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Hyundai Tucson 2018: One of the few safest and most reliable Hyundai cars

Sep 22, 2020

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If you are wondering about the price, interior, or exterior review of the Hyundai Tucson 2018, especially the Tucson 2.0 GLS CRDI 2WD, this article is for you. Stay tuned!

In the past few years, the mid-size crossover segment has gradually become a gold mine that car manufacturers have put a lot of resources to compete with, hoping to win a decent share. And Hyundai is no exception when they came out with the 2018 Hyundai Tucson with four versions to provide customers' needs.

So, today, in this article, we will walk you through all aspects of this incredible car. Let's dive right in!

1. 2018 Hyundai Tucson Exterior: Sporty & Elegant

The Hyundai Tucson 2018 is rate as a sporty yet elegant car in general. The manufacturers give it some specific exterior details to highlight the strong and energetic side, such as the slimmed-down headlights and the diamond-cut hexagon symbol of Hyundai, with a bold style designed by Peter Schreyer. He is known as the great mind behind the success of old-school cars such as the Volkswagen New Beetle 1997 or Audi TT 1998.

Hyundai Tucson 2018

The snazzy and classic look of the Hyundai Tucson 2018

Hyundai Tucson is designed with fluidic language - which is the trademark of Hyundai. In terms of size, the 2018 Tucson continues to own the overall measurements of Length x Width x Height 4,475 x 1,850 x 1,660 (mm), the wheelbase of the car reaches 2,670 (mm), and the ground clearance is 172 (mm). These parameters are quite mobile and suitable for many travel purposes. Moreover, the 2018 Hyundai Tucson has one key factor in winning the best furniture than cars of the same segment: the excellent two-axis distance.

Hyundai Tucson 2018

Hyundai Tucson 2018

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2. 2018 Hyundai Tucson Exterior: Fit both men & women

The Hyundai Tucson 2018 continues to have beige tones throughout the inside furniture, helps create a luxurious, elegant cabin, suitable for both men and women. Although it only has five seats, not the most "multi-seat" model in the segment, passengers still can enjoy the ride with the best-in-class spaciousness designed especially by Hyundai.

Cabin and Seating capacity

2018 Hyundai Tucson interior

The elegance cabin of the 2018 Tucson 

One plus point of all Tucson models is the soft leather and smooth cushions in every seat. The front row is designed to be large and plump to hold the occupants' chair, and it can be adjusted to 10 and 8 directions, respectively (except for the standard manual seat adjustment). This 2018 Tucson brings us the perfect experience and comfort in long journeys with its spaciousness and mild, regardless of a 5-seater car.

Cargo space

The standard capacity of this 2018 version is respectively large, up to 878 liters. Moreover, when folding the rear seats, the total volume of the car trunk will be expanded to be up to 1753 liters. This is a really impressive number, more than enough for you and your family to carry luggage on weekend trips.

The Tucson 2018 is equipped with a smart key. This comes in super convenient in occasions where you have picnics with your family and friends and need to unload big objects such as bicycles or tents, all you need to do is press the button, and the car trunk will automatically open.

Entertaining system

The 2018 Hyundai Tucson has some beneficial upgrades with the entertaining system, which includes a 3.8-inch mono LCD touchscreen display. This not only increases the convenience when operating controls but also helps the cabin look more modern and upscale.

Besides, the ability to support MP3 / MP4 / Radio entertainment with Bluetooth / AUX / iPod connectivity with smartphones and the high-quality 6-speaker sound system will bring you the best hearing experience, more than enough for your cheerful trips.

Hyundai Tucson 2018 Interior

The 3.8-inch mono LCD touchscreen display helps the cabin look more modern and upscale.

3. 2018 Hyundai Tucson Safety and Security: One of the most reliable car

Equipped with advanced protective technology and full support for passengers, Hyundai Tucson is one of the few safest and most reliable cars. Enjoy the following features as you travel with Tucson:

6 Airbags (2 for Standard model)

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Hill-Start Assist Control (HSA)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) With EBD

Rear View Mirror

Downhill Brake Control (DBC)

Key System (Smart Key, Button Start, Alarm)

Immobilizer

Safety Window

Rear Parking Assist System

Child Safety Rear Door Locking

4. 2018 Hyundai Tucson Engine: Robust & sporty performance

To review this car, people often use words like "powerful", "dynamic", "strong" or "sporty".

The reason behind that is the 2018 Tucson packs a turbo engine 2.0L T-GDi direct injection for a maximum capacity of 185 horsepower at 4000 rpm with maximum torque of 402 Nm at 2750 rpm. Combined with a 7-speed DCT dual-clutch gearbox and an ASD high-performance suspension system, the 2018 Hyundai Tucson brings us a robust, sporty performance on every track.

All versions are equipped with three drive modes: Eco - Normal - Sport to bring the most distinctive experiences to each customer. This system interferes with the unique correction engine, responding to the need for softness and comfort in Eco mode or sport, power in the Sport mode.

Hyundai Tucson 2018 Engine

Behind the 2018 Tucson engine bay

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5. Comparison of the 2018 Hyundai Tucson GLS vs. GL

 

Tucson GL

Tucson GLS

 

Design

 
- Significant dynamic design
 
- Matte silver hexagon grille
 
- 17-inch alloy wheels

- Significant dynamic design

- Come with foglight, front/rear mudguard

- Chrome hexagon grille

- 18-inch alloy wheels

Interior

- Polyurethane tiller wheel

- Manually-adjustable seat

- Big lamps

- Leather-clad steering wheel

- 8-way electric adjustment

- Cooling vents and lights in the glove box

- Small individuals lamps

- Removable roll-out screen at the back

Engine

- Turbo engine T-GDi direct injection for a maximum of 175 horsepower capacity at 5,500 rpm with maximum torque of 265 Nm at 1,500 - 4,500 rpm. 

- 7-speed DCT dual-clutch gearbox.

- Diesel engine 2.0L, eVGT, direct injection for a maximum of 182 horsepower capacity at 4,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 400 Nm at 1,750 - 2,750 rpm.

- 6-speed automatic transmission

Performance and Safety

- No ESC

- Has ESC

In Conclusion

At present, the Hyundai Tucson 2018 has achieved significant success in increasing the attraction for the third generation of Tucson in high-rise cars' growth trend. And although two years have passed since it's first introduced, this fantastic car can still perfectly suit your everyday needs.

We hope that you now have a complete view of the Hyundai Tucson 2018 Philippines. Thank you for reading, and don't forget to share this with your family and friends!

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