Hyundai Santa Fe second generation
The Hyundai Santa Fe second generation (2007–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 41 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: CM
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,660 mm RDW | 4,680 mm TC | 4,675 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm RDW | 1,890 mm TC | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,680–1,730 mm RDW | 1,800 mm TC | 1,725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm RDW | 2,700 mm TC | 2,700 mm |
| Front track | 1,615–1,633 mm ASTRA | 1,620 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,620–1,644 mm ASTRA | 1,620 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,625–1,795 kg RDW | 1,672–1,868 kg TC | 1,720–1,905 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,725–1,895 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,240–2,520 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5–7 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 176–190 km/h RDW | – | 187–203 km/h |
| Torque | 226–436 Nm ASTRA | – | 242–400 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/60R18, 235/65R17
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012: ★★★☆☆
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 64.8% (64.1–65.5) | 77.9% | 17,649 |
| 13 years and older | 62.3% (61.6–63.1) | 69.2% | 16,598 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 49.0% | 34.2% |
| Brakes | 41.7% | 31.8% |
| Lights and electrics | 34.1% | 23.0% |
| Tyres | 33.3% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 19.7% | 12.9% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 10.0% | 10.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
2,375 complaints for model years 2007–2012. 119 crashes · 51 fires · 93 injuries · 7 deaths
- Fuel system 536
- Engine 512
- Electrical system 303
- Speed control 240
- Transmission and drivetrain 196
- Airbags 181
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 41 versions of the Hyundai Santa Fe second generation
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European Union 13 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 | 2.2 L | 145 kW (197 PS) | Diesel | 184–185 g/km | 39,191 |
| 2011–2012 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 171–172 g/km | 2,431 |
| 2010–2012 | – | – | Diesel | 185–202 g/km | 346 |
| 2011–2012 | 2.4 L | 128 kW (174 PS) | Petrol | 208 g/km | 725 |
| 2012 | 2.4 L | 141 kW (192 PS) | Petrol | 206 g/km | 68 |
| 2011 | 2.2 L | 114 kW (155 PS) | Diesel | 207 g/km | 170 |
| 2011 | 2.7 L | 139 kW (189 PS) | Petrol | 246 g/km | 10 |
| 2010 | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 186 g/km | 17,676 |
| 2010 | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 200 g/km | 5,680 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | Diesel | 171 g/km | 642 |
| 2010 | 2.4 L | – | Petrol | 208 g/km | 640 |
| 2010 | 2.7 L | – | Petrol | 249 g/km | 264 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 199 g/km | 216 |
United Kingdom 6 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–20122.2l CRDi (5 & 7 Seat) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 176 g/km |
| 2010–20122.2l CRDi (5 Seat) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 7.2 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 2010–20122.2l CRDi (7 Seat) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 197 g/km |
| 2007–20092.2l CRTD (5 Seat) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 212 g/km |
| 2007–20092.2l CRTD (7 Seat) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 218 g/km |
| 2007–20092.2l CRTD (5 & 7 Seat) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.2–7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 190–191 g/km |
France 2 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012SANTA FE 2.2 CRDi (197ch) 4WD PACK Premium / Premium Limited BVA 7PL | – | 145 kW (197 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 197 g/km |
| 2012SANTA FE 2.2 CRDi (197ch) 4WD PACK Premium / Premium Limited 7PL | – | 145 kW (197 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 176 g/km |
United States 14 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2012 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 2010–2012 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 2010–2012 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 2010–2012 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 2010–2012 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 2008–20092MODE CLKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2007–2009V6, 2MODE CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2007–2009V6 | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2008–2009 | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2007–2009V6, 2MODE CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP | 3.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2007–2009V6, CMODE CLKUP · CMODE CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP | 3.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2007V6, 2MODE CLKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2007V6 | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2007V6, 2MODE CLKUP | 3.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
Canada 6 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2012Sport utility vehicle | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 10.2–10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–251 g/km |
| 2010–2012Sport utility vehicle | 2.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.7–11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246–253 g/km |
| 2010–2012Sport utility vehicle | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 10.4–10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 239–246 g/km |
| 2007–2009Sport utility vehicle | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265 g/km |
| 2007–2009Sport utility vehicle | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.9–12.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 274–276 g/km |
| 2007–2009Sport utility vehicle | 3.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.0–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 276–290 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.