The new Hyundai Tucson has arrived in South Africa, to take on the Volkswagen Tiguan, Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4. Below, we cover the price and specifications.

The Tucson’s dramatic exterior styling expresses Hyundai’s evolving Sensuous Sportiness design identity. The new SUV embodies what Hyundai designers call ‘parametric dynamics’ with kinetic jewel surface details that emphasise Tucson’s distinctly different identity in a crowded segment.

As is the case with virtually all the Korean brand’s latest models, the Tucson sports an expansive, cascading grille with a distinctive pattern, with narrow headlamp clusters and indicator elements that merge into a single design element. Hyundai’s new family car is no exception– its LED daytime running lights are cleverly integrated into the jewel-like grille, and only revealed when activated.

It appears the engine line-up has not changed, with a choice of either a 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine or a 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine. Outputs have not been confirmed, but we suspect 115 kW and 192 Nm for the petrol, while the diesel packs 137 kW and 416 Nm. From what we’ve seen, all models are front-wheel driven and feature automatic transmissions.

As before, the trim levels will follow the Premium, Executive and Elite hierarchy.

Tucson Premium

Cruise control

Parking distance warning Forward/Reverse

Rearview monitor

Wireless phone charger

Dual automatic temperature control

Rear console ventilation duct

Heated front seats

Auto down front windows

Radio with RDS

8-inch infotainment system

Apple CarPlay / Android Auto

Airbags: Front, thorax, curtain

ABS+EBD+DBC+HAC

EPB with Autohold

17-inch alloy wheels

Halogen lamps

LED daytime running lights

Tucson Executive

18-inch alloy wheels

LED lamps

Indicators in side mirror

Electrically folding and heated side mirrors

Dark chrome coated grille

Chrome bumper moulding

Roof rails

Skid plate

Leather trim

Driver power seat

Illuminated sunvisor

Blindspot detection

Rain sensor

Auto window defogger

Dual auto temperature control

Tucson Elite

19-inch alloy wheels

LED tail lamps

Privacy glass

Panoramic sunroof

Heated and ventilated front seats

Heated steering wheel

Smart key

Button start

Supervision with 10.25-inch TFT LCD

Smart cruise control

Blindspot collision avoidance assist rear

Lane-keeping assist

Lane following assist

Forward collision avoidance

As reminder, the Hyundai Tucson is a rival to the Haval H6, Mazda CX-5, Subaru Forester, Nissan X-Trail, Toyota RAV4, and Peugeot 3008.

Hyundai Tucson 2022 price in South Africa?

The new Tucson will be sold with a 5-year Vehicle / 7-year Drivetrain warranty, and a 5-year / 90 000 km service.

Tucson 2.0 petrol Premium R519 900

Tucson 2.0 petrol Executive R569 900

Tucson 2.0 petrol Elite R634 900

Tucson 2.0 diesel Elite R699 900

Further Reading

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