Meanwhile, the nice, elevated driving position doesn’t make you feel like you’re perched precariously high, and it offers much better side support, to the driver’s delight. Front and rear passengers also benefit from more head- and leg-room compared to the previous generation, which seemed to suit the few passengers I took on board just fine: not once did I hear someone complain about lack of space or tricky access.
Although, let’s be honest, three people wouldn’t be all that comfortable in back. The cargo area isn’t as spacious as one would have hoped either, but it’s nevertheless easily accessible and should be sufficient for a small family.
Almost sporty
You guessed it, the Hyundai Tucson is an SUV. Emphasis has been put on a relatively comfortable suspension capable of absorbing the irregularities of the road and preventing excessive roll when cornering.
The power steering keeps mostly to itself, but it is precise, as is the well-calibrated, six-speed autobox that proves up to the task in all circumstances. Thanks to this combo, the Tucson exhibits a stunning level of driveability and agility.
Of course, the little 2.4-litre engine, kept small probably in order to safeguard the imposing Santa Fe, isn’t exactly overpowering, but it does a good job and comes out on top, even on the highway. As a bonus, I averaged 7 litres per 100 km, which is by no means insignificant.
Conclusion
Refined, comfortable and on the right side of sporty, the Hyundai Tucson is definitely a lot of SUV for not a whole lot of money – and it should unquestionably make the list of any savvy small SUV buyer.
Although, let’s be honest, three people wouldn’t be all that comfortable in back. The cargo area isn’t as spacious as one would have hoped either, but it’s nevertheless easily accessible and should be sufficient for a small family.
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| Emphasis has been put on a relatively comfortable suspension capable of absorbing the irregularities of the road and preventing excessive roll when cornering. (Photo: Matthieu Lambert/Auto123.com) |
Almost sporty
You guessed it, the Hyundai Tucson is an SUV. Emphasis has been put on a relatively comfortable suspension capable of absorbing the irregularities of the road and preventing excessive roll when cornering.
The power steering keeps mostly to itself, but it is precise, as is the well-calibrated, six-speed autobox that proves up to the task in all circumstances. Thanks to this combo, the Tucson exhibits a stunning level of driveability and agility.
Of course, the little 2.4-litre engine, kept small probably in order to safeguard the imposing Santa Fe, isn’t exactly overpowering, but it does a good job and comes out on top, even on the highway. As a bonus, I averaged 7 litres per 100 km, which is by no means insignificant.
Conclusion
Refined, comfortable and on the right side of sporty, the Hyundai Tucson is definitely a lot of SUV for not a whole lot of money – and it should unquestionably make the list of any savvy small SUV buyer.
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