Bafana Bafana star Teboho Mokoena showcases R1.2m Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena has offered a glimpse of the Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid available to him through his partnership with Hyundai South Africa, with the seven-seater SUV valued at more than R1.2 million.

Mokoena shared an image of the luxury vehicle on Instagram this weekend, highlighting the car’s position as one of the most prominent benefits associated with his agreement with the South Korean manufacturer.

The Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is regarded as a top-of-the-range family SUV, combining a bold exterior design with hybrid technology and a premium interior. Its seven-seat layout also gives it a practical appeal beyond its luxury features.

Mokoena appears to have access to the vehicle as part of his role as a Hyundai South Africa partner. The company’s list of high-profile partners also includes former Springboks World Cup-winning captain John Smit.

According to Cars.co.za, the Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid costs upwards of R1.2 million. Hyundai South Africa lists an estimated monthly payment of about R14,872, underlining the value of the vehicle now at Mokoena’s disposal.

The SUV is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine working alongside an electric motor. It uses a six-speed automatic transmission and is designed to offer a balance between performance, efficiency and comfort.

Those features could make the vehicle suitable for longer journeys, including potential road trips between Pretoria and Mokoena’s home in Bethlehem. The hybrid powertrain is intended to improve efficiency while retaining the space and convenience expected from a large family car.

Mokoena’s Instagram post comes as the Bafana Bafana star continues to attract attention both on and off the pitch. His Hyundai partnership places him among a group of prominent South African sporting figures associated with the brand.

The Santa Fe Hybrid’s combination of intelligent hybrid technology, a spacious seven-seat cabin and premium equipment places it firmly in the upper end of the family-car market. For Mokoena, the arrangement provides access to a vehicle with a listed value exceeding R1.2 million, rather than confirming that he has purchased it outright.

The post also follows wider attention around South African football, including discussion of Rulani’s reaction to the CAF Champions League draw and Mamkhize’s latest “streets won’t forget” moment.