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The Citizen
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Why Hyundai Santa Fe has gone hybrid at the expense of diesel
While the seven-seater SUV goes for well over R1-million, it is huge on value. The quick facts are that the new 'love it, or hate it' styled Hyundai Santa Fe offers you seven seats, comes with a petrol-hybrid engine option along with all-wheel drive only and is now available locally for a cool R1.25-million. There was a time when the name Santa Fe meant something a bit different in the SUV world. A time when it was a soft, vaguely jellybean-shaped thing that could have easily got mistaken for a Hyundai Tucson, a Kia Sorento or any other generic SUV on the road, depending on the angle you looked at it. I like squared-off, boxy-type SUVs and for me it's the new Hyundai signature H-pattern lights and somewhat controversial/ugly rear of the new Santa Fe that works. In 2025, all you must do is take one look at the new Hyundai Santa Fe to see that if the old one was built to blend in, this one was built to stand out. ALSO READ: No longer boxed as Hyundai prices all-new, hybrid-only Santa Fe Hyundai Sante Fe drops diesel Staying with the controversial theme for a bit, as already said, you get one engine derivative choice only with the new Hyundai Santa Fe, and that is a petrol/hybrid combination. Under the bonnet is a 1.6-litre, four-cylinder, turbo petrol engine that churns out 132kW of power and 256Nm of torque. It works in conjunction with an electric motor for a system output of 175kW and 367Nm. Was it good out on the road during The Citizen Motoring's launch drive? Sure thing. The Hyundai Santa Fe was smooth and quiet too, with what felt like more than enough urge for a family mover. Even the fuel consumption was relatively good for a small capacity petrol turbo unit, albeit with some electrical assistance, and settled in around the mid-8L/100km during our media launch drive. The elephant in the room is a diesel one, and we all know how consumers love diesel down here on the tip of Africa, and in the Hyundai family there is that great 142kW/440Nm, 2.2-litre turbodiesel on offer in their Palisade. Love it or hate it – you cannot sit on the fence. Picture: Supplied Seamless hybrid driving Now, before you take pitch forks to Hyundai SA's HQ for doing this to you, you need to understand that this is the all-new Sante Fe, and the car's new platform does not support diesel powertrains. The good news for what it is worth, is that the hybrid system is self-charging, so no plugs and other electrically annoying stuff to worry about. Unless you want to be specifically in Sport mode or Eco driving mode, choose My Drive mode and let the new Hyundai Santa Fe decide when it wants to use petrol, or electricity, or both; and this it does seamlessly. And just in case using your Sante Fe means going a little off the beaten path, there are three Terrain modes: Sand, Mud and Snow. Paddle shifters control braking regen The only quirky thing that might throw you for a moment or two is that the steering wheel paddle shifters that are usually associated with changing gears are there to increase or decrease the amount of brake force electricity regeneration that is offered when you deaccelerate. I say quirky, because every other hybrid I have driven either offers this function via the touch screen or not at all. What is substantially less complicated is that this new Hyundai Santa Fe comes with a host of advanced safety technologies and a broad range of convenience features. The Hyundai Santa Fe features all the latest tech you'd expect in a R1-million plus car. Picture: Supplied Families will appreciate the six airbags as well as upper and lower ISOFIX points in both the second and third rows for the kids. Driver and passenger-controlled central door locks and automatic safety locks improves safety further. ALSO READ: Diesel boxed as Hyundai fully details all-new Santa Fe Safe as a house And the Smart Sense Safety features include the likes of 360-View Monitor, Drive-Attention Warning, Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Rear-Occupant Alert, Forward-Collision Avoidance Junction as well as the Lane-Follow Assist, among others. For entertainment purposes, the new Hyundai Santa Fe features a Bose premium audio system, and large touchscreen display, with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto available as standard, and all of which can pair wirelessly with your mobile device. The 12.3-inch instrument cluster shows all the car's vitals. Hyundai Santa Fe worth a second look Crossing the R1-million has become the norm for a car like the Sante Fe. In fact, its price puts this SUV right in the middle of at least 20 other similar products, ranging from an Audi to a BMW, to a Jeep, to a Ford, plus even a GWM Tank 500.
Reuters
4 days ago
- Health
- Reuters
Colombia Senator Uribe in emergency surgery for brain bleed-hospital
BOGOTA, June 16 (Reuters) - Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, who has been hospitalized since he was shot in the head earlier this month during a campaign event, has been transferred to emergency surgery for a brain bleed, the Santa Fe Foundation hospital said on Monday.
