2020 Hyundai Tucson Reviewed

Christmas is right around the corner, then New Year's Eve, and there's a smattering of beach holidays surrounding both. We're talking family visits, freeway slogs, cars filled to bursting. There's no more challenging time for a vehicle in SA households.

The Hyundai Tucson is immediately put to work, swallowing bags, parcels and Christmas presents before heading for the freeway in search of beach bliss.

It's here, happily devouring highway kilometres, the car stuffed with food, bags, presents and the most spoiled do - that the key selling point of this Tucson becomes pretty obvious.

Above all else, it's easy. Easy to drive, easy to fit lots into, easy to see out of (even when full) and easy to park. In an increasingly complex world, the Tucson reduces almost every drive experience to the absolute basics. Simply point and shoot.

Let me give you an example. Picture a holiday house where the driveway is one of those steep, narrow types, and so if more than one vehicle is parked out the front of the house, the easiest option is the climb into the one closest to the exit, otherwise vehicle juggling is required.

Two vehicles were parked in said driveway. One was the Tucson Active X. The other, which shall remain nameless for the moment, was a German brand's attempt at a sporty SUV - one that cost a hell of a lot more than the humble Tucson.

And yet when the German one was parked closest to the exit, we inevitably opted for a complicated car juggle so we could take the Hyundai instead. Sure, the Germanic one is more expensive, and faster, and has better seats and cabin tech. But it was also uncomfortably firm, difficult to see out of and park and an altogether more draining drive experience on anything that isn't a twisting road or racetrack.

The Tucson, on the other hand, was like a well-worn pair of slippers. Easy, comfortable, predictable.

The Tucson is fitted with 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lights and LED DRLs outside, while inside you'll find leather-trimmed seats, an 8.0-inch touchscreen (with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto) that pairs with an eight-speaker Infinity stereo and a digital interface behind the steering wheel.

The engine delivers 122kW and 205Nm, and Hyundai claims a combined fuel use of 7.9L/100km.



The truth, as always, is just a little different. We've averaged 10.6km/100km over our first 1000km of driving - a fairly marginal increase, and one that's made more palatable by the Tucson's penchant for cheap fuel.



That's not to say life has been entirely stress-free with the Tucson, with the top-selling Hyundai serving up some quirks that are taking some time to get used to.

For one, the lack of proximity unlocking is outrageously annoying. The Tucson just happened to arrive at a point where my arms were almost always filled with presents or food or both, and so trying to free the key from my pocket required much Cirque du Soleil antics.


But the biggest issue is the cruise control function. Kudos to Hyundai for including one, but the system fitted to the Tucson can only maintain speed going uphill, not down it.


Still, the Tucson has fitted nicely into our family life.











Article sourced from: https://www.carsguide.com.au

Hyundai Tucson For Sale Reviewed

The average new vehicle depreciates by nearly 33% in the first two years, the Hyundai Tucson for sale beats that average by approximately 5% and continues to maintain a higher than average value for the next ten model years. The combination of affordability and utility is a big reason why.

Specs – This Time Smaller Is Better
The 2017 Tucson came with either a 164 hp 2.0-litre I-4 or a 175hp 1.6-litre turbo I-4, the latter of which adds noticeably to the acceleration (the 2.0 is quite pokey) and ends up being slightly more efficient at the same time. The 1.6 T GDI delivers 130kW of power at 5500 and 265Nm of torque at 4500, 2.0 NU Petrol delivers 115kW @ 6200 and 196Nm @ 4000. However, the R2.0 CRDi Diesel offers 131kW of power at 4000 and 400Nm of torque at 2750 (based on 2020 figures) meaning if you want to beat the segment average in efficiency, the Tucson offers good options.

The Tucson runs about average on cargo space, with 878-lires with the rear seats in use and 1727-litres.

Performance/Comfort – Turbo with a Placid Ride
Even if we don’t buy SUVs for their acceleration, a serious lack thereof can blunt the attraction. That’s why the addition of the 1.6-litre turbo in 2016 gave Tucson shoppers a reason to give it a second look. The turbo was a much-needed upgrade over the somewhat sluggish 2.9-litre.

