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Hyundai Tucson: How does the compact SUV do on the road?

2020-02-12T11:19:59.567Z


On the road in the compact SUV Hyundai Tucson, which offers plenty of space for passengers and luggage and has the latest fuel-saving technology on board with the 48-volt mild hybrid diesel.


On the road in the compact SUV Hyundai Tucson, which offers plenty of space for passengers and luggage and has the latest fuel-saving technology on board with the 48-volt mild hybrid diesel.

  • The Tucson is Hyundai's best horse in the stable.
  • Since its release in 2004, it has blossomed into a bestseller that ideally embodies the brand's rise from a cheap home to a serious competitor.
  • This is particularly true of the SUV segment , which is known to have continued strong growth.

Today's Tucson has little in common with the relatively simple structure of its predecessor, which was aimed primarily at utility value, which was also evident. This becomes clear when you look at the price list, where the Korean positions himself as an attractively priced alternative to European manufacturers, but not exactly as a bargain. The Tucson also has a lot of self-confidence in its appearance, with ambitious design, rich equipment, very neat workmanship and modern technology.

Hyundai Tucson: Mild hybrid system as an additional start-up aid

The diesel models have been rolling in for a few months with a so-called mild hybrid system , the 48-volt electrical system of which is said to help save fuel . The second circuit, powered by a separate battery, keeps a starter generator of up to twelve kilowatts in good spirits, which relieves the burner when accelerating - Hyundai * speaks of a savings potential of around twelve percent .

The driver notices this primarily through the extended engine stop , which starts when the vehicle rolls out of traffic lights or intersections. The saving effect at the petrol pump is surprisingly limited: The all-wheel drive allowed 8.4 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers without being overused.

Eight-speed automatic and balanced chassis on the Hyundai Tucson

The steering wheel is at hand, the steering is pleasantly direct, and gives reliable feedback at both low and high speeds. The chassis engineers have found a good compromise. The Korean is only sensitive to minor bumps on poorly patched roads. The eight-speed automatic converter harmonizes well with the diesel engine *, which is not obtrusively loud.

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Exemplary: Comfortable seats, tidy dashboard, plenty of space for passengers and luggage.

© Hyundai

The Tucson has a spacious interior and offers its passengers plenty of head and leg room in the second row. At the front there are comfortable seats with sufficient lateral support. From the driver's seat you have a good overview of the vehicle and the surroundings, only the rear of the body becomes confusing. The materials in the interior leave a solid and pleasant impression . The fact that robust hard plastic has been installed on the door panels and the underside of the dashboard is a source of forgiveness for the leisure coach, which is already well equipped at the factory.

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Hyundai Tucson: Security packages for electronic assistants

In the most recent model update, the dashboard in particular has been upgraded with a new instrument layout and a free-standing monitor for the logically structured infotainment menu . Practical are the buttons placed to the left of the steering wheel for quick access to assistance systems, which Hyundai has packed in three security packages, which are subject to a surcharge.

The Tucson is ideally suited for transport tasks

With 513 liters , the trunk has a capacity that is suitable for family vacations or bulk purchases. However, the luggage compartment tapers upwards considerably, which limits the transport of bulky items. If desired, the trunk can be expanded by folding the tilt-adjustable and 60:40 split rear seat backrests. The loading sill is quite high, the loading floor is adjustable and foldable. With these talents, the Hyundai Tucson fits seamlessly into the ranks of the compact Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) , which are used more as a family carriage than as an off-road vehicle.

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Specifications for the Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi 4WD

Cylinder arrangement:

4 / row

displacement:

1995 cc

Power:

136 kW / 185 hp at 4000 rpm

torque:

400 Nm at 1750 rpm

0-100 km / h:

9.5 seconds

Top:

201 km / h

Consumption (WLTP):

5.7 l / 100 km

CO2 emission:

149

Efficiency:

A

Length:

4480 mm

Width:

2070 mm

Trunk:

513-1503 liters

Empty weight:

1811 kilograms

Total weight:

2250 kilograms

Price:

from 41,100 euros

Type class (HP / VK / TK):

19/21/24

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Source: merkur

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