2011 Hyundai Veracruz

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Rating7.2

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$28,345 - $36,095
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Offers balanced ride quality and handling

Not as spacious as it's rivals

Some packages and features such as rear DVD entertainment, navigation, and premium stereo are no longer available

Has good crash test scores and also offers a long warranty

Not particularly engaging to drive

Good value vehicle with refined interior

Lacks factory installed rear-seat DVD entertainment system

Specs & Features

$30,245

price

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

257 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.8L 6cyl AWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Honda Pilot, the Mazda CX-9, and the Ford Explorer. Spread across 2 trims, the Hyundai Veracruz starts off at a base price of MSRP $28,345 and carries on to $36,095. Its 3.8L V6 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 260 horsepower and 257 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 8.3 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the Hyundai Veracruz manages to get a combined EPA rating of 19 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 8.1 inches. 

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Buying Advice

While the base GLS trim level is quite attractive, we recommend the Limited trim level as it offers better seats and a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column. It also offers an optional navigation package which the GLS trim lacks. 

Trims

    GLS
    $28,345 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 50-50 split-bench Third row seats
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Heated mirrors
    • Premium cloth Seat trim
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    Limited
    $34,395 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof

Compare to similar cars

Price

$28,345- $36,095

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.2

Horsepower

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

257 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

Capacity

7

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$35,865- $44,345

Gasoline

7.93

288 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

7

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$29,370- $40,250

Gasoline

7.71

281 hp @ 6300 rpm

266 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

8

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$22,245- $33,645

Gasoline

7.23

173 hp @ 6000 rpm

166 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$28,360- $39,535

Gasoline

8.08

290 hp @ 6500 rpm

255 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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$27,640- $38,775

Gasoline

7.64

285 hp @ 6500 rpm

253 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$32,000- $45,380

Gasoline

7.37

288 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

8

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$28,320- $40,670

Gasoline

7.33

250 hp @ 5700 rpm

253 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

8

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$30,215- $42,295

Gasoline

8.04

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$19,995- $33,895

Gasoline

7.58

175 hp @ 6000 rpm

169 lb.-ft. @ 3750 rpm

5

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2011 Hyundai Veracruz vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.8 sec--
    6.6 sec14.1 sec144 mph
    6.8 sec15.5 sec120 mph
    7.3 sec15.8 sec132 mph
    7.3 sec15.6 sec-
    7.5 sec--

    2011 Hyundai Veracruz vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg22 mpg19 mpg20.6 gal.350.2/453.2 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg24 mpg18 gal.360/486 mi.
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg16.4 gal.328/459.2 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg20.5 gal.389.5/512.5 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg17.4 gal.330.6/452.4 mi.
      22 mpg27 mpg22 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/499.5 mi.

      2011 Hyundai Veracruz vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        190.6 in.76.6 in.68.9 in.8.1 in.110.4 in.
        205 in.78.4 in.70.4 in.7.2 in.118.9 in.
        201.8 in.79 in.72.5 in.8.4 in.118.9 in.
        200.7 in.78.2 in.69.9 in.7.4 in.118.9 in.
        200.2 in.76.2 in.68 in.8 in.113.2 in.
        197.1 in.78.9 in.70.4 in.7.6 in.112.6 in.

        2011 Hyundai Veracruz vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          13.4 cu.ft.150.6 cu.ft.86.8 cu.ft.
          24.4 cu.ft.153.1 cu.ft.116.4 cu.ft.
          17.2 cu.ft.139.4 cu.ft.100.7 cu.ft.
          10.3 cu.ft.145.7 cu.ft.95.4 cu.ft.
          32.2 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.68.9 cu.ft.
          21 cu.ft.151.7 cu.ft.80.7 cu.ft.

          2011 Hyundai Veracruz vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            86.8 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.86.8 cu.ft.-
            66.4 cu.ft.31.6 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.32.2 cu.ft.68.9 cu.ft.82 ft.
            30 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.87 cu.ft.77 ft.
            100.7 cu.ft.17.2 cu.ft.100.7 cu.ft.-
            73 cu.ft.23.3 cu.ft.115 cu.ft.-

            2011 Hyundai Veracruz vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1466 lbs.4266 lbs.
              6000 lbs.1047 lbs.4427 lbs.
              5200 lbs.1621 lbs.4790 lbs.
              5200 lbs.1755 lbs.4656 lbs.
              5000 lbs.-4557 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1285 lbs.4050 lbs.

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