Design upgrades, availability of BS 6 compliant petrol and diesel engine options and added connectivity features will sweeten the deal on this rugged SUV
Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) has launched the 2020 Tucson with a starting price of Rs 22.3 lakh (ex-showroom). This premium soft-roader will be available in petrol and diesel engine options, with the top-spec diesel available in 4WD hardware. Launched across a virtual showcase, Hyundai showcased the new Tucson and celebrated the success of Verna and Creta in an innovative digital format. SS Kim, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited mentioned while presenting this new digital transformation “We are glad to introduce you to the Virtual World of Hyundai in an exceptional digital experience - ‘The Next Dimension’. With its technological prowess, Hyundai has created a New Paradigm bringing the new experience alive”.
2.0L Petrol 6AT | 2.0L Diesel 8AT | ||||
Variant | GL (O) | GLS | GL(O) | GLS | GLS 4WD |
Price (in Rs) | 22,30,000 | 23,52,000 | 24,35,000 | 25,56,000 | 27,03,000 |
The engine options available for the Tucson are both BS 6 compliant and produce decent performance numbers. 2.0l petrol develops 185 PS power along with 192 Nm torque and is mated to the 6-speed AT. The 2.0l diesel develops 152 PS power and 400 Nm peak torque. It also gets a new 8-speed AT gearbox, and the top-spec GLS can be opted with HTRAC 4WD capability.
Feature list includes many first-in-segment features such as power-adjustable front seats (passenger – 8 ways, driver -10 ways), Infinity sound system with 8 speakers), hands-free power tailgate and wireless phone charger to name a few. Additional conveniences are a wide opening panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control with rear AC vents, and electronic parking brake. Hyundai’s Advanced Connected Car Technology “Hyundai BlueLink” allows users to remotely lock /unlock and start the Engine/AC using smartphone/ smartwatch. Also, the vehicle can be tracked and immobilised with just a touch of a button.
