The all-new Hyundai Sante Fe will soon be offered
with two electrified powertrains as part of the automaker’s plans to increase
its fleet of EVs and hybrids. The first electrified variant will be a traditional hybrid
while the second will be a slightly more advanced plug-in hybrid.
Most notably, the carmaker sells the eye-catching Ioniq Plug-in
Hybrid, though it is unlikely this car’s powertrain will be used for the Santa
Fe. While it is entirely possible Hyundai will develop a new hybrid system for
the Santa Fe, there’s also a chance the 2.0-liter petrol powertrain of the Kia
Optima PHEV could be featured for the plug-in hybrid SUV.
The new Santa Fe only landed in the UK earlier this
month. It will initially be offered with a 2.2-liter CRDi ‘R’ diesel engine
that incorporates selective catalytic reduction and NOx trap alongside a DPF
particulate system. This engine outputs 197 hp and 324 lb-ft of torque with
drive sent through either the front wheels or all four wheels.
Customers who opt for the all-wheel drive Santa Fe
receive the firm’s HTRAC system. This system offers Sport, Comfort and Eco
modes to allow the driver to alter the level of torque distribution.
