2011 Hyundai Veracruz

The 2011 Veracruz is a four-door, seven passenger SUV, available in four versions, ranging from the GLS to the Limited AWD.



After the introduction, the GLS is equipped with a standard 3.8-liter V6, 260 horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 22 mpg highway. Limited AWD is equipped with a standard 3.8-liter V6, 260-horsepower engine that achieves 16-mpg in the city and 21 mpg highway. 6-speed automatic overdrive is standard on both trim.



In 2011, Vera Cruz is a transfer from 2010.









Other SUVs to Consider

While the Veracruz is a good value, the Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia offers more comfortable seating and better performance at all, always can stomach the high prices.



If sticking to your budget is more important to you, take a look at the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot. Both have three rows of seats. The Highlander uses less fuel much better than the Veracruz and has a lower starting price. The pilot has three sets of LATCH Connect in the second row - a big plus for families with three children in car seats - and costs about the same as that of Vera Cruz. However, neither the Highlander or the driver matches the list guaranteed to Veracruz along with standard features and interior luxury.



Acceleration and Power

The Veracruz comes with a 3.8-liter V6 shared with the Azera sedan. The engine delivers 260 horsepower and 257 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, equipped with a manual shift mode.



Even if the engine has a lot of horses, some of the test driver to find it slow due to the heavy weight of Veracruz. According to the EPA, the Veracruz FWD 17/22 mpg achieve city / highway, while the AWD model for 16/21. Although these data seem to be bad when you compare them to a midsize SUV that seats seven, are actually pretty typical. Only the Toyota Highlander seats seven and gets significantly better fuel economy.



Exterior

Plunging curves and two-tone body define Vera Cruz, which emulates the style themes established by crossing other Hyundai Santa Fe Exterior features include:



* Standard 17-inch wheels

* Chrome Window and Grille

* Standard mirrors with integrated turn

* Standard rear parking sensors

* The optional moonroof

* Power liftgate option

* Optional 18-inch wheels



Interior

Seating arrangements Veracruz includes front bucket seats, a seat three people in the second row and a row of two in the third person. GLS models have cloth seats, but the Limited trim level gets leather. Blue backlight illuminates the instruments, controls the dashboard and cup holders. Interior features include:



* The second row can slide forward for easy access to the third row

* Third row seat folds into the floor

* Air conditioning controls for rear passengers

* The optional tilt / telescopic steering wheel (manual tilt / telescopic standards)

* Optional power supply

* The optional rear seat entertainment system



Under The Hood

The Veracruz's 3.8-liter V-6 found in a series of duty Hyundai Azera sedan including full size. The EPA estimated fuel economy drive front-wheel drive Veracruz are 17/23 mpg city / highway and four-wheel drive models are rated at 16/22 mpg. Mechanical features include:



* 260 horsepower, 257 lb-ft of torque

* V-6 runs on regular gas

* Six-speed automatic with manual override

* Optional all-wheel drive system includes a lock mode that splits torque 50/50, front to back, at low speed



Safety

Standard safety features include:



* Four disc brakes anti-lock brakes

* Electronic Stability Control

* Side airbags for front seats

* Side curtain airbags for all three rows

* Active headrests