Hyundai India will launch the next generation 2023 Tucson SUV on 13th July. The upcoming Hyundai’s flagship is the fourth generation model and it misses out on the free-standing infotainment system of the previous generation. But, the Korean maker says, the upcoming Tucson would get intelligent technologies, futuristic design, and a long list of safety and innovative features. The wheelbase is rated at 2756 mm which is quite longer although the SUV would be a 5-seater only. Rear passengers can expect huge space than what’s seen on the existing third generation model.
The SUV sports 18-inch wheels against the
19-inchers it gets abroad. But, that shouldn’t be a problem as smaller wheels
get slightly bigger-side-wall tires for better ride quality, especially in
Indian conditions. Hyundai calls the new design, ‘Sensual Sportiness’ and the
Tucson gets good-looking cuts and creases throughout the body. The beautiful
large grille is the highlight of the front while the sharp dual-tone alloy
pattern accentuates the design at the sides.
The DRLs are now part of the grille while
the headlights are placed in separate housings in the bumper, a strait seen on
most Hyundai cars in the last couple of years. Sitting above the Alcazar in
Hyundai India’s lineup, it will share the 2-litre naturally aspired engine from
the Creta based 7-seater. As far as diesel engine goes, expect a new 2-litre
motor. All-wheel drive will also be offered as an option.
The upcoming Tucson will get all of
Hyundai’s latest ADAS features. In addition, it would get ‘Bluelink’ connected
tech, a digital instrument cluster, and a panoramic sunroof among a ton of
other features. Hyundai has sold 7 million units of the Tucson so far since the
launch of the first generation model in 2004. Expect a price tag of Rs. 25-30
lakhs (ex-showroom) when the SUV goes on sale here. It will compete against the
likes of the Jeep Compass, Citroen C5, and VW Tiguan among others.
