2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited V6 Trim Overview

Need a few more ponies in that flagship 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe? Check out the 2012 Santa Fe Limited V6. This 5-passenger compact crossover boasts a standard 3.6-liter V6 powerplant that mates with the ubiquitous 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission for 276 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. With the available tow hitch and wiring, the front-wheel-drive (FWD) Limited V6 can haul up to 3,500 pounds of trailer, while variable valve timing (VVT) keeps mileage at a respectable 20 mpg city/26 highway.

As the high-end trim of Hyundai’s Santa Fe lineup, the Limited V6 boasts 18-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler and roof rack, a power sunroof and heated power-adjustable mirrors outside, with leather upholstery, simulated wood accents and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter knob adorning the inside. Additionally, this capable-yet-posh crossover sports a power-adjustable driver’s seat, remote power door locks and power windows, not to mention cruise control and telescoping tilt-wheel steering. The standard universal remote garage door opener is a nice touch, as is the dual-zone automatic climate control. Further techno-goodies include a 605-watt audio system with MP3-capable 6-CD changer, 10 speakers 7.1 Surround Sound, satellite radio and a USB port, not to mention standard Bluetooth hands-free communications. On a more pragmatic note, over 78 cubic feet of cargo space is available to Limited owners when the rear seats are folded.

Anyhow, options for this top-shelf trim run from remote engine start to carpeted floor mats, some added exterior trim to various cargo management tools. And then, there’s the available navigation suite featuring hard-drive-based navigation, a 6.5-inch display and a rear-view camera.

Standard safety features aboard the 2012 Santa Fe Limited V6 include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags and active front headrests. Front fog/driving lights, meanwhile, and a remote antitheft alarm top off the list of notable safety equipment.