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2012 Hyundai Veracruz Manchester

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The Veracruz gets a new grille and updated 18-inch alloy wheels, which are available. The Limited trim adds heated second-row seats and can be equipped with an Alpine navigation system.  Base GLS and upper-crust Limited trims are offered, and a 3.8-liter V-6 is standard. All-wheel drive is optional.  It has a surprisingly quiet interior, and it comes with a ton of standard features.  The Veracruz is powered by a 260-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 that runs on regular gas and mechanical features include:a six-speed automatic transmission with manual control and optional all-wheel-drive system includes a lock mode that splits torque 50:50, front to rear, at low speeds.  The interior is as purposeful as it is sophisticated. A reinforced dash panel, four layers of insulation underneath the carpeting, and electronic motor mounts effectively minimize engine noise and vibration in the cabin. The combination of these and other sound dampening elements help make the Veracruz a very quiet, refined ride.

Driving Impressions of the '12 Hyundai Veracruz

The 3.8-liter, aluminum block V6 engine delivers 260 horsepower and 257 pound-feet of torque. The Continuously Variable Valve Timing perfectly synchronizes the intake and exhaust valves to widen the power band and boost fuel efficiency. Together with the 4 valves per cylinder, they provide smooth, effortless power.  The advanced 6-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC^® allows the driver to change gears on demand. Adaptive, it also adjusts to your particular driving habits. So when you accelerate rapidly, the transmission takes note and moves the shift points upward to maximize power and acceleration. It also includes preset shift patterns for specific conditions, such as uphill, inclement weather or performance driving.  The high tensile steel unibody frame of the 2012 Veracruz delivers a smooth, quiet ride, and more precise handling, steering and driving comfort. 

Interior Features of the '12 Hyundai Veracruz

Mounted in the center console, the available Alpine premium navigation system (available later this year) has the capability to not only help you get where you're going, but to inform and entertain you en route. The 7-inch touchscreen is your window into all it can do. Hate stopping to ask for directions? The nav system offers 2D and 3D mapping plus gives you access to 6 million points of interest. Want options with your stellar audio? Whatever radio signal you desire, this system will tune it in; choose from AM/FM/XM^®/HD. There's a CD player for trips down memory lane. And you can use your iPhone® to access Pandora^® internet radio.  The Veracruz offers an available single-touch Bluetooth^® hands-free phone system, and straightforward iPod®/USB and auxiliary input jacks that allow you to plug in your iPod, hit play and go. Window switches, power locks, and mirror controls that are engineered to look, feel and sound purposeful. While many small details, from the placement of buttons and dials to the positioning of vents and handles, have been carefully considered and optimized, informed by the latest in ergonomic research.

Exterior Features of the '12 Hyundai Veracruz

The three-beam projector-style halogen headlights and sculpted hoodline set the tone for the modern exterior. Wide-stance 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels (18-inch Hypersilver alloy on LIMITED), convenient roof rack side rails, and heated power side mirrors with turn-signal indicators and approach lights complement an exterior design that's as stylish as it is functional.  Swooping curves and two-tone bodywork define the Veracruz, which emulates styling themes set by Hyundai's Santa Fe crossover. Exterior features include:
Standard 17-inch alloy wheels; available 18-inch alloy rims, chrome window and grille surrounds, standard heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals, standard rear parking sensors, optional moonroof and an optional power liftgate.  Made from solar control glass that repels UV radiation, the 2012 Veracruz it helps keep the interior cooler on brutal sun-baked days, and reduces the need for air conditioning. 

Model Lineup

The 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is a seven-passenger crossover SUV available in GLS and Limited trim levels. The GLS comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, heated side mirrors, foglights, automatic headlights, rear parking sensors, cruise control, an eight-way power driver seat, heated front seats (on all-wheel-drive models only), a tilt-and-telescoping steering column, rear climate controls and vents, and a six-speaker stereo with CD player, satellite radio, auxiliary audio jack and a USB/iPod interface. The Premium package adds a sunroof, auto-dimming mirrors, a windshield de-icer, a power liftgate and heated front seats (for the front-wheel-drive model).

The Veracruz Limited includes the content of the Premium package and adds 18-inch wheels, driver memory functions, leather upholstery, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column, a four-way power passenger seat, a 115-volt household-style power outlet and an eight-speaker Infinity stereo with a six-CD changer. The Navigation package (available only with the Limited trim) adds a navigation system and a 10-speaker Infinity surround-sound audio system. Bluetooth is a stand-alone option on both Veracruz trims.

Conclusion

The 2012 Hyundai Ceracruz is a great SUV that exhibits such qualities as advanced handling,a smooth ride and great exterior and interior features.  It also has many standard safety features such as anti-lock brakes, stability control and anti-whiplash head restraints.  If you are in the market for a great looking SUV that has a great ride, you should definitely loook at the 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.

Some of the information for this review was obtained through newcartestdrive.com