2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium SUV Unveiled, Gets stylish bold design and receives more tech in and out

by admin | September 17, 2020

4th Generation All New Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled their next generation All-new Tucson SUV on 14th September. The Tucson has been one among their most popular products and the new model is expected to attract even more customers through its cutting-edge design, class leading digital capabilities, dynamic ride and handling and excellent fuel efficiency. This here is a quick walkthrough on the highlights of this new Tucson SUV.

Exterior:

The new Hyundai Tucson, sports a unique and radical design language. On the front fascia, the Tucson features the new “Parametric Hidden Lights” design, in which the headlamps blend in with the Jewel-like cascading grille itself. The 2021 Tucson will be longer and wider than the current model. The sides have sharp, dynamic creases lending the SUV a much more athletic stance. The roof line features Chrome mouldings which flow from the A pillar to the tailgate whereas the LED Tail lamps are connected by long LED bar. The new Tucson also receives unique looking 18 & 19” alloy wheels.

Interior:

The new Hyundai Tucson’s INTERSPACE interior features a design layout similar to the Hyundai Creta, with a wraparound design and waterfall like center console. The Tucson also receives soft touch premium materials all around.

The interior is expected to sport a flowing cockpit theme while being loaded with features.

Here's an extensive list of features on the new Tucson:

10.25” touchscreen system
BOSE surround sound
Blue link connectivity
Fully digital Hoodless instrument cluster
Hyundai digital key
Dual zone auto climate control
Multi Air Ventilation system
64 colour Ambient lighting
Leather upholstery
Ventilated seats
Split folding & tumbling rear seats
Panoramic sunroof
Electronic Parking brake
7 airbags
Traction drive modes

The Tucson will also feature an extensive list of safety features:

Highway Driving Assist
Forward Collision Avoidance Assist
Lane keeping Assist
Lane Following Assist
Blind Spot View Monitor
Surround View Monitor
Reverse parking collision avoidance assist
Remote Smart Park Assist
High Beam Assist
Driver Attention Warning
Advanced Smart Cruise control
Safe Exit warning

Powertrains:

The new Tucson will be available with two petrol engine options. The 2.5L Smartstream Gasoline Direct Injection engine produces 190PS Power & 247NM torque through an 8 Speed automatic transmission. The 1.6L hybrid powertrain on the other hand produces a combined output of 230PS & 347NM.

The Tucson will also be available with Hyundai's HTRAC all-wheel-drive system with multiple drive modes; Eco, Comfort, Smart, Sport, Mud, Sand & Snow.

Launch & price:

The all-new Tucson goes on sale in Korea in September as a 2021 model. It will go on sale in the U.S. and other global markets as a 2022 model starting from the first half of 2021.

Related News

Ford's New MPV Details Revealed - All You Need to Know!!

Ford Ecosport SE Limited Edition!

2021 Mahindra XUV500 Interior and Exterior Fully Revealed in Spy Video

Tata Harrier XT+ Variant Launched with Panaromic Sunroof, priced at 16.99 lakh

Based on the XT variant, this new XT+ variant offers a massive Panoramic Electric sunroof in addition to the standard features. This panoramic sunroof is claimed to be best in class with anti pinch, global closure and rain sense closure features similar to that of the top spec XZ+ variant.

Other than this feature, the XT+ will carry forward the same specifications as on the XT variant. Standard features will include:

Projector headlamps with LED DRLs
Auto folding ORVMs
Rear wiper and defogger
17” Alloy wheels
Automatic climate control
Auto headlamps & wipers
Cruise control
7” Touchscreen system
Android auto & Apple carplay
Harman audio system with 8 speakers
Reverse camera
6 way

ALSO READ

MG Hector Facelift - What Changed?

adjustable driver seat with lumbar support
Rear centre armrest
Smart key with Push button start
Follow me headlamps

Safety:

Standard safety features on the Harrier BS6 include:

ABS with EBD
Corner stability control
Dual airbags
Electronic stability program
Traction control
Hill hold control
Roll over mitigation
Electronic brake prefill
Hydraulic brake assist
Brake disc wiping
Perimetric alarm system
Pretensioner seatbelts

Powertrain:

The New Harrier XT+ variant, just like all variants of the Harrier will be available with a diesel engine mated to a 6 speed manual transmission. The 6 speed automatic gearbox will be available only with the XMA, XZA & the XZA+ variants. The 2L Kryotec turbo diesel produces 170PS Power and 350NM torque. From the XM variant onwards, the Harrier is available with three drive modes; Eco, City and Sport.

