New Hyundai SUV proudly wearing all-new revamped Tucson badge

POLOKWANE – The Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) that has put Hyundai firmly on the map in South Africa and elevated it to the number four position among automotive brands in the country has been launched with an all-new exciting design, inside and out, and it is proudly wearing the Tucson badge again.

The Tucson model name has now been revived and with it a new level of sophistication, quality and comfort in this compact SUV that will again make it a favourite among local buyers.

The all-new Tucson design concept incorporates a sleek, urban style combined with the strong ruggedness typical of a SUV.

The front of the all-new Tucson is dominated by the hexagonal grille which connects with the LED headlamps to create a distinctive identity. A wing-shaped horizontal bar at the front bumper, which incorporates the LED daytime running lights, gives the car a unique style and provides a visual reference for the car’s wide track.

At the rear, the all-new Tucson’s personality is reinforced by strong horizontal lines flowing from the wheel arches. The combination lamps and reflectors are stretched to the body edges to further underline the bold proportions, with the rear skid plate and twin exhaust adding a sporty touch.

A new seamless DAB+ digital radio with six audio speakers is standard across the range. Further connectivity is provided through USB and AUX connections in the centre console.

The introduction of new technology means the all-new Tucson is one of the most comprehensively equipped vehicles in its segment when it comes to safety features like:

• Blind spot detector (BSD).

• Lane change assist monitors.

• Vehicle stability management (VSM).

• Electronic stability control (ESC).

• Motor driven power wteering (MDPS).

• Rear-cross traffic alert (RCTA).

A number of passive safety features are included in the all-new Tucson like six airbags, including driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags throughout the range.

One of the outstanding features of the all-new Hyundai Tucson range is the turbocharged 1.6-litre T-GDI petrol engine that is introduced for the first time in a Hyundai SUV in South Africa.

The engine is offered with a six-speed manual gearbox or the new seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (7DCT), which gives a choice of fully automatic operation or manual gear changes.

The Premium derivatives in the all-new Hyundai Tucson range come with a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine that delivers 115 kW maximum power at 6 200 rpm and a maximum torque range of 196 Nm at 4 000 rpm.

In the range-topping Hyundai Tucson 1.6 TGDi Elite, the 1.6-litre T-GDI petrol engine is mated to a four-wheel drive (4WD) system, which hold its traction on rough, loose or slippery surfaces while enhancing cornering performance.

The front wheels receive 100% of torque during normal road driving with up to 50% sent to the rear wheels automatically, depending on conditions. A manually-selected ‘Lock Mode’ splits torque 50/50 for enhanced stability at speeds up to 40 km/h.

The 1.6-litre T-GDI petrol engine is also available with the front-wheel drive system in the Hyundai Tucson 1.6 TGDi Executive (manual), while the 2.0-litre naturally petrol engine in the Premium derivatives is available with front-wheel drive only.

Hyundai’s five-year or 150 000 km manufacturer’s warranty, enhanced by the additional new groundbreaking seven-years or 200 000 km drivetrain warranty, which comes standard with the all-new Hyundai Tucson package, as well as roadside assistance for five years or 150 000 km. All derivatives come with a five-year or 90 000 km service plan and service intervals are spaced at 15 000 km.

The new Tucson range is now available at the Hyundai Thornhill branch or at their main branch Hyundai Polokwane. Hyundai Thornhill is situated at the corner of Veldspaat Street and Munnik Avenue and can be contacted at (015) 296 4656. Hyundai Polokwane is situated at 102 Tagore Street and can be contacted at (015) 292 9300.