Hyundai has released a series of teaser sketches of the production version of its upcoming Santa Cruz pickup/ute, two weeks ahead of the official unveiling on April 15. Hyundai describes the Santa Cruz as a “sport adventure vehicle”, and claims it shatters both the SUV and pickup/ute segments of the […]
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Hyundai ute could adopt 3.3 twin-turbo V6, Ranger Raptor rival?
It’s no secret Hyundai is strongly considering the introduction of an all-new ute, which is expected to arrive in Australia within the next two years. But what we’ve heard is the local arm wants decent grunt from the company’s first-ever pickup. The ute project is still very much in its […]
Hyundai Australia pushing for ute, not likely to arrive until after 2020
At the national media launch of the third-generation i30 last week, Hyundai executives and engineers sat down with Australian media to discuss the company’s future plans, which included a few neat details about a potential ute to rival the likes of the Toyota HiLux. One arena which Hyundai Motor Company […]
Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup to be based on new Tuscon?
We’re edging closer and closer to finding out whether or not Hyundai is going to produce its first ute, inspired by the Santa Cruz concept. The model would take the form of the Santa Cruz concept, which was unveiled at this year’s Detroit Motor Show. Scott Margason, Hyundai America’s director […]
Hyundai Santa Cruz Pickup Concept revealed in Detroit
Hyundai has revealed the Santa Cruz Pickup Concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The concept showcases a fresh take on utility vehicles “for a new generation of buyers”. Hyundai says the Santa Cruz Pickup doesn’t focus on the traditional aspects of utility vehicles, instead it is […]