Hyundai recently introduced the all-new 5-passenger 2013 Santa Fe in a Canadian debut at the Vancouver International Auto Show. The Canadian unveiling was held in conjunction with the global debut of not only the 5-passenger model, but also a three-row 7-passenger long wheelbase version at the New York International Auto Show.

The third generation of Hyundai’s popular Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) boasts an evolution of Hyundai’s now signature “Fluidic Sculpture” design language.

Under the elegant sheet metal lies a range of well-engineered technologies, premium features, and all the versatility expected of a CUV. Put together, these elements represent a new standard for the segment.

The expansion of the Santa Fe line-up to offer both a 5-passenger and 7-passenger version allows Hyundai to better tailor the vehicle to a wider range of potential customers. The 5-passenger Santa Fe will go on-sale in later summer, with the larger 7-passenger model following in early 2013. Santa Fe is one of Hyundai’s most successful nameplates, with cumulative sales of approximately 2.6 million units worldwide and in excess of 170,000 in Canada.

Hyundai Auto Canada, established in 1983 and headquartered in Markham, Ontario, is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout Canada by Hyundai Auto Canada and are sold and serviced through more than 200 dealerships nationwide.

 

HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2013 SANTA FE

 

Bold new “Fluidic Sculpture” design language

Intended to channel the strong, dynamic images created by nature

All four-cylinder engine lineup for the 5-passenger Santa Fe

Theta II 2.4-litre Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine

190 horsepower (estimated) with improved fuel economy and acceleration

High-output Theta II 2.0-litre turbocharged GDI engine

264 horsepower (estimated) with excellent fuel economy and performance

New Lambda II 3.3-litre GDI V6 for the 7-passenger Santa Fe 290 horsepower (estimated)

In-house 6-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC® manual mode

Driver Selectable Steering Mode (DSSM) system

Advanced All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system with Torque Vectoring Cornering Control (TVCC)

Full range of sophisticated safety equipment

Seven airbags including driver’s knee airbag

VSM, ESC, TCS, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist

Downhill Brake Control (DBC) and Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

New Blindspot Detection System (BDS) for 7-passenger Santa Fe

Sliding second row seating with 40:20:40 folding seat back

Heated steering wheel, heated front and rear seats

Panoramic sunroof

Rear-view camera with rear park assist sensors

Third-generation navigation and audio multimedia systems with available eight-inch touch-screen display.