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2016 Tucson, nice, nice nice

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Finally A Tucson That Can Compete!!

The all new 2016 Hyundai Tucson looks to be an even bigger winner for Hyundai. This is the best well put together, cohesive design ever to wear a Tucson badge. Hyundai should have no problems moving these in large numbers assuming smart pricing and packaging. In fact, I fully expect sales will be double over the previous model it replaces. I'll even go out on a limb and predict 15k per month in U.S. sales.

My only nit pick is the base 2.0 liter engine's 164 horsepower has an anemic 151 pound feet of torque. But that aside, this all new model should resonate quite well with car shoppers in its segment.

More pics here - Enjoy New York: 2016 Hyundai Tucson Revealed - The Korean Car Blog
 
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I Agree, So True! On the left passenger side they look "Bad", "Gansta", (actually evil) like cleavers. I Like, I like, on the drivers side they look wishy washy :blink: But, they really need to make the 2.0 Turbo from the Sportage available for such a Richer looking, more luxurious SUV! :frown: What were they thinking?
 
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The 19" wheels look like a slight refresh from the Kia, and agree that the asymmetrical 'direction' of wheel style is odd, though most of the target mkt will probably not notice or care. They aren't my faves: look a bit down mkt/youth aftermkt ish, and with the seemingly low to no rim edge offset, the 'take it through the car wash' contingent will probably have scratched spoke surfaces soon.


MPG rating will be interesting, in light of the previous inflated HWY mpg rating.


The front clip and hood line still look a little 'Lexus Bulbous' to me, and that black raised honeycomb-like plastic lower trim across the lower clip will be a PIA to 'de bug/clean' when washing.


Sound insulation/isolation has got to be improved over earlier models and a NAV that sets its own time from GPS, one that doesn't depend on an inputted 'avg speed' for ETA, and free map updates would be nice.


Then, there is price when loaded with the usual stuff, in a very competitive market slice...


My 50Cts, from 52 years worth of owning cars/motorcycles.


The CEO's '10 is still rolling well, but I will be curious to check out the '16s and maybe do a test drive.


GL, mD
 
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Just my two cents¢

I like everything about the car but the engine options. 1.6 liter engine!? What next; a 1.3 rotary engine for the 2017 model? -lol. I seriously think they need to scrap the Sante Fe Sport w/turbo and put that engine on the Tucson. The Santa Fe should only have the V6 since it's supposed to be Hyundai's full size SUV here in the u.s. with the absence of the Veracruz.
 
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Embedded link to the Consumer Reports 'Quick Drive' video of the new 2016 Hyundai Tucson:

 
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I wonder if the 1.6 Turbo engine is the same as in the Veloster?
And could it be bumped up to the Veloster 205 hp version?

Living in the Rocky Mountains, Turbo power is THE way to go at this altitude!
 
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I hadn't realized this car isn't available in the USA yet. Here's some pics I took of another person's Tuscon while at the carwash last weekend (in Korea).

Not sure exactly what trim level it is, but there was an aftermarket intercooler behind the front grille. Even with dirt on it, it looked sharp!
 

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In my opinion the (asymmetrical) 19 inch wheels on the '16 Tucson are fine (are a lot better looking than some others on competitor vehicles), and the overall look of the new vehicle is great. The fully optioned version of the '16 Tucson will be the Limited w/ Ultimate Pkg, and that vehicle will include the subject 19 inch wheels. For those who don't like the factory 19's they can... (a) buy some other vehicle, or (b) replace the factory rims with aftermarket ones. Hyundai is applauded for making 19 inch wheels even available on the new Tucson. For example.. the updated '16 Acura RDX w/ Advance Pkg comes only with puny 18 inch wheels, and those new rims are truly terrible looking. Hyundai are also applauded for offering an 8-way power front passenger seat (with height adjustment) on the '16 Tucson Limited, which is something almost unheard of in this segment/level of vehicle. Other optional features on the '16 Tucson are a heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats, panoramic sunroof and proximity-activated smart liftgate. How good is that?
I think Hyundai is really going to shake things up in the segment with the new Tucson. For me, my 'what small up-level CUV to buy?' decision is coming down to the new '16 Tucson or the updated '16 Santa Fe Sport, both vehicles scheduled to show up at dealers this summer. :)
 
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Be aware that the lower trim base-level wheels on the '16 Tucson will be 17", not 18".
Reference details/features of the '16 Tucson via this link: 2016 Hyundai Tucson Features
Would you really want 17" wheels on your new CUV? Somehow I doubt that. Since the '16 Tucson Limited comes with 19" wheels and tires, the best/cheapest option for you would be to replace the factory 19" rims with some other more desirable aftermarket (or Hyundai) 19" wheels and utilize the factory-supplied 19" tires. You could then sell your unused factory 19" rims either privately or back to the dealer (as a dealer credit on your vehicle purchase).
 
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Thanks for the clarifications, and great suggestions.

If the offset/pattern is the same as other Hyundai, there might there may be some 19" from Santa Fe owners that upgraded to 20" or 21"?

The price of a set of 19" wheels, after a credit or sale for the new ones, shouldn't be that expensive. Thanks, again.
 
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Yes, the upcoming '16 Tucson looks to be very good indeed, right out of the box. 2016 Tucsons should start showing up at dealerships in the U.S. & Canada in mid-to-late July. Hyundai have already started building the 2016 Tuscon for the North American market at their plant in Ulsan, South Korea.
 
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