The ride is smooth enough over rough roads but still athletic around corners, with minimum body roll and a well-planted feel. The cabin is quiet, doing a good job of insulating passengers from road and wind noise. This quiet yet refined driving experience is one of the big pluses in favour of the Tucson versus other comparable vehicles.


Particularly Enjoyable Features
Here’s a run-down of key considerations for the 2017 Hyundai Tucson.

• Pleasurable drive
• Good fuel economy
• Available AWD
• Decent cargo space and towing capacity
• Affordable
• IIHS top safety pick (at Limited trim, with blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane change assist) 

The real genius of the Hyundai Tucson, like all successful mid-size SUVs, is in doing a lot of things well instead of doing any one or two things great. The ride is smooth, the acceleration is decent (with the 1.6-litre at least), the cabin is quiet, and the cargo space adequate. Bundling all that together with a good assortment of safety features and even the top trim Limited is a great deal.


Article sourced from: https://blog.carsforsale.com

What The Used Hyundai i20 Is Like

 So you want a cheap, cheerful small car. You’re not that fussed about how exciting it is to drive – but you do care that it comes with as much space and peace-of-mind as possible. Step right up, because the Hyundai i20 for sale is the used car for you.

Rivals like the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo steal more of the limelight because they’re more entertaining to drive or more attractively appointed inside, but the little Hyundai has become a popular choice thanks to its no-nonsense attitude.

The biggest selling point when new was the five-year, unlimited-mileage manufacturer’s warranty. That also makes the i20 a desirable used purchase, of course, because a three-year-old i20 will still benefit from two years’ remaining warranty, where most other cars will have none left. Check you're happy with the warranty terms and conditions before you buy, mind you, because longer warranties like these sometimes fail to cover everything you'd expect beyond the three-year mark.

The i20’s hassle-free way of doing things is even more apparent when you get behind the wheel. It’s easy to drive in town thanks to its compact dimensions, although the steering could be lighter.

That steering becomes too light at speed, mind you, and combined with pronounced body lean, means the i20 isn’t as much fun to drive as the class best. That said, the handling is always stable and predictable, and the ride is comfortable.

You get a choice of peppy petrol or frugal diesel engines, and all are reasonably hushed. Tyre and wind noise are kept to a minimum, too, making the i20 a reasonably calm thing to drive. And inside, while the dashboard is rather bland and the plastics used aren’t up to the standard even of the Ford Fiesta, let alone the Volkswagen Polo, everything does at least feel solid and well-built.

Article source: https://www.whatcar.com/hyundai/i20/hatchback/used-review/n17403

A Look At The 2020 Hyundai Accent

 The Hyundai Accent is the smallest, cheapest car Hyundai will sell you, sitting below the Elantra and Sonata in its sedan lineup. This current, fifth-gen Accent debuted for the 2018 model year, and it rides on the same platform as the Kia Rio and Hyundai Kona. The Accent is a subcompact sedan that competes with cars like the Kia Rio and Nissan Versa, as well as small hatchbacks like the Honda Fit.

What’s New

• More efficient 1.6-litre engine

• CVT automatic replaces conventional automatic

What We Think

As fond as we are of some of its platform mates, when we got our hands on an Accent it disappointed us. Hyundai's last-gen design language fits well on the smaller frame and Limited models are relatively feature-rich, but the rest of the experience let us down.

 

Even with last year's more powerful 1.6-litre engine, we called the Accent "inexplicably lazy." The powerplant also sounded coarse, which wasn't aided by an all-too-noisy blower fan. The interior design is similarly uninspired, and even the top-spec Limited can't escape economy-car fabric seats.

 

Its handling is predictable and acceptable but nothing special. That kind of sums up how we feel about the Accent as a whole. It's a fine little middle-of-the-road car, but nothing elevates it past forgettable.

