New Hyundai Veracruz [Merged]

[basti08]

It will be Hyundai's biggest vehicle to date and rising gas prices won't stop its arrival. It's likely to be called the 2008 Hyundai Mesa and judging from our spy photos it will be more than just big, it will be one of the most upscale vehicles in the Korean automaker's lineup.

Designed to slot above the new 2007 Santa Fe, the Mesa will fit somewhere between most current mid- and full-size SUVs in terms of its size. The name debuted on an oversize Kia SUV concept at the 2005 Detroit Auto Show, but Hyundai may pull rank on its partner company and use "Mesa" first.

Our fearless spy shooters measured the wheelbase of the prototype at 113.6 inches. That's nearly a foot longer than a Honda Pilot and only 3 inches shy of a Chevrolet Tahoe. So much space between the wheels should make for a decent amount of room between the three rows of seats while a more modest overall length of around 186 inches (Tahoe is 202 inches) will keep it garage-friendly.

Power will come from the same 3.8-liter V6 used in the Azera. It makes 263 horsepower and 255 pound-feet of torque in that application, but we wouldn't be surprised to see it tweaked for even more power in the Mesa. Coupled to a five-speed automatic, a 280-hp Mesa would be a solid performer. An on-demand all-wheel-drive system will be optional on this front-wheel-drive crossover.

Interior photos show a cabin design similar to the current Lexus RX 350 with large vertical vents framing a cascading center stack. Lexus uses metallic coloring to highlight its vents while Hyundai is going with the opposite color scheme by layering the entire stack with a metallic finish. To add even more color there's wood trim across the entire dash and slivers of chrome outlining the center console. The steering wheel also gets its share of metallic trim as well as a full array of satellite audio and climate control buttons.

Expect to see the official debut of this new Hyundai SUV later this year with U.S. sales beginning early next year.


---insideline.com

[basti08]

[basti08]

[basti08]

Hyundai is really growing...FAST!

[GlennSter]

hmmm...mukhang ok...lets wait for other reviews..hmm

[oldblue]

buti na lang hindi din saint yan Hyundai suv na yan . Hyundai Sta. mesa

[niky]

I'd Buy the Hyundai Santa Rosa if they ever build it.

I wonder if it's a smart move, considering the slowdown in sales of full-size SUVs this past year... but if they offer it with one of their new CRDi diesels, it'll sell.

[kimpOy]

STA MESA din yung inisip ko he..he

[Camgen6]

How about Hyundai LaMesa, yep, interior looks like the Lexus RX. Looks nice, SKs they just keep getting better and better.

[kiper]

bmw ba ung pinag gagayahan ng lay-out ng hyundai?

ganda ng dash..

[nestordreamin']

CRDi? Hmmm...

[basti08]

up...


hindi na sya Hyundai Mesa... another rather odd-sounding name for Hyundai's SUV.

Hyundai Announces Name of Future Upper Midsize Crossover


All-New 2007 Veracruz Continues Hyundai's Geographic Naming Convention

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Beautiful Gulf of
Mexico waters, serene beaches and Mexico's grandest port -- all reminiscent
of the Mexican state and the meaning behind the latest addition to the
Hyundai lineup: Veracruz.
The ninth vehicle to join Hyundai's 2007 model year lineup, the midsize
Veracruz will be larger than Honda Pilot, have more cargo volume than the
full-size Mercedes-Benz GL and offer sleek styling, a car-like ride and
premium features. Veracruz will also feature as standard equipment the
Hyundai Hideaway(TM) third-row seat, a simple-to-use 50/50 split
fold-into-the-floor seat, offering flexibility for up to seven passengers.
Equipped with a standard 3.8-liter V6 engine and six-speed automatic
transmission, Veracruz will offer an unprecedented combination of styling,
safety, comfort and convenience including available all-wheel drive,
standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC), standard side-airbags, as well
as side-curtain airbags for all three rows of passengers.
Veracruz will compete primarily with upper midsize crossovers including
Honda Pilot, Nissan Murano, Subaru B9 Tribeca and Lexus RX350.
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and
serviced through 725 dealerships nationwide.


SOURCE Hyundai Motor America

[theveed]

Parang Porsche yung headlight hehe.

[Horsepower]

probably 2.5L or 3.0L CRDi Turbo ilalagay dito.

baka Hyundai version of new Sorento.

[basti08]

actually it competes with more upscale SUVs namely Lexus RX350, Honda Pilot, Subaru B9 Tribeca, Nissan Murano etc.

so, its definitely not in the league of the Kia Sorento.

[msdubai]

Any current news about this suv. What is the prospect of being sold here in P.I.

[msdubai]

[msdubai]

[msdubai]

3.0, 240hp,/46nm/1700rpm... wowowee. magkano kaya sa pinas ito?

[PRPB]

According to a reliable source from HARI... Vercruz will be launch this coming March. And be ready for a price tag of P2.7M!