Tuesday, September 17, 2013

2014 Honda Pilot – the Most Fuel Efficient Eight-passenger SUV

2014 Honda Pilot – the Most Fuel Efficient Eight-passenger SUV, and Still the Ultimate Family Adventure Vehicle

Honda's award-winning Family SUV has a 25-MPG fuel economy rating (2WD), three-row, eight-passenger seating, a 4500-lb towing capacity (4WD) and a top safety rating

2014 Honda PilotDesigned as the “Ultimate Family Adventure Vehicle” and boasting the highest EPA-rated fuel economy any eight-passenger family SUV, the award-winning Honda Pilot is back for 2014 and goes on sale today with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starting at $29,6701. The Pilot combines an EPA-rated highway fuel economy2 of 25 mpg (2WD models), a high degree of practicality with its versatile and functional cabin, a choice of 2- or 4-wheel drive, and up to 4,500 pounds towing capability3 (4WD models), and a fun-to-drive character. Together with Honda’s trademark quality, safety and low cost of ownership, the 2014 Pilot is an ideal transportation solution for families with varied and active lifestyles.
The 2014 Pilot is available in four trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L (leather) and Touring. A Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™4 and a Rear Entertainment System are available on the EX-L model and standard on the Touring model. The Pilot is powered by a refined 250-horsepower5 3.5-liter i-VTEC V-6 engine, and is available in both 2- and 4-wheel-drive configurations. View, build and price a 2014 Honda Pilot athttp://automobiles.honda.com/pilot. 

TRIMMSRP1EPA Fuel Economy2

(city/highway/combined)
Pilot LX 2WD$29,67018/25/21
Pilot EX 2WD$31,92018/25/21
Pilot EX-L 2WD with RES$36,77018/25/21
Pilot EX-L 2WD with Navi$37,17018/25/21
Pilot Touring 2WD with RES and Navi$39,82018/25/21
Pilot LX 4WD$31,27017/24/20
Pilot EX 4WD$33,52017/24/20
Pilot EX-L 4WD$36,77017/24/20
Pilot EX-L 4WD with RES$38,37017/24/20
Pilot EX-L 4WD with Navi$38,77017/24/20
Pilot Touring 4WD with RES and Navi$41,42017/24/20
Fuel-Efficient V-6 Power
The Pilot’s advanced 24-valve all-aluminum V-6 engine offers numerous friction-reduction technologies, “intelligent” Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control® (i-VTEC®) and Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM™). The VCM system allows the V-6 engine to operate in 6-cylinder mode for maximum power and in either 4-cylinder or 3-cylinder mode for increased efficiency. The Pilot’s EPA fuel economy2 ratings give the 2014 Pilot 2WD the highest fuel economy rating of any eight-passenger SUV and the Pilot 4WD the highest fuel economy rating (highway) for any mid-size 4WD SUV. In addition, the Pilot meets the stringent ULEV-2 (Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle)6 emissions rating of the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
A standard 5-speed automatic transmission features Grade Logic Control to help maintain the most appropriate gear when climbing or descending steep grades, helping minimize gear “hunting.” The available Variable Torque Management® (VTM-4®) system on Pilot 4WD models adds fully automatic 4-wheel-drive capability, and features a “lock mode” that can deliver the maximum-possible torque transfer to the rear wheels to aid extraction from extremely low traction or stuck conditions.
Functional Exterior Styling
Bold and expressive, practical and elegant, the 2014 Pilot presents its own unique blend of function and style. The Pilot’s grille and front fascia feature a distinctive 3-bar horizontal design, while multi-reflector halogen headlights and integrated turn signals contribute to the premium look. Pilot LX models are equipped with 17-inch styled-steel wheels, while Pilot EX and above models have 5-spoke, 18-inch aluminum wheels. Touring models feature an exclusive 6-spoke alloy wheel design with a high-contrast machined surface.
Eighteen cubic-feet of cargo space behind the third row seats matches or exceeds the trunk space of a typical large sedan. For maximum cargo space, the second and third rows fold flat to provide 87.0 cubic-feet of total cargo space and sufficient width for carrying 4-foot-wide items such a sheets of plywood or drywall. The cargo area also has a hidden storage well that provides 2.8 cubic-feet of additional space. The tailgate (power operated on EX-L and Touring models) features a lift-up glass hatch for convenient access to the rearmost cargo area.
Comprehensive Interior Features
Sophisticated design, high-quality materials, advanced electronic features, and low noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for passengers in all three rows. The roomy accommodations include 16 different seating configurations for the 60/40 split-folding second- and third-row seats.
All Pilot models come equipped with a high-resolution 8-inch intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) with rearview camera display (multi-angle on EX-L Navi and Touring), iPod album artwork display, and user-loadable wallpaper function, Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink®Bluetooth® Audio, USB connection and automatic climate controls. The Pilot EX and EX-L models include a 2GB CD Library (CD-L), while Pilot EX and above models also include a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and tri-zone automatic climate control.
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The available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation 4 offers 60 GB of total system memory (including 15 GB allocated for user media) and voice recognition for three languages. Its hard drive can store thousands of minutes of music, which is accessible by simple voice commands using the Song By Voice™ feature. And the free FM Traffic feature provides continuous updates on traffic and incidents.
System™
Responsive and Refined Chassis

The Pilot’s rigid body structure and fully independent suspension –with MacPherson strut front and multi-link with trailing arm rear – provides the foundation for its  responsive, comfortable and stable ride and handling. The 67.7-inch front/67.5-inch rear track improves cornering capability while the 109.2-inch wheelbase facilitates a smooth ride; and a tight turning diameter of 37.9 feet aids maneuverability in tight parking situations.
Numerous advanced chassis features and components directly benefit fuel efficiency, including a variable-displacement power steering pump, low-rolling-resistance tires, and low-drag front ventilated and rear disc brakes. Finely tuned aerodynamics, aerodynamic front strakes, splash shields and inner fenders, and minimal frontal area also contribute to overall fuel efficiency.
Comprehensive Safety
Utilizing Honda’s unique Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, the 2013 Pilot was rated as a "TOP SAFETY PICK by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The ACE body helps reduce the amount of crash energy reaching the passenger compartment in a frontal collision and can enhance frontal collision compatibility with vehicles of different sizes and ride heights.
Active safety features, including anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), are standard on all models. Passive safety features include 3-row side curtain airbags with a rollover sensor, driver’s and front passenger’s front and side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), and active front head restraints.
Developed and Manufactured in America
The Pilot is produced by Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC, in Lincoln, Alabama7. The Pilot was designed, developed and engineered in the U.S. by Honda R&D Americas, Inc. at its R&D centers in Raymond, Ohio, and Torrance, California.
For More Information
Consumer information is available at http://automobiles.honda.com/pilotTo join the Pilot community on Facebook, visit https://www.facebook.com/hondapilot. Additional media information including detailed pricing features and high-resolution photography of the 2014 Honda Pilot is available at http://hondanews.com/channels/honda-automobiles-pilot.
1MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $830.00 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.

