Compare 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe specifications by trim levels
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Santa Fe is a 5-seat SUV from Hyundai, which first hit the market back in 2001.
With the price tag ranging from $23,225 to $30,925, the Hyundai Santa Fe faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a maximum towing capacity of 3500 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Hyundai Santa Fe boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 25 to 28 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 74.40mm x 184.10mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
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Fuel Tank: 18 gal
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Wheelbase: 106.3 in
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MPG: 20 city/28 hwy
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0-60 mph: 9.7 sec
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Ground clearance: 8 in
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Towing: 2000 lbs
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Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
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Curb: 3725 lbs
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Tires: P235/65TR17.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 34.2 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 184.1 x 74.4 x 67.9
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Hyundai Santa Fe is offered in 9 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Hyundai Santa Fe safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Hyundai Santa Fe specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style SUV
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 175 hp @ 6000 –
276 hp @ 6300 -
Torque 169 lb-ft. –
248 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.1 - 9.7 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.9 - 17.5 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 184.1 in
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Width 74.4 in
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Height 67.9 in
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Wheelbase 106.3 in
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Curb Weight 3725 lbs
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GVWR 4916 lbs
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Towing capacity 2000 lbs
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Ground clearance 8 in
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Turning radius 17.7 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 108
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 18 gal
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City 20 mpg
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Combined 23 - 24 mpg
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Highway 25 - 28 mpg
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Highway range 450 - 504 mi
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Specifications 
GLS Front-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 Front-wheel Drive |
SE Front-wheel Drive |
Limited Front-wheel Drive |
| Exterior length | |||
| 184.10 in | 184.10 in | 184.10 in | 184.10 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 74.40 in | 74.40 in | 74.40 in | 74.40 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 67.90 in | 67.90 in | 67.90 in | 67.90 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 175 | 276 | 276 | 175 |
| Torque | |||
| 169 | 248 | 248 | 169 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 28 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 28 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 9.70 seconds | 7.00 seconds | 7.00 seconds | 9.70 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 17.50 seconds | 15.50 seconds | 15.50 seconds | 17.50 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 79 mph | 91 mph | 91 mph | 79 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.80 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 58 mph | 58 mph | 58 mph | 58 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.46/3.82 " | 3.62/3.43 " | 3.62/3.43 " | 3.46/3.82 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3725.00 lbs | 4054.00 lbs | 3902.00 lbs | 3825.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4916.00 lbs | 4916.00 lbs | 5070.00 lbs | 4916.00 lbs |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | |||
| 2000.00 lbs. | 2000.00 lbs. | 3500.00 lbs. | 2000.00 lbs. |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 106.30 in | 106.30 in | 106.30 in | 106.30 in |
| Front track | |||
