2012 Hyundai Veracruz

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Rating7.7

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Midsize SUV
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$28,345 - $36,195
Starting Price 
$5,661 - $6,999
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Excellent value-orientation

Confined space compared to competitors

A redesigned front grille and heated rear seats are standardized on the Limited model

Premium interior

Awkward steering feel

Extensive warranty period

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 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Buick Enclave, 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 $36,195. 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.

Buying Advice

The Hyundai Veracruz Limited is the trim level to choose. The Limited trim comes standard with a host of features including leather seating, a dual-zone automatic climate control system, power front seats, heated rear seats, and more.

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
    $34,495 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

$28,280- $39,855

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.96

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

255 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

7

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$28,345- $36,195

Gasoline

7.67

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

257 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

7

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$30,595- $35,895

Gasoline

7.3

256 hp @ 6000 rpm

247 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$32,835- $46,810

Gasoline

7.87

288 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

8

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$36,500- $45,765

Gasoline

7.88

288 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

7

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$29,725- $35,125

Gasoline

8

273 hp @ 6250 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

7

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$28,620- $40,970

Gasoline

7.13

250 hp @ 5700 rpm

253 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

8

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$29,660- $41,035

Gasoline

8.08

281 hp @ 6300 rpm

266 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

8

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$31,090- $40,630

Gasoline

7.98

270 hp @ 5600 rpm

278 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$23,295- $31,695

Gasoline

7.71

170 hp @ 5600 rpm

170 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.8 sec--
    6.8 sec15.4 sec122 mph
    7.2 sec15.8 sec115 mph
    7.3 sec15.6 sec-
    7.4 sec15.8 sec132 mph
    7.5 sec--

    2012 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.
      18 mpg29 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.333/499.5 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg20.5 gal.389.5/533 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg17.4 gal.330.6/452.4 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg18 gal.360/486 mi.
      20 mpg25 mpg22 mpg19.2 gal.384/480 mi.

      2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        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.

        2012 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.
          17.2 cu.ft.139.4 cu.ft.100.7 cu.ft.
          10.3 cu.ft.145.7 cu.ft.95.4 cu.ft.
          47.2 cu.ft.97.3 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.
          21 cu.ft.151.7 cu.ft.80.7 cu.ft.
          32.2 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.68.9 cu.ft.

          2012 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.-
            71.3 cu.ft.34.3 cu.ft.71.3 cu.ft.-
            11.8 cu.ft.37 cu.ft.72.5 cu.ft.-
            68.7 cu.ft.35.1 cu.ft.68.7 cu.ft.-Jeep USA
            100.7 cu.ft.17.2 cu.ft.100.7 cu.ft.-
            54.5 cu.ft.24.1 cu.ft.116.9 cu.ft.-

            2012 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.1753 lbs.4658 lbs.
              5200 lbs.1755 lbs.4656 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1285 lbs.4050 lbs.
              5000 lbs.1700 lbs.4400 lbs.

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