2Based on 2014 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

3Maximum towing capacity for 4WD models is 4,500 lbs. Premium unleaded fuel is recommended when towing above 3,500 lbs. Maximum towing capacity for 2WD models is 2,000 lbs. Towing requires the addition of the Honda accessory towing kit, trailer harness and hitch ball. Trailer harness is standard on Touring models. Please see your Honda dealer for details.

4The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ is available on EX-L models and standard on Touring models in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. (FM Traffic service only available in the United States, except Alaska). Please see your Honda dealer for details.

5250 horsepower @ 5,700 rpm (SAE net).

6ULEV-2 (Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle) models as certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

7Using domestic and globally sourced parts.
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Monday, November 12, 2012

Revealed the New 2013 Honda Civic.. Order yours now for Delivery in December!


2013 Honda Civic to Debut at Los Angeles Auto Show

With More Youthful and Premium Styling

2013 Civic styling honed to make the segment’s best-selling car even better

TORRANCE, Calif., Nov., 12, 2012 – Honda today revealed the first look
at the much-anticipated 2013 Honda Civic Sedan, in advance of its debut at the
2012 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 29. The refined styling of the 2013
Civic Sedan will encompass a host of safety, feature, comfort, chassis and interior styling
enhancements that will further define the top-selling Civic as the best car in the
compact class. We hope to see some arrive at our Underriner Honda Dealership around the end of November, beginning of December. In the meantime, we have amazing deals on the 2012 Civics. See our previous blog post for 2012 Model Specials.


The more upscale and premium styling of the 2013 Civic Sedan’s front
end includes a new open-mouth lower bumper with a horizontal chrome accent
and a sportier, black honeycomb mesh grille, anchored by new integrated fog
lights on upper trims. The grille is flanked by new clear-lens corner lights to
provide a more premium look. The 2013 Civic’s more sculpted front end flows
into a new, more deeply faceted hood, complemented by a collection of sharp
new wheel designs.

In back, a new rear bumper design and new rear trunk lid are capped by a
clean, horizontal chrome trim piece. The all-new design of the jewel-like taillights
now carries into the trunk face, providing a more finished and upscale look. The
rear bumper features integrated reflector treatments and a new lower diffuser
panel finished with a honeycomb mesh vent.

“The 2013 Honda Civic exterior refinements infuse Civic with a more
youthful, premium style. Coupling these with additional changes beneath will
ensure that Civic maintains its top-ranked status,” said Vicki Poponi, assistant
vice president of product planning for American Honda.
Heading into 2013 with styling and content additions, the Civic’s fun-todrive
nature and core attributes of safety, spaciousness and fuel efficiency
remain intact. As the compact segment’s retail sales leader, the Honda Civic
continues as the benchmark for consumers looking for the smart purchase in a
very competitive segment.

Watch here for more details as they surface. Pre Order yours with a $500 deposit - Call Jon Scott eCommerce Manager at Underriner Honda on 406 255-2392

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

I Kissed a Hybrid and I liked it!!!

What is Hypermiling? Be careful - it can be strangely addictive and thoroughly rewarding! 

Have you driven a Hybrid? You might think they are all the same but nothing is farther from the truth!

II had been looking at the cost of gas earlier this year and decided to stop using my old truck, which I need to get hay, to get to work which was getting 10mpg and bought an old Subaru outback with 235k miles for $1000, in order to save money on the 12 mile trip to work. 

I did my calculations and the 120 miles per week just to get to work cost me $200.20. The Outback wagon is rated at 18 City/24 hwy. I live on the far west end of town and have to commute into and through the center of downtown Billings. Plugging these figures into my spreadsheet showed I should get an average of about 20.10 MPG. So using these figures, my cost of gas would be $99.60 for a saving of $100.60 in gas. Great I thought - It will pay for itself in 10 months, just on my work commute alone! 

That was 8 months ago and it held true. I never thought about trying to get more Mpg from the Subaru, it was twice as economical as my truck so I was happy driving it the way I have driven any car... until I decided to take a Honda Insight Hybrid for a week to get me to and from work and on occasion to the ranch where we keep some of our horse. Having been a car enthusiast my whole life, owning muscle cars, drag cars, hot rods, autobahn high speed Beemers, Audis and Porsches, it was hard to think that a lowly Honda Insight hybrid could garner any excitement for me at all, but I wanted to learn more about what we sell and this got my attention.

Hypermiling competition:
The Maximum Fuel Economy contest was held in Elkhart, Indiana, where "world records" for the Honda Insight (213 miles per US gallon (1.10 L/100 km; 256 mpg-imp) round trip), Toyota Prius (136 miles per US gallon (1.73 L/100 km; 163 mpg-imp) round trip) and the Ford Escape Hybrid(76 miles per US gallon (3.1 L/100 km; 91 mpg-imp) mpg round trip) were set.
2010 Honda Insight Hybrid

The Insight is a 2010 model, 10k miles and used as a service loaner for our Underriner Honda Dealership. First thing I did was to look up the MPG history which told me that for 10k miles the Insight had managed to average a very respectable 44.8 MPG in the hands of many different people using it as basic transportation. EPA says 41 City/ 43 Hwy so it was already an over achiever! It utilizes IMA Technology. 


