subject: Hyundai Tucson 2013 Pros And Cons [print this page] Hyundai, the South Korean marvels has come forward with a brand new model with the hope of taking over the automobile world. The hottest model from Hyundai, Hyundai Tucson 2013 has been made to enliven the dignity and hope of car freaks. Designed on the basis of Elantra platform, the price of the car is yet to be announced. Like other Hyundai vehicles this car lives up to the expectation of standard car features.
The best choice for value oriented and safety concerned customers, 2013 Hyundai Tucson has an automatic transmission ranging up to 6 speeds. An innovative push button in addition to a list of relevant safety features makes the car the best pick of the lot. The safety features consists of dynamic control, hill start assistance, emergency signal, developed anti lock brakes along with brake control for downhill travel. Just a click on the start button can enable all these safety features to function accordingly.
Specifications
The first generation car is as long as 4400 mm and as wide as 1820 mm. With a height of 1655 mm, the wheelbase of this car measures 2640 mm, front track 1591 mm and rear track 1592 mm. The car weighs 1424 kg. The fuel tank in the car has a capacity to hold 56 l of fuel and the trunk a maximum of 1580 l. The fuel efficiency ranges up to 10.1 l per 100 km on a city drive and 7.4 l per 100 km on a highway. A tough competitor to the likes of Chevrolet Equinox and Ford Escape, Hyundai Tucson 2013 is an SUV that has an engine capacity of 1 to 42 l and a power of 165 hp @ 6,200 rpm. The exterior of the car features hexagonal grille, wrap around tail lights along with swept back headlights. Interior features power outlets ranging up to 12 volts along with heated seats on the front, cargo area, storage bin, armrests, map pockets and cup holders.
Reviews
While some test drives brought in successful results in the form of zero percent cons and hundred percent pros, some other found the SUV expensive with the addition of particular options. Some found the size convenient but the tires poor and mileage weak. While some found the features stylish and pro, others complained of engine upgrades and hard plastics in the interior. Some customers did face dealership problems. However, an overall view goes on the positive.
The Hyundai Tucson 2012 lodges an engine of 2.0 L Theta II, a four cylindered DOHC and valve timing that is variable. The fuel economy coverage is 23 mpg in case of city, 31 mpg for highways. The fuel tanks capacity is 15.3 gallon. Unleaded fuel and multi point injection provides good performance level. The power ranges up to 165 hp @ 6,200 rpm.
This car is one of those which according to the reviewers offer best value. While the engine according to some is not very strong, the stylish exterior makes for it. While the basic equipments are good enough at a price value of $19000, some consider spending a bit more can increase the luxuriousness of the car. The gas mileage of this vehicle is considered to be one of the best.
