2011 Hyundai Santa Fe gives ample cargo room

The affordable 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe provides numerous features and gives ample cargo room. The spacious and comfortable cabin keeps family members happy while the effective V-8 engine provides this crossover with enough power to get going. For a midsize crossover the Santa Fe offers the features that most consumers find necessary while still keeping the reputation for affordability intact.

With the exception of giving the Infinity version a new 10 speaker sound system and trim line, there aren’t many changes to the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe when compared to the 2010 model. The 2010 models brought new engines, which improved the performance of the Santa Fe considerably. For consumers looking at the smaller crossovers to save a little money, this mid size option could actually be closer to the crossover you really prefer.

With three variable styles, the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe offers tilt steering, a telescoping steering column, heated mirrors, cruise control, rear seat air vents, seating for five, keyless entry, height adjusting driver seat, Bluetooth connectivity, 17 inch allow wheels, side rails for the roof, and privacy glass. The base model boasts six speakers attached to a sound system that offers CD, auxiliary audio, USB, and satellite radio.

The 2.4 liter, 175 horsepower engine provides 169 pounds of torque and powers the six speed manual transmission. With the standard front wheel drive the fuel efficiency is rated around 20 city miles per gallon and 28 highway miles per gallon. If you opt up to the SE model you’ll be equipped with a 3.5 liter V-6 engine that brings 276 horsepower and 248 pounds of torque. The automatic transmission is standard on this model and brings the fuel efficiency to 20 miles per gallon in the city and 26 miles per gallon on the highway. For the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe these numbers are definitely an improvement over some of the previous models and are reasonable for its class.

When given the 2010 crash test ratings the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe was provided with all 5 stars. It hit peak ratings for front impact crash tests and side impact crash tests. Stability control, front air bags, and side curtain airbags are standard on every model. As an additional safety option you can add the rearview camera.

For maximum cargo space the 78 cubic feet of storage can be highly beneficial. The interior design doesn’t provide a lot of special comfort when it comes to seating. The seat cushions for the driver seat are not high or long enough, causing many consumers to complain of loss of support and difficulty seeing out of the vehicle. The 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe does have a very comfortable second row of seating but it lacks the flexibility that is offered by reclining and sliding that you’ll find on other crossovers.

Naturally, the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is one of the crossovers that retain mid range popularity and offers a reasonable quality for the price. There are many optional features that will drive up the base price but can make the whole package a much more desirable crossover. With good safety ratings and reasonable fuel efficiency the Santa Fe illustrates exactly why the crossover has become so beloved.