I set the B trip meter and proceeded to try and drive it as economically as possible. I googled "Hypermiling" and found many tips on how to drive in a "Greener" way. Now, I am by no means a tree hugger, and am just out to see how much I can save on gas, but I do like the idea that I  could now rectify many years of lead foot poisoning of our planet with 900hp Wheel standing Camaros and doing my part in giving back to Mother Earth! The results were not only amazing but very satisfying too. I could report on how i had done on the way into to work to my colleagues and let them know that I was averaging around 60 MPG on my commute! almost 50% better than EPA says I should get! The fun of it is you can keep learning tricks to improve the economy - I just rest the trip A meter and am currently at 33 miles and 63.8 MPG! This is exciting in a way I never expected! It is like an "Anti Hot-Rod"

The trick is learning how to be efficient with momentum... If an ant crawled on my throttle when I left home, he would probably be alive when I got to work - you have to be super light on the throttle. I could impress my wfe by telling her I actually got to overtake someone today... and after she had ridden with me, she asked, "Was it a pedestrian!" LOL! Yes, the fields are passing by slower, the drive is quiet, yet I still get up to about 60 mph on the 3 mile stretch along King Ave, but it is no longer as soon as I get past the 45 mph zone, more like a mile past it before my light foot has been able to ease up the speed.

The car teaches you... It has so many tools to show you if you are driving in the most economical way possible. It has the now famous Econ Button which activates EcoAssist, that the guy in the Honda ad is wanting on a competitors car. The Speedometer is placed in a rise in the dash and is visible above the steering wheel. It has a Green through Blue background to it, Green means you are driving efficiently, Blue means you are a lead foot and Teal is in between and let's you know you are neither! 
The main trick to getting such great economy is the instant MPG gauge which shows a bar graph with 0 - 50 - 100 mpg scale and each bar is 5mpg. You can pulse the throttle very gently to kick in the electric motor assist once you have reached you cruising speed and get stretches where the bars are all the way to the right on the 100MPG marker. Once the engine is warmed up, the Auto stop will activate any time you come to a stop, strange the first time it happens! It is so quiet if the radio is not on! 

Here is an image from my first couple of trips where I averaged 57.5 mpg over 42 miles with a peak of over 62mpg. 1 is too work, 2 is returning home and 3 is to work again. As you can see,  I found that the mornings are less economical than the evening return due to the car being cold from startup and standing overnight. Running A/C is a drain on the motors so I usually have it turned off or just turn it on to cool the cabin down a little then off again. I roll down the window in town where it doesn't affect the aerodynamics, but in the heat of the summer this year, I would forego MPG for comfort and that A/C would be cranked up!


Photo: What am I driving? Photo: What am I driving?

I reset the trip again a couple of days ago and so far have 33 miles and 63.8 MPG!



Honda ECO ASSIST System (extract from wikipedia)

The new Insight is the first Honda hybrid to feature their Ecological Drive Assist System (ECO ASSIST). This system is designed to help the driver develop and maintain a fuel-efficient driving style. The system monitors and displays the positive or negative effect of a driving style on the vehicle’s fuel economy.
As a visual aid, the background of the Insight’s digital speedometer glows green when the car is being driven in an efficient manner. Somewhat less-efficient driving makes the meter glow blue-green. Aggressive starts and stops that consume extra fuel make the meter glow blue. By observing the color shift of the speedometer background, the driver receives assistance in developing driving habits that typically enhance fuel economy.
In addition, ECO ASSIST includes a dedicated ECON button that enables the driver to initiate a range of functions that increase the fuel economy of the IMA system via a single button press. In ECON mode, the driver trades off a measure of performance for enhanced fuel economy but gains the following advantages:
  • Increases the potential for engaging the Idle Stop feature sooner
  • Operates air conditioning more in recirculation mode
  • Reduces automatic climate control blower fan speed
  • Optimizes throttle angle input and CVT operation
  • Limits power and torque by approximately 4 percent (full responsiveness is provided at wide-open-throttle)
Overall, ECO ASSIST is designed to assist the driver in adopting a balanced approach between efficient highway commuting and efficient city driving. However, the EPA found during fuel economy testing that using the ECO ASSIST mode "registered no effect" on its fuel economy rating. "It relaxes throttle response, so the test driver simply compensates with additional throttle to achieve the required speeds."


Now, I have a lot to learn before I could even imagine being able to challenge that 216 MPG world record that the Honda Insight set, but it is certainly fun to see how I can improve... This is the same mentality that first attracted me to racing... and a lot cheaper! 


2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
2014 Honda Accord Plug -in Hybrid

I chose the Honda Insight because it was more practical than the similar IMA equipped Honda Civic Hybrid and sportier CR-Z. I would love a new Accord Hybrid or Hyundai Sonata hybrid, (if only they would make a wagon) both of which have the new Lithium Ion Battery technology instead of the Nickel Metal Hydride of the earlier Hybrids, but finance cost was a major concern too. If I need to carry skis I can fold the 60/40 split seats, my large Leonberger dogs can lie down in it, (a rear sunroof would be needed for them to be able to stand up - the male is 32 inches tall!) and it is comfortable to drive.

I am pretty sure that even during the cold of winter where MPG typically drops 10-20% on all vehicles, I should be able to average above the EPA estimates and feel that a minimum of 50MPG is entirely achievable by anyone who is interested in driving efficiently. Can I drive slow and efficiently always, I very much doubt it, but I have learned that you can use these techniques in any car and improve your MPG 10-30% with ease.

Are you an iPhone user? If so, you are in luck as there is an app for Hypermiling! $5.99 at the iTunes app store. You can use this in any vehicle to increase your economy.

http://hunter.pairsite.com/greenmeter/


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"greenMeter" is an app for the iPhone and iPod Touch that computes your vehicle's power and fuel usage characteristics and evaluates your driving to increase efficiency, reduce fuel consumption and cost, and lower your environmental impact. Results are displayed in real time, while driving, to give instantaneous feedback. 

Though it's most effective on the road, you can learn from greenMeter even before you get in the car. By tipping the device forward and backward to simulate acceleration, you can see the effects of acceleration, aerodynamic drag, and rolling resistance across the speed range. Then implement this knowledge on the road, by choosing an efficient cruising speed and using the built-in eco-driving displays to moderate acceleration while you drive. 

If you're into hypermiling or eco-driving, want to make your transportation more efficient, or are simply interested in maintaining a green lifestyle, give greenMeter a try! The software can pay for itself within 1-2 tanks of gas.


