History/Overview
The Hyundai Tucson served as the Korean brand's crossover starting point since the mid-2000s. This small utility's last full design came in 2015, and Hyundai refreshed it in 2019. It now has two models that slot below it: the Kona (introduced in 2018) and the even smaller Venue, which is new for 2020.
What's New / Key Changes from Last Year
For its 2020 model year, the Hyundai Tucson gains a new 2.0L Preferred w/Sun & Leather trim that adds a panoramic sunroof and leather seating to the Preferred model. Those items were formerly only available in conjunction with the a number of other features and in more expensive configurations.
Available Trims
Hyundai offers the Tucson in six trims: 2.0L Essential, 2.0L Preferred, 2.0L Preferred w/ Sun & Leather, 2.4L Preferred w/ Trend Package, 2.4L Luxury and 2.4L Ultimate. Engines are 2.0L and 2.4L four-cylinders. AWD is optional with the 2.0L and standard with the larger engine and both powerplants come matched with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Standard Features
2.0L Essential starts things off with 17-inch steel wheels with covers, LED daytime running lights, automatic on/off headlights, fog lights, heated and power-adjustable side mirrors, a windshield wiper de-icer, cloth upholstery, a six-way manual driver's seat, heated front seats, Bluetooth, USB and auxiliary inputs, a 7.0-inch infotainment display, a six-speaker stereo, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, air conditioning, cruise control, tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, keyless entry, lane keeping assist, lane departure warning, and forward collision avoidance assist.
2.0L Preferred models add 17-inch alloy wheels, front solar control glass, heated rear seats, lighted vanity mirrors, leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift lever, a heated steering wheel, passive keyless entry, and blind spot alert with lane change assist and rear cross traffic warning.
The Sun & Leather package adds leather upholstery and a panoramic sunroof.
2.4L Preferrred Trend brings 18-inch wheels, front and rear silver skid plates, an eight-way power driver's seat with lumbar, satellite radio, dual-zone automatic climate control, BlueLink, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and an integrated garage door opener. This package also reverts to cloth seating.
The 2.4L Luxury package reinserts leather upholstery and adds a chrome grille, deluxe door scuffs, artificial leather-wrapped dash panels and an electric parking brake.
Finally, 2.4L Ultimate trim gets 19-inch wheels, LED headlights and taillights, chrome door handles, rain-sensing wipers, 360-degree exterior camera views, a power front passenger seat, ventilated front seats, an 8.0-inch infotainment display with navigation, 4.2-inch digital gauge cluster display, forward pedestrian detection, driver attention warning, backup parking sensors and automatic high beams.
Fuel Economy
Hyundai's fuel consumption estimates are 10.0/7.9 L/100 km (city/highway) with the 2.0L engine and FWD; 10.8/9.2 L/100 km with the 2.0L/AWD combination; and 11.0/9.2 L/100 km for 2.4L/AWD variants.
Competition
The Tuscon's competitors are numerous and varied. From Korea comes the Kia Sportage, while Japan supplies the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan Rogue, Mazda CX-5, and Subaru Forester.
Domestic brands compete with the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Ford Escape, Jeep Cherokee, and Dodge Journey.
Germany's sole comer is the Volkswagen Tiguan.
This vehicle has not yet been reviewed