The new Hyundai Santa Fe R-Series Diesel has proven that it is the best SUV in its class (as far as fuel efficiency is concerned) after beating out other vehicles at the transcontinental Global Green Challenge. Showing a consumption of 5.1L/100km, the Hyundai Santa Fe R-Series beat its impressive official government-specified ‘combined cycle’ fuel consumption by 23.9%.
The Global Green Challenge is a gruelling, week-long crossing of the continent from Darwin to Adelaide. After seven days of intense competition, the new Santa Fe R diesel had consumed a total of just 160.46 liters of diesel fuel and achieved a low 137.67 grams of CO2 per kilometer. Check out the video below.
One car that has been quietly in the roster of vehicles of Subaru of America is the 2010 Subaru MY Outback. This all wheel-drive has been reported to achieve a 24MPG combined and 29 MPG, exhibiting better fuel economy than other vehicles under the same category. This includes the likes of the Toyota Venza, Volvo XC70, VW Passat, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ford Explorer.
“The all-new 2010 Subaru Outback combines great on- and off-road capability, comfortable space, incredible cargo carrying ability and fuel economy all for a great price,” said Tim Mahoney, senior vice president and CMO of Subaru of America, Inc. “We think this new Outback will really raise the bar in the crossover segment.”
The new Subaru Outback starts at an entry-level price of $22,995. It is a great alternative vehicle for customers looking for more room than a midsize sedan and features the off-road capabilities of an SUV.
The new Hyundai Santa Fe R-Series Diesel has proven that it is the best SUV in its class (as far as fuel efficiency is concerned) after beating out other vehicles at the transcontinental Global Green Challenge. Showing a consumption of 5.1L/100km, the Hyundai Santa Fe R-Series beat its impressive official government-specified ‘combined cycle’ fuel consumption by 23.9%.