The all-new 2010 Hyundai Tucson is sure to be a hit with buyers. It offers a more upscale interior than most small crossovers in this market and nice exterior styling. The Tucson handles well and offers good fuel economy as well as a host of standard features and safety equipment. The Tucson is a great value and good buy.
Full Review 2010
This year's Tucson is 3.3 inches longer and
one-inch wider than the outgoing model, but weighs 61 pounds less. You can purchase the Tucson as a front-wheel or all-wheel drive.
The 2010 Hyundai Tucson features a new 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that gets more power than previous versions. The handling is superb. If you're shopping for a small crossover SUV then the 2010 Hyundai Tucson deserves your attention. It's fuel-efficient, roomy, comfortable, and offers a great driving experience.
Exterior Design and Style
The 2010 Hyundai Tucson is available
in GLS and Limited trim levels. Standard features on the GLS include keyless entry, hill descent control, a tilt
steering wheel, 17-inch steel
wheels, a hill-holder feature, a USB port with an iPod
interface, a trip
computer, air-conditioning, full power accessories, a height-adjustable driver seat and a six-speaker stereo with CD
player, satellite radio, auxiliary audio jack and. The Popular Equipment package adds body-color heated mirrors and door
handles, 17-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, roof rails, a tilt-and-telescoping leather-wrapped multifunction
steering wheel, and Bluetooth. The Navigation
package adds to that package automatic headlights, a touchscreen navigation
system, a rearview camera, and a seven-speaker stereo
including a subwoofer.
The Tucson Limited includes everything on the Popular package plus automatic headlights, chrome grille and door handles, 18-inch alloy
wheels, heated front seats, foglights, a front
wiper de-icer, a cargo cover, leather, an
eight-way power driver seat with lumbar adjustment and dual-zone automatic
climate control. Add the Premium package and you get the touchscreen navigation system, panoramic
sunroof and the rearview camera.
Safety and Interior Style
Because it's Hyundai, you know the Tucson is packed with standard safety features. These include four-wheel antilock disc brakes, stability
and traction control, front side airbags, and side curtain airbags.
Inside, the Tucson features a twin-cowl dash and two-tone color schemes (available).
The Tucson's backseat is both roomy and comfortable. Unfortunately the cargo room isn't as bountiful as its competitors.
Driving Impressions
The Hyundai Tucson features European-inspired suspension which makes it feel sportier than others in this class. Overall it's a good drive in a pretty comfy interior.
2010 Conclusions
The 2010 Hyundai Tucson may not be as big as its main rivals, but it makes
amends with a handsome cabin, an ample features list, sporty handling and a low
price. For more info on the 2010 Tucson visit
Hyundai.com
"Hyundai has definitely listened to the marketplace, and has learned how to move
forward. I'm impressed, and I like the 2010 Hyundai Tucson more than I expected
to as a result. It's worth driving if you're in the market for a compact
crossover vehicle." says About.com
It's a top pick for a small crossover. The Tucson is Handsome and well-appointed
cabin, good fuel economy, sporty handling, strong value, simple controls.