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West Australian
4 days ago
- Automotive
- West Australian
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid gets price hike, petrol variants unchanged
All Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles are now $1500 more expensive than before, and there are no corresponding specification changes. The price increase came into effect last month (on May 1, 2025) and doesn't affect non-hybrid versions of the large SUV. It sees the Santa Fe Hybrid range now open at $57,000 before on-road costs for the entry-level front-wheel drive variant, making it $4000 more expensive than the equivalent front-wheel drive petrol variant. The petrol-electric range now tops out at $76,500 before on-roads for the flagship Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy, which is also $4000 more than the purely petrol-powered Calligraphy. Hyundai Australia confirmed the reason for the price increase was to align the Santa Fe with other models from the brand that offer both petrol and hybrid powertrains. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now . There's now a consistent $4000 divide between petrol and hybrid variants in the lineup, instead of $2500. The same $4000 gap can be found between turbocharged 1.6-litre and hybrid versions of Hyundai's Tucson mid-size SUV, and between front-wheel drive petrol and hybrid versions of the Kona small SUV. This 'realignment' comes perhaps as no surprise, given the current-generation Santa Fe launched here initially only with hybrid power in May 2024, with petrol power not arriving until December. Had the Hybrid been launched at its new price, the base price for the Santa Fe lineup at the time would have leapt by over $10,000. The Santa Fe Hybrid features a turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol-electric powertrain mated with a six-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive. Total outputs are 172kW of power and 367Nm of torque, with claimed combined cycle fuel economy of 5.6L/100km. Petrol-only variants employ a larger 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. They're also offered with either front- or all-wheel drive. Non-hybrid Santa Fe vehicles produce 206kW and 422Nm, and consume 9.3L/100km. Both powertrains run on 91-octane regular unleaded fuel, but petrol vehicles can tow more (2000kg versus 1650kg). To the end of April, Hyundai has sold 2141 Santa Fes in Australia this year. That's up 78.3 per cent on the same period last year, though during that time the previous-generation model was in runout. Some of the Santa Fe's increase in popularity may have come at the expense of the larger Palisade SUV, which at 678 sales is down 35.8 per cent. Both of Hyundai's large SUVs are being outsold by the Santa Fe's decidedly different-looking corporate cousin, the Kia Sorento , of which 3284 examples were delivered to the end of April. This figure was down 8.9 per cent. A new-generation Palisade, bringing the option of hybrid power for the first time, is due to arrive in Australia during the fourth quarter of 2025. It's expected to be pricier than Hyundai's current-generation flagship SUV. Hyundai has previously said it expects sales to be split approximately 60:40 between the Santa Fe and the new Palisade once the new version of the latter arrives here. MORE: Everything Hyundai Santa Fe
7NEWS
4 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid gets price hike, petrol variants unchanged
All Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles are now $1500 more expensive than before, and there are no corresponding specification changes. The price increase came into effect last month (on May 1, 2025) and doesn't affect non-hybrid versions of the large SUV. It sees the Santa Fe Hybrid range now open at $57,000 before on-road costs for the entry-level front-wheel drive variant, making it $4000 more expensive than the equivalent front-wheel drive petrol variant. The petrol-electric range now tops out at $76,500 before on-roads for the flagship Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy, which is also $4000 more than the purely petrol-powered Calligraphy. Hyundai Australia confirmed the reason for the price increase was to align the Santa Fe with other models from the brand that offer both petrol and hybrid powertrains. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. There's now a consistent $4000 divide between petrol and hybrid variants in the lineup, instead of $2500. The same $4000 gap can be found between turbocharged 1.6-litre and hybrid versions of Hyundai's Tucson mid-size SUV, and between front-wheel drive petrol and hybrid versions of the Kona small SUV. This 'realignment' comes perhaps as no surprise, given the current-generation Santa Fe launched here initially only with hybrid power in May 2024, with petrol power not arriving until December. Had the Hybrid been launched at its new price, the base price for the Santa Fe lineup at the time would have leapt by over $10,000. The Santa Fe Hybrid features a turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol-electric powertrain mated with a six-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive. Total outputs are 172kW of power and 367Nm of torque, with claimed combined cycle fuel economy of 5.6L/100km. Petrol-only variants employ a larger 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. They're also offered with either front- or all-wheel drive. Non-hybrid Santa Fe vehicles produce 206kW and 422Nm, and consume 9.3L/100km. Both powertrains run on 91-octane regular unleaded fuel, but petrol vehicles can tow more (2000kg versus 1650kg). To the end of April, Hyundai has sold 2141 Santa Fes in Australia this year. That's up 78.3 per cent on the same period last year, though during that time the previous-generation model was in runout. Some of the Santa Fe's increase in popularity may have come at the expense of the larger Palisade SUV, which at 678 sales is down 35.8 per cent. Both of Hyundai's large SUVs are being outsold by the Santa Fe's decidedly different-looking corporate cousin, the Kia Sorento, of which 3284 examples were delivered to the end of April. This figure was down 8.9 per cent. A new-generation Palisade, bringing the option of hybrid power for the first time, is due to arrive in Australia during the fourth quarter of 2025. It's expected to be pricier than Hyundai's current-generation flagship SUV. Hyundai has previously said it expects sales to be split approximately 60:40 between the Santa Fe and the new Palisade once the new version of the latter arrives here.
