2017 turbocharged 1.6L Hyundai Tucson with 7DCT arrives at RM145,588

By CARSIFU | 7 June 2017


SHAH ALAM: The Hyundai Tucson sport utility vehicle (SUV) with the powerful 1.6L turbo direct injected (T-GDI) petrol engine has arrived, priced at RM145,588 (on the road without insurance).

The turbocharged 1.6L T-GDI petrol engine is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (7DCT) and delivers 177ps at 5,500rpm and a maximum torque of 265Nm from 1,500 to 4,500rpm.

According to Hyundai, when compared with rival continuously-variable transmissions (CVT), the Hyundai-developed 7DCT can handle more torque with minimal power interruption throughout the powertrain operating range during acceleration, and offers better durability.

“With the launch of the 1.6L T-GDI variant and more variants to come, we hope to expand our SUV offerings and cater to more market segments. We will be introducing more Tucson variants in the coming months,” said Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) managing director Lau Yit Mun.

Tucson Turbo (1.6L T-GDI) Interior


The T-GDI engined Tucson has newly designed rims for a sporty look, LED positioning headlamps with Static Bending Lights, an Auto Hold function that automatically holds the brake steady once the vehicle has come to a complete stop, and a smart powered tailgate which opens at the approach of the key-holder.

Concerning safety, the Tucson benefits from a body structure featuring 51 per cent ultra-high strength steel for improved torsional rigidity and impact resistance.

Safety features include six airbags, Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Hillstart Assist Control (HAC), Downhill Brake Control (DBC) and the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Vehicle Hold.

Tucson Turbo (1.6L T-GDI) Exterior 2


Optional accessories include two leather packages for seats and interior door trimmings (colour options: red and white), body kit and 19-inch rims.

All Tucson variants are entitled to 50,000km free service with three-year validity.

HSDM offers a five-year or 300,000km (whichever comes first) warranty on all its new passenger vehicles.

A 24-hour road assist service is also available for new and existing Hyundai vehicles.

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