Next-gen Hyundai Santa Fe set to debut in the Philippines in Q1/2024, Vietnam launch on the horizon

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc (HMPH) has just revealed that the highly anticipated fifth-generation Santa Fe is set to hit the Philippine market in the first quarter of 2024. Adding to the excitement, HMPH has brought in a few actual models for a special sneak peek in the country.

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The all-new Santa Fe, which was first introduced in July 2023, features a completely redesigned exterior inspired by the Land Rover Defender. This SUV boasts a boxy yet captivating design.

As for its dimensions, the all-new Santa Fe measures 4,830mm in length, 1,900mm in width, 1,720mm in height, and has a wheelbase length of 2,815mm. Compared to its predecessor, the new SUV is 45mm longer, 10mm taller, and boasts a 50mm longer wheelbase (with the width remaining the same).

Similar to its exterior, the interior of the all-new Santa Fe has also undergone significant upgrades. One of its standout features is a pair of high-resolution screens that combine a digital instrument cluster with an infotainment screen.

While detailed specifications for the Santa Fe in the Southeast Asian region are currently unavailable, the car is equipped with dual wireless charging, LED interior ambient lighting, Nappa leather upholstery, four-zone automatic climate control, and an intelligent driver-assistance system in other global markets. Notably, the Philippine version of the Santa Fe will come with a 7-seat configuration.

Under the hood, the all-new Hyundai Santa Fe for the Philippine market offers two drivetrain options. The first option is a 2.5L Theta III turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, which produces an impressive 281 PS of power and a maximum torque of 421 Nm in international markets. This engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and the brand’s HTrac all-wheel-drive system.

In addition to the 2.5L turbocharged engine, the Santa Fe will also be available with a 1.6L turbo hybrid engine. This hybrid engine delivers 230 PS of power and 350 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Trang Nguyen (Forum.autodaily.vn)

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