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid gets price hike, petrol variants unchanged
All Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles are now $1500 more expensive than before, and there are no corresponding specification changes. The price increase came into effect last month (on May 1, 2025) and doesn't affect non-hybrid versions of the large SUV. It sees the Santa Fe Hybrid range now open at $57,000 before on-road costs for the entry-level front-wheel drive variant, making it $4000 more expensive than the equivalent front-wheel drive petrol variant. The petrol-electric range now tops out at $76,500 before on-roads for the flagship Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy, which is also $4000 more than the purely petrol-powered Calligraphy. Hyundai Australia confirmed the reason for the price increase was to align the Santa Fe with other models from the brand that offer both petrol and hybrid powertrains. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert There's now a consistent $4000 divide between petrol and hybrid variants in the lineup, instead of $2500. The same $4000 gap can be found between turbocharged 1.6-litre and hybrid versions of Hyundai's Tucson mid-size SUV, and between front-wheel drive petrol and hybrid versions of the Kona small SUV. This 'realignment' comes perhaps as no surprise, given the current-generation Santa Fe launched here initially only with hybrid power in May 2024, with petrol power not arriving until December. Had the Hybrid been launched at its new price, the base price for the Santa Fe lineup at the time would have leapt by over $10,000. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The Santa Fe Hybrid features a turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol-electric powertrain mated with a six-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive. Total outputs are 172kW of power and 367Nm of torque, with claimed combined cycle fuel economy of 5.6L/100km. Petrol-only variants employ a larger 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. They're also offered with either front- or all-wheel drive. Non-hybrid Santa Fe vehicles produce 206kW and 422Nm, and consume 9.3L/100km. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Both powertrains run on 91-octane regular unleaded fuel, but petrol vehicles can tow more (2000kg versus 1650kg). To the end of April, Hyundai has sold 2141 Santa Fes in Australia this year. That's up 78.3 per cent on the same period last year, though during that time the previous-generation model was in runout. Some of the Santa Fe's increase in popularity may have come at the expense of the larger Palisade SUV, which at 678 sales is down 35.8 per cent. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Both of Hyundai's large SUVs are being outsold by the Santa Fe's decidedly different-looking corporate cousin, the Kia Sorento, of which 3284 examples were delivered to the end of April. This figure was down 8.9 per cent. A new-generation Palisade, bringing the option of hybrid power for the first time, is due to arrive in Australia during the fourth quarter of 2025. It's expected to be pricier than Hyundai's current-generation flagship SUV. Hyundai has previously said it expects sales to be split approximately 60:40 between the Santa Fe and the new Palisade once the new version of the latter arrives here. MORE: Everything Hyundai Santa Fe
Edmunds
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Edmunds
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Long Term Update: Luxury on a Budget?
Hyundai offering a luxury trim might seem a little incongruous considering the same company has a legitimate luxury brand known as Genesis. However, Hyundai isn't alone in this. Think about the Chevy Tahoe and its High Country trim, which offers a ton of luxury features even though the mechanically similar Cadillac Escalade exists. It's because the brands appeal to different kinds of buyers, and along the same lines, some Hyundai shoppers would never think of shopping at a Genesis store. It also lets those who have fallen in love with the Santa Fe's blocky styling get a few extra bells and whistles. What does the Calligraphy add? Our Santa Fe cost us $51,425 with the $1,415 destination charge included, with the only options being the $1,000 matte-finish paint job and $210 carpeted floor mats. Opting for the Calligraphy gets you Nappa leather seats, which are softer than the regular leather you get in a Santa Fe Limited, and they feature eight-way adjustability for the passenger. There's also a "relaxation" setting for the driver and front passenger, which reclines and adjusts the seat into an optimal napping position when you're parked. You also get two wireless charging pads instead of one, a head-up display on the windshield, two-tone leather on the steering wheel, a faux suede headliner, and a more advanced driver assist system. In the rear, the second row gets a pair of ultra-comfy captain's chairs instead of the three-across bench in the rest of the lineup.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Tested: 2025 Hyundai Palisade
The 2025 Hyundai Palisade does the job of being a straight-laced, three-row family hauler exceptionally well. Hyundai's big SUV will even moonlight as a near-luxury car in the top-shelf Calligraphy trim tested here. It won't win any track meets like a Ford Explorer ST might with its twin-turbo V-6; nor will it encourage you to test its agility like a Mazda CX-90. Instead, Hyundai focuses on the fundamentals of screwing together a massively spacious, tech-laden, and comfortable-to-drive machine, and that's what wins the day for a whole lot of SUV buyers. Our expert editors test every vehicle we review. Read more about how we test and review cars here. Only one engine is offered in the 2025 Palisade, that being a naturally aspirated 3.8-liter V-6. This is paired with an eight-speed automatic and the choice of either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Output is healthy enough at 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. The Palisade also features a useful tow mode for smarter transmission logic, and all-wheel-drive models max out at 