2010 Hyundai Santa Fe R

The Hyundai Santa Fe ‘R’ series is powered by a new 2.2-liter diesel engine that develops 145kW and 436Nm of torque which is 27% more than the previous unit. The manual gearbox version of the Hyundai Santa Fe R outputs 421Nm of torque. Combined with a choice of new 6-speed transmissions, the new ‘R’ series engine reduces Santa Fe’s fuel consumption by a further 7% to 6.7 litres/100 km+.

The Hyundai Santa Fe R series is distinguished by several external styling enhancements. A new radiator grille with a flying chrome wing (also featured on the i30) replaces the two-slat matt black grille of the predecessor. Front and rear bumpers, headlamps, fog lamps and rear combination lights have also been revised. New wheel designs mean 17″ alloy wheels on the SLX and Elite, and 18″ alloys are standard on the Highlander. Revised side sill mouldings, sportier exhaust tips and streamlined roof racks provide the finishing touches. In the interior there are carbon graphite style accents and aluminium effect finishes throughout the cabin plus a new ’supervision’ instrument cluster on Elite and Highlander models. Black leather trim is standard on the Highlander model.

The Hyundai Santa Fe R price for the Australian market starts at $37,990.