Hyundai Tucson SUV Review
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The 2011 Hyundai Tucson isn't loaded with changes from the previous 2010 model. The company did, however, add a whole new entry level trim version to the mix of packages. It comes with a smaller engine and a smaller price tag, which may be just what many consumers have been hoping for.
From the beginning, Hyundai has been struggling to offer vehicles that are well priced while maintaining quality. Over the years, the Hyundai Tucson has been one of the flagships of this effort. Giving it a makeover for the 2010 season, the company now is consistently producing higher quality vehicles with a much better reputation, visual appeal, and overall quality while still maintaining its excellent price. With sleeker styling and a fun to drive feel for the road, it's a good contender for the crossover crowd.
The 2011 Hyundai Tucson is a five passenger crossover that comes in GL and GLS models as well as the Limited model. As standard equipment the consumer will find keyless entry, 17 inch steel wheels, the hill-holder and the hill descent control features, powered accessories, a trip computer, height adjustable seat for the driver, cloth upholstery, tilt steering, air conditioning, and six speakers that play the sound system equipped with CD, auxiliary, MP3, and satellite radio.
The base model from 2010 and the mid range model for 2011 comes with a 2.4 liter inline engine that offers up 176 horsepower with 168 pounds of torque. The smaller 2 liter inline for the GL is rated at 165 horsepower and 165 pounds of torque. For the Hyundai Tucson, the front wheel drive option is available on all models while all wheel drive is only available on the GLS and the Limited editions. The six speed transmission comes as an automatic for the GLS and the Limited while the GL is a five speed manual transmission.
Fuel efficiency is rated a bit differently for each model. The GL should receive about 20 city miles and 27 highway miles per gallon. Front wheel drive for the GLS and Limited are rated at 22 city and 31 highway miles per gallon. The all wheel drive GLS and Limited editions are downgraded to 21 city and 28 highway miles per gallon. Overall, as a crossover the Hyundai Tucson gets reasonable gas mileage. With average acceleration the Tucson is clocked at gaining 60 miles per hour from a standstill in about 9.6 seconds.
Stability and traction control as well as antilock disc brakes with braking assist features help to improve the overall safety rating of the 2011 Hyundai Tucson. The front headrests are also active control safety features and each model comes with front and side curtain airbags. The 2010 safety rating is five stars. There has not been a performance crash test completed against the newer and tougher 2011 standards yet.
While the rear passenger seating provides ample legroom, the overall seating configuration is off for a crossover. The rear seats do not slide or recline and the maximum cargo capacity for the 2011 Hyundai Tucson is only 55.8 cubic feet.
Overall, the Hyundai Tucson is a good value that will provide the main essentials for a crossover package for families looking for a solid and well built vehicle. If the cargo space isn't vital this is an excellent family crossover with lots of features to help improve safety, functionality, and fun.
From the beginning, Hyundai has been struggling to offer vehicles that are well priced while maintaining quality. Over the years, the Hyundai Tucson has been one of the flagships of this effort. Giving it a makeover for the 2010 season, the company now is consistently producing higher quality vehicles with a much better reputation, visual appeal, and overall quality while still maintaining its excellent price. With sleeker styling and a fun to drive feel for the road, it's a good contender for the crossover crowd.
The 2011 Hyundai Tucson is a five passenger crossover that comes in GL and GLS models as well as the Limited model. As standard equipment the consumer will find keyless entry, 17 inch steel wheels, the hill-holder and the hill descent control features, powered accessories, a trip computer, height adjustable seat for the driver, cloth upholstery, tilt steering, air conditioning, and six speakers that play the sound system equipped with CD, auxiliary, MP3, and satellite radio.
The base model from 2010 and the mid range model for 2011 comes with a 2.4 liter inline engine that offers up 176 horsepower with 168 pounds of torque. The smaller 2 liter inline for the GL is rated at 165 horsepower and 165 pounds of torque. For the Hyundai Tucson, the front wheel drive option is available on all models while all wheel drive is only available on the GLS and the Limited editions. The six speed transmission comes as an automatic for the GLS and the Limited while the GL is a five speed manual transmission.
Fuel efficiency is rated a bit differently for each model. The GL should receive about 20 city miles and 27 highway miles per gallon. Front wheel drive for the GLS and Limited are rated at 22 city and 31 highway miles per gallon. The all wheel drive GLS and Limited editions are downgraded to 21 city and 28 highway miles per gallon. Overall, as a crossover the Hyundai Tucson gets reasonable gas mileage. With average acceleration the Tucson is clocked at gaining 60 miles per hour from a standstill in about 9.6 seconds.
Stability and traction control as well as antilock disc brakes with braking assist features help to improve the overall safety rating of the 2011 Hyundai Tucson. The front headrests are also active control safety features and each model comes with front and side curtain airbags. The 2010 safety rating is five stars. There has not been a performance crash test completed against the newer and tougher 2011 standards yet.
While the rear passenger seating provides ample legroom, the overall seating configuration is off for a crossover. The rear seats do not slide or recline and the maximum cargo capacity for the 2011 Hyundai Tucson is only 55.8 cubic feet.
Overall, the Hyundai Tucson is a good value that will provide the main essentials for a crossover package for families looking for a solid and well built vehicle. If the cargo space isn't vital this is an excellent family crossover with lots of features to help improve safety, functionality, and fun.
For mid class from south east asia (ASEAN) i do feel that this suv @ tuscon is just right and suit enough and seriously this tuscon design do kills other suv mid and luxury class. Fuel need more to be adjust - drink a lot on the road. regards HMF