Hyundai Tucson sits right in the competitive medium size AWE SUV segment. Over the years it has evolved and the latest update in April 2021 brought a host of significant improvements, some class leading to the range.
Tucson comes in three models, with an N Line option pack available on all of them. There is also a choice of three engines, a normally aspirated petrol, a turbo petrol and a turbo diesel engine. There is 2WD and AWD choices as well as three transmissions that are aligned to engine choice.
My pick is the Highlander in either the 1.6L turbo petrol or 2.0L diesel. It comes with a stunning array of comfort and safety features and is packed with little luxuries.
One thing I particularly like is the tablet style driver instrument panel. It looks a little like its stuck in there but works a treat and is a clue to the future of information for drivers.
The other thing that stands out is the driving dynamics, smooth and quiet on suburban roads, cruisy on the freeway and complaint on our back roads that can be a little rough.
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Pricing for the Tucson starts from $34,500 through to $53,000 plus the usual costs.
The Tucson is also a finalist in our sister publication OzRoamer COTY awards
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What is good? | What is not so good? |
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Model | Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Highlander AWD SUV |
| Model Price | $50,400 MLP* |
| Engine | 1.6L T 4 Cyl Petrol |
| Drivetrain | AWD 7 Speed Sports Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Power | 132kW @ 5500rpm |
| Torque | 265Nm @ 1500-4500rpm |
| Safety | 5 Star ANCAP |
| CO2 Emissions | 164 g/km |
| Economy ADR/ Capacity | 7.2 L/100km / 54L |
| 0-100kmh/Top Speed | N/A |
| Servicing | 12 Mths / 10,000km Service plans |
| Warranty | 5yr/ Unlimited km with 1 Yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.
Overall Rating | 86/100 | |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 | |
| Comfort | 9 | |
| Equipment | 9 | |
| Performance | 8 | |
| Ride and Handling | 8 | |
| Practicality | 9 | |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 | |
| 7 | |
| Technology / connectivity | 9 | |
| Value for Money | 8 |
*Towing and Off Road capability is measured relative to other vehicles in the class. It is not to be used as a measure against vehicles in other classes.
Dimensions | |
| Overall Length | 4630mm |
| Wheelbase | 2755mm |
| Width / Height / Turning Circle | 1865mm / 1665mm / 11.8mts KTK |
| Unladen ground clearance / wading depth | Up to 181 mm / TBC |
| Approach / RO / Departure | 18.3 / 17.5 / 25.6 degrees |
| Boot Space Min / Max L | 539L / 1860L |
| Kerb Weight / Payload / GVM / GCM | 1656kg / TBA / 2190kg / 3840kg |
| Towing Capacity / Tow Ball rating | 1650kg / 100kg |
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- Behind the Wheel - 9/109/10
- Comfort - 9/109/10
- Equipment - 9/109/10
- Performance - 9/109/10
- Ride and Handling - 8/108/10
- Practicality - 9/109/10
- Fit for Purpose - 9/109/10
- Towing/Off Road Capability* - 7/107/10
- Technology / connectivity - 9/109/10
- Value for Money - 8/108/10
Summary
Hyundai Tucson sits right in the competitive medium size AWE SUV segment. Over the years it has evolved and the latest update in April 2021 brought a host of significant improvements, some class leading to the range.
Pricing for the Tucson starts from $34,500 through to $53,000 plus the usual costs.
