Hyundai Tucson

Second generation
Second generation
	2010 Hyundai ix35 Elite (Australia; pre-facelift)
Overview
Also called	Hyundai ix35; Hyundai Tucson ix
Production	2009–2015; 2010–2022 (Brazil)
Model years	2010–2015
Assembly	South Korea: Ulsan; Czech Republic: Nošovice (HMMC); Slovakia: Žilina (Kia Motors Slovakia); China: Beijing (Beijing Hyundai); Brazil: Anápolis (Hyundai Caoa); Taiwan: Hukou, Hsinchu (SYM Motors)[citation needed]; Indonesia: Bekasi (HIM); Malaysia: Kulim, Kedah (Inokom); Egypt: Cairo (Ghabbour Group);
Designer	Cha Il-Hoei; Kim Sung-No (facelift); Thomas Bürkle (chief designer) ;
Body and chassis
Related	Hyundai ix35 (NU); Hyundai Avante/Elantra (MD/UD); Hyundai i30 (GD); Kia Sportage (SL); Kia Ceed (JD); Kia Forte (YD);
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol:; 1.6 L Gamma GDi I4; 2.0 L Nu GDi I4; 2.0 L Theta II MPi I4; 2.4 L Theta II MPi I4; Diesel:; 1.7 L U II CRDi I4; 2.0 L R II CRDi I4;
Transmission	5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic;
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,640 mm (103.9 in)
Length	4,410 mm (173.6 in)
Width	1,820 mm (71.7 in)
Height	1,655–1,685 mm (65.2–66.3 in)
us\|uk\|Kerb\|Curb}} weight	1,410–1,643 kg (3,109–3,622 lb)
Chronology
Successor	Hyundai ix35 (NU) (China)

First generation (JM)
First generation (JM)
	Hyundai Tucson (Germany; pre-facelift)
Overview
Also called	Hyundai JM (Japan)
Production	2004–2009; 2005–2019 (Brazil); 2007–2010 (Ukraine); 2005–2010 (Taiwan)
Model years	2005–2009
Assembly	South Korea: Ulsan; China: Beijing (Beijing Hyundai); India: Chennai (Hyundai India); Brazil: Anápolis (Hyundai Caoa); Egypt: Cairo (Ghabbour Group); Ukraine: Cherkasy (Bogdan); Taiwan: Hukou, Hsinchu (SYM Motors)[citation needed];
Body and chassis
Related	Kia Sportage (JE/KM); Hyundai Elantra (XD); Hyundai Lavita/Matrix; Hyundai Tuscani/Tiburon/Coupe; Kia Cerato/Spectra/Sephia (LD);
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol:; 2.0 L Beta II I4; 2.7 L Delta V6; Diesel:; 2.0 L D CRDi I4;
Transmission	5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 4-speed automatic;
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,630 mm (103.5 in)
Length	4,325 mm (170.3 in)
Width	1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Height	1,730 mm (68.1 in)
us\|uk\|Kerb\|Curb}} weight	1,470–1,529 kg (3,241–3,371 lb)

Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Tucson
	Hyundai Tucson (NX4, SWB) PHEV
Overview
Manufacturer	Hyundai
Also called	Hyundai ix35 (2009–2015)
Production	2004–present
Model years	2005–present
Body and chassis
Class	Compact crossover SUV (C)
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front engine, front-wheel-drive; Front engine, all-wheel-drive

The Hyundai Tucson (Korean: 현대 투싼) (pronounced Tu-són) is a compact crossover SUV^[1] produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 2004. In the brand's lineup, the Tucson is positioned below the Santa Fe, and above the Kona and Creta. It is named after the city of Tucson, Arizona. 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 SUV 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.^[2]

First generation (JM; 2004)

Rear view

Interior

The first-generation Tucson was launched in 2004, after its name was announced in November 2003.^[7]^[8] Positioned as a smaller alternative to the Santa Fe, it shared its Hyundai Elantra-based platform with the second-generation Kia Sportage.^[9]

Markets

North America

In the U.S., the Tucson was offered in base GLS, mid-line SE, and top-tier Limited (formerly LX) trim levels for 2007 models. Earlier 2005 and 2006 models were offered as GL/GLS/Limited. Standard equipment included air conditioning, six airbags, electronic stability control, a CD player, alloy wheels, remote keyless entry, and premium cloth seats. The SE added to the roster with contrasting gray body cladding, a different alloy design, an AM/FM/Cassette/CD as well as fog lights and a front windshield wiper de-icing grid. The Limited added leather seating surfaces, a 6-disc in dash CD changer, body-colored cladding, automatic climate control, and heated seats. The GLS and Limited were only available with the 2.7 L V6. The GL came only with the 2.0-litre four-cylinder.

The Tucson offers modest cargo space but its easy-to-fold seats can expand this volume so they lie flat. Even the front passenger seat folds flat for extra-long cargo.

Safety

There are dual-stage frontal impact airbags, torso side-impact airbags built into the front seats, and curtain airbags for side-impact protection for front and rear passengers.

2009 Hyundai Tucson by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)^[10]

Frontal Rating (Driver):
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Model year changes

Hyundai Tucson City SX (Australia; facelift)

Changes for 2006 were minimal. The LX became the Limited and got color-coded cladding, automatic climate control, and a high-performance sound system. The GLS retained the gray cladding but 'HYUNDAI' is no longer branded into the cladding on the front doors. The GLS also got improved cloth seats with the option of a heating element. Both GLS and Limited got redesigned alloy wheels. The base GL remained unchanged.

Changes for 2007 were also minimal. The GL and GLS trims were respectively renamed to GLS and SE to match the standard for all new Hyundai vehicles. The SE comes with a sport utility rack, has 4-wheel drive, and is a 6-cylinder engine.

