Reviews of the “Hyundai-Tucson” additionally indicate that the car belongs to the class of compact crossovers, is available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Production of the vehicle is established in South Korea, it was initially exported to the European and American markets. Later, unit production began in China, Brazil, Turkey and Egypt. In the CIS, a modification has been produced since 2008. Consider the features of this SUV, its pros and cons, taking into account the responses of the owners.
History of creation
The Hyundai-Tucson SUV, reviews of which are given below, was presented at the beginning of 2004. This event happened at the Chicago Motor Show. The modification received its name in honor of the city of Tucson, located in Arizona. If you translate the name from the native language of the Aboriginal people, it will sound like "spring at the foot of the Black Mountain." The basis for the creation of the car was the platform "Elantra." The model quickly became popular not only in America, but also in the European market.
Within three years from the start of production, the vehicle in question remained virtually unchanged. Surface restyling was carried out in 2007, and a couple of years later the specified series was replaced by the IX-35 version, which is very popular in Europe. In 2015, analogues for hydrogen fuel and electricity were developed.
Design features
The Hyundai Tucson crossover in terms of price and technical parameters is ranked as one of the leaders in its category. One of the significant advantages of an SUV is a comfortable and voluminous interior. All chairs are folded, which frees up maximum space for transportation of overall things. The front passenger seat is transformed into a comfortable table, if necessary. An additional feature is the opening rear window of the car. That is, to put a small thing in the car, you do not need to open the entire tailgate. Just lifting the glass, stack the load on a special shelf.
The crossover in question is equipped with front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Modifications to the Russian market with frontal drive axle appeared in 2007. The manufacturers decided to transform most of the variations specifically to front-wheel drive by monitoring, which showed that the SUV is mainly used to move around the city. In America, cars are shipped exclusively with a front drive axle. The vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled plug-in transmission. The Borg Warner system is also used by automotive giants such as Audi and Opel.
Interesting Facts
The compact crossover Hyundai-Tucson exceeded all expectations of Korean manufacturers. Initially, the car was aimed at the American consumer, but a few months after the release of the light became popular throughout Europe. In addition, this fact is confirmed by the fact that the heir to the IX-35 was completely designed and assembled in the European Union. Specialists of the BMW concern contributed to the design development.
Interestingly, a lot of controversy goes around the correct pronunciation of the name of the car. In most cases, this is due to the difficulty of pronouncing the Korean interpretation of the name. Leading experts believe that Hyundai Tussan is still considered the correct transcription. However, this fact as a ride and reliability does not play a decisive role.
Advantages and disadvantages
In their reviews of the Hyundai-Tucson, users attribute the following points to the merits:
- excellent smoothness;
- decent level of cross;
- excellent visibility;
- spacious lounge;
- wide selection of trim levels;
- comfortable fit;
- profitability.
Among the shortcomings are the harsh suspension unit, frequent breakdowns of the steering wheel position sensor.
The considered modification is considered one of the most popular versions of the Hyundai Motor company not only in Russia, but also in the world. Since the start of production, over a million copies have rolled off the assembly line. Additionally, the practicality and qualities of the SUV under consideration are evidenced by the many awards and prizes received. Among them are “Auto of the Year in Canada” and “Best New Crossover”.
Prices and configuration "Hyundai-Tucson"
The presentation of the updated third generation took place in New York at the motor show (spring 2018). The exterior of the vehicle has become more interesting thanks to the updated massive grille, made in cascading style. In addition, the pattern of the head light elements has changed, which in some trim levels are fully equipped with LEDs. On the redrawn bumper re-arranged the location of the "fog". In the aft part, the rear optics, the equipment of the trunk roof were changed, some design changes were made in the car body.
If the description of the Hyundai-Tucson in the updated generation is carried out by analogy with its predecessors, the external changes do not seem so obvious. But in the cabin, the transformation is much more noticeable. The multimedia system with the Android and Apple supports received equipment not in the form of an inscribed screen in the front panel, but as a soaring separate monitor seven inches in size. In the multimedia design, the very configuration of the top of the panel was also changed along with the design of the main deflectors. The configuration of the central tunnel has changed slightly, a USB connector has appeared in the design. The cost of the car as standard starts from 23.5 thousand dollars (about 1.2 million rubles).
Technical characteristics of the Hyundai-Tucson
For the European and Russian market, the SUV comes with a wide selection of powertrains. Among them:
- 1.6-liter petrol “engine”, 132 horsepower;
- an analogue with the same volume, but increased to 177 horsepower;
- 1.6 liter diesel engine (115 hp) or 2.0 liter (186 hp).
Engines can interact with mechanical or robotic boxes in six or seven modes. The most powerful two-liter diesel engine aggregates with an eight-speed automatic.
For the first time there were complete SUV with a hybrid powertrain. Its design includes a diesel engine and an electric engine of 16 liters. from. (48 V). Already in the database, the car comes with a collision avoidance system, lane control, warning of driver fatigue. Optionally, there is a circular viewing system, adaptive cruise control, high beam off in auto mode.
Parameters in numbers
Consider the characteristics of one of the most popular modifications of the SUV in question:
- engine displacement - 19 754 cu. cm;
- power parameter - 141 l. from.;
- torsion moment - 184 Nm;
- maximum speed - 174 km / h;
- "Run" to 100 km - 11.3 seconds;
- the average consumption of fuel (gasoline) - 8.2 l / 100 km;
- compression - 10.1;
- power - injector;
- drive - full;
- transmission - five-mode "mechanics";
- brake unit - discs front and rear;
- dimensions of the Hyundai-Tucson - 4.32 / 1.83 / 1.73 m;
- weight - 1.6 tons;
- wheelbase - 2.63 m;
- fuel tank capacity - 58 l;
- corrosion protection - 6 years.
The rest of the modifications differ only in the equipment of the cabin and the types of engines. Otherwise, their parameters are as similar as possible.
What do the owners say?
Let's start right away with the minuses that many consumers have noticed. Most often, the following points cause a gripe:
- Insufficient rear noise insulation.
- Pretty stiff suspension, not very designed for domestic roads.
- Unstable steering gear.
The rest of the reviews about the Hyundai-Tucson are mostly positive. Plastic does not knock inside, the car accelerates smoothly, behaves well in corners. In addition, the multimedia system, large roominess of the cabin, good steering sensitivity are pleasing. Fuel consumption largely depends on the driving style (in the city it is quite possible to meet nine liters per "hundred"). The paintwork of the body when driving on a country road is protected by a special black rim around the perimeter. In addition, it is worth noting the original beautiful design and reliable assembly of the vehicle.