Description
HYUNDAI SANTA FE 2.2 CRDi PREMIUM AUTO 4WD 7-SEATER
2017/67 |75,000 miles | Full Hyundai History | 1 Owner | Phantom Black Pearl
“The ultimate do-it-all family SUV – 200 bhp, proper 4WD, 7 seats, panoramic roof… and one of the most capable tow cars in its class.”
This top-spec Premium SE is not just a school-run luxury cruiser – it’s a genuine 2-tonne tow vehicle and surprisingly capable off-road when you need it.
Proven Towing Power
• 2,000 kg braked towing capacity (perfect for caravans, horseboxes, boat trailers or large twin-axle trailers)
• 440 Nm of torque from just 1,750 rpm – pulls from low revs without drama
• Self-levelling rear suspension (factory-fit on Premium models) keeps headlights level and ride height correct when loaded
• Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) built into the ESC system – automatically brakes individual wheels if sway is detected
• Towing tip: Switch to “Manual” mode and hold 3rd or 4th gear on long descents for smoother engine braking. The 6-speed box has a proper tow/haul mode feel even without a dedicated button.
Real 4WD & Light Off-Road Ability
• Hyundai’s intelligent AWD system with active torque split (up to 50:50 front/rear when needed)
• Centre diff lock button (press and hold 3 seconds at low speed) – locks torque 50:50 for mud, snow, gravel or slippery boat ramps
• 187 mm ground clearance + good approach/departure angles – will comfortably handle forest tracks, muddy fields, snowy lanes and grass campsites
• Hill Descent Control (works down to 3 mph) – brilliant for slippery field exits or steep caravan site ramps
• Off-road tip: Turn ESC fully OFF (long press the button) for deep mud or snow – allows wheelspin to clear clogged tyres. Full-size spare wheel under the boot floor means you’re never stuck.
Owner’s real-world feedback (from forums & reviews):
• Regularly tows a 1,800 kg Bailey caravan – “effortless and rock-solid stable at 60-65 mph”
• Used all winter in the Scottish Highlands – “never once needed recovering, even on untreated icy roads”