Under the Hood

A 2.7-liter V-6 engine produces 181 horsepower and teams with a four-speed-automatic transmission in the GL V-6, GLS and LX models. The automatic transmission has manual-shifting capability. Used in the base GL edition, the Santa Fe’s 149-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine mates with a standard five-speed-manual transmission.

FWD and permanently engaged all-wheel drive (AWD) are available — the latter is intended to provide extra grip on slippery highway surfaces rather than for use on serious offroad treks. AWD sends 60 percent of the power to the front wheels and 40 percent to the rear wheels. No Low range is included.

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    Sunshade
    The sunshade will be opened with the glass panel automatically when the glass panel is slid.You will have to close it manually if you want it closed. CAUTION The sunroof is made to slide togethe ...

    22,500 miles (36,000 km) or 18 months
    ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (22,500 miles (36,000 km) or 36 months) ...

    Owner maintenance schedule
    When you stop for fuel: • Check the engine oil level. • Check coolant level in coolant reservoir. • Check the windshield washer fluid level. • Look for low or under-inflated tires. WARNING Be ca ...