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Hyundai Tucson

2006-09-06T13:25:48Z

Evan: Change WP notification to a template

[[Image:800px-Blue_Tucson.jpg|right|250px]]
The '''[[Hyundai]] Tucson''' (also called the '''JM''') is a compact [[crossover SUV]] launched in 2005. It shares its [[Hyundai Avante|Elantra]]-based platform with the redesigned 2005 [[Kia Sportage]].

Powertrains are a 2.0 L I4 with a five-speed, front-drive [[manual transmission]] or optional four-speed [[automatic transmission]] with "sport shift" manual shifting capability or a 2.7 L [[V6]] available with the [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] only. [[Four wheel drive]] is optional with a Borg-Warner torque controller system. In some markets, the Tucson is also available with a 2.0 L [[diesel engine]] equipped with common rail technology.

In the United States, the Tucson is offered in base GL, mid-line GLS, and top-tier Limited (formerly LX) trim levels. Standard equipment includes air conditioning, cruise control, six airbags, [[Electronic Stability Control|electronic stability control]], a CD player, alloy wheels, remote keyless entry, and premium cloth seats. The GLS adds 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 adds leather seating surfaces, a 6-disc in dash CD changer, body-colored cladding, [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] climate control, and heated seats. The GLS and Limited are only available with the 2.7-liter [[V6|V6]]. The GL comes only with the 2.4-liter four cylinder.

The Tucson offers modest cargo space but its easy-to-fold seats can expand this volume. Even the front passenger seat folds flat for extra-long cargo. All Tucsons come with this feature.

One major selling point of the Tucson is its safety feature content. 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. The front passenger airbag has a deactivation feature where if the seat is unoccupied, the airbag will not deploy in the event of a frontal collision, saving on repair costs.

As of August, 2006, base prices for the Tucson in the United States are as follows:

'''GL 2WD''' $17,845

'''GL [[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]]''' $19,345

'''GLS 2WD''' $20,845

'''GLS [[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]]''' $22,345

'''Limited 2WD''' $22,245

'''Limited [[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]]''' $23,745

The Tucson received accolades from Japan Good Design Award and Canadian Car of the Year ''Best New Crossover'' award for 2005.

Changes for 2006 were minimal. The LX became the Limited and got color-coded cladding, [[Automatic transmission|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 remains unchanged.

== Real world experience ==
Although the V6 has an estimated 20/26 EPA mileage estimate, actual mileage has been significantly less. Driving at 65 mph for over an hour resulted in a mileage of 24 miles per gallon, and normal city driving averages between 17.5 and 18.7 miles per gallon.

==Picture Links==
*[http://www.bsmotoring.com/2005/images/apr09_18.jpg Hyundai Tucson (Black)]
*[http://www.auto35.ru/wallpapers/2302-hyundai-tucson.jpg Hyundai Tucson (Blue)]
Note: All these pictures have copyrights and are not for commercial use / Images taken from Google Search

== External links ==
* [http://www.hyundaiusa.com/vehicle/tucson/tucson.aspx HyundaiUSA's Tucson homepage]
* [http://www.hyundaiusa.com/shoppingtools/byo/model.aspx?vehicle=Tucson "Build your own Tucson" at HyundaiUSA.com]

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[[Category:Crossover SUVs]]
[[Category:Hyundai vehicles|Tucson]]

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2006-09-06T13:25:06Z

Evan: Template for Wikipedia content

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2006-09-06T13:23:35Z

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2006-09-06T13:23:04Z

Evan:

[[wikipedia:Hyundai Tucson]]

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2006-09-06T13:22:25Z

Evan:

[[wikipedia:Hyundai Tuscon]]

User:Evan

2006-09-06T13:22:08Z

Evan: sandbox

[[Image:Evanprodromou.jpg|left|Evan driving|me behind the wheel of my DS]]
[[Image:EvanProdromou1972CitroenDSBreak.jpg|right|Evan's car|my DS in Palo Duro Canyon, Texas]]

I'm '''Evan Prodromou''', from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montreal Montreal], Canada. I'm interested in cars and wikis. I drive a particularly goofy and impractical car: a 1972 Citroen ID Break. Up until 2005, it was my daily drive car, but after we had a baby my wife insisted we get a car that didn't require 10 minutes under the hood just to get it started.

