Hyundai Tucson (04-09) - Review

Review by David Ross on
3
The Tucson is a budget 4x4 that majors on value for money and generous equipment. That's not to say it isn't capable off road and the four-wheel drive versions can cope surprisingly well with tough terrain.

Hyundai Tucson (04-09)

Well equipped, five-year warranty, decent off road ability, strong diesel engine

Awkward looks, dated and drab interior, firm ride, not very economical

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£14,595 - £20,702

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£2,172 - £12,105

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Summary

Parkers Rating:

3 out of 5

The Tucson is a budget 4x4 that majors on value for money and generous equipment. That's not to say it isn't capable off road and the four-wheel drive versions can cope surprisingly well with tough terrain. But it's on the tarmac where the Hyundai is really designed to spend the majority of its time. Here it is comfortable enough and handles well in corners with good body control, although the suspension is firm which is noticeable in town and over rough roads. There's a good diesel engine available, which is just as well as the petrols are underpowered and thirsty. The model was slightly facelifted for 2009 while a two-wheel drive version was also introduced.

Parkers Ratings

Overall

3 out of 5

Performance

2.5 out of 5

Handling

3 out of 5

Comfort

2.5 out of 5

Practicality

3.5 out of 5

Behind the wheel

2.5 out of 5

Safety

3.5 out of 5

Reliability

4 out of 5

Running costs

3 out of 5

Green credentials

2.5 out of 5

Buying used

3 out of 5

Selling

3 out of 5

Equipment

4 out of 5

What owners say...

“ It's got masses of space. The 4x4 is such a benefit. A couple of weeks after owning it I had to go and collect my new dog from 20 miles away. This was the day of all the snow in 2010. I set out early...  ”

4 out of 5

Dan Roberts ,   21 Sep 2011    ... read more

“ It's a Tardis on wheels. More usable space than a Volvo estate. Comfortable and easy to drive on long journeys and round the doors.  ”

4 out of 5

Anonymous ,   06 Sep 2008    ... read more

“ Its more economical than my old Omega. It tows superb, (was a bit concerned going back to towing with a manual after a few years with the auto Omega). Loads of torque...easy hill starts even with a...  ”

5 out of 5

Phil Hughes ,   28 May 2007    ... read more

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