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2007 Hyundai Veracruz Full Review
Date Published: 7/31/08
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2007 Hyundai Veracruz Review
Hyundai introduces a larger SUV for 2007, a car-type midsize with seven-passenger seating. Veracruz is about 4 inches longer in wheelbase and 6 inches longer overall than Hyundai's Santa Fe SUV. Veracruz comes in GLS, SE, and Limited trims. All are available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive without low-range gearing. The sole powertrain teams a 260-horsepower V6 engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission. ABS and traction/antiskid control are standard. So too are front side airbags and curtain side airbags that cover all seating rows. The 3rd-row seat is a two-person 50/50 split bench that folds into the floor. The 2nd row seats three and also folds. Leather upholstery with heated front seats is standard on Limited, optional on SE. DVD entertainment is available on SE and Limited. Power adjustable pedals and a power tilt/telescope steering wheel are Limited-exclusive options. This evaluation is based on preview test drives.
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2007 Hyundai Veracruz Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Build quality | Low-speed acceleration |
| Quietness | Automatic-transmission performance |
| Rear-seat comfort | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
A bit slow from a stop, Veracruz has acceptable power once underway. Transmission occasionally slow to downshift for passing and merging, but its manual shift gate helps. No noticeable difference in acceleration between 2WD and AWD models. Maximum towing capacity is 3500 lb.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5.2 |
A bit slow from a stop, Veracruz has acceptable power once underway. Transmission occasionally slow to downshift for passing and merging, but its manual shift gate helps. No noticeable difference in acceleration between 2WD and AWD models. Maximum towing capacity is 3500 lb.
Fuel Economy
No opportunity to measure. Veracruz uses regular-grade fuel.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 5 | 4 | 4 |
No opportunity to measure. Veracruz uses regular-grade fuel.
Ride Quality
Comfortable and carlike over most road surfaces. Few unwanted body motions over washboard and cracked pavement. Little difference in ride quality between GLS with its 17-inch tires and Limited with 18s.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
Comfortable and carlike over most road surfaces. Few unwanted body motions over washboard and cracked pavement. Little difference in ride quality between GLS with its 17-inch tires and Limited with 18s.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Suspension tuning favors ride quality over sharp handling response. Body lean apparent in even moderate cornering, and steering lacks road feel. Still, Veracruz never feels unstable, even on slick roads. Brakes have adequate stopping control, pedal feel.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4.5 |
Suspension tuning favors ride quality over sharp handling response. Body lean apparent in even moderate cornering, and steering lacks road feel. Still, Veracruz never feels unstable, even on slick roads. Brakes have adequate stopping control, pedal feel.
Quietness
Rivals many premium SUVs for hushed travel. Engine makes classy growl while accelerating, is nearly silent while cruising. Some wind rush, coarse-surface tire thrum noticed but are hardly intrusive.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 5.6 |
Rivals many premium SUVs for hushed travel. Engine makes classy growl while accelerating, is nearly silent while cruising. Some wind rush, coarse-surface tire thrum noticed but are hardly intrusive.
Controls
Easy-read gauges and large, handy controls have classy blue backlighting at night. Ample use of textured, soft-touch materials creates very pleasing interior ambience. Note that a navigation system is unavailable, but Hyundai says it will offer one in the future.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 6.6 |
Easy-read gauges and large, handy controls have classy blue backlighting at night. Ample use of textured, soft-touch materials creates very pleasing interior ambience. Note that a navigation system is unavailable, but Hyundai says it will offer one in the future.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Good head room, but inadequate rearward seat travel will cramp tall occupants. Steering wheel tilts/telescopes on all, is power operated with Limited models' Ultimate Package. That package also includes power-adjustable pedals, allowing for fine tuning of comfortable driving position. Seats could use slightly more lateral support, but are long-haul comfortable. Limited's available two-tone leather upholstery particularly supple. Visibility a bit pinched to rear corners, fine otherwise.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 6 | 7 | 7 |
Good head room, but inadequate rearward seat travel will cramp tall occupants. Steering wheel tilts/telescopes on all, is power operated with Limited models' Ultimate Package. That package also includes power-adjustable pedals, allowing for fine tuning of comfortable driving position. Seats could use slightly more lateral support, but are long-haul comfortable. Limited's available two-tone leather upholstery particularly supple. Visibility a bit pinched to rear corners, fine otherwise.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Second-row seats slide and recline, providing good head, leg, and knee room even with front seats fully aft. Access to 3rd row requires some twisting, but bench is not hostile to adults if 2nd-row seat isn't all the way back. Otherwise, 3rd row best left to kids.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.1 |
Second-row seats slide and recline, providing good head, leg, and knee room even with front seats fully aft. Access to 3rd row requires some twisting, but bench is not hostile to adults if 2nd-row seat isn't all the way back. Otherwise, 3rd row best left to kids.
