Hyundai hasn't rested on the Tucson’s fine-driving laurels and for 2014 has given the compact SUV a refresh. You won't find anything revolutionary, but the trim levels receive some welcome enhancements. Hyundai dropped the base GL and replaced it with the GLS, meaning every 2014 Tucson comes with LED running lights, air conditioning, Bluetooth® connectivity, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, iPod®/USB connectivity, and satellite radio. The next level SE trim gains a 4.3-inch central touchscreen, improved upholstery, better equipment inside and out, and a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine. (The GLS uses a 2.0-liter engine.) The range-topping Limited trim comes fully loaded, leaving buyers little to ask for in luxury and convenience.
The Tucson remains a value-packed choice and stands as one of the most entertaining drives out there. Only the Ford Edge and the Mazda CX-5 match it on the road and both offer more interior and trunk space since the Tucson is one of the smaller compact SUVs. Indeed, if practicality is your goal, the Tucson trails its many rivals, but if you're unconcerned by that, Hyundai's contender remains a fine choice.
RepairPal gave the Hyundai Tucson an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of
5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Hyundai Tucson 7th out of 26 among Compact SUVs.
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Drive type
2WD
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
164 @ 6200
Torque (ft-lbs)
151 @ 4000
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
15.3
Wheelbase
103.9"
Width
71.7"
Height
65.2"
Leg room
F 41.2"/R 38.7"
Head room
F 39.4"/R 39.1"
Front tires
P225/60HR17
Rear tires
P225/60HR17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
100/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
* Price excludes taxes, title, registration, and fees. Applicable transfer fees are due in advance of vehicle delivery and are separate from sales transactions.
