Author Topic: 2010 Tucson (Read 32901 times)

sparky · « **Reply #20 on:** September 03, 2009, 07:23:52 am »

Bad video. That's the kind of song that led to the invention of the mute button. The jumpy editing makes it impossible to really tell what the car looks it, but my impression is that it's too girly-looking for me. And it looks like the "utility" is badly compromised by the "sexy". I like the old Too-sawn better.

carcrazy · « **Reply #21 on:** September 04, 2009, 08:28:47 pm »

The interior looks pretty good too and rather rich (in the pictures at least). I don't like the seats, but they may use different seats for N/A.

EV Dan · « **Reply #22 on:** September 04, 2009, 08:58:34 pm »

I think I can see stitched leather on the center armrest and on the door panels. Sweet.

EV Dan · « **Reply #23 on:** September 06, 2009, 07:51:06 pm »

How to build a hot looking Korean car? - not to design it there

Now it all comes together:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YoQTxBsEoE

Juke1 · « **Reply #24 on:** September 06, 2009, 08:14:23 pm »

brilliant

sirAQUAMAN64 · « **Reply #25 on:** December 06, 2009, 05:39:18 pm »

Per the Hyundai Canada web site this is out in January (Sonata February).

I'm really keen on how they'll price it. Even though it has far more premium features, hope they can pull off something magical with pricing.

Any word on what's happening with the Kia Sportage?

PJungnitsch · « **Reply #26 on:** December 06, 2009, 06:19:56 pm »

Quote from: DanYanoff on September 06, 2009, 07:51:06 pm

How to build a hot looking Korean car? - not to design it there Now it all comes together:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YoQTxBsEoE

Heh. Globalization rules.

EV Dan · « **Reply #27 on:** December 06, 2009, 07:36:31 pm »

Quote from: sirAQUAMAN64 on December 06, 2009, 05:39:18 pm

Per the Hyundai Canada web site this is out in January (Sonata February).

I'm really keen on how they'll price it. Even though it has far more premium features, hope they can pull off something magical with pricing.

Any word on what's happening with the Kia Sportage?

I can't find it on the website. Redesigned Tucson is being released as a 2010 MY while the new Sonata is 2011. I wonder if it means that 2011 Tucson will get a GDI or even a turbo to bring the output to 200hp.

sirAQUAMAN64 · « **Reply #28 on:** December 06, 2009, 07:52:50 pm »

Quote from: DanYanoff on December 06, 2009, 07:36:31 pm

Quote from: sirAQUAMAN64 on December 06, 2009, 05:39:18 pm
Per the Hyundai Canada web site this is out in January (Sonata February).

I'm really keen on how they'll price it. Even though it has far more premium features, hope they can pull off something magical with pricing.

Any word on what's happening with the Kia Sportage?

I can't find it on the website. Redesigned Tucson is being released as a 2010 MY while the new Sonata is 2011. I wonder if it means that 2011 Tucson will get a GDI or even a turbo to bring the output to 200hp.

http://www.hyundaicanada.com/pages/autoshows/index.html

EV Dan · « **Reply #29 on:** December 06, 2009, 08:21:18 pm »

First look with pictures and specs

http://www.hyundaibuzz.com/2009/12/first-look-2010-hyundai-tucson/#more-2630

Mitlov · « **Reply #30 on:** December 06, 2009, 09:07:12 pm »

Based solely on pictures, that appears to be a class-leading interior. I love the exterior too. Huge upgrade from the current one, in my opinion.

EV Dan · « **Reply #31 on:** December 08, 2009, 06:43:21 pm »

http://www.autoblog.com/2009/12/08/hyundai-prices-2010-tucson-crossover-from-18-995/#continued

PRESS RELEASE:

HYUNDAI ANNOUNCES PRICING FOR ALL-NEW 2010 TUCSON

Delivers Better Fuel Economy, More Power and Enhanced Convenience and Safety Features – Starting at a Low Price of $18,995

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 8, 2009 – Hyundai Motor America has announced prices for its all-new Tucson CUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle), starting at $18,995 for a well-equipped GLS six-speed, manual-transmission model and $24,345 for the top-of-the-line Limited model. The all-new Tucson arrives at dealerships this month.

