View Photos of the 2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
Hyundai's updated compact crossover is easy to overlook but is definitely worthy of consideration.
The 2019 Hyundai Tucson is an underappreciated compact crossover that offers a slew of desirable features, a comfy and well-built interior, and truly sophisticated road manners. Read the full story here.
Hyundai refreshed the Tucson for 2019 with a more distinct front end, revised dashboard design, newly standard infotainment features, and driver-assistance technology.
While the two lowest Tucson trim levels are powered by a 161-hp 2.0-liter inline-four, the top-of-the-line Ultimate model employs a 181-hp 2.4-liter four that mates to a six-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive.
Even the more powerful Hyundai Tucson isn't particularly quick, but its powertrain operates smoothly and never sounds coarse.
The Hyundai Tucson's interior design looks completely ordinary. However, the materials used are of good quality, the cabin is well put together, and the inside was free of shakes and rattles during our testing.
Without a turbocharged engine option, the 2019 Tucson prioritizes fuel economy over acceleration. The EPA rates the 2.4-liter four-cylinder at up to 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
Our front-wheel-drive Tucson test vehicle ambled to 60 mph in 8.8 seconds—0.4 slower than the all-wheel-drive version.
Every 2019 Tucson boasts driver-assistance technology such as forward-collision warning, automated emergency braking, and lane-keeping assist.
The 2019 Hyundai Tucson earned a five-star crash-test rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and it was named a Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
The Tucson bucks the trend of rugged-looking, overwrought crossovers and SUVs thanks to its discreet styling. However, the compact Hyundai crossover's subdued appearance will offend no one and appease few.
Along with one of the best powertrain warranties in the industry—10 years or 100,000 miles—the 2019 Hyundai Tucson boasts comfortable interior passenger space and competitive cargo room behind the back seats.
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
2019 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
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