5 more iPhone apps:


MPGAccuFuel: Tracks mileage and spits out slick graphs and quick comparisons of performance. Hypermilers, enjoy. Made by Appigo. 99 cents. Update: Developer Appigo has renamed this app “AccuFuel.”
FuelGage: Same functionality as MPG but no graphs. Tracks multiple vehicles and trip totals, good for splitting gas costs. Made by Joseph Kueser. 99 cents
GasHog: A less slick-looking MPG. No graphs.
99 cents
CarStat: Even less powerful and less slick MPG. This one does, however, track fuel costs and multiple cars but charges you a dollar more. Made by Stephen Blessing. $1.99
WHERE: GPS and GasBuddy work together to get you gas prices from the nearest stations. Made by uLocate CommunicationsFree.



Every story has a happy ending!

I guess the question is, was I impressed with the Insight? Well, I had better stop taking cars home to try as I caught the hypermiling bug and pulled the trigger on this one... The answer s YES! It is now mine!!!

Author 
Jon Scott
Underriner Motors
eCommerce Manager
406 255-2392



 

Here is an excerpt from Wikipedia
Integrated Motor Assist (commonly abbreviated as IMA) is Honda's hybrid car technology, introduced in 1999 on the Insight.
It is a specific implementation of a parallel hybrid. It uses an electric motor mounted between the internal combustion engine and transmission to act as a starter motorengine balancer, and assist traction motor. In its first generation, IMA could not power the car on electricity alone, and could only use the motor to assist or start the engine. The 2006 Civic Hybrid, however, can activate the electric motor while the vehicle is coasting without turning the internal combustion engine on, though in contrast to Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD) or General Motors and DaimlerChrysler's Global Hybrid Cooperation, the IMA has a less powerful motor/generator which allows the car to slow or stop its rate of deceleration to a lesser extent; it cannot operate without turning over the engine which is directly coupled to its electric motor.
The theory behind IMA is to use regenerative braking to recapture some of the energy lost through deceleration, and reuse that energy later on to help accelerate the vehicle. This has two effects: it increases the rate of acceleration, and it reduces the work required of the petrol engine. The acceleration boost is important as it allows the engine to be scaled down to a smaller but more fuel-efficient variant without rendering the vehicle overly slow or weak. This smaller engine is the primary reason cars equipped with IMA get better highway mileage than their more conventional counterparts.
Additionally, vehicles equipped with IMA can shut off their engine when the vehicle stops and use the electric motor to rapidly spin it back up when the driver releases the brake pedal. They also have a conventional starter as a backup, making it the only production hybrid system which can operate with its high voltage electric system disabled, using only its engine like a traditional vehicle. However, since the IMA also acts as the vehicle's alternator, eventually the 12 volt accessory battery would require an external charge.




Features and Benefits of New Insight
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The All New 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe - 2 Models - 3 engines


The widely anticipated new Santa Fe has proven to be a viable contender to the Class leading Honda CR-V. This car oozes quality and features the new "Storm Edge" version of their now familiar Fluidic sculpture Design Language. 

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Front  photo
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport

The Crossover will be available in the short wheelbase with 2 powerplant choices shared with the Sonata. 

  • The 2.4L 4 cyl producing 190HP and 181ft-lbs torque. 2WD models return EPA est 23/33MPG City/Highway with the AWD model slightly less at 21/28 City/Hwy. 3500lbs towing capacity.
  • The Sport 2.0T Model receives the 2.0 liter Turbocharged Inline 4 cyl producing a whopping 264HP and 269ft-lbs Torque Fuel economy is estimated by EPA at 23/31 MPG City/Hwy for the FWD & 20/27 MPG city/Hwy for the AWD model. 3500lbs towing capacity.
  • A Longer wheelbase (8.5 " longer) model gets the Azera powerplant - a 3.3L V6 producing 290HP. EPA Est 19/26 mpg city/hwy is expected for both versions.ALL-NEW 2013 HYUNDAI LWB SANTA FE


All engines transmit the power through a six-speed automatic transmission. Front wheel drive is standard but here in Montana 99% of all of our orders will be for the torque vectoring All Wheel Drive versions.
As of writing this blog, we have the short wheelbase in stock in both 2.4L AWD and 2.0L Turbo AWD.
 Click here for a link to our inventory
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Mt Lead  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Side  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Rear Hatch  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Rear

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Interior  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Interior 2  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Rear Interior  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Cockpit 2
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Air Vent  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Center Console  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Front Three Quarters 3  2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Rear Three Quarter 2


TWO ALL-NEW 2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE MODELS MAKE WORLD DEBUTS AT 2012NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

All-New Santa Fe Lineup Defies the Status Quo and Reinvents the CUV Landscape with “Fluidic Sculpture” Design, Sophisticated Engineering and Efficient Powertrains

First Non-Luxury CUV with Torque-Vectoring Cornering Control and Driver Selectable Steering for Outstanding Driving Dynamics

