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Hyundai Tucson III (facelift 2019, China) 280 TGDi (130 Hp) AWD DCT
Overall Rating
Hyundai Tucson:
The Hyundai Tucson is a compact crossover SUV produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai. It is named after the city of Tucson, Arizona, U. S.
The second-generation model was marketed as the Hyundai ix35 in several markets, including Europe, Australia and China, before reverting to Tucson for the third-generation. Since its first-generation, the Tucson has been developed alongside the Kia Sportage, sharing platforms and engines.
The Tucson is the best-selling Hyundai model, with more than 7 million units sold globally since it launched in 2004. Of these, 1. 4 million units have been sold in Europe....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2019, China) Overview:
Hyundai Tucson (III (facelift 2019, China)). With 265 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1657 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 195 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
280 TGDi (130 Hp) AWD DCT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 130 Hp 1.6L TGDi engine provides adequate power for urban commuting and light highway cruising, though it may feel strained under full load or during aggressive overtaking, especially with AWD and the SUV's weight.
Fuel Economy
With a combined consumption of 7.2 l/100 km, it offers reasonable fuel efficiency for an AWD turbocharged SUV, balancing performance with the added traction of all-wheel drive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Modern and refreshed exterior styling
- • Good feature set for the price point in the Chinese market
- • Reasonable fuel economy, especially in FWD configuration
- • Comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
- • Spacious interior for passengers and cargo
Cons:
- • Performance can feel underwhelming for an SUV of its size, especially with 130 Hp
- • AWD fuel economy is only average for the class
- • Dual-clutch transmission (DCT) can exhibit some clunkiness at low speeds
- • Limited engine options for this specific facelift in China
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2018): 2018 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Tucson |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2019, China) |
| Modification (Engine): | 280 TGDi (130 Hp) AWD DCT |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 81.7 Hp/l [70mm more] |
| Torque: | 265 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1591 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.7 kg/Hp, 78.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1657 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4545 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Width: | 1850 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1670 mm mm [19mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 182 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DCT |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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