The new model 2019 Hyundai Tucson is the fourth generation of popular compact-crossover SUV. It comes with 5-passenger seats and an eye-catching exterior design. The sharp-looking compact SUV model and car candidate of the year 2016 in Europe will now get much more modifications.
Also, the latest technology and safety features like automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection will be included in this year model.
2019 Hyundai Tucson – Revamped Front Fascia
The revamped front fascia with big grill will now get a sportier look. Also, what will make it different from other SUVs is its flowing lines and LED-accented headlights. Under its beautiful look is a chassis that uses more than 50-percent high-strength steel. This will make the new 2019 Hyundai Tucson safe and stable in every situation.
The 2019 Hyundai Tucson will come with comfortable 8-way-power seats lumbar. The new dash will give as big vents and knobs for climate and audio controls. However, if you choose the higher-end model you will get beautiful 8-inch touch-screen interface. The optional infotainment system will include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 405-watt/8-speaker and Blue Link 2.0 smartphone interface. If you go for the Ultimate package you will get ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, lane-departure warning, rear parking sensors and a panoramic sunroof. This package will also include automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection.
Tucson Gets the N Sport Version in 2019
The 2019 Hyundai Tucson could be the first crossover in the family to get performance-oriented N package. What does this addition bring? The N Sport package boost the vehicle in many ways. The 2019 Tucson is going to be easier to handle, and it will go smoothly through corners and curves. Special shocks and suspensions, with a different tuning of the entire system, are being tested in Nurnberg. It is known as one of the toughest tracks, once passed, the car is ready for any challenges on the road. More balance and traction are also improving the overall safety. The N package changes the crossover’s drive mechanics, by using the same engine as the standard models.
2019 Hyundai Tucson – Comes with a few engine choices
The new 2019 Hyundai Tucson will be presented with three engine options and one of them is the new induction electric motor (hydrogen fuel cell). The base model Tucson SE will be mounted with an inline-4 – 2,0 engine. The engine is capable of producing 164 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 151 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. Furthermore, this model is also fuel efficient with its EPA city/highway economy of 23/30 mpg for the front wheel drive (FWD) and 21/26 mpg for the all-wheel drive (AWD).
The second one is 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-4 that will be paired with the 7-speed automatic dual-clutch transmission. However, this one model will deliver 175 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 195 lb-ft of torque at 1,500-4,500 rpm. It is also fuel efficient like the previous model but with just little more better numbers. The EPA city/highway fuel economy is 25/30 mpg (FWD), 24/28 mpg (AWD) and 26/32 mpg (Eco, FWD), 25/30 mpg (Eco, AWD).
The last one is as we mentioned at the beginning an Induction electric motor (hydrogen fuel cell). This one model will use an advanced system that turns the element into electricity to power a motor. Furthermore, it will produce 134 horsepower at 5,000 rpm. The torque is 221 lb-ft at 1,000 rpm. It comes with 37-gallon tank that can be filled in less than 10 minutes. When fully charged the car is capable to go about 265 miles. All models will have a standard front-wheel drive and optional all-wheel drive.
2019 Hyundai Tucson – MSRP, Expected Release Date and Opponents
As for the pricing, we assume that the model 2019 Hyundai Tucson SE will have just little higher price than the predecessor. The price number will be around $24,000. However, the better-equipped Eco model is expected to have a price around $26,000. Its release is expected at the end of 2018.
The Sport model will have $1000 higher price and will come with $27,000. If you go for the Ultimate package you will need to spend around $35,000. The biggest competitors will be Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV, Mazda CX-5 and Ford Escape.
