As Hyundai Motor Company launched the 2022 Hyundai Tucson in a more refreshed and more refined looks, functionalities, features, and performance, it swiftly ranked at the top in its class. There are lots of promising attributes the new-generation Tucson has over its previous version and its rivals in the market. Plus, this year has been extra special, as the hybrid variant of the Tucson is now also available.

Although the hybrid variant is not yet available in the Philippines, its other engine options are as promising says Hyundai Motor Philippines. To know more about the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, a list of the things you might love and not is below.

Pros

The exterior design has always been good.

Hyundai Tucson has always been one of the most consistent good-looking cars there is, and its style design is distinct from afar. Its curves are recognizable and unique to itself. This year, because of its redesigned exterior it looks sharper and fiercer.

Its fuel-efficiency is good in the long run.

Unlike its competitors in the same class, Hyundai Tucson is relatively fuel-efficient. Even if the car is fully capacitated and cargo loaded, the engine still sips a small amount of fuel every time. If Tucson pulls on a steep road, it is fuel-efficient as it only adds a bit of extra during those occasions.

The cabin is impressively roomy and homey.

The whole interior cabin of the Hyundai Tucson was spacious before. What’s great is that it has gotten larger this year. It comes with more than enough legroom and headroom space for the first-row and the second-row passengers. It also gotten wider so there would be more shoulder space for the passengers in the back row.

It comes with plenty of cargo space.

Alongside having a generous space provided for the occupants, the Tucson also provides a massive space for your cargo load. It has managed to put plenty of space at the back to load your things even though the Tucson is not as big as other sport utility vehicles. Hyundai has engineered and designed Tucson to be a comfortably spacious vehicle.

Some variants come in an all-wheel drive.

Because some of Hyundai Tucson’s variants now come in an all-wheel-drive system, it supports your drive, especially when driving on slippery surfaces. The traction supplies to all the tires, so it provides better acceleration.

The ride quality is refined and quiet.

Hyundai Tucson is a comfortable car to ride on as its manufacturer surrounded the vehicle with good-quality insulation to block the road noise, wind, rain, and engine noise. Drivers could benefit if the cabin is quiet to stay focused while driving and give the passengers a comfortable experience on the road. Plus, vibrations are lessened because of the refined material it was engineered with.

The interior design is sophisticated-looking.

There are a few people who don’t like the interior look of the Hyundai Tucson because it is somewhat plain-looking, they say. However, the majority of people are in-favor of its new look. It takes modern minimalism to the next level, especially its dashboard cut that draws the the design towards the doors.

It now supports smartphone connectivity.

 Unlike before, the 2022 Tucson supports smartphone connectivity via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for better connectivity and entertainment. Because its other competitors still doesn't support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, it is an advantage for Tucson owners.

Cons

The hybrid variant is not available in the Philippines.

With the emerging popularity of hybrid cars, Hyundai has also developed Tucson to be one. It has been recently launched in several countries. Unfortunately, the Philippines wasn’t lucky enough to have the hybrid variant, so car buyers checks out its competitors that offer hybrid variants in the same class as the Hyundai Tucson.

The touch panel controls are not easy to use.

Drivers need to have focused driving attention at all times, that is why an easy-to-operate infotainment system and cockpit knobs are essential. However, the touchscreen monitor of the new Hyundai Tucson could be confusing, especially for the drivers.

The base variant lacks driving power.

If you are looking for a powerfully performing crossover, one of the models to consider the Tucson. However, it would be great if you have a budget for its top-of-the-line variants as the lower variants lack on pulling power according to its users and critics. Although if you are just off for a daily city drive, the base variants will do.

Driving on arduous terrains is challenging.

Arduous terrains sometimes are inevitable to encounter, especially in the Philippines, as some roads need improvement in the country. And Hyundai Tucson isn’t good enough to handle arduous roads on a daily drive. Nevertheless, if you drive around the city daily, you could tell that the Hyundai Tucson performs well than the others.

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