High-performance SUV Hyundai Tucson N 2019 confirmed to arrive soon

The Hyundai Tucson N 2019 might pack a 2.0L turbo engine with 275 PS and 353 Nm of torque.

Car lovers have already known the N concept of Hyundai via the newly-launched Veloster N and Hyundai i30 N. And now, the N range is about to be freshened up again with the upcoming Hyundai Tucson N 2019. As being asked about the brand's plan for the expansion of the N sub-brand, Mr. Byung Kwon Rim - Hyundai's Global Head of Sales said that the high-performance Tucson was under development while other models are set to be launched soon after.

According to a report by Autoexpress.com.uk, the hot SUV is currently in its early stages of development and not until next year (at the earliest) may the car make its official debut. In 2017, Mr. Albert Biermann - Head of High-performance vehicles & Performance development of Hyundai claimed that the Tucson N 2019 would be a key model of the brand in the European and UK markets.

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The high-performance SUV is still in its early stages of development

The Hyundai Tucson N 2019 might borrow the 2.0L turbo engine producing 271 hp and 353 Nm of torque from the i30 N Performance Package to go head-to-head with the recently-revealed 296 hp Seat Cupra Ateca. The Hyundai Tucson N would have to go through the Nurburgring race track - which gives the "N" in the brand's name - to convincingly prove its excellency.

Latest updates on upcoming Hyundai cars can be found in our Complete guide to the Hyundai Philippines' local lineup.

While waiting for the arrival of this high-performance SUV, let’s check out the latest Hyundai Tucson price in the Philippines in the table below:

**Hyundai Tucson 2018 price in the Philippines**
Models	2017 SRP	2018 SRP	Difference
Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi GLS 4x2 AT	₱1,598,000	₱1,715,000	₱117,000
Hyundai Tucson 2.0 GL 4x2 AT	₱1,218,000	₱1,245,000	₱27,000
Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi GLS 4x4 AT	₱2,088,000	₱2,115,000	₱27,000
Hyundai Tucson 2.0 GL 4x2 MT	₱1,128,000	₱1,158,000	₱30,000
Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi GL 4x2 AT	₱1,388,000	₱1,398,000	₱10,000

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Know more about Hyundai Tucson 2024

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.