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The Citizen
17-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Hyundai Alcazar has an ace up its sleeve against Chinese SUVs
The Grand Creta replacement's diesel engine delivers exceptional fuel economy. One thing Hyundai just keep doing right is filling little gaps in the market with budget-friendly family cars. The Hyundai Alcazar is another of these. Replacing the Grand Creta nameplate, the Alcazar takes over as a midsize seven-seater SUV that slots in above the Creta and below the Tucson in the ever-growing range of SUVs on offer by Hyundai. Hyundai Alcazar ups the ante 'The new Hyundai Alcazar personifies our business model. To offer real value at an affordable price to buyers. We showed our intent with the recent launch of the Hyundai Exter and the recently upgraded Hyundai Tucson, where we managed to offer an even lower entry-point to the model range, while significantly upgrading our features,' says Gideon Janse van Rensburg, CEO of Hyundai Automotive South Africa. 'The Hyundai Alcazar is not just stepping in for the Grand Creta – it is a major upgrade. For one, it comes with a lower starting price than the model it replaces, making premium family travel more accessible to South Africans,' adds Stanley Anderson, Sales and Operations Director at Hyundai Automotive South Africa. ALSO READ: Hyundai Alcazar officially priced as 'facelift' Grand Creta With the business talk out the way, what does the Hyundai Alcazar offer and drive like? You have the choice of 2.0 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that delivers 117kW of power and 191Nm of torque to go with a claimed top speed of 190km/h and a fuel consumption number said to be 7.5 litres per 100km. This engine choice is only available on the entry-level Executive spec derivative that retails for R499 900. This is cheaper than the model it replaces. A horizontal lightbar is a highlight at the rear. Picture: Hyundai Power outputs misleading The Citizen Motoring did not drive this derivative at the launch, but we did get to sample the 1.5 litre turbodiesel in top of the range Elite spec. This engine is also available in Executive spec and these two derivatives retail for R599 900 and R669 900 respectively. In a reduced and rationalised range, all three derivatives are paired with an easy shifting six-speed automatic transmission which is perfectly suited to the Hyundai Alcazar's urban, people carrying nature. Talking of which, the turbodiesel plays its part here with a power output of only 85kW that you might think is not enough. But when you add to this the 250Nm on tap, you have sufficient drive and urge for everyday type commuting. What is even better is that even though the claimed fuel consumption number is already set at a low 5.9 litres per 100km, we easily achieved less than this on the media launch drive. And this is what Hyundai is trying to hammer home. You can buy a product from another manufacturer, especially the Chinese, and the upfront price might be better, but when your new vehicle is using close on five litres more per 100km at over R20 a litre of fuel, the long-term impact of this will be felt in your pocket. ALSO READ: Facelift Hyundai Alcazar coming to South Africa not as Grand Creta Lots of creature comforts As expected at this level, you get the convenience of the second row of seats having fold-out tables (Elite only) and all three rows get USB charging. For some added practicality both rear rows fold completely flat, transforming the Hyundai Alcazar from a family SUV into a cargo hauler in seconds. The Hyundai Alcazar has a fully digital instrument cluster. Picture: Hyundai The cockpit features a high-resolution dual-screen display that keeps you connected through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It features convenient touches like wireless charging and easy-to-use climate and audio controls with physical buttons so you don't have to spend forever trying to change the aircon or audio. For safety, the Hyundai Alcazar comes equipped with six airbags, ISOFIX anchors for child seats (top and bottom), and a comprehensive suite of electronic safety systems including stability control and hill-assist features. The Elite model takes safety even further with advanced driver assistance features like blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control, all of which reduce driver fatigue on long trips and can help in preventing accidents before they happen. Hyundai Alcazar pricing Alcazar 2.0 MPI Executive AT – R499 900 Alcazar 1.5 CRDI Executive AT – R599 900 Alcazar 1.5 CRDI Elite AT – R669 900 *Pricing includes seven-year/200 000km warranty and three-year/45 000km service plan.