Performance and Fuel Economy

The 2020 Accent gets a less powerful, more efficient version of its predecessor's 1.6-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder. This revised version makes 120 hp and 113 lb-ft of torque compared to 130 hp and 119 lb-ft in the outgoing model. The old six-speed auto has been replaced with a CVT automatic that, combined with the more frugal engine, achieves 33/41 mpg city/highway. Base models equipped with the six-speed manual transmission return 29/39 mpg city/highway.

 

When we tested a 2019 Accent Limited with the old engine and automatic transmission, it hit 60 mph in 9.6 seconds.

 

Safety

The Accent performs well in IIHS safety testing, earning a 2019 Top Safety Pick when equipped with the LED headlights included on Limited models. However, it receives only a four-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. In NHTSA testing, it was found that rear passengers can be at risk in side impacts.

 

Driver-assist features are rare on the Accent. Only the top-spec Limited model is equipped with forward collision-avoidance assist, which can detect other cars and apply full braking force with the vehicle operating between 5 and 50 mph

 

Utility (Cargo Space and Interior Room)

The Accent can house up to five, including the driver. Front seat passengers enjoy 42.1 inches of legroom and those in the back make do with 33.5 inches. The trunk provides 13.7 cubic feet of cargo volume, which can be expanded by folding down the rear seats.

 

Technology

The tech offerings are pretty slim for the Accent, especially in base model form. Entry-level SE models work with a compact 5.0-inch touchscreen infotainment that lacks the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility of the 7.0-inch system you get in more expensive models. With the infotainment, upgrade comes a six-speaker audio system (up from four). Limited models get some convenience tech including a hands-free auto-open trunk and a proximity key with push-button start.

 

Trim Levels (Interior and Exterior Options)

2020 Hyundai Accent SE

Being the smallest and least expensive Hyundai sold in the States, the base accent is relatively sparse. Buyers get a 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine, six-speed manual transmission, 15-inch wheels, cloth upholstery, 60/40 fold-down rear seats, steering wheel-mounted controls, and a 5.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with four-speaker audio.

 

2020 Hyundai Accent SEL

The mid-level Accent offers a standard CVT automatic, hill-start assist, heated side mirrors, automatic headlights, fog lights, sliding centre armrest, tilt and telescope steering wheel, and voice recognition. A 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment with six-speaker audio, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto is a big upgrade.

 

2020 Hyundai Accent Limited

Top-spec Accent Limited models sport 17-inch wheels, forward collision-avoidance assist, heated side mirrors with turn-signal indicators, chrome door handles, LED headlights, LED taillights, and LED daytime running lights. The top model also boasts a hands-free trunk with auto-open, sunroof, proximity key with push button start, heated front seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.

Article source: https://www.motortrend.com/cars/hyundai/accent/

Hyundai Hints At Their Future Lineup’s Design

Hyundai has provided a glimpse of its future design with the Prophecy concept. Will we be seeing more like this in Hyundai dealerships in the future?

The concept is an EV with a curvy, almost retro design that recalls the Saab 92 of the 1950s. Hyundai describes the design as an evolution of its Sensuous Sportiness design language first introduced with 2018's Le Fil Rouge concept.

The Le Fil Rouge previewed the design of the latest Sonata but it isn't clear at this point if the Prophecy also previews a specific model. It's more likely the Prophecy hints at future design themes rather than an actual production-bound model, specifically the concept's voluminous proportions, clean surfaces and aerodynamic shape. Hyundai said the car's pixelated lights will also be carried forward as a signature design language of future models.

A long wheelbase has resulted in a roomy cabin that, like the exterior, also features retro themes. It's still a high-tech space, though, with a pair of joysticks replacing the traditional steering wheel and a large digital screen spanning almost the entire width of the dash. An air-purifying system also cleans the air entering the cabin and then circulates it back to the atmosphere.

While the jury's still out on whether the Prophecy concept will spawn a production model, another cool EV concept from Hyundai, last year's wedgy 45 concept, is set to spawn a production model. Prototypes are currently testing ahead of the model's expected to debut in 2021.

