Hyundai Tucson in focus: innovations and challenges!

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Recently updated on December 21, 2023 at 02:40 am

The Hyundai Tucson symbolizes change and progress in the automotive industry. A look at his measurements reveals that he has one Length of 4,50 metersto Width of 1,87 metersto Height of 1,65 meters and a Wheelbase of 2,68 meters is spacious. In direct comparison with competitors like this Toyota RAV4, Ford Kuga, VW Tiguan and Opel Grandland The Tucson asserts itself with its space. It is interesting that Hyundai is expanding its engine range 1,6 liter gasoline engine has limited, with the performance range of 110 kW / PS 150 up to 169 kW / PS 230 suffices. The eye-catching design, characterized by sharp edges and lines, gives the Tucson an unmistakable presence.

the Hyundai Tucson

A detail that catches the eye is the daytime running lights, which merge almost invisibly into the radiator grille when the ignition is switched off to present a striking lighting design when activated. Further visual highlights include the windshield wiper integrated into the rear spoiler and the company logo embedded in the glass of the rear window. It's popular Tucson 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid. This one unites you 1,6 liter four-cylinder turbo and an electric motor for a total system performance of 169 kW / PS 230. Despite the weight of over 1,6 tons, the Tucson shows itself thanks to the 350 Nm torque, which are transmitted via a six-speed automatic transmission, are surprisingly dynamic. The electric drive is mainly used for starting, accelerating and short distances and is powered by a 1,49 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery provided.

0 at 100 km / h in 8,0 seconds

In terms of performance, it reaches a top speed of 193 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8,0 seconds. The Tucson 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid has an average consumption of 6,4 liters of Super per 100 kilometers and a carbon footprint of 176 g / km. Despite the gasoline particle filter, the particle emissions are above the limit values. The 1.6 CRDi 48V diesel, which is only available as a used car, presents itself as Mild hybrid and with an average consumption of 6,1 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers. The interior of the Tucson impresses with its generous amount of space. The materials used are of high quality and that Luggage capacity varies between 440 and 1425 liters with the front-wheel drive petrol engine and 410 to 1395 liters with all-wheel drive diesel.

A challenge is the high loading sill, which is 74 centimeters above the road, which makes loading and unloading difficult. Despite some shortcomings in usability, such as the need to adjust settings via a touchscreen, there are commendable aspects like that Camera image in the driver display, which shows a rear image of the blind spot when turning - a feature that increases safety and comfort. In conclusion, the Hyundai Tucson impresses with its innovative features and solid overall performance, but still has room for improvement when it comes to fuel consumption and emissions. Pictures show tuned versions

Details about the Hyundai Tucson:

• • Models: 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid, 1.6 CRDi 48V
  • Design: Length 4,50 m, width 1,87 m, height 1,65 m, wheelbase 2,68 m
  • Engines: exclusively 1,6-liter gasoline engine, 110 kW/150 hp to 169 kW/230 hp
  • optics: sharp edges & lines, integrated daytime running lights in the radiator grille
  • Features: integrated windshield wiper in the rear spoiler, company logo in the glass of the rear window
• Tucson 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid
  • Performance: 169 kW/230 HP, 350 Nm torque
  • Power Type: Six-speed automatic, front-wheel drive
  • Weight: over 1,6 tons
  • Battery: Lithium-ion polymer, 1,49 kWh capacity
  • Speed: 193 km/h top speed, 0-100 km/h in 8,0 seconds
  • Consumption: 6,4 liters/100 km, CO₂ 176 g/km, gasoline particle filter
• Tucson 1.6 CRDi 48V
  • Power Type: Mild hybrid, 48-volt system
  • Transmission: 7-speed dual clutch transmission
  • torque: 320 Nm at 2000 rpm
  • Performance: 11,6 seconds 0-100 km/h, top speed 180 km/h
  • Consumption: 6,1 liters/100 km diesel, low pollutant levels
• Interior and trunk
  • space: Front up to 1,95 m, rear up to 2,00 m tall
  • Boot capacity: Petrol 440-1425 liters, diesel 410-1395 liters
  • sill: 74 cm high
• Operation and infotainment
  • Infotainment system: 10,25-inch display, eight speakers
  • Camera system: Additional safety when turning, camera image in the driver display
• Discontinued variant: Plug-in hybrid
  • Specifications: 1,6 liter T-GDI, 66,9 kW electric motor, 265 hp system output, 350 Nm torque
  • Electric range: 74 km
  • Battery: 13,8 kWh, 7,2 kW onboard charger
  • Power Type: six-speed automatic, all-wheel drive

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