Zawya
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
New Hyundai South Africa CEO appointed
Hyundai Automotive South Africa has announced Stanley Anderson as its CEO, effective 1 July 2025. Anderson, who currently serves as sales and operations director at Hyundai Automotive South Africa replaces Gideon Jansen Van Rensburg, who will be taking up the role of CEO of Motus SA Retail, effective 1 July 2025. Anderson brings a wealth of experience, expertise and a proven track record of success in the automotive industry and has been instrumental in driving the company's sales and operations – including the launch of various Hyundai vehicles in South Africa. He started his career at Mercedes Benz South Africa in 1989. During his 11 years with them, he held several positions in dealer development, corporate sales, product planning, and marketing. He joined Hyundai Automotive South Africa at the beginning of 2001 and was appointed as marketing director in 2004 and sales and operations Director in 2015. 'I am humbly honoured to be given this huge responsibility of leading Hyundai Automotive South Africa at such a pivotal time in the South African automotive industry. 'I am cognizant of the challenges that lie ahead but equally embrace and look forward to leading a group of hardworking, talented and committed Hyundai Automotive South Africa team members,' stated Anderson.
The Citizen
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Hyundai Alcazar lands in SA: Here's pricing and spec
Hyundai has revealed the Alcazar for its local SUV line-up, and with it, official pricing and specification. Set to slot between the Creta and more premium Tucson, the Alcazar essentially replaces the Grand Creta. Looking for a new set of wheels? Find it here with CARmag. 'The new Hyundai Alcazar personifies our business model. To offer real value at an affordable price to buyers. We showed our intent with the recent launch of the Hyundai Exter and the recently upgraded Hyundai Tucson, where we managed to offer an even lower entry-point to the model range, while significantly upgrading our features,' says Gideon Janse van Rensburg, the CEO of Hyundai Automotive South Africa. The South Korean automaker adds that it is a major upgrade from the Grand Creta, and comes with a starting price lower than the model it replaces. Sales and operations director at Hyundai Automotive South Africa Stanley Anderson went on to add that it makes premium family travel more accessible to South Africans. Related: 2025 Toyota GR Yaris Pricing Unearthed On the exterior, the Alcazar features Hyundai's H-style LED DRLs, connected by a centre light bar. The styling ethos continues as quintessentially Hyundai, and includes a sizable front grille and 18-inch diamond-cut wheels. Unlike the Chinese rivals playing in the segment, the model features an oil burner alongside a traditional naturally aspirated ICE. Car Mag has already driven the diesel, find the impressions below. The former is 1.5-litre and includes a turbocharger and is good for 85kW and 250Nm while the latter is a 2.0-litre that outputs 117kW and 191Nm. Both are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, no manuals included. Drive modes can be toggled by a selector and include Eco, Sport, Snow, Mud or Sand. Related: Review: Hyundai Alcazar 1.5 Executive Diesel AT Hyundai adds that the interior is where the Alcazar shines. Aside from the three rows and seven seats, the second row boasts fold-out tables (in the Elite model only) and all three rows get USB charging. If not hauling kids around, both rear rows fold completely flat, which Hyundai adds turns it into a cargo van in a matter of seconds. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, and Anderson adds that physical buttons have remained. On the Elite model, a panoramic sunroof, customisable LED lighting and vented front seats are always included. Standard across the line-up are six airbags, Isofix anchors and a comprehensive suite of safety features. The Elite model ups the ante with advanced driver assistance features like Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Keep Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control. Hyundai Alcazar pricing Hyundai Alcazar 2.0 MPI Executive AT – R499 900 HyundaiAlcazar 1.5 CRDI Executive AT – R599 900 Hyundai Alcazar 1.5 CRDI Elite AT – R669 900 Every purchase includes Hyundai's seven-year/200 000km warranty and a three-year/45 000km service plan. Browse thousands of new and used cars here with CARmag. The post Hyundai Alcazar Lands in SA – Pricing and Spec appeared first on CAR Magazine.
IOL News
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Hyundai SA appoints Stanley Anderson as new CEO
Hyundai Automotive South Africa has appointed Stanley Anderson as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Anderson is a familiar presence at Hyundai SA, currency serving as the company's Sales and Operations Director. He will take up the new role on July 1, 2025. Current CEO Gideon Jansen van Rensburg is taking up another role within the Motus group, where he will head up its Retail division from the beginning of July. 'Anderson brings a wealth of experience, expertise and a proven track record of success in the automotive industry and has been instrumental in driving the company's sales and operations - including the launch of various Hyundai vehicles in South Africa,' the company said. Anderson began his career at Mercedes-Benz SA in 1989, and held several sales and marketing related positions until joining Hyundai at the beginning of 2001. 'I am humbly honoured to be given this huge responsibility of leading Hyundai Automotive South Africa at such a pivotal time in the South African automotive industry,' Anderson said. 'I am cognizant of the challenges that lie ahead but equally embrace and look forward to leading a group of hardworking, talented and committed Hyundai Automotive South Africa team members,' he added. IOL