Article from: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1127151_hyundai-prophecy-concept-hints-at-cool-look-for-automaker-s-future-lineup

Crossovers and SUVs are like ice cream. They come in a seemingly endless variety of flavours and almost everyone can find at least one to love. If we compare compact crossovers to these tasty treats, the Hyundai Tucson for sale is the equivalent of vanilla, a plain yet widely satisfying flavour.

Despite being significantly outsold by competitors such as the Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Rogue, the Hyundai's holistic sophistication and on-road refinement are noteworthy, as is its mid-cycle refresh for 2019 that brings more distinctive front-end styling, a redesigned upper dashboard, more standard infotainment features, and driver-assistance technology. Although the superficial changes barely notch up its curb appeal, the updates help make the Tucson even more compelling than discerning tastes might expect.

Stacking up Tucsons

The Ultimate model tested here is the cherry on top of the Tucson lineup. It includes as standard automatic high-beam headlamps, ventilated leather front seats, heated steering wheel and rear seats, and rain-sensing wipers. Additional standard highlights include a 360-degree camera system, adaptive cruise control, and a panoramic sunroof. Every Tucson has automated emergency braking and lane-keeping assist, but SEL models and up add blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

We had already tested a Tucson Ultimate with all-wheel drive, so we decided to see how the front-drive version stacks up. Both share a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter inline-four—good for 181 horsepower and 237Nm of torque—mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The engine is responsive to throttle inputs and never rises above a dull moan even when its accelerator is buried in the carpet. The transmission goes through its motions with similar refinement, despite feeling a beat slow to downshift when executing passing maneuvers or accelerating out of corners. The differences in driving behavior between front- and all-wheel drive are negligible, yet our testing does reveal subtle performance variations. The front-drive version's 8.8-second zero-to-97-kmh time is 0.4 second slower than the AWD's and that, despite it weighing 112 pounds less and rolling on the same 225/55R-18 Michelin Primacy Tour A/S all-season tires, the front-drive model needed an extra 4.5m to stop from 112km/h (56m). Still, both test cars posted the same 80-to-112-kmh time of 6.4 seconds, which is an insightful metric that simulates passing on the highway.

The Hyundai Tucson trades as a more affordable and fuel-efficient choice, with the EPA estimating that the Tucson Ultimate FWD will earn 10.6km/l combined, 22 in the city, and 28 on the highway; all-wheel drive drops those figures to 9.7 km/l combined, 21 city, and 26 highway. More significant is that the front-driver returned an impressive 13.6km/l on our 120km/h highway fuel-economy test versus just 26 mpg for the all-wheel-drive model.
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Article source: https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a28799488/2019-hyundai-tucson-fwd-by-the-numbers/

The Hyundai Accent - Exactly what most people need.

Hyundai is one of the first and foremost a manufacturer of economical, compact runabouts. We like those - being the nation who puts the “skate” in “cheapskate”, and we have a particular fondness when you can get one of these thrifty little Korean cars in a useful hatchback version.

The 2018 Hyundai Accent, combining hatchback and an available manual transmission, is particularly loved. Even while other manufacturers begin abandoning the manual transmission as we move towards our crossover-laden future, Hyundai still makes sticks for those who want them. And they won’t make you choose between niceties or a desire for three pedals either, as this well-equipped GLS model isn’t missing much.

Honda and Toyota pay attention: this is the kind of styling people want in their little car. Yes, Hyundai could be accused of copying the Germans’ homework a little too closely over the past few years (and poaching some of their best stylists and engineers), but is that such a problem if you’re the one with the shopping list? The Hyundai Accent is a sharp-looking, unfussy design. The grille’s probably twice as big as it needs to be, but that’s the sole reach for a car that seems built around the word “restraint”. If you’re reading this and are the stylist responsible for the front end of the Corolla XLS, you might have to go look that one up in the dictionary.

