Hyundai Terracan (03-07) - Review

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Who said off-roaders have gone soft? Terracan is proof that the macho 4x4 still exists, and if you need a workhorse rather than fashion accessory, it fits the bill. It's cheap to buy, stacked with kit and quite capable in the rough stuff. And used prices are enticing, making it a great second car for towing horseboxes or caravans. On the down side it's not particularly nice to drive, nor comfortable.
2.5 out of 5

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Running costs

Insurance group 12 and five-year warranty are very good for this class, but 25mpg from a diesel isn’t too clever. Hyundai dealers tend to offer value-for-money servicing.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

2500 miles (minor), 10,000 miles (major).

Warranty

Five years, unlimited mileage

Road tax (12 months)

£270.00 - £460.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

Full running costs data

2 out of 5

Green credentials

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

The arrows indicate the best and worst CO2 bands for this model.

Emissions summary

Terracan is quite a polluting model. With an average of 232 g/km CO2 across the model line-up, its emissions are a little high for a large 4x4. However, it's worth noting that the line up has a high number of diesel models, bringing the average down and giving buyers more choices of low-emission versions. Diesels typically produce less CO2 than petrol engines with similar power outputs. The range is not very frugal, averaging 32 mpg.

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