| 63.60 " | 63.60 " | 63.60 " | 63.60 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 63.80 " | 63.80 " | 63.80 " | 63.80 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 8.00 in | 8.00 in | 8.00 in | 8.00 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 42.60 in | 42.60 in | 42.60 in | 42.60 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 36.80 in | 36.80 in | 36.80 in | 36.80 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 40.20 in | 40.20 in | 40.20 in | 40.20 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 39.60 in | 39.60 in | 39.60 in | 39.60 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 55.80 in | 55.80 in | 55.80 in | 55.80 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 55.00 in | 55.00 in | 55.00 in | 55.00 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 59.50 in | 59.50 in | 59.50 in | 59.50 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 58.60 in | 58.60 in | 58.60 in | 58.60 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 34.20 cu.ft. | 34.20 cu.ft. | 34.20 cu.ft. | 34.20 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 78.20 cu.ft. | 78.20 cu.ft. | 78.20 cu.ft. | 78.20 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 108 cu.ft. | 108 cu.ft. | 108 cu.ft. | 108 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 18.00 gal. | 18.00 gal. | 18.00 gal. | 18.00 gal. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.38 | 0.38 | 0.38 | 0.38 |
Limited V6 Front-wheel Drive |
GLS All-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 All-wheel Drive |
SE All-wheel Drive |
| Exterior length | |||
| 184.10 in | 184.10 in | 184.10 in | 184.10 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 74.40 in | 74.40 in | 74.40 in | 74.40 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 67.90 in | 67.90 in | 67.90 in | 67.90 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 276 | 175 | 276 | 276 |
| Torque | |||
| 248 | 169 | 248 | 248 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 26 mpg | 25 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 7.00 seconds | 8.80 seconds | 6.10 seconds | 6.10 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 15.50 seconds | 16.60 seconds | 14.90 seconds | 14.90 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 91 mph | 77 mph | 89 mph | 89 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.80 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 58 mph | 58 mph | 58 mph | 58 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.62/3.43 " | 3.46/3.82 " | 3.62/3.43 " | 3.62/3.43 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3968.00 lbs | 3875.00 lbs | 4054.00 lbs | 4054.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 5070.00 lbs | 5070.00 lbs | 5070.00 lbs | 5202.00 lbs |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | |||
| 3500.00 lbs. | 2000.00 lbs. | 2000.00 lbs. | 3500.00 lbs. |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 106.30 in | 106.30 in | 106.30 in | 106.30 in |
| Front track | |||
| 63.60 " | 63.60 " | 63.60 " | 63.60 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 63.80 " | 63.80 " | 63.80 " | 63.80 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 8.00 in | 8.00 in | 8.00 in | 8.00 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 42.60 in | 42.60 in | 42.60 in | 42.60 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 36.80 in | 36.80 in | 36.80 in | 36.80 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 40.20 in | 40.20 in | 40.20 in | 40.20 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 39.60 in | 39.60 in | 39.60 in | 39.60 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 55.80 in | 55.80 in | 55.80 in | 55.80 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 55.00 in | 55.00 in | 55.00 in | 55.00 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 59.50 in | 59.50 in | 59.50 in | 59.50 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 58.60 in | 58.60 in | 58.60 in | 58.60 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 34.20 cu.ft. | 34.20 cu.ft. | 34.20 cu.ft. | 34.20 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 78.20 cu.ft. | 78.20 cu.ft. | 78.20 cu.ft. | 78.20 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 108 cu.ft. | 108 cu.ft. | 108 cu.ft. | 108 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 18.00 gal. | 18.00 gal. | 18.00 gal. | 18.00 gal. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.38 | 0.38 | 0.38 | 0.38 |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 compliant | |||
| 3761 | – | – | – |
Limited V6 All-wheel Drive |
| Exterior length |
| 184.10 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 74.40 in |
| Exterior height |
| 67.90 in |
| Horsepower |
| 276 |
| Torque |
| 248 |
| Fuel economy - city |
| 20 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway |
| 26 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
| 6.10 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time |
| 14.90 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed |
| 89 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) |
| 0.80 |
| Slalom speed |
| 58 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke |
| 3.62/3.43 " |
| Curb weight |