[[Image:EvanProdromou2005HyundaiTuscon.jpg|right|The new crossover|My Hyundai Tuscon on a camping trip]]

So, we picked up a nice [[Hyundai Tucson]] last year, and we've been putting a lot of mileage on it. I'm a roadtrip fiend, and we've driven around Canada, New England, the Gulf Coast, and up the Appalachian trail. I like the Tuscon for camping and for winter here in Quebec; the 4wd and V6 are just right for rough roads and snowy weather. It's not an off-road vehicle, but it gives me just that little bit extra to feel still in control in tough driving situations.

I have a little [[User:Evan/Sandbox|sandbox]] I use for testing things.

User talk:Evan

2006-08-17T16:44:36Z

Evan: Thanks!

Hey there, Evan. Glad to see you've joined! Since you already know all about the wiki-community, I just wanted to welcome you to [[Main Page|Wikicars]], and invite you to dive right in! I'm sure I'll be in touch since we'll be need your "wiki-expertise." =) [[User:PNiddy|Nidhi]] 16:31, 17 August 2006 (UTC)

:Thanks for the welcome. I hope I can help out some. Wikicars seems to be doing really well! --[[User:Evan|Evan]] 16:44, 17 August 2006 (UTC)

User:Evan

2006-08-17T16:40:19Z

Evan: More about me and my cars

User:Evan

2006-08-17T16:39:50Z

Evan: More about me and my cars

[[Image:Evanprodromou.jpg|left|Evan driving|me behind the wheel of my DS]]
[[Image:EvanProdromou1972CitroenDSBreak.jpg|right|Evan's car|my DS in Palo Duro Canyon, Texas]]

I'm '''Evan Prodromou''', from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montreal Montreal], Canada. I'm interested in cars and wikis. I drive a particularly goofy and impractical car: a 1972 Citroen ID Break. Up until 2005, it was my daily drive car, but after we had a baby my wife insisted we get a car that didn't require 10 minutes under the hood just to get it started.

[[Image:EvanProdromou2005HyundaiTuscon.jpg|right|The new crossover|My Hyundai Tuscon on a camping trip]]

So, we picked up a nice [[Hyundai Tuscon]] last year, and we've been putting a lot of mileage on it. I'm a roadtrip fiend, and we've driven around Canada, New England, the Gulf Coast, and up the Appalachian trail. I like the Tuscon for camping and for winter here in Quebec; the 4wd and V6 are just right for rough roads and snowy weather. It's not an off-road vehicle, but it gives me just that little bit extra to feel still in control in tough driving situations.

File:EvanProdromou2005HyundaiTuscon.jpg

2006-08-17T16:38:49Z

Evan: Evan's Hyundai Tuscon, at Mastigouche Provincial Wilderness in Quebec

Evan's Hyundai Tuscon, at Mastigouche Provincial Wilderness in Quebec

File:EvanProdromou1972CitroenDSBreak.jpg

2006-08-17T16:28:54Z

Evan: correction

Evan Prodromou's 1972 Citroen DS Break, shown here in its high suspension position since I've just driven through a flooded creek in Texas.

File:EvanProdromou1972CitroenDSBreak.jpg

2006-08-17T16:28:16Z

Evan: Evan Prodromou's 1972 Citroen DS Break, shown here in it's high hydraulic position since I've just driven through a flooded creek in Texas.

Evan Prodromou's 1972 Citroen DS Break, shown here in it's high hydraulic position since I've just driven through a flooded creek in Texas.

User:Evan

2006-08-17T16:21:48Z

Evan:

[[Image:Evanprodromou.jpg|right|Evan driving|me behind the wheel of my DS]]

I'm '''Evan Prodromou''', from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montreal Montreal], Canada. I'm interested in cars and wikis. I drive a particularly goofy and impractical car: a 1972 Citroen ID Break.

User:Evan

2006-08-17T16:21:07Z

Evan:

[[Image:Evanprodromou.jpg|right|Evan driving|me behind the wheel of my DS]]

I'm '''Evan Prodromou''', from [[Wikipedia:Montreal|Montreal]], Canada. I'm interested in cars and wikis. I drive a particularly goofy and impractical car: a 1972 Citroen ID Break.

User:Evan

2006-08-17T16:20:57Z

Evan: A bit about me

[[Image:Evanprodromou.jpg|right|Evan driving|me behind the wheel of my DS]

I'm '''Evan Prodromou''', from [[Wikipedia:Montreal|Montreal]], Canada. I'm interested in cars and wikis. I drive a particularly goofy and impractical car: a 1972 Citroen ID Break.

File:Evanprodromou.jpg

2006-08-17T16:18:48Z

Evan: Evan Prodromou, behind the wheel of his 1972 Citroen DS Break

Evan Prodromou, behind the wheel of his 1972 Citroen DS Break