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This is the number sold in June. It's good!
I don't know. 10,519 Pilots, 11,253 Highlanders, 14,204 Explorers, 4,639 MDXs, 1,955 CX-9s. Compared to these, 1,549 Veracruz doesn't seem like very many. For comparison 8,460 Santa Fes sold and BMW and Volvo sold way more X5s and XC-90s.
1. It's the smallest of the bunch,
2. Dealers don't seem to have much of them, especially the Limited model, and
3. Have you seen this thing advertised much on TV?
So the combination of all 3 means there's not much excitement and word of mouth. I wouldn't go as far to say that Hyundai botched the launch, but let's just say I'd love to see a Limited model and I can't find one...
This is an unknown model, I'd bet you ask anyone on the street, few would know the existence of the Veracruz. Let alone the Hyundai brand. Even then, how many would give a try b/c of the badge on it. A good amount of posters here would but we know it's a good product, as opposed to many others which still percept the past history.
FWIW, the Veracruz has had increases every single month, without any heavily campaign, which should begin shortly, IIRC - this is a good sign.
I don't think it will sell 10K/month anytime in the near future, but anywhere between 2-3K/month is very respectable for a car that go as high as 38K loaded.
Also, the Veracruz is high in demand so that's another good sign, the available units are sitting on most dealers' lots in single-digit days.
Too bad, either they didn't have enough Limited's or the Hyundai brand is hurting sales. I would have thought 4000 a month was a good goal to shoot for, especially since they got the good review from Motortrend and used in ads. It was on the Yahoo home page.
I am considering waiting for the '08 Veracruz because there is rumor that it will be offered with Navi. Can anyone confirm or deny this rumor and can I expect the '08's to start showing in Aug or Sept?
Craig
Here's my dilemma. Should I wait the 4 months(if the BBB and Hyundai will agree) and hold out for the Navi '08 or should I not risk putting miles on my Santa Fe that Hyundai is buying back(more miles the more I pay in usage fee). The wife is also concerned that if something happened to the Santa Fe in these four months that it would complicate the Non-Lemon law replacement the BBB ruled.
Craig
Another plus: through the internet, it's a snap to get updates, certainly easier than going through the hassles of a DVD based factory unit. Just my 2 cents worth- I wouldn't wait for the '08's if you're in a unique situation with your Santa Fe.
Thanks for your insight. We also have a portable Garmin(C320) that I enjoy and understand each and every point you make. They are all solid. Some other considerations would be a Back-up camera(most SUVs come with 'em) and all the great radio interface touch screen buttons. Aside from that I'm thinking if we got an '08 we'd save a year depreciation.
Craig
I used WMP11 to create my compilation.
http://www.hyundainews.com/Media_Kits/2008_Models/Veracruz/Press_Release.asp
I was thinking the same thing. The is a big negative for those that purchased a 07 loaded, but is an incentive for us that are waiting for the 08's. The Veracruz was not on the top of my list, but with the new standard features, it is moving up fast.
i looked over that news release for the veracruz 08 and it looks very appealing that the limited will have some of the extras as standard but my question is whether the saddle/black leather option will be available w/out having to get the ultimate package? is the ultimate package even going to be an option? i didn't see it in the bulletin. if anyone's heard anything, please let me know , thanks :confuse:
The main reason that has kept us from buying a Vera Cruz was the double talk on its towing capacity. Will Hyundai sell the '08 with a towing package (hitch, larger s/view mirrors, oil pan, transmission mods)? For 3500lbs?
The dealer I spoke with said he wouldn't answer any questions about trailering (he wouldn't even let me see the owner's manual)until we bought the vehicle. And said Hyundai never adds tow hitches--that is after market. But doesn't Hyundai offer Santa Fe or Tucson with towing?
I am getting my 07 VC at the end of this month. It is a GLS model, but different than the US model. There are no options available. Only 2 models, the GLS and the Limited. All our VCs are AWD.
The GLS has black leather, sunroof, power drivers seat, conversation mirror, 18" wheels, auto temp driver/pass. Sort of like your premium, with a package.
The Cdn Limited adds the proximity key, 110v inverter, 10 speaker Infinity, DVD, door sill scuff plates, memory seat, pedals, electrochromatic side view mirrors,
power liftgate, chrome door handles, Homelink, LED rear lights. Saddle leather, in a reddish brown tone is also included. Love the leather, hate that colour.
Our colour choice includes the red, but not the dark blue. Mine is the Dark Bronze on black.
Cdn MSRP for the GLS is $39995, and the Limited, $46K. Hyundai, as well as everyone else, hasn't read the financial section of the newspapers to realize that our CDN $ is near parity with the US $$. So a loaded Limited is $38K US, we pay $46K CDN.
As much as I would love the loaded up Limited, $46K is just a wee bit too much for me to consider. Also, they are extremely hard to come buy. Most available around here are the owners' demos. So the very well equipped GLS will be it for me.
Also. Anyone tried getting a third "proximity" key? What happens if you have 3 people who want to have keys for the car.....Hmmmmmmmmm. I've had no luck in finding a parts or service person who knows how to get me a third key. Asked about 5 different dealerships and got 5 different answers.????????
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My guess is September! While some feel the Navi option is a waste of money we want it for not only the navi but the backup camera, bluetooth and great radio interface. Cant wait for the '08's to arrive!
Craig
Others (competitors) are bigger but then again, the overall length is also a lot longer than the Veracruz. I'd prefer the shorter car in this case for ease of parking. I think Hyundai shifted more on driver/passenger comfort then storage space, if needed, there are generous space with the third row down.
If you'll re-read my post, you'll see I was only trying to point out that the "rear crash" test conducted by the IIHS is not done on the vehicle itself, but on the seat, mounted to a test frame. So this test won't tell you, for example, to what extent the Veracruz's structure will protect occupants in a rear crash. The test only tells you how well the seats protect an occupant from injury (especially injuries of the neck). In fact, I think the test is only of the driver's seat, not the 2nd or 3rd row (in the Veracruz's case). So it won't tell you anything about how your children or my children are protected in a rear crash, unless they are driving the car (or maybe sitting in the front passenger seat if it's identical to the driver's seat).
1. Is the 07/08 Veracruz manual available online as a PDF?
2. Has the 2008 Veracruz pricing been released yet?
3. Will there be a towing package option for the 08? If not, can anyone provide a picture of what a third party option installed looks like?
1. Umm I dont think they reveal the manual to the public. Unless you are on their owner link.
2. Yes they did release it already. Pricing has been released for a week or more ago. Some 08 Veracruzes are already at the dealers with some having to wait an extra 1 to 2 weeks. Navi that wont come til later in the year. Maybe early next year.
3. Towing package could come. I dont have any pics of it. Ask your dealer or hyundai.
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