"The 2010 Tucson truly delivers unprecedented value by raising the bar on performance, fuel economy and design while maintaining a very affordable price," said John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. "For 2010, the most popular Tucson offers 26 percent more horsepower, about 20 percent better combined fuel economy, standard six-speed transmission and the list goes on – all at the same price point as the previous generation Tucson."

more details - follow the link

airbalancer · « **Reply #32 on:** December 08, 2009, 06:52:04 pm »

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 8, 2009 – Hyundai Motor America has announced prices for its all-new Tucson SUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle), starting at $18,995 for a well-equipped GLS six-speed, manual-transmission model and $24,345 for the top-of-the-line Limited model. The all-new Tucson arrives at dealerships this month.
Canadian pricing please add $10,000 and freight & PDI of $3000

moontune · « **Reply #33 on:** December 09, 2009, 05:18:21 pm »

Oh ! My ! I just got back from driving the new Limited Tucson, I am reluctant to comment as no one believes a car salesman anyway ??
By the way I also drooled over the new Sonata. ( i have pics to prove it )

EV Dan · « **Reply #34 on:** December 09, 2009, 08:17:14 pm »

Quote from: moontune on December 09, 2009, 05:18:21 pm

Oh ! My ! I just got back from driving the new Limited Tucson, I am reluctant to comment as no one believes a car salesman anyway ??
By the way I also drooled over the new Sonata. ( i have pics to prove it )

Well we dont want to see your drools no matter how good looking the car is

, but I've driven a V6 Tucson and would like to hear your first impression with the redesign.

Mitlov · « **Reply #35 on:** December 09, 2009, 10:14:00 pm »

WOW. Best-looking cute ute out there, inside and out. Interior looks nicer than a Tiguan, and the exterior is just stunning. Shame they didn't put this mug on the new Sonata too.

Quote from: moontune on December 09, 2009, 05:18:21 pm

Oh ! My ! I just got back from driving the new Limited Tucson, I am reluctant to comment as no one believes a car salesman anyway ??

I'd read what you have to say. I'd keep in mind that you're a salesman and thus have some self-interest, but I'm still interested in reading what you'd have to say.

Mitlov · « **Reply #36 on:** December 09, 2009, 10:21:10 pm »

Quote from: DanYanoff on December 08, 2009, 06:43:21 pm

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 8, 2009 – Hyundai Motor America has announced prices for its all-new Tucson CUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle), starting at $18,995 for a well-equipped GLS six-speed, manual-transmission model and $24,345 for the top-of-the-line Limited model. The all-new Tucson arrives at dealerships this month.

"The 2010 Tucson truly delivers unprecedented value by raising the bar on performance, fuel economy and design while maintaining a very affordable price," said John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. "For 2010, the most popular Tucson offers 26 percent more horsepower, about 20 percent better combined fuel economy, standard six-speed transmission and the list goes on – all at the same price point as the previous generation Tucson."

more details - follow the link

Six-speed manual transmission! Nice to see in a segment where most companies only offer autotragics.

Shnak · « **Reply #37 on:** December 10, 2009, 07:42:46 am »

Finally, a proper 4-cylinder option in this vehicle. I certainly would have picked that engine over the 2.7L V6 I have in mine.

I like the new design overall, but I'm curious to see if the sloped rear will eat into cargo space. It also looks like they skipped the rear popup window... big mistake, IMO.

As for the interior, it does look to be a great quality, but I'm not too fond of the center stack too much... It looks Toyota-like to me. Everything round, different 'levels' (like the seat heater buttons). I'm not sure how those air vents will work; looks like the air will be hitting the hand on the steering wheel instead of going to the driver's head. Steering wheel & gauges look great though. Overall, it's not bad, but I think I prefer the cleaner and simpler look of the stack in my Sportage.

Regarding it's size, this bit is interesting:
2010 TUCSON 61 POUNDS LIGHTER THAN THE OUTGOING MODEL DESPITE BEING THREE INCHES LONGER
• The 2010 Tucson is 3.3 inches longer and one inch wider than its predecessor, yet 61 pounds lighter
• 2010 Tucson has a longer wheelbase and overall width than CR-V, Escape and Forester to deliver more packing efficiency
• Body stiffness is 38 percent greater than Rogue

I'm curious to see if the cargo room has been improved and if the seats fold flat. Passenger space looks to be great, as it is in the current version. From what I can see, cargo volume behind rear seats went up to 25.7 cu.ft. from 22.7 cu.ft. I wonder how that translates in actual size.

Overall, another impressive vehicle from Hyundai! If pricing is similar to the outgoing model, I'm not sure why anyone would even consider the CR-V & Rogue! I can still see why people would prefer the RAV-4 (bigger) and Forester (better AWD), but what do the CR-V & Rogue offer over this new Tucson??

sirAQUAMAN64 · « **Reply #38 on:** December 10, 2009, 10:24:14 am »

moontune, any hints on pricing?

carcrazy · « **Reply #39 on:** December 10, 2009, 10:59:54 am »

Quote from: Shnak on December 10, 2009, 07:42:46 am

I'm not sure why anyone would even consider the CR-V & Rogue! I can still see why people would prefer the RAV-4 (bigger) and Forester (better AWD), but what do the CR-V & Rogue offer over this new Tucson??

Personal preference and priorities.