai Santa Fe
Power
173HP
Torque
250Nm
Consumption
11.2l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
11.6s
Top Speed
182km/h
Weight
1681kg
Price
24,641€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 4v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
690 L
65 L
127 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai Santa Fe 2.7 GLS · 173 CV (2001)
General description
The 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe was not just a car; it was a statement of intent. With it, the Korean brand fully entered the competitive SUV segment, offering a spacious vehicle with a robust 2.7-liter V6 engine and all-wheel drive, all wrapped in a design that left no one indifferent. It represented the opportunity for many families to access a versatile and appealing SUV without the expense of its Japanese or European rivals.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Santa Fe conveys a sense of tranquility and calm power. Its 173 hp V6 engine pushes with linear smoothness, without any abruptness, ideal for long road trips. The 4-speed automatic transmission prioritizes comfort over speed, making shifts almost imperceptible. The comfort-oriented suspension filters out road irregularities very well, although it causes noticeable body roll in corners. It's not a car for thrill-seekers, but a faithful companion that carries you with safety and poise thanks to its all-wheel drive, especially when the weather gets complicated.
Design and aesthetics
Its design was, and still is, its most characteristic feature. In the early 2000s, its rounded and muscular shapes, with those bulging headlights and flared wheel arches, broke with the boxy aesthetics of the time. It was a bold, almost organic design that generated either love or hate, but undoubtedly gave it a unique personality. Inside, space is king. A spacious and functional cabin, with hard but durable plastics, designed for family life and with a gigantic 690-liter trunk that seems bottomless.
Technology and features
For its time, the Santa Fe 2.7 GLS was well-equipped. Its technological heart was the V6 engine with an aluminum block and cylinder head, a sophisticated piece of engineering for its price. The permanent all-wheel-drive system was its great argument for safety and versatility. Beyond the mechanics, it offered comfort features like climate control, power windows, and a decent sound system. Don't expect touch screens or modern driving aids; it's an analog car, where technology focused on providing a reliable and solvent mechanical base.
Competition
It arrived to compete in a market dominated by titans like the Toyota RAV4 and the Honda CR-V. These Japanese models were the benchmark for reliability and dynamic behavior. The Santa Fe played its cards smartly: it offered a more powerful V6 engine than its rivals' four-cylinder options, more generous standard equipment, and, above all, a considerably lower price. It was the logical alternative for those looking for more car for their money.
Conclusion
The first-generation Hyundai Santa Fe is much more than an old SUV; it is the pillar on which Hyundai built its current reputation. It was an honest, incredibly practical, and brave vehicle. It offered the smoothness of a V6, the security of all-wheel drive, and a formidable interior space at a groundbreaking price. Although its dynamics were not captivating, its reliability and acquisition cost made it a masterstroke purchase for thousands of families, proving that a great car didn't have to wear a premium badge.