Cargo Room
Grocery-bag room behind 3rd-row seat. It folds flat and in one motion to open a larger cargo hold. Second-row also folds easily but isn't quite flush with the floor. Interior storage limited to small glovebox, center console, and door map pockets.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 8 |
Grocery-bag room behind 3rd-row seat. It folds flat and in one motion to open a larger cargo hold. Second-row also folds easily but isn't quite flush with the floor. Interior storage limited to small glovebox, center console, and door map pockets.
Value within Class
Veracruz shines for its refined powertrain, hushed cabin, and upscale interior decor. With a focus on serene cruising, its handling isn't as responsive as most rivals. Pricing for base models is competitive, but convenience features such as power-adjustable pedals are only available on top-end models as part of costly option packages that can drive prices beyond $38,000. At that point, Veracruz is a less-compelling alternative than the more well-rounded Honda Pilot, larger Saturn Outlook, or Hyundai's own less costly Santa Fe.
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 5 | 4 | 5.9 |
Veracruz shines for its refined powertrain, hushed cabin, and upscale interior decor. With a focus on serene cruising, its handling isn't as responsive as most rivals. Pricing for base models is competitive, but convenience features such as power-adjustable pedals are only available on top-end models as part of costly option packages that can drive prices beyond $38,000. At that point, Veracruz is a less-compelling alternative than the more well-rounded Honda Pilot, larger Saturn Outlook, or Hyundai's own less costly Santa Fe.
Total Score
| 2WD GLS | AWD Limited w/Ult. Pkg. | Class Average |
| 59 | 58 | 58.4 |
Scores for all Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 48 | |
| Average Score | 58 | |
| High Score | 69 |
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2007 Hyundai Veracruz Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 03/23/2007
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD GLS 4-door wagon | $26,305 | $24,976 | $690 |
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| AWD GLS 4-door wagon | $28,005 | $26,574 | $690 |
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| 2WD SE 4-door wagon | $28,005 | $26,294 | $690 |
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| AWD SE 4-door wagon | $29,705 | $27,875 | $690 |
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| 2WD Limited 4-door wagon | $32,305 | $29,970 | $690 |
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| AWD Limited 4-door wagon | $34,005 | $31,534 | $690 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
GLS
Powertrain
3.8-liter V6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags, front-seat active head restraints, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist, antiskid system, tire-pressure monitor.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/rear controls, power steering, tilt/telescope steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, center console, cupholders, 2nd- and 3rd-row split folding seats, heated power mirrors w/turn signals, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, satellite radio, digital clock, tachometer, trip computer, outside-temperature indicator, variable-intermittent wipers, map lights, rear defogger, rear wiper/washer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, rear spoiler.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
245/65R17 tires, alloy wheels, AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
SE adds to GLS:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, cooled center console, automatic day/night outside and rearview mirrors, compass, universal garage door opener, automatic headlights.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights, roof rack.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
245/60R18 tires, AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
Limited adds to SE:
Safety
Rear-obstacle-detection system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, heated front seats, power passenger seat, power sunroof, Infinity AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, wiper deicer, conversation mirror, power liftgate.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
AWD adds: all-wheel drive.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Premium Pkg.
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GLS
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$1,950
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$1,775
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Rear-obstacle-detection system, power sunroof, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, power driver seat.
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Premium and Leather Pkg.
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SE
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$3,350
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$3,049
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Rear-obstacle-detection system, leather upholstery, heated front seats, power sunroof, Infinity AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer.
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Entertainment Pkg.
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SE
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$1,600
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$1,456
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DVD entertainment system, Infinity surround sound, additional power outlet. Requires Premium and Leather Pkg.
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Ultimate Pkg.
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Limited
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$2,950
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$2,685
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Entertainment Pkg. plus power tilt/telescope steering wheel, power-adjustable pedals, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, steering wheel), keyless access, rain-sensing wipers.
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Ultimate Pkg. w/2-Tone Upholstery
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Limited
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$3,200
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$2,685
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Cargo tray
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GLS, Limited, SE
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$100
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$80
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Floormats
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GLS, Limited, SE
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$125
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$100
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Mud guards
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GLS, Limited, SE
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$90
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$73
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2007 Hyundai Veracruz Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Hyundai Veracruz 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 110.4 |
| Overall Length, in. | 190.6 |
| Overall Width, in. | 76.6 |
| Overall Height, in. | 68.9 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4431 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 86.8 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 20.6 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.3 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.6 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 39.9 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 38.4 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.8 /230 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 260 @ 6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 257 @ 4500 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 6-speed automatic | 17/24 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Hyundai Veracruz 4-door wagon |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 10/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 5/60,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 7/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/unlimited | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
South Korea
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
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