Auto Blog
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Hyundai Tucson Generations: How This RAV4 Rival Has Evolved
See all key updates across four generations of the Tucson. The Tucson Has Changed A Lot Over Just Four Generations As of 2025, the Hyundai Tucson is the brand's best-selling individual model in the United States, competing in the crucial compact crossover segment. No, it's not as popular as the Toyota RAV4 or Honda CR-V, but the Tucson is a more adventurously styled than both of those. Now in its fourth generation, here's a look at how the Hyundai Tucson generations have changed over the last two decades. 0:00 / 0:09 Nissan's revolutionary self-driving tech hits Japan's streets Watch More First-Generation (JM) Hyundai Tucson 2005 Hyundai Tucson 2005 Hyundai Tucson The first-generation Hyundai Tucson was launched in 2004 for the 2005 model year, with the last model year being 2009. Based on a platform shared with the Hyundai Elantra, the Tucson slotted in below the larger Santa Fe in Hyundai's range. Both front- and all-wheel-drive models were available, and engine choices were a 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 2.7-liter V6. Only the former had access to a five-speed manual, while all other first-gen Tucsons used a four-speed automatic transmission. V6 Hyundai Tucson models made 173 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque. Although lacking in performance and efficiency, the first-gen Tucson's rugged design and good practicality quickly established it as one of the brand's most important models. Second-Generation (LM) Hyundai Tucson 2010 Hyundai Tucson 2010 Hyundai Tucson On sale from the 2010 to 2015 model years, the second-gen Tucson – known as the iX35 in several other markets – had far curvier, more contemporary looks than the original model. This look extended into the cabin, too, with a more flowing dashboard layout. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. The V6 engine was dropped, leaving 2.0L and 2.4L four-cylinder mills. The 2.4L had similar power to the previous V6 but was a lot more efficient. Both transmissions were upgraded, as the LM Tucson saw the introduction of a six-speed manual and six-speed automatic. An experimental fuel-cell model was also offered. The 2014 model year saw the introduction of a facelifted Tucson, with the engines upgraded with direct injection. This change resulted in a 182-hp output for the bigger of the two engines. Third-Generation (TL) Hyundai Tucson 2016 Hyundai Tucson 2016 Hyundai Tucson The TL generation of the Tucson was on sale for the 2016 to 2021 model years in the United States. Larger than the outgoing model, the TL was also more advanced. A slew of new safety technologies and new turbocharged engines transformed this Tucson into a real contender. The manual transmission did not survive for the third-gen Tucson. Consumers could either go for a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with a six-speed automatic, a 2.4L with the same transmission, or a 1.6-liter turbo-four with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. With 175 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque, the first turbocharged Tucson was also more efficient, returning up to 28 mpg combined. The 2019 model year saw the introduction of a facelifted Tucson with some styling changes and a new dashboard design. Comfortable and feature-packed, all third-gen Hyundai Tucson model years make for good used buys, but steer clear of the underpowered 2.0-liter model. Fourth-Generation (NX4) Hyundai Tucson 2022 Hyundai Tucson 2022 Hyundai Tucson Arriving for the 2022 model year, the NX4 represented the crossover's most dramatic redesign yet; parked next to all other Hyundai Tucson models by year, it's clearly the most interesting to look at. The most daring aspect of the new look has to be the grille, which smartly integrates the vehicle's daytime running lights. This generation introduced both hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants. The former hits 38 mpg combined in its most efficient form, while the latter can travel for 33 miles on electric power alone. With 231 hp for the hybrid and 261 hp for the PHEV, both these Tucsons are also much more responsive than older, naturally-aspirated Tucsons. However, a base 2.5-liter engine with 187 hp kicks off the NX4 lineup. It has a new eight-speed automatic, but isn't as fun to drive as the Mazda CX-5. Inside, the latest Tucson has a comfortable and feature-rich interior, and rear-seat space is generous for adults. It also benefits from Hyundai's generous warranty, with 10 years or 100,000 miles of coverage for the powertrain. The NX4 Tucson was refreshed for the 2025 model year with revised styling, a dual-screen infotainment setup on upper trims, and a new steering wheel. Chiefly, it's the bold look and more powerful hybrids that have made this Tucson a lot more alluring. And, after the Tucson sold just over 60,000 units for its first full year on sale in the United States, it now surpasses 200,000 units annually. FAQs Is the Hyundai Tucson a good car? Yes, the Hyundai Tucson is a good car, and competes well against the class-leader, the Toyota RAV4. The current Tucson looks good, is comfortable, and has two efficient hybrid options. What is the difference between a Tucson SE and SEL? These are two different trims, with the SEL positioned above the SE. Looking at the 2025 Tucson, the SEL comes with a power driver's seat, heated front seats, wireless device charging, and dual-zone climate control. None of these are available on the SE. About the Author Karl Furlong View Profile
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Investigators note Santa Fe Suites fire began in utility closet; cause still undetermined