The 15-inch steel wheels are standard on the base model, with 15-inch alloys as the first upgrade, and 17s on the GLS trim. The GLS also gets disc brakes at all four corners, while the entry-level models still have drum brakes outback, but a set of basic 15-inch wheels for winter duties should still fit just fine. The 205 mm Continental all-season tires on the GLS aren’t the cheapest to replace, but are a relatively available size.

Inside, the Accent first impresses with space. The huge (616 L) cargo area is particularly good, although the lip with the hatchback open means it’s more oriented for grocery carrying rather than heavy objects. Watch your back after your Ikea trip.

Back-seat legroom is fine for the subcompact class, and with two younger kids to haul to and fro, was perfectly acceptable. Upfront the GLS gets a bit of sporty accenting with some red trim on the seats and on the doors. The former will be useful as a little extra protection on high-wear areas like the seat bolsters. Cabin storage was good too, although an extra USB charger would have been useful – there’s a spot for an extra 12V power outlet, but it’s blanked off for some reason.

Just as the exterior is all business, and the better for it, so too is the Accent’s fancy-free dash layout. Eight buttons and two knobs back up the touchscreen controls. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are available on the GL and GLS trims, and even the base model’s 5.0L touchscreen has an iPod connector. Bluetooth and air conditioning aren’t available on the cheapest L model, but the mid-grade GL has both and voice recognition.

This GLS piled on the trickle-down amenities with keyless entry, push-button start, and even a heated steering wheel to go with the heated seats. Given the ability to run navigation from your smartphone, is there much more needed?

Perhaps a little pep. With a 1.6L direct-injection engine making 130 hp and 119 lb-ft of torque, the accent here is on economy rather than performance. A compact car with a small-displacement turbocharged engine makes hills effortless; in the Accent, you’ve got to downshift and give it a few revs.

Which is not to say the Accent is slow, merely modestly powered. The six-speed automatic has been noted by others as a little sluggish, but the manual allows the driver to poke the four-cylinder awake and extract what power it has. The chassis is not exactly a pocket-rocket grade, with relatively numb steering that doesn’t encourage spirited driving, but there’s more than enough competence here to carry a little momentum when you need to.

As for the manual, clutch and shifter feel are a little on the vague side, but livable. Selecting reverse takes a moment’s deliberation, but you can shift the Accent smoothly through the rest of the gears without too much slop. Like the steering, the shift action is neither crisp enough to be exciting nor sloppy enough to be irritating. This is a perfectly acceptable powertrain that just wants to get on with the business of daily driving.

Ride comfort is good but firm. The 17-inch wheels of the GLS are probably at the top end of the range for what you’d ideally want in unsprung weight, so a 15-inch wheel on GL models would be a better choice for taking on east-coast potholes. On relatively smooth BC roads, the Accent was free of any signs of choppiness.

Further, despite the tires being a little noisy on the road, the Accent’s engine was refined enough not to make highway travel unpleasant. Despite being a subcompact, the Accent dispatches the buzz box stereotypes of the past. It feels substantial enough on the road to be a solid commuter, with enough hatchback flexibility for more adventurous weekend plans.

You won’t, however, head out on Saturday morning without first filling up your Accent. The fuel economy is quite good, and some parsimonious upshifting will easily see you hitting official numbers. However, the Accent’s 45L fuel tank is hilariously small. Or, if you haven’t read the owner’s manual, it is hilarious when you clock the half-full mark on the fuel gauge, wonder, “Have I been driving that much?” and then fill your car for twenty-five bucks.

After a week driving the Accent, I came away impressed by its overall goodness, rather than any particular standout quality. It looks businesslike, and they don’t charge you extra for the silver or grey paint you’re likely to get. There’s enough space for people and things. It’s not a pocket rocket – but it’s also not that slow. It corners just fine and feels substantial on the highway. The equipment packaging makes sense.

So yes, Hyundai can sell you a train or a boat or some industrial mining equipment. They build and sell everything anyone could possibly want.

Far more important is that they still build exactly what most people need.

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Article source: http://www.autotrader.ca/expert/20180913/test-drive-2018-hyundai-accent-5-door-gls/