The facelift offers a major update to the Tucson’s design, the latest advanced driver assistance systems and upgraded powertrains.
28 Mar 2018 | 3568 Views | By Autocar Professional Bureau
Hyundai today had the world premiere of the facelifted Tucson SUV at the 2018 New York International Auto Show. The new model is the redefined version of Hyundai’s most important sales driver worldwide.
The new Hyundai Tucson, designed and built in Europe, has been Hyundai’s best-selling car in the UK and ...
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Hyundai today had the world premiere of the facelifted Tucson SUV at the 2018 New York International Auto Show. The new model is the redefined version of Hyundai’s most important sales driver worldwide.
The new Hyundai Tucson, designed and built in Europe, has been Hyundai’s best-selling car in the UK and Europe since its launch in 2015. Following its world premiere in New York, the new Tucson will make its debut in Europe some weeks later.
“The New Tucson brings a fresh look, creating a consistent appearance with our latest Hyundai models, as well as a series of enhancements to the driving and ownership experience” says Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, vice-president - Marketing and Product at Hyundai Motor Europe. “With this major update, we expect the New Tucson to remain highly attractive to our customers, who consistently make it our best-selling model.”
Design highlights
The Tucson’s eye-catching exterior design is achieved by the cascading grille and a refined new light signature with full LED headlights as well as an uplifted front bumper, skid plate and a new wheel design. The car is also equipped with a new rear taillight as well as a redesigned rear bumper and muffler.
Hyundai says the new model also gets exceptional roominess, a highly ergonomic interior design and a wide range of advanced powertrains.
The New Tucson is powered by two diesel and two petrol engines revised to reduce size, and to further improve CO2-emissions.
The most powerful powertrain in this line-up is the 2.0 diesel engine with an output of 137 kW/ 186 PS. This high-performance engine comes with four-wheel drive and can be paired with a six-speed manual transmission (6MT) or optionally with the newly developed eight-speed automatic transmission (8AT).
Alternatively, there are the newly developed 1.6 diesel engines with two power outputs: the standard version is capable of 85 kW/ 115 PS and the higher power version offers 98 kW/ 133 PS. Both engines are available with a six-speed manual transmission and front-wheel-drive.
For the higher power version Hyundai offers a seven-speed dual clutch transmission (7DCT) and the choice of front- or four-wheel drive. Hyundai’s new in-house developed 7DCT transmission is a state-of-the-art gearbox. Compared with an automatic transmission, it enhances fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and performance while maintaining its high shifting quality.
The New Tucson is also available with two petrol engines. The1.6-litre GDI with a six-speed manual transmission and front-wheel-drive generates 97 kW/ 132 PS. With delivering up to 130 kW/ 177 PS the 1.6-litre T-GDI is excellent in terms of power and performance. It can be mated to a 6MT or a 7DCT, both available with front- or four-wheel drive. The entire engine line-up of New Tucson meets the new Euro 6c emission standards resulting in improved fuel efficiency by minimising drivetrain friction losses.
Latest active safety technologies
The latest Hyundai SmartSense active safety and driving assistance features available in the new Tucson comply with the highest European safety standards: Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW) and Speed Limit Indicator Function (SLIF).
Furthermore, the safety package includes Hyundai’s Surround View Monitor (SVM), which uses cameras to provide 360deg vision during reversing. Additionally bi-LED headlamps, the High Beam Assist (HBA) and rain-sensing wipers provide high visibility at all times. Using front radar sensors, the Tucson’s Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC) keeps constant speed and distance from the vehicle ahead by automatically accelerating and braking to ensure an efficient and safe ride.