All new Hyundai Santa Fe 2019 to debut in early 2018?

The next-gen Santa Fe might be one of two Hyundai SUVs to be introduced next year.

It has recently been revealed on The Korean Car Blog that the next-generation Hyundai Santa Fe 2019 would very likely be launched in South Korea in February next year. Even though the exact release date was not mentioned, the news still makes sense as spy shots of the all new Santa Fe on the road test have been leaked all through the year.\

What is more, it was earlier confirmed by Dave Zuchowksi, Hyundai Motor America CEO in 2016 that there would be two Hyundai SUVs to be introduced in 2018. Latest updates on upcoming Hyundai cars can be found in our Complete guide to the Hyundai Philippines' local lineup.

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According to latest car news, the interior of the next-gen Santa Fe will come loaded with new head-up display and refreshed infotainment system and the outside will gain a big grille and split headlights borrowed from its brother KONA. In addition, the two-row Santa Fe Sport might have a new name while the three-row counterpart would be built bigger and tougher in terms of size and appearance. By doing so, the Korean carmaker aims to further distinguish these two models as customers usually get confused because of their similar appearance.

spy shot of the hyundai santa fe 2019

The existing Hyundai Santa Fe has been refreshed not only to look more rugged but also to make it more exciting to drive

The current-gen Santa Fe has also received a 2017 model year update including sharper design, enhanced infotainment, led lighting, convenience and improved safety.

No word yet when the all new Hyundai Santa Fe 2019 will hit other markets. However, it is expected that the new Santa Fe will arrive in North America soon after its South Korean premier.

In the Philippines, the current Philippine-spec Hyundai Santa Fe can be had from ₱1,748,000 to ₱2,533,000.

Know more about Hyundai Santa Fe 2024

Hyundai Santa Fe 2024

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is a five-door seven-seater mid-size crossover SUV. In the Philippine market, its three available variants are the entry-level GLS 2WD, the GLS AWD, and the top-spec Calligraphy AWD. These are priced at Php 2,410,000, Php 2,540,000, and Php 3,100,000 respectively.

Propelling the Santa Fe are two powertrains. For the Calligraphy, it gets a 2.5-liter turbocharged Smartstream gasoline engine that can output 277 horsepower and 422 Nm of torque. The GLS trims meanwhile, get a naturally-aspirated 2.5-liter Smartstream gasoline mill that puts out 191 hp and 246 Nm of torque.

Both GLS trims use an eight-speed automatic transmission, while the top-spec Calligraphy variant uses an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. The GLS is available in both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive (AWD), while the Calligraphy is exclusively AWD.

Size-wise, the GLS trims are 4,830mm long, 1,900mm wide, and 1,770mm in height. The Calligraphy has the same length and width, but it is slightly taller at 1,780mm.

Locally, the Hyundai Santa Fe competes against the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Subaru Evoltis, GAC GS8, and Ford Explorer, among others.

₱ 2,410,000 - ₱ 3,100,000

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