Hyundai ix55 Debuts in Paris, Available with New 3.0 V6 Diesel

If you haven’t noticed it already, the iX55 is the European spec version of the North American market Veracruz SUV. Hyundai claims that the 7-seater ix55 has been extensively re-styled and re-tuned to match European requirements and driving styles. To put it simple, the Euro-spec ix55’s dynamics have been recalibrated, with updated suspension and a more direct and feelsome steering set-up while the only available engine option in Europe will be Hyundai’s all-new 3.0-litre V6 CRDi turbo diesel. -Continued

Hooked up with a six-speed automatic gearbox, the diesel engine delivers an output of 240 PS at 3,800rpm and 451Nm of torque at 1,750-3,500rpm. According to the Korean firm, the all-wheel-drive ix55 accelerates from zero to 100km/h (62mph) in 10.4 seconds and onto an electronically limited top speed of 200km/h (125mph), while returning a fuel economy figure of 9.4lt/100km (25 mpg US) on the European combined fuel cycle.

Standard equipment levels in Europe will include suede-covered seats – electrically adjustable for the driver – RDS radio and a high-specification Infinity MP3-compatible audio system, multi-function trip computer, rear privacy glass, blue backlit instrumentation, dual-zone climate control with separate controls for rear passengers, a leather-wrapped fully adjustable multifunction steering wheel and cruise control.

Hyundai iX55 makes European Premiere at Moscow Show

Hyundai chose the Moscow International Auto Show to reveal the European version of the Veracruz SUV. Following the company’s European alphanumeric nomenclature, the Veracruz will be called ‘iX55’ in the European and Russian markets. As you can see in the official photo above, there are no styling changes compared to the North American version of the large SUV. However, Hyundai supported in its Spartan press release that the iX55’s suspension has been reworked. -Continued

Details are still scarce, but it is said that the iX55 will be available in Europe and Russia with a new V6 turbo diesel engine delivering an output of 240 PS. The iX55 is expected to go on sale before the end of the year.

Via: Autoblog.nl , Source: Hyundai

Hyundai Veracruz Revealed to the Press

Hyundai presented the brand new Veracruz to the Korean press today. Can't say I'm excited from the pictures, as the Veracruz looks more like a stretched Santa Fe with "egg eyes" rather than a new upmarket SUV. In Korea the 7seater Veracruz will be offered in 2WD & 4WD versions, both fitted with a 3.0 V6, 240 Hp engine. While it's already announced that the US version will get a 3.8 V6 powerplant, for Europe, it's still uncertain if the Veracruz will come at all. Stay tuned on Carscoop for the official press release

Links : Brochure, Teaser Video & Promotional Video

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Hyundai Veracruz : Exclusive Official Video Reveals All !

This is the first official video of Hyundai's upper mid-size SUV that's due to be revealed tomorrow. Apart from learning that the Korean version of the Veracruz gets a 3.0 V6 240 Hp engines this video also reveals how confident the folks over at Hyundai are for their new SUV. Towards the end of the video we here a Korean asking "What are the reactions from the Germans & the Japanese ? " to get an alarmed response from both parts...

Links : Hyundai Veracruz Pictures & Video Teaser

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2007 Hyundai Veracruz : Leaked brochure, including photos & Korean Price List

Following yesterday's revelation of Hyundai's 2007 Veracruz SUV through a picture gallery & video we've got our hands now on a new set of scanned images from a leaked brochure. While the brochures include new information (+prices for the Korean market) on Hyundai's upper mid-size SUV, unfortunately though, it all seems "Korean" to us.
UPDATE: Check out the official video here

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2007 Hyundai Veracruz : First Pictures & Video !

A couple of days before the official unveiling in the Korean market, Hyundai has given us a few teaser photos of its brand new 2007 Veracruz SUV. I also managed to get the video teaser -sorry about the watermark, where among others; we get to see the prototype during test runs.

Judging from the first pictures, Hyundai-s mid-size SUV design looks like an evolution of the smaller Santa Fe while the interior is full of "Lexus RX" hints. Coincidently, according to Hyundai, the Veracruz will compete primarily with upper midsize crossovers including Honda Pilot, Nissan Murano, Subaru B9 Tribeca and of course, the Lexus RX350.

Equipped with a standard 3.8 liter V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission, Veracruz's standard features include equipment like Hyundai's HideawayTM third-row seat (50/50 split fold-into-the-floor seat, offering flexibility for up to seven passengers), all-wheel drive, standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC), standard side-airbags, as well as side-curtain airbags for all three rows of passengers.

PS: What to do you think about Hyundai's idea with the Key Chain teaser photo down bellow? Don't know about you, but my mind went straight to an older Audi commercial...

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2007 Hyundai Veracruz SUV Picture Update

Oh, boy, those "annoying" camera-phones did it again: they caught the 2007 Hyundai Veracruz with its pant's down... showing off its interior beauties. Too be honest though, I can't say that I’m aroused by the looks of it. Looks too simple, too Korean for me, but hey, who'd expect something different anyway.

In case you've missed it, here's the official Hyundai press release on the 2007 Veracruz plus a few exterior pictures:

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 HideawayTM 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.

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The Godfather: Hyundai Christens Its Upcoming Mid-Sized SUV, Veracruz

Hyundai is getting ready to broaden its car line-up according to a announcement made by a company spokeswoman. The ninth vehicle in Hyundai's 2007 line-up will be called "Veracruz" -after the Mexican state, and it's a mid-sized 7seat SUV that will be equipped with a 3.8 V6 engine and a 6speed auto transmission.

According to the Koreans, the Veracruz will compete in the same sector as the Nissan Murano and the Subaru B9. Sales will start in the US in the first quarter of 2007. Although there are no official pics yet, a few images have leaked in the net giving us a rough idea to how the Veracruz will look like.

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