2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Review
June 22 2021, Max Landi
The all-new 2022 Hyundai Tucson really is all-new. From a new platform, a new exterior and interior design language, and technology never-before-seen in a Tucson, there are so many reasons why this compact crossover is such a radically re-engineered product. This 2022 model has a 2.5L four-cylinder engine with a front-wheel-drive powertrain as standard (and available with all-wheel-drive), and comes in a performance-designed N-Line AWD model, and a plug-in hybrid version will be available later this year.
For today’s review, the model featured is the Luxury Hybrid trim with a 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder and standard AWD. The hybrid features a 1.49kWh lithium-ion battery pack to provide the electrical charge of the system and help increase the power output. The combined power output of this power plant, with an electric motor fitted between the engine and a six-speed gearbox, is 226 horsepower and 258lb/ft of torque. This combined system output makes the new Tucson feel very quick off the line and Hyundai claims this hybrid system is 30% more fuel-efficient than the 2.5L standard model. The electric torque is always at peak output when at low speed and when the engine reignites, the turbocharger provides another level of thrust. The final result is a quick and engaging power delivery when the driver demands it so. The traditional six-speed transmission is fairly uncommon in most hybrids, so the Tucson lacks the undesirable groan that other hybrids suffer with due to their continuously-variable transmissions. A long list of standard features in the Luxury Hybrid include the power liftgate, heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel, parking sensors, and the full suite of Hyundai’s safety system including High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Blind Spot Warning amongst many other systems.
The new exterior design language of the Tucson is sharp, and features a lot of triangular shapes pressed into the sheet metal and other elements such as the taillights and the rear bumper. Every angle offers something exciting to stare at and the integrated daytime running lights give the new Tucson a sense that it really is a concept car that somehow made its way to the dealerships. The interior is wonderfully opposed to the exterior as there’s a lot of flowing surfaces and smooth lines that give all occupants of the new Tucson something to admire when inside. This Tucson Hybrid has the 10.25inch digital instrument cluster as standard and other clever touches like the Diffuser air system and the ambient lighting features are all new pieces of equipment for the Tucson. The interior is spacious, well-built, and the implementation of all the latest hardware and software is brilliantly executed in the new Tucson.
The all-new 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is a brilliant example of what Hyundai can do with its mission to create exciting products to look at, be in, and drive. Find out more about the Tucson and all of its variants today at Lake Fraser Drive in Calgary’s Southeast!
