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Re: MPG - 2007 Veracruz [jmaulsby]
by mjb56
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Oct 10, 2008 (4:06 pm)
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Replying to: jmaulsby (Oct 01, 2008 8:06 am)
With 31K mi. on the vehicle I still get 24-25hwy and 20 city consistently. It's simply been a great vehicle all around. Folks that ride with me who haven't been exposes to a VC before always ask "what kind of vehicle is this?" in amazement at the build quality and quietness. Had mine since 7/1/07. Still love it.
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FWD MPG vs AWD MPG
by ppborceb
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Oct 23, 2008 (3:07 pm)
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I would like to have those of you who are nice enough to share your real-life mpg experiences with us, please indicated whether your vehicle is FWD or AWD, because AWD is a heavier vehicle and this could be the reason for the swing in mileage, not just city vs highway or a combination of city & highway.
This would be very helpfull information in your reports going forward.
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- #139 of 164
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Re: Hyundai Veracruz Real World MPG [tidester]
by showbizk
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Nov 06, 2008 (6:34 am)
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Replying to: tidester (May 27, 2007 9:58 pm)
2008 AWD Best I can do for a tank has been 22+ I am extremely disappointed, Expected 20-26 (trip 26, obviously). Does anyone know if this vehicle has deceleration fuel cut-off (DFCO)? It doesnt appear to,,,
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- #140 of 164
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Re: Veracruz SE AWD [posystm]
by showbizk
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Nov 06, 2008 (6:54 am)
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Replying to: posystm (May 29, 2008 11:31 am)
Hi, Mr. Hockman. We took delivery of our 08 AWD at the end of April this year. We have had exactly the same pulsing of brakes from higher speed stops, e.g., exiting a freeway ramp, braking from 45 or so to a stop. Right now, about 6300 miles on the car, and we've taken one long trip (OH-Myrtle Beach and return). Gas mileage sucks as far as I'm concerned; I expected on trips to get nearer 25 than 20. So far, my overall is just under 20, but the trend is higher and I hope to consistently see 20+ soon (computed). I am also changing to Mobil 1 0-20 if Hyundai Service doesn't object. It does concern me that you stated your pusling returned shortly after the re-surfacing of the rotors. Have you had the pads replaced, and if so, has the pulsing returned?
I should say that overall, we really love this vehicle.
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Re: Hyundai Veracruz Real World MPG [showbizk]
by carbuyer11
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Nov 06, 2008 (10:26 am)
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Replying to: showbizk (Nov 06, 2008 6:34 am)
I'm not sure why you are "extremely" disappointed. Your expectations are both above EPA estimates. In my experience, these estimates are usually very close to reality. This is a BIG, heavy vehicle, especially with AWD. I think 22-23 on the highway is all you should be expecting. Heck, this is what new '09 Pilot owners will be experiencing and that is with Honda's cylinder deactivation system.
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Vera Cruz marketing
by broadsword
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Nov 06, 2008 (6:11 pm)
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Does anyone have any idea why there is virtually no marketing of the Vera Cruz? I remember a couple of years ago the really effective commercial where the lady mistakes the VC for her Lexus - it got me to the dealership, and we ended up buying. The wife and I are very happy with the VC, but find it odd that we never see it advertised ANYWHERE! I see ads on TV all the time for the Santa Fe, but never the Vera Cruz - what's up???
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Re: Hyundai Veracruz Real World MPG [carbuyer11]
by mjb56
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Nov 08, 2008 (6:33 pm)
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Replying to: carbuyer11 (Nov 06, 2008 10:26 am)
I consistently get 24-25 on the highway when I go the speed limit. I have a 2007 GLS AWD. It used to be a bit better but then they mandated 10% ethanol in our area and the mileage dropped. Try a tank just doing exactly the speed limit on the highway. You'll be surprised at the impact it has.
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Re: Vera Cruz marketing [broadsword]
by carbuyer11
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Nov 09, 2008 (4:07 am)
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Replying to: broadsword (Nov 06, 2008 6:11 pm)
I raised the same question exactly 1 year ago on this forum (check page #2- "Hyundai needs a new marketing department"). It's like the vehicle doesn't even exist in Hyundai's lineup. It was like that a year ago and things haven't changed.
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Real World MPG
by jmaulsby
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Nov 10, 2008 (1:42 pm)
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I have a 2007 FWD with 20,000 miles. I seldom experience stop and go in my North TX commute, but when I do MPG drops to 15. My daily commute ranges from 20 mph to 60 mph and my mileage is 21 MPG. On long highway stretches at 60 MPH I get 24 MPG. All North TX gas has 10% ethanol.
I never understood the lack of advertising either. Hyundai had a hidden agenda with the Veracruz and apparently not concerned about widespread advertising. The sales figures per month have always been low. As owners, we drive one of the "rarest" vehicles on the road today!
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Re: Real World MPG [jmaulsby]
by broadsword
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Nov 10, 2008 (6:41 pm)
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Replying to: jmaulsby (Nov 10, 2008 1:42 pm)
Not sure whether to be concerned or flattered - safety in numbers and all. It does make me a bit worried about trade in value and overall value retention. My wife loves it and wouldn't trade it for a Lexus or a Mazda 9 - looked at both. She has a lot of local driving (hill country) - up and down hills, stop and go, and gets 20mpg. Highway = 22-24. I tend to be a little more heavy footed and am doing good to get 19-20 highway; of course, that's at 80-90mph, but all on regular. Ever notice a difference running premium?
One little improvement I would recommend on the VC is a warning that the rear hatch is open. I carelessly backed out of the garage (almost) with it open and right into the open garage door - luckily only minor damage, but major damage to the ego.
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