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#140 of 164 Re: Veracruz SE AWD [posystm] by showbizk Nov 06, 2008 (7:54 am)
Replying to: posystm (May 29, 2008 12:31 pm) 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. Replies to this message: posystm (Nov 19, 2008 1:51 pm)
#141 of 164 Re: Hyundai Veracruz Real World MPG [showbizk] by carbuyer11 Nov 06, 2008 (11:26 am)
Replying to: showbizk (Nov 06, 2008 7:34 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. Replies to this message: mjb56 (Nov 08, 2008 7:33 pm)
#142 of 164 Vera Cruz marketing by broadsword Nov 06, 2008 (7:11 pm)
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??? Replies to this message: carbuyer11 (Nov 09, 2008 5:07 am)
#143 of 164 Re: Hyundai Veracruz Real World MPG [carbuyer11] by mjb56 Nov 08, 2008 (7:33 pm)
Replying to: carbuyer11 (Nov 06, 2008 11:26 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.
#144 of 164 Re: Vera Cruz marketing [broadsword] by carbuyer11 Nov 09, 2008 (5:07 am)
Replying to: broadsword (Nov 06, 2008 7:11 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.
#145 of 164 Real World MPG by jmaulsby Nov 10, 2008 (2:42 pm)
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! Replies to this message: broadsword (Nov 10, 2008 7:41 pm) indysabre (Nov 19, 2008 9:24 pm) acdii (Jan 09, 2009 8:46 am)
#146 of 164 Re: Real World MPG [jmaulsby] by broadsword Nov 10, 2008 (7:41 pm)
Replying to: jmaulsby (Nov 10, 2008 2:42 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. Replies to this message: indysabre (Nov 19, 2008 9:24 pm) acdii (Jan 09, 2009 8:46 am)
#147 of 164 Re: Veracruz SE AWD [showbizk] by posystm Nov 19, 2008 (1:51 pm)
Replying to: showbizk (Nov 06, 2008 7:54 am) Since the 2nd resurfacing of the rotors at around 15k, the pulsation has not returned (now at 23k), and no the pads were never replaced.   Even when driving with a light foot, I can't seem to get above 22 mpg (SE FWD). So now I live with 18-19 mpg and drive normally, especially since gas is now half price now
#148 of 164 Do most of you run regular or premium gas? by indysabre Nov 19, 2008 (9:24 pm)
Replying to: broadsword (Nov 10, 2008 7:41 pm) Do most of you run regular or premium gas?   Just got a new 2008 FWD limited. Manual says run at least 87 octane or use 91 octane for improved performance.   I had a 2003 Honda Accord that ran fine on regular but was known to get 10 more HP on premium. I ran regular for 60,000 miles with no trouble at all.   I think we are just going to run regular but wanted to check in for some additional info.   We appear to be getting about 15 in city driving now.   We will probably change to Synthetic 5-30 at the first or second oil change. In my other cars this seems to increase MPG by 3-6%. Replies to this message: acdii (Jan 09, 2009 8:46 am)
#149 of 164 Re: Do most of you run regular or premium gas? [indysabre] by acdii Jan 09, 2009 (8:46 am)
Replying to: indysabre (Nov 19, 2008 9:24 pm) The little known fact about the VC is it is designed to run on 87, but can adapt itself to run on 93, which means it can increase HP by retuning the EMC for the higher Octane, putting the engine on par with the one in the Lexus. Most cars cannot do that, they are designed to run on either 87 octane, or 91,2,3 octane. The technology is similar to flex fuel cars, they detect the type of fuel and setup the EMC accordingly. However, the VC is not a Flex fuel, do not run E85 in it or you will damage a lot of parts.   So far after 9200 miles and nearly a year of driving, I see ~18 daily mixed highway/city, and 24 highway. The Highway for me is your typical two lane 55MPH road with stop signs, which is why the mileage is low, but when I get on the tollway and can hold a steady 65MPH, I see it jump to 24 MPG. I am pleased with the MPG it gets, far better than the Exploder I had which got 13-17, never did I get above 18 in it, no matter how I drove it.

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