NEW YORK, April 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Designed to delight shoppers and defy convention, two all-new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe models make their world debut today at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. The third-generation Santa Fe crossover family introduces the two-row, five-passenger Santa Fe Sport and the long wheelbase (LWB) three-row, seven-passenger model called Santa Fe. The all-new Santa Fe family showcases the brand’s cutting-edge capabilities through “Fluidic Sculpture” design, impressive fuel economy and a host of features to delight drivers and passengers with high expectations for functionality and comfort. The all-new 2013 Santa Fe Sport will go on-sale late this summer, with the larger Santa Fe introduced to dealers in January 2013.  
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2013 SANTA FE LINEUP
  • First non-luxury CUV Torque Vectoring Cornering Control (TVCC) combines with Driver Selectable Steering Mode (DSSM) for outstanding CUV driving dynamics
  • All-new crossover architecture developed for families
  • Third-generation crossover introduces two-row, five-passenger Santa Fe Sport, Santa Fe Sport 2.0T and larger three-row, seven-passenger LWB Santa Fe
  • “Fluidic Sculpture” exterior design
  • All four-cylinder engine lineup for the Santa Fe Sport
    • Theta II 2.4-liter Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine
      • 190 horsepower (estimated) with improved fuel economy and acceleration
      • Highest highway fuel economy (33 mpg estimated) of any CUV/SUV equipped with an automatic transmission
    • High-output Theta II 2.0-liter turbocharged GDI engine
      • 264 horsepower (estimated) with excellent fuel economy and best-in-class power-to-weight ratio
      • Highway fuel economy estimated at 31 mpg (FWDA/T)
  • In-house six-speed automatic transmission
  • Seven standard airbags
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Heated rear seats and heated steering wheel
  • Power driver and front passenger seats
  • Sliding second row seating with 40:20:40 folding seat back and cargo area release
  • Standard Blue Link – safety, service and infotainment telematics system
  • Third generation navigation and audio multimedia systems with an available eight-inch display
  • Intelligent Active All-Wheel Drive
HIGHLIGHTS UNIQUE TO THE 2013 LWB SANTA FE
  • Lambda II 3.3-liter GDI V6 engine with 290 horsepower powers LWB Santa Fe
  • LWB Santa Fe is the only midsize CUV with a standard direct injection V6 engine
  • Blind spot detection (LWB Santa Fe only)
 EngineLengthPassengerPassenger VolumeTotal Interior Volume
Santa Fe Sport2.4L
2.0L
SWB5108.0 cu. ft.143 cu. ft.
Santa FeLWB3.3LLWB7146.6 cu. ft.160 cu. ft.
The all-new Santa Fe Sport and LWB Santa Fe are the final pieces in Hyundai’s 7/11 product initiative (seven new or redesigned models in 11 months in the 2012 calendar year). The first three vehicles in the initiative were Azera, Veloster Turbo and refreshed Genesis Coupe. The fourth and fifth vehicles were Elantra GT and Elantra Coupe. All feature outstanding fuel economy, significant lightweighting actions, and Hyundai’s signature “Fluidic Sculpture” design language.
NO LINES STANDING STILL 
The “Fluidic Sculpture” exterior of the Santa Fe crossover family invokes the impression of irrepressible motion through a new design concept called Storm Edge, which captures the strong and dynamic images created by nature during the formation of a storm. To create the illusion of constant motion, Hyundai designers use a three-bar hexagonal front grille, LED accents, low stance, rising beltline, black trimmed optional roof rails and wraparound taillights. These cues let people know immediately that Santa Fe is a Hyundai. Design elements also include standard chrome grille and door handle accents, bodycolor mirrors, rear spoiler, aggressive exhaust outlets as well as lower bumper, wheel arches and door trim in contrasting paints. In addition, 19-inch wheels are standard on Santa Fe Sport 2.0T.
Hyundai designers crafted Santa Fe Sport and LWB Santa Fe together, with the signature differentiating element being the side view daylight opening (side window shape) – the larger Santa Fe features a shape that highlights the increased passenger and cargo room behind the third row seat. Santa Fe also has its own bodyside character lines from the B-pillar back, grille design, 18-inch Euroflange alloy wheels, dual exhaust tips and a flush-mounted tow hitch design.
Both Santa Fe models feature the same flowing interior look, designed for passenger functionality and comfort. From the heated rear seats and available eight-way power driver seat, to a standard 40:20:40 folding rear seat back, both boast flexibility and a pleasant cabin for all. Also new for 2013 – and standard on all Santa Fe models with cloth seating – is aYES Essentials seat fabric treatment that provides soil-resistant, anti-odor and anti-static properties for added longevity and livability. Special care and attention went into other interior details, such as an optional panoramic sunroof, which allows more natural light into the cabin, and premium window switch trim. Available on 2.4-liter models and standard on Turbo and LWB models, is a push-button starter with proximity key and a Supervision Cluster with TFT LCDscreen. A heated steering wheel and sliding second row seats are optional first-class touches on Santa Fe Sport and Santa Fe Sport 2.0T. The heated steering wheel is also optional on the LWB Santa Fe.
The three-row Santa Fe increases second-row legroom by 1.9 inches and cargo capacity 5.6 cubic feet and houses second-row HVAC controls and vents to increase family comfort, while also offering a standard 50:50 split folding third-row bench seat with 31.5 inches of legroom.
CHOICE OF THREE POWERFULFUEL EFFICIENT ENGINES
Santa Fe Sport buyers have the choice of a 2.4-liter Gasoline Direct Engine (GDI) engine or a turbocharged 2.0-liter GDIengine. Both engines have been well tested in the Hyundai Sonata and provide more than enough power for city or highway driving and have the ability to tow up to 3,500 pounds. With 190 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque (estimated), Santa Fe Sport 2.4 still manages outstanding fuel economy of 23 city and 33 highway (estimated). This powertrain truly combines power and fuel efficiency with refined driving dynamics. The higher output 2.0-liter turbocharged engine found under the hood of Santa Fe Sport 2.0T increases horsepower to 264 (estimated), while also delivering excellent fuel economy. The top-of-line LWB Santa Fe is powered by the highly acclaimed 3.3-liter V6 engine, which is also found in the Hyundai Azera.
LWB SANTA FE VERSUS ITS RIVALS
 2013 LWB
Santa Fe (est.)
2012 Highlander2012 Pilot2012 Sorento
V6 engine3.3L GDI3.5L MPI3.5L MPI3.5L MPI
Horsepower290270250276
Base engine curb weight3,8614,0454,2993,977
Power to weight ratio13.315.017.214.4
Fuel economy19/2618/2418/2520/26
THETA II GDI 2.4-LITER ENGINE
