Hyundai has announced MY18 specifications and pricing for its popular Tucson range.
The Tucson has been a consistently strong performer in the mid-size SUV category and these updates look to consolidate and build on its success.
There are changes to the powertrain line-up and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now available across the range.
Hyundai has opted to utilise its 2.0-litre GDi (gasoline direction-injection) four-cylinder engine to replace the 2.0-litre MPi in Tucson Active and Elite variants.
The 2.0-litre GDi engine has an improved spec sheet and delivers 121kW maximum power and 203Nm maximum torque. This represents a slight increase over the 114kW of power and 192Nm of torque produced by the 2.0-litre MPi engine.
Improved infotainment functionality and connectivity has been achieved with a new hardware platform that can now offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across all model variants. This technology was previously only available on Active and Active X models.
"Hyundai Tucson has consistently been a star performer in Australia's fastest-growing new-car market segment," says Hyundai Motor Company Australia Chief Operating Officer, Scott Grant.
"SUV buyers increasingly demand the type of engineering quality, good design and bountiful features previously available only in prestige cars. The Hyundai Tucson has been able to deliver all those qualities, together with great value for money, in spades.
"Now, thanks to the MY18 changes we've just introduced, Tucson offers even more efficiency with state-of-the-art technology features to cement its position as a robust market leader."
2.0-litre GDi engine specifications:
Cubic capacity: 1,999cc
Maximum power: 121kW @ 6,200rpm
Maximum torque: 203Nm @ 4,700rpm
16-valve four-cylinder with Hydraulic Lash Adjustment (HLA)
Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT)
Gasoline Direct Injection
Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Fuel consumption: 7.8L/100km (manual), 7.9L/100km (automatic)
Hyundai Tucson MY18 Specifications
Tucson Active
2.0L GDi petrol engine (2WD) or 2.0L CRDi diesel engine (AWD)
6 airbags (driver & front passenger, driver & front passenger side (thorax), full-length curtains)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist System (BAS)
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
Rear view camera with dynamic guidelines
Rear parking assist system (4 sensors) with guidance
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
LED high mount stop light
Projector beam headlights with escort and welcome function
Automatic dusk sensing headlights
Front Fog Lights
7-inch touchscreen audio w/ MP3 capability, 6 speakers with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
AUX/USB audio input with digital iPod® compatibility
Bluetooth connectivity (hands-free phone & audio streaming)
Steering-wheel mounted audio controls
17-inch alloy wheels
Cruise control
Driver’s one-touch window up and down function with anti-pinching safety feature
60:40 split folding rear seats with multi stage recline function
Roof rails
Cargo net
2-way electric lumbar support
Tucson Active X (Key Specifications above Active)
2.0L GDi petrol engine (2WD)
Leather-appointed seats
Premium steering wheel & gear knob
18-inch alloy wheels with 225/55R18 tyres
Electric folding side mirrors
Heated side mirrors
Matte grey effect insert on side garnish
Illuminated glovebox compartment
Option Pack: Panoramic glass sunroof $2,000
Tucson Elite (Key specifications above Active X)
2.0L GDi petrol engine (2WD), 1.6L T-GDi petrol engine (AWD) or 2.0L CRDi diesel engine (AWD)
LED headlights with static bending lights
Electro-chromatic auto dimming interior mirror (ECM)
Electrically adjusted driver’s seat (10-way including lumbar)
Electronic Park-Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold function
Dual-zone climate control air-conditioning with auto defog function
Proximity smart key with pushbutton start
8-inch touchscreen satellite navigation with 3-year map update plan, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
Smart Tailgate function (hands-free power tailgate)
Privacy glass
Chrome effect front radiator grille, door handles & beltline moulding
Puddle lights in side mirrors with courtesy light in door handles
LED side repeater integrated into side mirrors
Steering-wheel mounted phone controls
Option Pack: Panoramic glass sunroof $2,000
Tucson Highlander (Key specifications above Elite)
1.6L T-GDi petrol engine (AWD) or 2.0L CRDi diesel engine (AWD)
19-inch alloy wheels
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) with Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Blind Spot Detection (BSD) incorporating Lane Change Assist (LCA)
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
Front parking assist system (4 sensors) with guidance
Electrically adjusted front passenger’s seat (8-way including lumbar)
Heated & air-ventilated front seats
Panoramic glass sunroof and LED map lights
Centre console driver's side knee bolster
Twin-tip trapezoidal exhaust
4.2” TFT LCD colour display in supervision cluster
Matte grey effect skid plate (front & rear)
Chrome garnish on power window switches
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
LED tail-lights with bulb turn signal & reverse lights
Rain-sensing wipers
Solar-control glass
Glovebox compartment with cooling
Hyundai Tucson MY18 Pricing (excludes on-road costs)
Active 2.0 GDi 2WD $28,590 (manual)
Active 2.0 GDi 2WD $31,090 (6-speed auto)
Active 2.0 CRDi AWD $35,090 (6-speed auto)
Active X 2.0 GDi 2WD $31,150 (manual)
Active X 2.0 GDi 2WD $33,650 (6-speed auto)
Elite 2.0 GDi 2WD $36,250 (6-speed auto)
Elite 1.6 T-GDi AWD $39,250 (7-speed DCT)
Elite 2.0 CRDi AWD $41,250 (6-speed auto)
Highlander 1.6 T-GDi AWD $45,450 (7-speed DCT)
Highlander 2.0 CRDi AWD $47,450 (6-speed auto)
Option Pricing
Metallic / Mica Paint: $595
Beige Interior (Active X, Elite & Highlander): $295
Burgundy Interior (Highlander): $295
Panoramic Sunroof (Active X and Elite): $2,000
The MY18 Hyundai Tucson changes will keep the Tuscon at the top end of the sales chart, it remains strong value for money and is backed by Hyundai’s extensive aftersales package.
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