We don’t know much about the all-new Hyundai Tucson, considering that Hyundai Philippines is still offering the third-generation model in the local market. However, the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP) is giving the new compact crossover a dazzling introduction as it awarded the vehicle a 5-star safety rating.
The latest iteration of the compact crossover boasts a 5-star safety rating
The all-new Hyundai Tucson scored 33 out of 38 points (86 percent) in the adult occupant protection rating, 42.8 out of 49 points (87 percent) in the child occupant protection rating, 36.1 out of 54 points (66 percent) in the vulnerable road users protection rating, and 11.3 out of 16 points (70 percent) in the safety assist rating.
ANCAP noted that the reason why the Tucson only got 66 percent in the vulnerable road user category is that it provided poor protection on the windscreen pillars. The test shows that the protection of the pelvis was predominantly poor. But at least the vehicle’s autonomous emergency braking system managed to respond well to pedestrians and cyclists.
Its strongest suit lies in protecting child occupants
As for the new Tucson’s highest percentage score which is in the child occupant category, ANCAP stated that the child protection during the frontal offset test and the side barrier impact was good or adequate. Another advantage stressed by the safety program is the clear child safety information that Hyundai included for drivers to easily understand.
With all that being said, Filipino car buyers can expect impressive performance from the all-new Hyundai Tucson in the safety department once it arrives in the country. The latest update from Hyundai Philippines was made last year when it confirmed that the all-new version of the compact crossover will make its debut sometime this year.
That's one stylish and safe crossover
In Australia, the Hyundai Tucson is classified as a midsize SUV, and is one of the first such vehicles tested under ANCAP's stringent protocols. But it also passed with flying colors in Europe, achieving a 5-star safety rating from Euro NCAP, apart from recently bagging the ‘Car of the Year 2021’ and ‘Best Medium SUV’ honors from one of the U.K.’s largest publications, Diesel Car & Eco Car Magazine.
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Know more about Hyundai Tucson 2024
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson is a five-seater compact crossover. Locally, this model has three variants.
Under the hood, the GLS+ CRDi variant uses a 2.0-liter turbodiesel engine that can make up to 183 horsepower and 416 Nm of torque. The GLS meanwhile gets a 2.0-liter gasoline mill that can churn out 153 horsepower and 192 Nm of torque.
For transmissions, the diesel variant uses an eight-speed automatic tranny. The gasoline version meanwhile uses a six-speed automatic tranny. Both variants are front-wheel-drive.
Size-wise, the new Tucson is 4,630mm long, 1,865mm wide, and 1,665mm in height. They also come with a wheelbase length of 2,755mm, and a ground clearance of 181mm.
Locally, the Hyundai Tucson competes against the likes of the Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Chery Tiggo 5 Pro, Subaru Forester, Peugeot 3008, among others.
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Hyundai Tucson Launch
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson was launched together with Hyundai’s re-entry into the Philippine market under the management of Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc.
At launch, this compact crossover comes in two different trims. There’s the diesel-powered Tucson GLS+, and the gasoline-powered Tucson GLS.
Hyundai Tucson Exterior
On the outside, the 2024 Hyundai Tucson comes standard with LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, LED taillights, power-folding side mirrors, roof rails, front and rear fog lamps, and a rear spoiler.
The higher-spec GLS+ then rides on a set of 19-inch alloy wheels, whereas the GLS gets 18-inch alloy wheels.
Moreover, the GLS+ also comes with a power tailgate.
Hyundai Tucson Interior
Inside, the Tucson can seat up to five occupants. All are kept comfortable with an automatic climate control system, and it gets leather-wrapped seats with power adjustability for the front row for the GLS+.
The rear seats are also 60:40 split-folding, and the driver is also provided with a 10.25-inch TFT LCD digital gauge, as well as a push-to-start button. Also present are USB charging ports and a wireless charging pad.
Technology & Safety Features
Keeping its occupants entertained is an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The said headunit also has voice recognition, and it is linked to a six-piece speaker set.
The Tucson’s safety kit then includes dual front airbags, side and curtain airbags, curtain airbags, anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, downhill brake control, hill-start assist, trailer stability assist, tire pressure monitoring, parking distance warning, ISOFIX child seat anchors, cruise control, among others.
Platform & Chassis
Underpinning the 2024 Tucson is the Hyundai-Kia N3 platform. It shares this with the Hyundai Santa Cruz and the Kia Sportage.
For suspensions, this model uses a MacPherson strut for the front, and a multi-link suspension for the rear. It also gets disc brakes for all four wheels, and it gets an electronic parking brake as well.
Engine & Drivetrain
There are two engine options for the 2024 Hyundai Tucson. The more powerful of the two is a 2.0-liter turbodiesel mill that can make up to 183 horsepower and 416 Nm of torque. It is then connected to an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
Meanwhile, the other engine choice is a 2.0-liter gasoline four-cylinder that can make up to 153 horsepower and 192 Nm of torque. Unlike the diesel model, the gasoline version uses a six-speed automatic tranny.
The Philippine-spec 2024 Hyundai Tucson gets six different color choices. There’s White Cream, Shimmering Silver, Crimson Red, Deep Sea, Amazon Gray, and Phantom Black.
Hyundai Tucson 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson 2.0L GLS AT | ₱1.68 Million |
| Hyundai Tucson 2.0 GLS Plus AT (Diesel) | ₱1.98 Million |
| Hyundai Tucson 1.6L HEV | ₱2.29 Million |
Hyundai Tucson FAQs
1. Is the Hyundai Tucson diesel or gasoline?
Yes, The top-spec CRDi variants are diesel-powered, while all the lower trims come with gasoline.
2. What is the body type of the Hyundai Tucson 2024?
The Tucson is a compact crossover SUV.
3. Is the Hyundai Tucson 2024 a good car?
Yes, the Tucson 2024 is a good car to buy. Good warranty, durable ride and performance, and fuel economy are big plus points of the car.
4. Is the Hyundai Tucson automatic?
Yes, the new Hyundai Tucson comes with both automatic and manual options, which vary per variant.
5. Does the Tucson 2024 have a remote start?
No, the Tucson 2024 doesn't have a remote start.
₱ 1,570,000 - ₱ 1,840,000
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