The Theta II GDI 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a GDI fuel delivery system contributes to improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions in Santa Fe Sport. This shorter, more direct path of fuel delivery, allows for greater control of the fuel mixture at the optimum moment, thus improving efficiency. The fuel is injected by a camshaft-driven, high pressure pump that operates at pressures up to 2,175 psi. Direct injection also utilizes a higher-than-normal 11.3 compression ratio for increased power. When compared to naturally-aspirated engines, this power plant delivers best-in-class four-cylinder horsepower, best-in-class torque and best-in-class power-to-weight ratio. The high-tech, all-aluminum, 16-valve engine also features Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (DCVVT) and a Variable Induction System (VIS) for better engine breathing.
SANTA FE SPORT VERSUS ITS RIVALS
FWD Models2013 Santa Fe Sport (est.)2012 RAV42012 Equinox2013 Edge2012 Sorento
Engine2.4-liter GDII42.5-liter I42.4-literGDI I42.0-literGDI I42.4-literGDI I-4
Horsepower190179182240191
Specific output (HP/Liter)79727612080
Torque181172172253181
Transmission6-speed4-speed6-speed6-speed6-speed
Curb weight3,4593,3603,7773,9983,845
Weight-to-power ratio
18.2
18.820.816.721.7
Fuel economy
23/33/26
22/28/2422/32/2621/30/2422/32/25
2.0-LITER THETA II TURBOCHARGED ENGINE
The new Santa Fe Sport 2.0T is the first Hyundai crossover to have both GDI technology and a turbocharger. This option provides more horsepower than many of the V6 competitors, yet delivers gas mileage similar to competitive four-cylinder models.
The 2.0-liter turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine in the 2013 Santa Fe Sport 2.0T produces 264 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque with regular fuel. Hyundai’s 2.0-liter Theta turbocharged engine features a twin-scroll turbocharger that when combined with the GDI system, results in instantaneous power delivery. The Ford Edge, like the Santa Fe Sport 2.0T, uses a turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine. However, the Santa Fe Sport 2.0T has upped the ante with 26 more horsepower, a better power-to-weight ratio and higher fuel economy numbers.
SANTA FE SPORT 2.0T VERSUS FORD EDGE SE 2.0T
 Santa Fe Sport 2.0T (est.)Ford Edge SE 2.0T
OAL184.6184.2
Cargo volume behind second row (cu. ft. )35.432.2
Passenger volume (cu. ft.)108.0108.4
Fr (in.)41.340.7
2nd (in.)39.439.6
Horsepower264240
FWD A/T curb weight3,6023,998
Power to weight ratio13.616.7
Estimated fuel economy22/31/2521/30/24
Maximum towing capacity3,500 lbs.2,000 lbs.
Twin-scroll turbocharger designs have two exhaust gas inlets that are divided by split walls inside the turbine housing with both gas passages controlled by a waste-gate. A twin-scroll turbo recovers even more energy from the exhaust than a single-scroll turbocharger, thanks to a divided manifold. The twin-scroll design separates the cylinders whose exhaust gas pulses interfere with each other, resulting in improved pressure distribution in the exhaust ports and a more efficient delivery of exhaust gas energy to the turbocharger’s turbine.
For example, at the start of the intake stroke of cylinder one and when both the intake and exhaust valves are open (valve overlap period), cylinder three already begins its exhaust stroke with an open exhaust valve. If the exhaust passages of cylinder one and three were connected, the exhaust gas pulse from cylinder three would increase the back pressure of cylinder one – reducing the induction of fresh air and increasing the amount of hot residual gases inside the cylinder. However, with the twin-scroll turbocharger setup, this interference is minimized. The result of this superior scavenging effect from a twin-scroll design leads to several advantages over the traditional, single-scroll turbocharging systems, including:
  • Better pressure distribution in the exhaust ports
  • More efficient delivery of exhaust gas energy to the turbocharger’s turbine
  • Greater valve overlap for improved quality/quantity of air charge entering each cylinder
  • Ensures each cylinder is packed with a denser and purer air charge
  • Improved combustion efficiency
  • Low engine-speed efficiency
  • Kinetic exhaust gas energy is not wasted or trapped
  • Cooler cylinder temperatures
  • Lower exhaust temperatures
  • Leaner air/fuel ratio
Santa Fe Sport 2.0T’s twin-scroll turbo has superior handling of exhaust gas separation at the turbine, leading to improved low-end torque and faster transient torque response.
Two key features of Hyundai’s twin-scroll turbocharger setup are as follows:
  • The stainless steel exhaust manifold and the twin-scroll turbine housing are cast in a patent-pending one-piece design
  • The waste-gate for the turbocharger uses a motor-driven electrical controller instead of being mechanically controlled
Thanks to the integrated stainless-steel turbine housing with exhaust manifold, not only is the weight and cost of the casting dramatically reduced, but the durability of the turbine housing also improves. In addition, heat energy recovery and turbo efficiency significantly improve based on the fact that a traditional two-piece design effectively insulates some of the heat energy at the joint/gasket area.
By adapting the motor-driven electrical waste-gate, the boost pressure is precisely controlled. The back pressure is reduced when turbo boost is not necessary by opening the waste-gate, which improves fuel efficiency. During cold starts, the waste-gate remains open, which results in faster catalyst light-off for reduced exhaust emissions.
Direct injection also utilizes a 9.5 compression ratio in this engine, while achieving a best-in-class 133 horsepower-per-liter.
SANTA FE SPORT 2.0T VERSUS ITS RIVALS
 2013 Santa Fe Sport 2.0T (est.)2012 RAV4 V62012 Equinox2012 Edge2012 Sorento
Engine2.0-liter turboGDI I43.5-liter V63.0-literGDI V62.0-literGDIturbo I43.5-liter V6
Horsepower264269264240276
Specific output (HP/Liter)132788812080
Torque269246222270248
Transmission6-speed5-speed6-speed6-speed6-speed
Curb weight3,6023,5293,8253,9983,781
Weight-to-power ratio13.613.114.516.713.7
Fuel economy22/31/2519/27/2217/24/2021/30/2420/26/22
LAMBDA II 3.3-LITER GDI V6 ENGINE
Shoppers looking for a V6 engine will find that the long wheelbase Santa Fe suits their needs in terms of drivability and fuel economy. The Santa Fe’s Lambda II 3.3-liter GDIalso has a high-pressure direct injection system (over 2,200 psi), which dramatically increases power and torque, while reducing fuel consumption and emissions. This system eliminates the need for a large displacement V6 engine and increases the compression ratio for greater thermal efficiency and output. Santa Fe’s V6 is perfect for towing small boats or weekend toys.
SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 
All the engines are mated to Hyundai’s six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC® manual control. This transmission offers smooth shifts and a wide ratio spread that suits the engine’s characteristics. An automatic transmission warmer is included to keep the transmission oil at its optimal temperature, which improves real-world fuel economy. Additionally, all models have an Active ECO System that modifies engine and transmission control to smooth out throttle response and increase real-world fuel economy.
DO ANYTHING CAPABILITY WITH Torque Vectoring Cornering Control 
