Hyundai Tucson 1.7 CRDi (UK)
Hyundai's best selling model in the UK
is now being offered with a more potent 141 PS turbo diesel unit,
mated to a seven-speed double clutch 7DCT transmission.
The configuration also involves
two-wheel drive (2WD) and is available to order in the UK from £ 24,570 (SE
trim), all the way to £ 29,695 for the Premium SE high-spec version.
Working together with the 1.7-liter CRDi
engine is Hyundai's in-house developed 7DCT transmission, which offers the
driver a choice between fully automatic and sequential manual gear changes.
According to the automaker, this gearbox
delivers better fuel efficiency and lower CO2 emissions compared to a 6-speed
automatic - specifically 129 gram CO2 and 57.6 mpg (4.9 l/100 km) combined.
In terms of both efficiency as well as
performance, the new powertrain features Hyundai's Integrated Stop & Go
(ISG) system as standard, while the 141 PS diesel engine also provides 340 Nm of torque from 1,750 rpm to 2,500 rpm. This translates into a 0-100
km/h sprint time of 11.5 seconds, plus a top speed of 185 km/h.
Hyundai also points out that among the
Tucson's other strong selling points are its advanced active safety systems,
ranging from Blind Spot Detection to Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Keep Assist
and Autonomous Emergency Braking with pedestrian recognition. The Tucson was
recently awarded a Top Safety Pick+ rating by the IIHS and aced EuroNCAP tests
back in October of last year.
