2015 Hyundai Santa Fe SR unveiled for Aussie market

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The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe SR, revealed last year, will go on sale in Australia as the brand’s flagship SUV. The performance-oriented seven-seater sits alongside its SR siblings which include the Accent SR, i30 SR and Veloster SR. As it occupies the top spot in Hyundai Australia’s SUV range, the Santa Fe SR carries a premium of AU$6,750 (RM19,467) over the previous flagship Santa Fe variant, the Highlander AWD.

Based on the 2015 model year Santa Fe, the SR variant receives a set of aesthetic upgrades to help it project its sportier intentions. Goodies include a bodykit (comprised of a sportier front bumper design, side skirts and a rear diffuser) and a set of darkened 19-inch OZ alloy wheels wrapped in 235/55 Michelin Latitude Tour tyres. Added retardation comes from a set of four discs (340 mm front, 302 mm rear) clamped by four-piston monobloc Brembo calipers.

Additional work has been done to improve the capabilities of the Santa Fe SR’s suspension and chassis, as well. The Santa Fe SR is equipped with H&R performance springs that are 6% stiffer in front and 11% at the rear. The springs themselves are paired to Korean-made Mando dampers. Hyundai’s Flex Steer and Active On-Demand four-wheel drive system are featured.

With that said, mechanicals under the bonnet remain the same. The Santa Fe SR soldiers on with a turbocharged 2.2 litre diesel engine with 194 hp and 436 Nm of torque – power is distributed to the wheels via a six-speed automatic gearbox.

On the inside, the seats are trimmed in black leather with the driver’s unit receiving 12-way electronic-adjustability with lumbar support. The front seats are heated and ventilated while the second row receives only heating facilities. Elsewhere, the Santa Fe SR is equipped with front and rear parking sensors, a reverse camera, a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a powered tailgate.

The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe SR will be available with a choice of four exterior colour schemes – Creamy White (solid), Sleek Silver, Titanium Silver and Phantom Black. Prices begin at AU$59,990 (RM173,058), plus on-road costs. Aside from that, the facelifted Santa Fe is slated to go on sale in Australia later this year.

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An “actor” by training, Gregory Sze realised that he has had enough of drama in his life. Following his number one passion (acting was actually number two), he decided to make the jump into the realm of automotive journalism. He appreciates the simple things in life – a simple car with nothing but back-to-basics mechanical engineering and minimal electronics on board.

 

Comments

  • Altis 2013 1.8 - RM63k on Jun 23, 2015 at 11:23 am

    Habis la. Now Toyota sales are so bad, with this car, lagi Toyota sales will free fall.

    All the Korena bashers like Same Lorrrr and Sam Loo (ori1) will come and condemn Hyundai RV. But the truth is, Toyota RV is the worst now. In mudah, 2013 Altis 1.8 accident free going for RM68k (advertised). I called up, the guy desperate, want to sell even RM63k.

    Not bad. Brand new Altis RM139k. Not even 1 year 8 months, car can drop to half price.

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    • Same L0rrrr on Jun 23, 2015 at 12:37 pm

      In mudah, people can advertise whatever price to attract people to come. Wanna check out the real RV, come check out our topmark.com.my lar.

      If our Toyota RV is bad, kimchi RV will be worse. You better grab a kimchi now.

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      • paulnut on Jun 23, 2015 at 2:23 pm

        You are still proud with your saga.

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        • Same L0rrrr on Jun 23, 2015 at 4:06 pm

          I had said so many times till I am pissed: “If i have any Proton junk, I will give you for free.”

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  • Sam Loo ( ori1 ) on Jun 23, 2015 at 11:34 am

    This car got no RV. My son proton saga can sell more expensive than this junk after 1 year.

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  • Toyota Baby Salesman on Jun 23, 2015 at 11:39 am

    Today, Toyota salesman all cry like newborn baby. They are so bored, whole day at office, play whatsapp. The male Toyota salesman on the other hand, are in the UMW toilet masturbating. What to do? No sales. Showroom also empty

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  • No more Value on Jun 23, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    Kereta lembab RV.

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  • I wonder if there is a performance chip available for the SantaFe/Sorento…

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  • Same Lorr on Jun 23, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    Buy toyota better.. proton, kia & hyundai bad RV

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