Off-road Hyundai Santa Fe XRT option packs arrive

Hyundai Australia has revealed full details on its adventure-ready XRT option packs, which can be added across its all-wheel drive Santa Fe range in Australia.

It comes after a dealership leaked information about the incoming accessory range which is offered in two guises: XRT Adventure and XRT Peak, priced at $6990 and $9990, respectively (including fitment).

As customer demand for more off-road capability on mainstream family SUVs continues to increase, expect to see more such products entering the market. For example, Subaru has confirmed a rugged new Wilderness sub-brand that will toughen-up the Forester and Outback vehicles initially, with more models to come.

Even the new Lexus GX luxury SUV has a rock-crushing 'Overtail' model grade that is currently the best-selling version of that vehicle in Australia right now.

Developed by Hyundai Australia in collaboration with the Hyundai America Technical Centre, a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty is extended to the option packs, when fitted by a Hyundai dealership at new vehicle purchase.

As we’ve previously reported, the more affordable XRT Adventure pack adds black 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Pirelli Scorpion A/T Plus tyres,?a 30mm suspension lift?(new springs, dampers, hubs), XRT-branded mud flaps and an underbody skid plate.

The $9990 XRT Peak pack meantime comes with all the same hardware as well as integrated side steps, roof racks and roof platform, bonnet protector and weather shields, all dark-tinted or black.

The beefed-up suspension and lift brings capability improvements over the regular Santa Fe, including more adventurous 19-degree approach and 22-degree departure angles, each marking a two-degree improvement.

The breakover angle is upped to 19 degrees, also an improvement of two-degrees.

Ground clearance is also upped to 210mm over the standard SUV’s 177mm.

Hyundai says two tyre sizes are approved for the XRT packs, with the Korean car-maker recommending either 235/65R17 108H or 245/70R17 110H.

“Our XRT option Packs enhance Santa Fe Hybrid's off-road capability to help our customers boldly explore the great outdoors,” said Hyundai Motor Company Australia chief executive, Ted Lee.

“The vehicle looks fantastic as an XRT, too,” he added.

How much does the XRT off-road pack cost?
XRT Adventure – $6990
XRT Peak – $9990

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