Launch & price:

The new Harrier XT+ variant is priced at RS 16.99L ex-showroom. Priced at around RS 50,000 more than the standard XT variant, this new variant could effectively compete against the similarly priced and equipped Hyundai Creta while offering better value for money and attracting buyers preferring a panoramic sunroof.

Nissan Kicks E power 2020

In terms of looks, the Facelifted model receieves many visual updates. The front looks a bit more aggressive and more modern. LED headlamps, new bumper design and grille give it the much needed change from the boring avatar it had. The rear has remained mostly unchanged apart from the LED tail lamps and a rear skid plate integrated quite well into the rear bumper.

The interior of the new Facelifted Nissan Kicks is quite different from the existing India-spec model. The central AC vents are positioned above the 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system while it also has a semi-digital instrument cluster with

a 7-inch TFT display. Other changes include a flat-bottom steering wheel, updated centre console for the e-Power drive train, six airbags, active safety systems like front collision warning and rear cross traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, auto headlamps, 360-degree camera and engine start-stop button. That’s a good deal of features to start with!

While the Kicks e-Power and its hybrid powertrain are unlikely to come to India, Nissan could refresh the existing model with updates from the Facelift e-Power version that could go on sale in 2021. Nissan had previously stated it will study the feasibility of the e-Power tech in India, but so far no announcement has been made regarding its introduction. The Thai-spec Nissan Kicks e-Power starts at a price od from Rs 21 lakh (converted 889,000 baht), which is quite a lot of money for a car that size.

The Indian version of the Nissan Kicks recently updated wothBwith complaint with new 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine churning out 156PS, making it the most powerful in this segment The BS6 Kicks has been recently launched with prices ranging between Rs 9.5 lakh and Rs 14.15 lakh (ex-showroom, India). It will continue to rival the likes of the Renault Duster, Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta.

Renault Triber AMT

Three variants of the Triber AMT are on offer- RXL, RXT, and RXZ. Overall, the AMT variants are dearer by Rs. 40,000 compared to the manual transmission option. Five colour options are available on this car- Metal Mustard, Moonlight Silver, Fiery Red, Ice Cool White and Electric Blue.

The Renault Triber has been known for its value for money factor as it comes with the convenience of third row optional seats, a large boot space, front and side airbag, decent enough ground clearance at a price that is hard to resist. With so much on offer, the Triber AMT would seem

more tempting to families that want flexibility in a car in terms of space, comfort and of course- a sense of safety.

The Triber however feels inadequate in terms of power figures. You get a 3 cylinder 999cc engine that produces 72 BHP. The torque figures don’t even cross the three digit mark so it would be interesting to see if the new 5- speed AMT transmission does any good to make the Triber feel like it goes faster. Though the car’s kerb weight is only 947 kg, it won’t make much of a difference when it comes to power to weight figures. We did expect the Triber AMT to come with a turbo charged engine or a bigger naturally aspirated 1.2L engine that would do justice to its size and carrying capacity.

In terms of looks too, the Triber keeps up with the trend, not just like an elongated Kwid. It isn’t that. With attractive alloy wheels, stylish design, LED DRLs that people love and Projector headlamps. The Triber does seem like it would tick the boxes for the masses. Not only masses, in fact it could also appeal to the young, travel loving crowd who intend to have a practical car with a lot of space inside the cabin.

With many manufacturers eyeing this segment, we’re happy to be seeing such a car in the market that is smart, affordable, practical and convenient as it takes the bar for proper competition- a notch higher.