| 4120.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 5202.00 lbs |
| Maximum Trailer Weight |
| 3500.00 lbs. |
| Wheelbase |
| 106.30 in |
| Front track |
| 63.60 " |
| Rear track |
| 63.80 " |
| Turning radius |
| 17.70 |
| Ground clearance |
| 8.00 in |
| Front legroom |
| 42.60 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 36.80 in |
| Front headroom |
| 40.20 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 39.60 in |
| Front hip room |
| 55.80 in |
| Rear hip room |
| 55.00 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 59.50 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 58.60 in |
| Luggage volume |
| 34.20 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) |
| 78.20 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume |
| 108 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank |
| 18.00 gal. |
| Drag coefficient |
| 0.38 |
Interior Features
GLS Front-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 Front-wheel Drive |
SE Front-wheel Drive |
Limited Front-wheel Drive |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Limited V6 Front-wheel Drive |
GLS All-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 All-wheel Drive |
SE All-wheel Drive |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| 2820 | 2825 | 2825 | 2825 |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Programmable garage door opener | |||
| 2909 | 2908 | 2908 | – |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Limited V6 All-wheel Drive |
| Air conditioning, front |
| 2820 |
| Air filter |
| 2829 |
| Underseat ducts |
| 2831 |
| Cargo concealed storage |
| 2833 |
| Cargo tie downs |
| 2835 |
| Clock |
| 2837 |
| Compass |
| 2842 |
| Cruise control |
| 2844 |
| Cupholders |
| 2846 |
| Gear shift knob trim |
| 2861 |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 4 |
| Overhead console |
| 2881 |
| Floor console |
| 2885 |
| Floor mats |
| 2889 |
| Front windows |
| 2894 |
| Rear windows |
| 2897 |
| 1-touch window up |
| 2902 |
| 1-touch window down |
| 2905 |
| Programmable garage door opener |
| 2909 |
| Instrumentation |
| 2910 |
| Tachometer |
| 2916 |
| Trip computer |
| 2918 |
| Water temp gauge |
| 2921 |
| Low fuel warning |
| 2923 |
| Exterior temperature display |
| 2927 |
| Lighting - glovebox |
| 2929 |
| Lighting - map lights |
| 2930 |
| Lighting - dome light |
| 2934 |
| Lighting - cargo light |
| 2937 |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| 2939 |
| Rear window defogger |
| 2942 |
| Rear view mirror |
| 2944 |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| 2947 |
| Fuel door release |
| 2950 |
| Retained accessory power |
| 2957 |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel adjustable steering column |
| 2959 |
| Steering wheel material |
| 2972 |
| Cargo net |
| 3783 |
| Ashtray |
| 3786 |
| Lighter elements |
| 4010 |
| Auxiliary visors |
| 4016 |
Exterior Features
GLS Front-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 Front-wheel Drive |
SE Front-wheel Drive |
Limited Front-wheel Drive |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Front tires | |||
| P235/65TR17.0 BSW AS | P235/65TR17.0 BSW AS | P235/60HR18.0 BSW AS | P235/60HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 17" silver aluminum | 17" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum |
| Roof rails | |||
| 4009 | 4009 | – | – |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
Limited V6 Front-wheel Drive |
GLS All-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 All-wheel Drive |
SE All-wheel Drive |
| Antenna | |||
| 3394 | 3394 | 3394 | 3394 |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
| Front tires | |||
| P235/60HR18.0 BSW AS | P235/65TR17.0 BSW AS | P235/65TR17.0 BSW AS | P235/60HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 18" silver aluminum | 17" silver aluminum | 17" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum |
| Roof rails | |||
| 4009 | 4009 | – | – |
Limited V6 All-wheel Drive |
| Antenna |
| 3394 |
| Body material |
| 3406 |
| Paint |
| 3412 |
| Grille trim |
| 3432 |
| Fog/driving lights |
| 3445 |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
| 3450 |
| Tinted windows |
| 3460 |
| Rear window type |
| 3462 |
| Mirrors |
| 3470 |
| Heated door mirrors |
| 3479 |
| Sunroof |
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler |
| 3480 |
| Front tires |
| P235/60HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels |
| 18" silver aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel |
| 3488 |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| 3496 |
| Rear window wipers |
| 3497 |
| Roof rack |
| 3799 |
| Mud flaps |
| 3804 |
Seats
GLS Front-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 Front-wheel Drive |
SE Front-wheel Drive |
Limited Front-wheel Drive |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Limited V6 Front-wheel Drive |
GLS All-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 All-wheel Drive |
SE All-wheel Drive |