5000 pounds of towing capacity. It's also worth noting the presence of an XRT (Extreme Rugged Terrain) model, but that's only an appearance package for the Palisade, unlike other more capable Hyundai models, such as the Ioniq 5 XRT, wearing the name. Vehicle tested: 2025 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Night Edition Base Price: $55,515 Price as tested: $56,200 Location: Royal Oak, MI Engine: 3778cc V6 Power: 291 hp @ 6000 rpm Torque: 262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm Transmission: 8-speed auto, all-wheel drive Weight: 4356 pounds EPA MPG: 19 / 24 / 21 (city / highway / combined) Driving the Palisade isn't a highlight, but neither is it a lowlight. The large V-6 has respectable torque, but its peak isn't made until 5200 rpm. Some of its turbocharged rivals inherently offer more low-down grunt and don't make you work as hard for meaningful acceleration. The eight-speed auto is seamless and remains in the background, provided you prefer taking things slow and easy. Putting your foot on the throttle while already in motion trips up the transmission sometimes, as it takes annoyingly long to kick down and does so with a lack of decorum and an occasionally abrupt grab from traction control. There's nothing acoustically exciting about this workhorse V-6, though, so "easy does it" is a fine motto to live by. I didn't have any qualms with the Palisade's ride comfort. There were no crashing or uncouth noises from the chassis, and poor road surfaces are well damped from inside the insulated cabin. Steering remains about as vague and light as I'd deem acceptable—ideal for somebody who wants an effortless experience but vague and lifeless in corners. Throw in body roll, the slow reactions of the all-wheel-drive system, a soft brake pedal, and the dull transmission response, and the Palisade discourages any sort of enthusiastic motoring. Few people want lively handling from a three-row at this price point, of course, and those who do should make a beeline for the Mazda CX-90. The dynamic indifference is disappointing but not devastating to the Hyundai's mission. More important than performance is the quiet cabin at highway speeds, plus easy parking-lot maneuverability thanks to an abundance of cameras and favorable sight lines from the boxy design. But while Hyundai hits these fundamentals, I still found myself wishing for a sharper driving experience. My test car was the Calligraphy Night Edition, which, as its name suggests, uses a range of black upholstery and dark trim throughout. The lined wood paneling emulates the similar styles offered by Mercedes-Benz and other luxury makes, but other Palisade trims make more use of natural wood and metal finishes that are less gloomy and more appealing to those who prefer a lighter ambience. Upscale touches like the suede headliner, contrast trim piping, and customizable lighting worked with the big screens to imbue an entry-level luxury vibe to the Calligraphy's cabin. Hyundai hasn't updated the Palisade with its latest ccNC (connected car Navigation Cockpit) infotainment system yet, which is worthy of a serious demerit for the older system's lack of wireless smartphone mirroring. Only wired CarPlay and Android Auto work, and the native infotainment system is on the slow side. The menu structure and various functions are at least easy to wade through, but I know from other cars that the next-gen system is a big improvement. On the bright side, the Palisade has buttons and dials that are easily found and operated for all vital controls. Even the steering wheel is expertly designed with a combination of buttons and toggles I found easy to use while keeping full attention on the road. Second-row status is hardly worse than the first with plenty of space for car seats not to intrude on the first row's legroom. Moving the second row forward is just a one-touch button away, clearing the step-in zone to the third row in a hurry. Even the third row is large enough for average-size adults to get comfortable and still leave space for storage behind it, which is something you can't say for Hyundai's other three-row, the Santa Fe. A $56,200 Palisade is encroaching on the base price of several great luxury three-rows such as the Volvo XC90, the Lexus TX, and even the Genesis GV80. All of these are better drivers than the Palisade, but they lack the completely loaded feature set Hyundai offers on the Calligraphy trim at this price point. And while I wouldn't characterize the Palisade as the gadgets and gizmos special, the plentiful space in all three rows makes it a great family car to the point where the uninspired driving experience isn't a total deal-breaker. The closely related Kia Telluride should be as much a consideration here as this Palisade, with the major differences being design inside and out. Hyundai skews its aesthetics further toward elegance and traditional luxury, while Kia pursues a more rugged style, particularly with the Telluride X-Line Pro soft-roader. A hybrid option could extend the Palisade's reach to compete with more efficient options such as the Toyota Grand Highlander, the Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid, and others. A big update for the Palisade is approaching, though, and while the current one still emphatically checks so many boxes, it getting caught up with its quick-moving competition is something to look forward to. Plentiful space and packaging for both people and cargo. Great use of buttons, knobs, and toggles for easy adjustment. The value proposition, with a huge number of features for a competitive price. The powertrain is nothing special. Limited fun-to-drive factor. Still being stuck on wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in 2025 is a glaring miss. The Night Edition pictured here swaps out the nappa leather seats for a "premium microsuede" material. There's almost nothing dynamic about the Palisade whatsoever, but these seats add a bit of sporting flavor. The new material is delightfully grippier than the slick leather of the regular Calligraphy and was not brutally cold on first encounter in a frigid Michigan winter. You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car
