2011 Hyundai Veracruz: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is that heated front seats became optional rather than standard on the GLS trim. Otherwise, it is a quiet carryover year with no redesign or major mechanical, styling, safety, or technology updates.
About the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz
1st generation (2007-2012), late-cycle model year just before the mild 2012 styling update.
Hyundai positioned the Veracruz as a comfort-focused three-row crossover with a quieter, more upscale feel than many mainstream family SUVs. The pitch centered on seven-passenger usefulness, smooth V6 power, a hushed cabin, and convenience features usually associated with more premium crossovers. In plain terms, the Veracruz was Hyundai’s family SUV for shoppers who wanted space and comfort first, not truck-like toughness or sporty handling.
The GLS is the family-focused core of the lineup, with seven-passenger seating, rear climate controls, a power driver seat, parking sensors, and a fold-flat third row. The Limited has a more upscale feel, adding leather, heated front seats, a power tailgate, dual-zone climate control, a sunroof, proximity-key entry, and an Infinity audio system. Both trims use a 3.8-liter V6 and a 6-speed automatic transmission.
What changed, by category
2011 Hyundai Veracruz specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.8 Liter | V6, 3.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Shiftronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 16 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 260 hp |
| Torque | 257 lb-ft | 257 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 86.8 cu-ft | 86.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31.5 in | 31.5 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Heated Windshield | ||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Subwoofer | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Third Row Seat | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz compared with the 2010 model?
The main change is that heated front seats became optional rather than standard on the GLS trim. The engine, transmission, seven-passenger layout, styling, safety equipment, and GLS/Limited trim structure otherwise carried over.
Was the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz redesigned?
No, the 2011 Veracruz was not redesigned. It remained part of the first generation and received no meaningful styling, chassis, or structural update for this year.
Did the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2011 Veracruz kept its 3.8-liter V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission across both trims.
Which 2011 Hyundai Veracruz trim has standard heated front seats?
The Limited trim has standard heated front seats. On the GLS, heated front seats are optional for 2011 rather than standard.
Does every 2011 Hyundai Veracruz have seven-passenger seating?
Yes, both the 2011 Veracruz GLS and Limited have seven-passenger seating with a fold-flat third row.