Potent power with RM145,588 turbocharged Hyundai Tucson

By CARSIFU | 13 June 2017


SHAH ALAM: The 1.6L turbo direct injected (T-GDI) Hyundai Tucson sport utility vehicle (SUV) offers punchy power and lots of goodies for RM145,588 (on the road without insurance).

Mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (7DCT), the T-GDI petrol engined powertrain delivers 177ps at 5,500rpm and a maximum torque of 265Nm from 1,500 to 4,500rpm.

It shares the same potent powertrain with the Hyundai Veloster Turbo, which we have test driven before.

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Although the power output here is tuned lower (177ps on the Tucson and 186ps on the Veloster Turbo), it is worth noting that this is still more powerful than a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated car.

In our review of the Veloster Turbo, we found there’s plenty of “go” from the pedal when demanded, and quick power delivery from the refined 7-speed dual clutch transmission (7DCT).

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Hyundai Tucson 1.6L T-GDI

- 1.6-litre 177ps/265Nm turbo direct injected petrol engine
- 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox (7DCT)
- 2-wheel drive
- 225/60 R17 tyres
- LED headlamps with Static Bending Lights
- Smart powered tailgate (hands-free opening)
- 6 airbags
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
- Safe Drive Recorder
- Automatic Brake Hold
- Front and rear fog lamps
- LED daytime running lights
- Powered folding side mirrors with repeaters
- Leather seats
- Powered 8-way driver’s seat
- Steering wheel audio control
- Infotaiment system with USB, Bluetooth and Navigation
- Push-start ignition
- Auto cruise control
- Manual air-conditioning
- Automatic lights and headlamp levelling
- Front and rear Park Assist
- Front and rear cameras

Optional accessories

- 5 pieces: 19-inch tyres and rims (RM5,500)
- Body kit (RM2,000)
- leather seats and door trimmings (red at RM1,288 or white at RM1,988)

After-sales

- 5-year or 300,000km (whichever comes first) warranty
- 50,000km free service with three-year validity
- 24-hour road assist service

2017 1.6L T-GDI Hyundai Tucson (with bodykit, 19-inch and red leather seats)

2017 1.6L T-GDI Hyundai Tucson (standard)

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