| Front seat type | |||
| 2989 | 2989 | 2989 | 2989 |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 3005 | 3002 | 3002 | 3005 |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 3012 | 3012 | 3012 | 3012 |
| Lumbar support | |||
| 3018 | 3018 | 3018 | 3018 |
| Front armrests | |||
| 3021 | 3021 | 3021 | 3021 |
| Front head restraints | |||
| 3026 | 3026 | 3026 | 3026 |
| Heated front seats | |||
| 3030 | 3030 | – | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 3053 | 3053 | 3053 | 3053 |
| Rear armrest | |||
| 3072 | 3072 | 3072 | 3072 |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3080 | 3080 | 3080 | 3080 |
| Seat trim | |||
| 3101 | 3092 | 3092 | 3093 |
Limited V6 All-wheel Drive |
| Front seat type |
| 2989 |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
Entertainment System
GLS Front-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 Front-wheel Drive |
SE Front-wheel Drive |
Limited Front-wheel Drive |
| Speakers | |||
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 10 |
| Amplifier | |||
| 360W | premium | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | – | – |
Limited V6 Front-wheel Drive |
GLS All-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 All-wheel Drive |
SE All-wheel Drive |
| Radio | |||
| 3152 | 3152 | 3152 | 3152 |
| Speakers | |||
| 10 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | |||
| premium | 360W | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | – | – |
Limited V6 All-wheel Drive |
| Radio |
| 3152 |
| Speakers |
| 10 |
| Amplifier |
| premium |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 1 |
Safety and Security Features
GLS Front-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 Front-wheel Drive |
SE Front-wheel Drive |
Limited Front-wheel Drive |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | – | – |
Limited V6 Front-wheel Drive |
GLS All-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 All-wheel Drive |
SE All-wheel Drive |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| 3214 | 3214 | 3214 | 3214 |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | – | – |
Limited V6 All-wheel Drive |
| Airbags, frontal |
| 3214 |
| Airbags, side impact |
| 3220 |
| Airbags, side curtain |
| 3225 |
| Occupancy sensor |
| 3240 |
| Traction control |
| 3242 |
| Height adjustable seatbelts |
| 3244 |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| 3248 |
| Headlights |
| 3250 |
| Exterior light control |
| 3264 |
| Door curb lights |
| 2 |
| Illuminated entry |
| 3273 |
| Remote keyless entry |
| 3274 |
| Panic alarm |
| 3280 |
| Door locks |
| 3283 |
| Content theft deterrent alarm system |
| 3286 |
| Low tire pressure warning |
| 3309 |
| Parking assist |
| 3767 |
| First aid kit |
| 3787 |
Mechanical Features
GLS Front-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 Front-wheel Drive |
SE Front-wheel Drive |
Limited Front-wheel Drive |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.20 | 3.20 | 3.20 | 3.20 |
Limited V6 Front-wheel Drive |
GLS All-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 All-wheel Drive |
SE All-wheel Drive |
| Engine | |||
| 4788 | 4757 | 4788 | 4788 |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.20 | 3.20 | 3.20 | 3.20 |
Limited V6 All-wheel Drive |
| Engine |
| 4788 |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| 3500 |
| Recommended fuel |
| 3508 |
| Brakes |
| 3509 |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| 3517 |
| Brake assist |
| 3520 |
| Drive type |
| 3526 |
| Exhaust |
| 3542 |
| Steering |
| 3544 |
| Suspension tuning |
| 3562 |
| Front suspension type |
| 3574 |
| Front anti-roll bar |
| 3577 |
| Front shocks |
| 3586 |
| Front springs |
| 3602 |
| Rear suspension type |
| 3613 |
| Rear anti-roll bar |
| 3620 |
| Rear shocks |
| 3629 |
| Rear springs |
| 3646 |
| Electronic stability system |
| 3665 |
| Sequential shift control |
| 3695 |
| Axle ratio |
| 3.20 |
| Remote vehicle starting system |
| 3814 |
| 4WD shift |
| 4084 |
Other Specs
GLS Front-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 Front-wheel Drive |
SE Front-wheel Drive |
Limited Front-wheel Drive |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6000 | 6300 | 6300 | 6000 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 3750 | 5000 | 5000 | 3750 |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 3500 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |
Limited V6 Front-wheel Drive |
GLS All-wheel Drive |
GLS V6 All-wheel Drive |
SE All-wheel Drive |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6300 | 6000 | 6300 | 6300 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 5000 | 3750 | 5000 | 5000 |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 3500 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 3500 lbs. |
Limited V6 All-wheel Drive |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6300 |
| Torque rpm |
| 5000 |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 3500 lbs. |