Dual-clutch transmissions are often chosen by automakers for their promise of crisp shifts, near-seamless power delivery, and improved fuel economy. They are commonly seen in sporty cars, like the lauded Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) in the 911s, but sometimes they do appear on more mainstream nameplates, such as the Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Cruz. But that’s about to change as soon as the Korean marque turns the leaf over to a new model year.
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