The 2012 Hyundai Veracruz remains essentially the same midsize SUV that was available in dealer showrooms in 2011, albeit with a new front grille and updated optional 18-inch alloy wheels, along with some options added to the Limited trim.
For 2012, four trims are available for the Hyundai Veracruz: the GLS and Limited, which can be configured either with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). All are equipped with a 260-hp 3.8-liter 24-valve DOHC V8 that runs on premium gasoline and achieves 257 lb-ft of torque paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission (with overdrive, Shiftronic and lock-up torque converter). GLS trims are rated to get 18 mpg city/21 highway, while the AWD Limited trims get 17/21.
Standard equipment for the GLS trims includes air conditioning (with rear seat controls), cruise control, power windows, power locks, heated power side mirrors (with turn signal indicator and approach lights), 8-way power driver seat (with power lumbar support), leather-wrapped steering wheel (with tilt-and-telescopic steering column), leather shift knob, 172-watt audio system (with 6 speakers, AM/FM/CD/MP3, Sirius XM radio with 3-month trial subscription and iPod/USB and auxiliary input jacks), roof rack side rails, automatic headlights, rear spoiler (with LED brake lights), fog lights and 17-inch alloy wheels.
The Limited also has as standard equipment dual front automatic temperature controls, a proximity key (with immobilizer), power tilt-and-slide sunroof, memory setting (for steering wheel, exterior mirrors and driver’s seat), leather seats, power driver's and front passenger seats, heated front and second-row seats, a 314-watt Infinity audio system (with 8 speakers, AM/FM/MP3/6-CD changer and external amplifier), auto-dimming inside rear-view mirror (with HomeLink integrated transceiver and compass) and 18-inch Hypersilver aluminum alloy wheels.
An available Premium Package option for the GLS includes sunroof, power tailgate, power tilt-and-telescopic steering column, heated front seats, windshield wiper deicer, and auto-dimming inside rear-view mirror. Individual options available for all trims include wheel locks, mud guards, tow hitch and Bluetooth HandsFree phone system.
All four trims of the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz come standard with several safety features. These include advanced dual front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, roof-mounted side-curtain airbags, energy-absorbing steering column, active front head restraints, tire pressure monitoring system, 4-wheel antilock braking system (with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist), electric stability control, traction control system and backup warning system.
Exterior color options for the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz are Shimmering Silver, Black Noir Pearl, Stone White, Marine Blue, Boulder Gray, Athens Blue and Sahara Bronze. For the GLS trims, Beige is available as the only interior color for Sahara Bronze; Gray is the only interior color available for Shimmering Silver, Boulder Gray and Athens Blue; and both are available for Black Noir Pearl, Stone White and Marine Blue. Saddle is an additional color available for the leather seats in the Limited trims that have Black Noir Pearl, Stone White or Sahara Bronze exterior.
Reviews about the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz’s handling and performance are generally upbeat, with many owners praising the Veracruz’s comfortable ride. Handling also receives numerous good marks, as many owners remarked how well the SUV drives even after several thousand miles have been put on it. The Veracruz’s smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission was generally favored, although some drivers note that the transmission has a reluctance to downshift at higher speeds.
With room for 7 passengers, the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz has the same amount of passenger space as competitors such as the Nissan Murano, Mazda CX-9 and Ford Edge. While the Veracruz’s fuel economy rates near the bottom of its class, Hyundai more than make up for it with the sticker price, which can be several thousand dollars below some competing SUVs, as well as Hyundai’s warranty, which covers the powertrain for 10 years or 100,000 miles.
Can I swap out the tires of a Hyundai Veracruz from 245/60/r18 to p245/65/r17. I have an old 08 GS Veracruz that I am junking but it has good tires on it where as the 12 Limited's tires are not as good. What would change with the change in aspect ratio and radial? Anything else I should know? Thanks for any help you an offer!
2012 Hyundai Veracruz Limited, Full size SUV is only showing under seach type Wagon and not under SUV/Crossover. Anyone know how to change this?
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 172 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: sunglasses holder · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: metallic · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Auto-dimming mirrors: rearview · Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · IPod auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 172 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Auto-dimming mirrors: rearview · Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: tilt/slide
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 605 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: 6 · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 314 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: 6 · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: metallic · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer