Wednesday, August 08, 2012

Hyundai Santa Fe 2013 priced from $24,450 in US

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe begins its journey in US markets. The model that is launched as a five seater called Santa Fe Sport and a seven seater with extended wheel base is called Santa Fe. Both these models were earlier seen at the New York Auto Show in April 2012 and are designed using the technology called "Storm Edge" which hopes to emulate the natural shapes and contours created by nature during a storm.

2013 Santa Fe Sport is priced from $24,450 besides an additional $825 handling and destination charge. This model will have a 2.4 liter four cylinder engine with 190 hp and capable of doing 33 mph on highway, 23 mpg in city limits and 26 mpg combined. This model is also available with a 2.0 liter turbocharged four cylinder gas engine offering 264 hp and 269 lb/ft torque prices of this model start at $27,700. All models are equipped with 6 speed automatic transmission while for a premium of $1,750 buyers can avail of the AWD as well.

The Santa Fe Sport will possess 17" wheels, hill start assist, downhill brake control, driver's knee airbags, LED brakes, remote keyless entry besides power windows and doors, air conditioning and 6 speaker audio system.

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