Santa Fe Sport, Santa Fe Sport 2.0T and the LWB Santa Fe customers will feel the benefits of the optional intelligent active All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) system and TVCC, which cooperatively controls torque and braking in conjunction with the Vehicle Stability Management System. This system can anticipate traction requirements and deliver additional stability through braking via continuous monitoring of driving conditions compared with other AWD systems, which can only react to conditions after they occur. All AWD Santa Fes access an intelligent control unit that continuously analyzes data from the vehicle controller, and through a multi-clutch plate distributes torque to any single wheel at a time. The coupling system is fully controllable via an electro-hydraulic actuation system. Braking force can also be sent to any single wheel at a time via the software. These processes are known as torque vectoring and torque braking. All this analysis is completely transparent to the driver.
Drivers of the AWD Santa Fe realize the following advantages:
  • Improved lateral stability while cornering
  • Removal of unintended over- and under-steer by reducing unwanted traction to the front and rear axle
  • High thermal capacity, which helps prevent overheating during hill climbs and trailer towing
In addition, greater efficiency is achieved through the intelligent control electronics that provide the torque needed for enhanced traction in a variety of driving situations. As a result, lower fuel consumption and reduced emissions are achieved. The electronic components are also optimally sized for minimal energy usage. This intelligent system allows for even more driver control.
The 2013 Santa Fe models feature Hyundai’s Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Brake Control (DBC) to maximize control on steep hills. HAC minimizes rolling backwards on steep ascents while DBC helps the driver maintain vehicle control and speed on steep downhill descents. By selecting the DBC switch, the Hydro-Electronic Control unit manages the wheel speed sensors, steering angle sensor and acceleration sensor to maintain control and speed on steep declines without having to use the brake.
fun-to-drive CUV driving dynamics 
For enhanced ride performance, Santa Fe Sport, Santa Fe Sport 2.0T and the three-row Santa Fe employ a compact and light MacPherson strut front suspension and a fully independent multi-link rear suspension. Santa Fe Sport rides on 17-inch wheels and P235/65 R17 tires. Santa Fe Sport 2.0T sits on 19-inch wheels with P235/55R19 lower profile tires. The Turbo also has Mando (DFD) shock absorbers for more precise control. The front suspension has a 26.5 mm hollow stabilizer bar to save weight. The rear suspension uses a 21 mm solid stabilizer bar in the front wheel drive and 19 mm solid stabilizer bar in the all-wheel drive Santa Fe Sport. The larger Santa Fe sits on 18- or 19-inch wheels.
Behind the wheel, drivers benefit from Hyundai’s all-new Driver Selectable Steering Mode, with three operating modes – Comfort, Normal and Sport. This innovative system allows drivers to adapt Santa Fe Sport and LWB Santa Fe’s steering characteristics to varying driving preferences and road conditions. Comfort mode is ideal for city and parking environments, offering the greatest ease of steering with a 10 percent decrease in steering effort from Normal mode. Normal mode is ideal for a mix of driving conditions. Meanwhile, Sport Mode is optimized for higher-speed freeways or winding roads and increases steering effort by 10 percent from Normal mode. The Driver Selectable Steering Mode not only adjusts power assistance levels in each mode, but also adjusts on-center build-up feel and steering build-up curves throughout the steering range, for a very natural and progressive feel. Steering damping characteristics, active return and friction levels have also been optimized in Santa Fe Sport and LWB Santa Fe. Even more impressive is the fact that Hyundai engineers have successfully tuned Santa Fe Sport’s 35.76 ft. turning circle for easy parking and U-turns, despite a slightly longer wheelbase compared to the previous generation Santa Fe.
SANTA FE CABIN SPACE ADVANTAGE
The sleek design of Santa Fe Sport and LWB Santa Fe, combined with Hyundai’s expertise in interior engineering, delivers a great presence on the road while improving functionality and convenience. The spacious cabin has more shoulder room than the previous generation and the Toyota RAV4 and Ford Edge. Three-row, seven-passenger Santa Fe also has more second row leg room than Nissan Murano, Toyota Highlander and the full-size Chevrolet Traverse. Seating utility is also improved due to a standard 40:20:40 folding rear seat back. This seat back is perfect for seating five passengers comfortably or accommodating four passengers, plus long items like skis, golf clubs, snowboards or surfboards. Fold down two seats to seat three people and hold larger packages or fold all rear seats to maximize cargo space. Customers will also discover Santa Fe Sport has more cargo volume than Chevrolet Equinox and Ford Edge. TheLWB Santa Fe also features a power liftgate for added convenience.
Santa Fe Sport and LWB Santa Fe include a number of convenient, standard stowage and storage features, including an overhead console sunglass holder, two front and two rear seat cupholders, door bottle holders, enlarged central storage console, front storage bin, front seat- back pockets and generous under-floor cargo storage.
Dual-zone climate controls ensure a comfortable environment for all occupants during long journeys. The dual-zone climate controls also incorporate an automatic defogging system, which detects humidity levels using a sensor and removes it from the windshield. Another premium feature is a CleanAir Ionizer that automatically cleans the air when the heater or air conditioner is running.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
Santa Fe Sport rides on a 106.3-inch wheelbase, with an overall length of 184.6 inches, height of 66.1 inches and width of 74.0 inches. The larger Santa Fe rides on a 110.2-inch wheelbase, which is 3.9 inches longer than the Santa Fe Sport’s wheelbase. Its overall length is 193.1 inches compared with Santa Fe Sport’s length of 184.6 inches. The 74.2-inch width is slightly wider than Santa Fe Sport. TheLWB Santa Fe’s overall height is 66.5 inches, which is 0.4 inches higher than Santa Fe Sport.
DIMENSIONS  
Exterior (inches)
Estimated
Santa Fe Sport
(5-pass.)
LWB Santa Fe
(7-pass.)
Wheelbase
Overall Length
Overall Width (excludes mirrors)
Overall Height with Roof Rack
106.3”
184.6”
74.0”
66.1”
110.2”
193.1”
74.2”
66.5”
Ultimately, the long wheelbase for both models allows for compact crossover efficiency with mid-size crossover comfort. An example of this is found in the long second row seat track, delivering more second row legroom. The three-row Santa Fe’s cargo volume is 41.0 cubic feet.
IMPROVED RIGIDITY AND ULTRA-HIGH STRENGTH TENSILESTEEL
The all-new architecture incorporates a new design that not only improves distortion rigidity by 16 percent, it also incorporates a 30-percent increase in the use of ultra high-strength-tensile steel to improve collision energy management. High-strength steel also allows the suspension to work optimally and reduces weight. Ultra-high strength tensile sheet metal has also been applied to the outer door panels for the first time in the company’s history. In addition, anti-corrosion steel was applied to 70 percent of outer frame and floor structure.
New hot stamping and roll forming methods have also been applied to impact members, which provide added strength, reduces the number of body parts and makes the architecture lighter. The amount of structural adhesives has also been increased significantly for improved body rigidity, crashworthiness and durability.
WORLD-CLASS WEIGHT EFFICIENCY 
