Hyundai has taken the wraps off the facelifted Tucson, ahead of its launch in Europe and, presumably, the United States next year. The company isn’t saying much about the crossover at this point, but it features an ‘evolved’ Parametric Dynamics design which is instantly recognizable. Despite being familiar, the crossover adopts a new grille and updated Parametric Jewel lighting units.
The updates continue below with a modified
bumper and a faux skid plate. Additional changes are limited, but the automaker
said we can expect new wheels and a revised rear end. Moving inside, we can see
a new interior with a minimalist three-spoke steering wheel and a more
traditional dashboard. The latter change allows the crossover to be equipped
with a panoramic curved display, which consists of a 12.3-inch digital
instrument cluster and a matching 12.3-inch infotainment system.
Further below, there’s new switchgear and
relocated air vents. They’re joined by a new center console, which sports a
wireless smartphone charger and two cup holders. Elsewhere, the shifter has
been moved to the steering column and there are now a number of physical
controls.
We’ll learn more about the Tucson in the
coming weeks, but the Korean-spec model will be offered in two new colors known
as Fine Green Matte and Ultimate Red Metallic. The automaker also said we can
expect a new tri-tone interior with shades of green, black, and gray. There’s
no word on powertrain details at this point, but previous reports have
suggested there could be slight improvements across the board.