Santa Fe fire investigators still have not made a determination regarding the cause of a recent fire at a low-income apartment complex, but a report released this week includes some details firefighters noted from their response to the May blaze. The incident report notes the fire — which began in a utility closet on the first floor of a building at Santa Fe Suites — involved some "equipment," but fire investigators wrote the cause was "undetermined." The report states the building's alarms and sprinklers operated correctly in response to the fire. Santa Fe Fire Department Assistant Chief Sten Johnson said he wasn't sure whether the report meant to indicate the equipment appeared to be the cause of the fire or was just damaged, but he said the cause and origin of the fire will be determined in another report by a separate investigator. About three weeks have passed since the fire displaced all residents from one of the complex's eight buildings, and all of the tenants of building No. 5 remained at a Santa Fe hotel as of Friday. Two of the residents were taken to an area hospital for treatment of possible smoke inhalation following the fire; both were released in the days after the incident. Firefighters were sent to the fire just before 6 a.m. May 23; flames and smoke could be seen coming from an exterior stairwell on the building's first floor, fire officials said. Two residents who live in second-story units were each rescued by firefighters with ladders. The report states there were no "human factors" involved in the ignition of the fire, but Johnson said he didn't believe it necessarily ruled out the possibility of the fire being caused by a person. "The person who completed this report was the incident commander at the scene who ran the incident, who organized the attack and all the activities that took place that morning," Johnson said. "Another fire investigator would later show up and do the investigation — now that report is due 30 days after the incident, so I think we still have another week or more before that is available." The report states the building's detectors and mechanical sprinklers operated properly in response to the fire, alarming residents and releasing water. Firefighters noted the fire did not spread to any other buildings or structures. Residents from the building's 12 apartments had been displaced from their units for about three weeks as of Friday. The complex is located at 3007 S. St. Francis Drive near the Plaza Entrada shopping center at the corner of St. Francis and West Zia Road. A few of the tenants have criticized the property management company that runs Santa Fe Suites — Arizona-based Apartment Management Consultants — saying the company has done little to help them in the weeks since the fire displaced them from their homes. They have also expressed safety concerns about the property, which was converted into apartments for low-income and homeless people in recent years after serving as a hotel for decades. Some of the tenants said St. Elizabeth Shelter Corporation has helped them with hotel rooms and some meals in the meantime. The residents shared a letter they received from Matt Hijar, a manager at the property management company, earlier this month that noted the fire "originated in the electrical and was intensified due to the door being left open, allowing airflow by unauthorized access by a non-resident." The letter stated work was underway to restore the building to a livable state, but Hijar noted the company could not offer a timeline for residents' return to the building. He wrote the tenants' June rent balances "are being reviewed and we will communicate adjustments privately at a later date." Hijar did not return a call seeking comment Friday.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Santa Fe police: Man assaulted girlfriend, took car at gas station
A Texas man faces felony charges after, police say, he battered his girlfriend and drove off in her car outside a gas station in Santa Fe. Santa Fe police arrested Christopher Kenney, 44, at a house in Eldorado Thursday night, and he was booked into Santa Fe County jail. Officers were dispatched at about 5:30 p.m. Thursday to a Chevron gas station on St. Francis Drive in response to a report of a robbery — a woman told police Kenney had taken off with her car, with her two dogs and purse inside. The woman told police she had picked up Kenney from Austin, Texas, in recent days, and the two had arrived Wednesday at his parents' home in Eldorado, according to a probable cause statement filed by police. The two were sitting in her car outside the gas station Thursday when they began to argue about Kenney's drinking and she told him to get out of the car, she told officers. The woman said Kenney then grabbed her hair and dragged her across the center console of the car and out of the passenger-side door, police wrote. She said he then jumped into the driver's seat and sped off in her car, "nearly running her over as she moved out of the way to avoid being struck," the statement says. Officers found the woman's vehicle — and Kenney — at his parents' house in Eldorado, police wrote. Kenney told police the two had argued in the car outside the gas station, but that his girlfriend had gotten out of the car and he jumped into the driver's seat and drove off. Police noted, however, the woman had "large areas of redness and scratches deep enough to draw blood" as well as "a large chunk of hair hanging from one of [the woman's] bracelets." The woman told police she did not want to pursue charges against Kenney, but officers determined "an arrest was both reasonable and necessary in order to protect her from further domestic abuse," police wrote in the statement. Kenney faces charges of robbery, aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, battery against a household member, unlawful taking of a motor vehicle and receiving or transferring stolen motor vehicles, according to a criminal complaint filed Friday in Santa Fe County Magistrate Court. Kenney was scheduled to be arraigned on the charges Friday, but prosecutors requested for the hearing to be delayed to determine whether to request for Kenney to be held in jail pending a trial on the charges.
