If you’ve been keeping up with global automotive news, then you’ll know by now that the fourth-generation NX4 Hyundai Tucson is already out in select markets. To further show its capabilities to the world though, a heavily modified version of the Korean-made crossover will make a major appearance in Sony’s Uncharted (2022) adventure film.
The Hyundai Tucson Beast concept
It’s called the Tucson “Beast” concept, and it is a beefier version of the said crossover. For starters, it rides on a set of Nitto all-terrain tires, and its front end is protected by a bull bar. It also features LED bars, a snorkel, a roof rack, and bolt-on fenders, as well as a suspension lift.
The Tucson Beast concept vehicle was the brainchild of California-based Hyundai Design team, together with Sony Pictures. And at a glance, it looks like it is ready to take on whatever challenge you can throw at it.
In the film, the tougher-looking version of the fourth-gen Tucson will be used by Nathan Drake (Tom Holland), a treasure hunter hired by Victor “Sully” Sullivan (Mark Wahlberg) to find Ferdinand Magellan’s long-lost treasure. Stepping in to foil their plans is Moncada (Antonio Banderas), a ruthless treasure hunter who believes that he is the rightful heir to Magellan’s lost fortune.
Tom Holland, as Nathan Drake, behind the wheel of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson
The said film is based on the highly regarded “Uncharted” series of video games developed by Naughty Dog. So for those who have played these games, then you’ll definitely know that Drake will indeed need something as tough as the Tucson Beast.
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson also appeared in several promotional materials featuring Tom Holland’s character. One example of this is a 60-second commercial dubbed “Car Wash” which you can view below:
Uncharted | Car Wash I 2022 TUCSON | Hyundai
Other Hyundai models will make an appearance in the said film as well. These include the stock version of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, Genesis GV80, and Genesis G80, among others.
If you want to catch Uncharted on the big screen, then be aware that it is set to premier globally on February 18, 2022.
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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.
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