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From the mid-2000s onwards, the family car class saw a transformation. Conventional hatchbacks and saloons began to lose popularity and be replaced by compact SUVs such as the Hyundai Tucson, offering chunky SUV, a tall driving position and a practical body shape.
Initially the Tucson came with a 1.7-litre diesel with 116hp or 141hp, and this was replaced by a more efficient 1.6-litre diesel in 2018 as part of a midlife facelift. This was offered in 115hp or 136hp states of tune, and there was only a minimal drop off in performance when compared with the older engines in exchange for greater efficiency from a system that incorporated 48-volt mild-hybrid technology.
The later facelifted models from 2018 onwards have better efficiency without sacrificing much in the way of performance, but if you’re not too fussed about that, then any version of the Tucson is worth checking out. The Plus models, while pricey to upgrade to when new, will offer a lot of equipment for not much extra outlay over the standard variants on the used market.
Most versions of the Tucson are well equipped, although entry-level cars do without parking sensors, which would help you out when reversing, especially since the thick rear window pillars and tinted windows do hinder your rear view a touch. It’s worth checking that all electrical items work as they should, because there are reports that these can be expensive to repair. Another issue seems to focus on the seven-speed twin-clutch automatic gearbox that’s offered on some versions of the Tucson, with early signs of wear being reported by some owners. If you’re look at a Tucson fitted with the automatic transmission, check that the gear changes are crisp without slipping.
The four-wheel-drive model will be thirsty in comparison, while the petrol alternatives only really make sense if you’re doing shorter journeys where low-speed efficiency is needed.
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