2009 Tucsons saw minor restyling and trim changes.

Tucson FCEV

Hyundai Tucson FCEV

The Tucson Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) is a test fuel cell vehicle for Hyundai's second-generation hydrogen fuel cell. The vehicle includes an 80 kW electric motor by Enova Systems of Torrance, California, UTC Fuel Cells by South Windsor, Connecticut, 152V battery co-developed by Hyundai Motor Co. and LG Chem in Seoul, Korea, 152 litres (33 imp gal; 40 US gal) hydrogen storage tanks developed by Dynetek Industries of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The vehicle has range of 300 kilometres (186.4 mi) and top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph).^[11]

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2005 Los Angeles Auto Show^[12] and completed a 4,300-mile (6,900 km) journey as part of the Hydrogen Road Tour in 2008.^[13]

Other markets

Hyundai Tucson (China; facelift)

In Japan, the Hyundai Tucson was sold as the Hyundai JM until November 2009.^[14]

In Brazil, the Hyundai Tucson was produced from October 2009 until the second half of 2018, initially in GL and GLS trim levels - the former available only with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and a choice between a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission, and the latter offering a 2.7-litre V6 engine in addition to the 2.0-litre four-cylinder, both mated exclusively to the 4-speed auto.^[15]

A facelifted version of the first generation exclusive to China was produced by Beijing Hyundai. The second generation Tucson was renamed to ix35 in China and Brazil, and later became an independent model while the Tucson name returned with the introduction of the third generation.

Powertrain

Specs
Model	Years	Transmission	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) (official)	Top speed
Petrol
Beta II 2.0	2004–2009	5-speed manual	142 PS (104 kW; 140 hp) @ 6,000 rpm	18.8 kg⋅m (184 N⋅m; 136 lbf⋅ft) @ 4,500 rpm	10.4s (FWD) 11.3s (AWD)	180 km/h (112 mph) (FWD) 174 km/h (108 mph) (AWD)
Beta II 2.0		4-speed automatic	142 PS (104 kW; 140 hp) @ 6,000 rpm	18.8 kg⋅m (184 N⋅m; 136 lbf⋅ft) @ 4,500 rpm		174 km/h (108 mph) (FWD)
Delta 2.7		4-speed automatic	175 PS (129 kW; 173 hp) @ 6,000 rpm	24.6 kg⋅m (241 N⋅m; 178 lbf⋅ft) @ 4,000 rpm	10.5s	180 km/h (112 mph)
Diesel
D 2.0 CRDi	2004–2009	5-speed manual	113 PS (83 kW; 111 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	25 kg⋅m (245 N⋅m; 181 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,800–2,500 rpm	13.1s (FWD) 13.8s (AWD)	168 km/h (104 mph)
	2004–2009	4-speed automatic	113 PS (83 kW; 111 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	25 kg⋅m (245 N⋅m; 181 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,800–2,500 rpm	15.1s (FWD) 16.1s (AWD)	162 km/h (101 mph)
	2006–2009	6-speed manual	140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @ 4,000 rpm 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	31.1 kg⋅m (305 N⋅m; 225 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,800–2,500 rpm	11.1s (FWD) 12.0s (AWD)	178 km/h (111 mph) (FWD) 177 km/h (110 mph) (AWD)
	2006–2009	4-speed automatic		31.1 kg⋅m (305 N⋅m; 225 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,800–2,500 rpm	12.8s (FWD)	175 km/h (109 mph) (FWD)

Reception

The Hyundai Tucson received accolades from Canadian Car of the Year Best New Crossover award for 2005. It was named as one of the most reliable vehicles from the 2009 Consumer Reports reliability survey.^[16]

Safety

The first-generation Tucson in its standard European market configuration received 4 stars for adult occupants, 3 stars for toddlers, and 1 star for pedestrians from Euro NCAP in 2006.^[17]

Second generation (LM; 2009)

Rear view (pre-facelift)

In most markets outside South Korea and North America, the Hyundai Tucson name (also known as the "Hyundai Tucson ix" in Korea) was retired in favor of Hyundai ix35.^[24]^[25] Vehicles sold in the North America and several other regions continued to be called Tucson.^[26] The ix35 was unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.^[27] The power output, fuel-efficiency, comfort and safety features were claimed to have been all upgraded. Known by the project name LM, it took 36 months and 280 billion won (approx. US$225 million) to develop.^[28]^[29]

The ix35's styling was reported to be based on Hyundai ix-onic concept.^[30] The ix35 was penned by Hyundai designer Cha Il-Hoei in 2007, under the guidance of former BMW designer Thomas Bürkle at Hyundai's Rüsselsheim design studio in Germany and continues the company's styling language, marketed as "fluidic sculpture".^[31]^[32] The compact crossover vehicle has sweeping coupe-like lines, a premium vehicle feel and comes with features unavailable on its predecessor.

Facelift

The facelifted Tucson was released in South Korea on 2 May 2013, based on the European market ix35 styling with new grille, projector headlights, tail lights, rounded fog lights and front bumper.^[33] This facelift was also released in China in August 2013 under the ix35 nameplate, and was not applied in most markets outside South Korea and China, especially in Europe, where only headlights and tail lights were changed,^[34] and in North America and Australia, where it retained the pre-facelift styling with only headlights were changed.^[35] While in Indonesia, the Tucson received its own facelift in April 2014 based on the global model styling with new grille (similar to the South Korean and Chinese markets), projector headlights, tail lights and fog lights.^[36]

2014 Hyundai ix35 (Germany; facelift)
2014 Hyundai ix35 (Germany; facelift)