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2008 Hyundai Veracruz Review
Crossover SUV rivals Pilot.
2008 Veracruz Review Summary & Specifications
The Veracruz is the latest and most impressive in a lineup of larger, fancier, more powerful, quieter and pricier vehicles from Hyundai. While some might question whether buyers will pay this kind of money for a Hyundai, we suggest waiting until you've driven the Veracruz before venturing an answer. Hyundai is expanding its lineup and moving upscale, ever so slowly and cautiously, but with determination. Quality and owner satisfaction surveys indicate Hyundai is doing things right. The Veracruz is a practical and enjoyable crossover SUV that's an affordable alternative to the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard test drove the Veracruz around La Jolla, California.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive |
| Model Lineup | Hyundai Veracruz GLS FWD ($26,900); GLS AWD ($28,600); SE FWD ($28,600); SE AWD ($30,300); Limited FWD ($34,050); GSL AWD ($35,750) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.8-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 260-hp 3.8-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 6-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | front airbags; front seat-mounted side airbags; roof-mounted, three-row, side curtain airbags; second-row child safety seat anchors and tethers (LATCH); front seat active head restraints; front-seatbelt pretensioners and force limiters; electronic stability control with traction control; ABS with brake assist and EBD; tire pressure monitors |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | backup warning system |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Ulsan, South Korea |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-633-5151 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.hyundaiusa.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 26900 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Hyundai Veracruz SE FWD ($28,600) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning with secondary rear-seat controls; power windows, heated outside mirrors, and locks with remote keyless entry; power driver's seat; auto-dimming inside and outside rearview mirrors; six-speaker AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 audio; tilt-and telescope steering wheel with cruise and redundant audio controls; front bucket seats with fold-flat passenger-side seatback; 60/40-split second row; 50/50-split, fold-into-floor third row; HomeLink; automatic headlights; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob; roof rack side rails; cooled front center console storage bin; fog lights; P245/60R18 tires on 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Premium Leather Package ($4200) includes power tilt/slide glass sunroof, power tailgate, leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, 115-volt power outlet, 315-watt Infinity audio system with CD changer, backup warning system |
| Destination Charge | 690 |
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| Layout | front-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 33490 |
| Horse Power | 260 @ 6000 |
| Torque | 257 @ 4500 |
| Fuel Economy | 16/23 |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 |
| Length/Width/Height | 190.6/76.6/71.1 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 36.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 40.3/57.5/42.6 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.9/57.4/38.4 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 36.1/45.6/31.5 |
| Trunk Volume | 86.8 |
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| Towing Capacity | 3500 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Ground Clearance | 8.1 |
| Curb Weight | 4266 |
| Stock Tires | P245/60R18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/solid disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.6 |
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