World-class weight efficiency is an essential part of all Hyundai models and the new Santa Fe models hit their target. The new two-row, five-passenger 2013 Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD sheds a remarkable 266 pounds compared to the previous generation 2012 Santa Fe four-cylinder, while the Santa Fe Sport 2.0T cuts a whopping 300 pounds when compared to the 2012 Santa Fe V6 FWD it replaces. These reductions are the largest weight losses from generation to generation for any vehicle in Hyundai Motor Company’s history, and demonstrate a key enabler of Hyundai’s industry-leading fuel efficiency status.
Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD is also 539 pounds lighter than the Ford Edge and 318 pounds lighter than the Chevrolet Equinox. Even compared to premium brand vehicles like the 2012 Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI Quattro, which uses significant amounts of aluminum and magnesium in its architecture for weight savings, the 2013 Santa Fe Sport 2.0T AWD tips the scales 351 pounds lighter. Taking weight out of vehicles pays dividends in fuel economy and performance. This priority on weight efficiency allows Santa Fe Sport and the three-row Santa Fe to deliver carlike handling, outstanding acceleration and fuel efficiency. Curb weight for a FWD three-row Santa Fe is 3,861 pounds, with AWD models weighing 4,004 pounds.
NEW ADVANCED STANDARD SAFETY TECHNOLOGIESPARTOF HYUNDAI’S ASSURANCE COMMITMENT
The LWB three-row Santa Fe offers Hyundai’s first Blindspot Detection System (BDS). This system identifies when a vehicle enters the defined blindspot and provides a warning that a vehicle is approaching.
All FWD models have a standard Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) system, which optimally manages Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and the Motor-Driven electric Power Steering (MDPS). VSM works to control two effects. The first is when a driver accelerates or brakes on a split-mu surface (slippery on one side, dry pavement on the other) and the vehicle wants to pull in one direction. VSMdetects this condition and sends a signal to the MDPS to apply steering assist. VSM counters the pull and automatically provides eight Newton meters of counter-steering. VSMreacts the same way during sudden lane changes or fast cornering. AWD drive models integrate torque and brake vectoring.  
Santa Fe Sport and LWB Santa Fe feature seven airbags, including side curtain airbags and a driver’s knee airbag. All Santa Fe trims have rollover sensors for the side curtain airbags. When the sensors detect a potential rollover, the control module triggers the head-curtain side airbags and safety belt pre-tensioners to help protect passengers against serious injury.
Santa Fe Sport and LWB Santa Fe also feature a state-of-the-art braking package. The package includes four-wheel disc brakes (12.6 inch front and 11.9 inch rear), an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) including Brake Assist providing maximum braking force when a panic stop is detected, and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) to automatically adjust the braking force to front and rear axles based on vehicle loading conditions. Additionally, Santa Fe Sport and the longer Santa Fe offer impressive passive safety features including a Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) system for children’s seats and three-point seatbelts for all positions.
THIRD-GENERATION NAVIGATION AND AUDIO TECHNOLOGY
All Santa Fe models offer an optional multifunction eight-inch touch-screen display with navigation. This third-generation display features a simpler user interface, enhanced voice recognition commands and improved navigation screens. The system is more intuitive to use for commonly used tasks. Simple pop up messages now appear to help pair a phone. The voice recognition software understands street addresses and cities all in one sentence. The route screens display speed limits and details the next three maneuvers. One or two button pushes now complete most functions.
HD Radio technology is also integrated into all Santa Fe displays. An HD Radio icon on the display appears next to the channel frequency to notify the user this station is broadcasting in HD.  
All models are available with four audio systems. Standard is an AM/FM/Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system with six-speakers and iPod®/USB/auxiliary input jacks. The upgrade audio system boasts a 4.3-inch full color LCD screen with HD Radio and rear view camera. The third system consists of the Gen 3.0 Navigation unit with Dimension audio with 10 speakers. Finally, the premium navigation system includes an Infinity 550-watt, Logic 7 audio system with 12 speakers, including an eight-inch subwoofer and external amplifier is available. A XM Satellite Radio interface is integrated into each head unit and features channel logos and XM Data services, such as XM NavWeather®, XM Stock Ticker and XM Sports Ticker. A Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition, address book download and audio streaming is also standard. Both navigation systems integrate rear-view camera output. Blue Link™ turn-by-turn navigation is standard on all Santa Fe models.
HYUNDAI BLUE LINK 
Blue Link combines safety, service and infotainment features to simplify owners’ lives and reduce distracted driving. Blue Link brings seamless connectivity directly into the car with technology like voice text messaging, POI web search download, turn-by-turn navigation, and monthly vehicle reporting. Hyundai Blue Link telematics is standard on all Santa Fe models with up to a one-year complimentary trial period. Blue Link can be easily accessed from the buttons on the rearview mirror, the web and via a smart phone. Blue Link is offered in three packages: Assurance, Essentials and Guidance.
Blue Link Assurance package:
  • Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) and Assistance
  • SOS Emergency Assistance
  • Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Blue Link Essentials package:
Convenience:
  • Remote Door Lock/Unlock
  • Remote Horn and Lights
  • Panic Notification
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Alarm Notification
  • Quick Tips
  • Location Sharing
  • Voice Text Messaging
Vehicle Diagnostics:
  • Automated Diagnostic Trouble Code
  • Maintenance Alert 
  • Recall Advisor
  • Web Vehicle Diagnostics
  • Service Link
Safeguard:
  • Stolen Vehicle Recovery
  • Stolen Vehicle Slowdown
  • Vehicle Immobilization
  • Valet Alert
  • Geofence
  • Speed Alert
  • Curfew Alert
Blue Link Guidance package:
  • Turn-by-Turn Navigation Service
  • POI Search by advanced voice recognition system
  • POI Web Search and Download
  • Daily Route Guidance with Traffic Condition
  • Traffic
  • Gas Station Locations and Gas Prices
  • Eco-Coach
  • Restaurant Ratings
  • Weather
More details on Hyundai Blue Link are available atwww.hyundaibluelink.com.
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Costa Mesa, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 800 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assuranceprogram, which includes the 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable new vehicle warranty, Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and five years of complimentary Roadside Assistance.
For more details on Hyundai Assurance, please visitwww.HyundaiAssurance.com
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