2007 Hyundai Veracruz

The Veracruz, built solid with much safety engineering, starts at under $27,000 (base model); the Limited AWD, above, begins at $34,005. (Myung J. Chun / LAT)

Hyundai’s debt to Lexus edges toward larceny, with the faux-alloy finish on the geometrically organized triple-stack controls. (Myung J. Chun / LAT)

XM satellite radio and Bluetooth connectivity are just a couple of the standard features. (Myung J. Chun / LAT)

Hyundai’s Veracruz has styling and room to spare. (Myung J. Chun / LAT)