2012
Hyundai SANTA FE
Starts at:
$30,925
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Not Priced21 mi away
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32 mi away
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Notable features
Four-cylinder or V-6
FWD or AWD
USB stereo input standard
Bluetooth connectivity standard
The good & the bad
The good
Acceleration
Gas mileage
Modern styling
Steering-wheel audio controls
Stick shift available
The bad
No third-row seat
Available cars near you
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Not Priced21 mi away
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32 mi away
Safety review
Based on the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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3/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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1/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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4/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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4/5
- Overall side crash rating
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2/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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2/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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1/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
16.9%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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1/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
16.9%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Age / mileage
Less than 80,000 miles; less than 7 years old (currently MY18- MY24)
Basic
Remainder of the 5-Year / 60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty. From original in-service date and zero (0) miles.
Dealer certification
173-point inspection
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Toyota,Honda= overrated
These things will run forever! Just do your normal maintainence.Honda ,Toyota are overrated and over priced. 24 mpg in 2.4 engine.It won't disappoint! Smooth highway ride One of the quietest engines out there. Hyundai covered all recalls without a problem.
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
Honda n Toyota >>> move over.
All you hear is Honda, Toyota..Hyundai's get 300k miles too.Just do the maintenance and keep up and it won't fail you. Nice ride,just cheap plastics.
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE?
The 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE is available in 3 trim levels:
- GLS (4 styles)
- Limited (3 styles)
- SE (2 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE?
The 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE?
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Is the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE reliable?
The 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE owners.
Is the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE a good SUV?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE. 84.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.6
- Interior: 4.5
- Performance: 4.4
- Value: 4.4
- Exterior: 4.5
- Reliability: 4.4
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