2018 Hyundai Tucson: FULL REVIEW | The Value Leader in a Hot Segment!

Let's take an IN-DEPTH REVIEW of the 2018 Hyundai Tucson Value Edition! The Tucson Limited, Sport, Value, SEL Plus, SEL and SE trims will be ALL be covered in this review as well! During the video, we will show you the performance data of all three engines, cargo capacities, distinct styling cues, interior technology and functionality, Hyundai BlueLink system, exterior styling and much more! So, come join us as we sample this automotive delicacy in a very detailed review that will leave no questions unanswered!
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As Tested (Tucson Value AWD): $29,355
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[@01nig57]

I watch a lot of reviews - I like your presentation - a good balance of information and detail and camera work is easy to watch too. Good job fellas! If I was to ask anything, it would be if you had access to the high spec model to just show the differences visually - just briefly, like in the headlamp set up etc. But you do cover it in your commentary. Keep up the great work :-)

[@CarConfections]

Thank you! We appreciate that!

[@almason253]

Totally agree with the presentation. It was honest, informative and kept my attention. Great job guys!!!

[@gjssjg]

You've hit on a winning formula, consumers don't want to hear or see a journalist talking about what a car is like to drive. They want to see the vehicle from a first person perspective. If they like it they'll make an effort to drive it themselves.

[@helario01]

Love the idea that you step up a bit on your game.Keep it up!

[@saurav_thapa]

Great review!!!! 👍

[@afcgeo882]

I really like the exterior design of the Tucson. It is sporty without being awkward or looking like it's trying too hard to stand out. The suspension is great and so is the steering. The car drives nicely weighted for its size and weight. I'm okay with the interior, but only on the top trims. hard plastics are way too abundant. What's kept me away have been the two engine/transmission available (both horrible) and the small trunk space. It's an SUV, so it really should be larger back there. The 2.4L seems like the engine that should be the upgrade on most trims. It's actually smooth, sufficiently powerful, but unfortunately not at all efficient. What ultimately does Hyundai in is their illogical trim packaging with way too many confusing trims that dictate which options come packed instead of letting customers choose what they want. For example, the SEL Plus has all the trimmings on the inside, but no available sunroof AND only the base engine. Meanwhile, the Sport comes at a higher price tag and with the nicer engine, but no upgrades on the inside. You can choose the even pricier Value trim and get the turbo engine and a panoramic sunroof, but you get bumped down to lower interior specs from the SEL Plus that's displayed 2 levels lower, but actually costs $250 more. Just too confusing and impossible to get the features you want unless you get them all (including a bunch you don't want) and then you can't get the 2.4. Frustrating.

[@abdullah2ice]

Good work. Thank you.

[@romoromo6322]

You sold me. I bought the SEL Plus and absolutely love it. Thanks for the great review.

[@CarConfections]

Glad to hear that, Robert! Congrats on your new Tuscon!

[@YodiRoberts]

Hi, I also have the 2018 SEL Plus but I don't have the 4 button feature behind the shift lever, only the button to shift to sport mode and the hill descent control, but I am missing the other two. Did yours come with all four? Just curious. Two years into it and I'm still in love my SEL Plus!

[@ashwinjogaratnam9417]

Nice review

[@22Kevi]

This was one of the 2nd SUVs I was interested in when I was searching for my very first SUV. Especially in this particular design. The only thing that made the Rav4 stand out for me over this is the fact that the Rav has a had brake over the foot operated one. Being a disabled guy, and needing driving aids, this was a big decision for the choice I made. But given the choice, I would have the Hyundai hands down.

[@redseamole]

got mine in white ext and beige int, 2.4 4WD 2 days ago and very happy with it :-)

[@YodiRoberts]

Hi. I bought the 2018 SEL Plus edition but it did not come with the hands free power tailgate nor did the back seats come with the 8 way power feature... are those standard in the SEL Plus?

[@jordancatcher6663]

Great job guys. 👍👍👍

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@michaeltaylor8857]

Well done as with all your video reviews. Will you be reviewing the 2019 Tuscon. Also does Hyundai plan on offering hybrid option in their product line. Thanks again for your good work.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks, Michael! We are currently waiting on a 2019 to arrive. I don't believe there are any plans for a hybrid Tuscon but they do now offer an electric Kona or the Ioniq.

[@jahanleito7680]

This is what I've been wanting

[@CarConfections]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@emeresbestres1]

How do I enable 4 wheel drive?

[@Kazze1]

Does the 2017 sport have Apple CarPlay?

[@timothylewis1339]

Nice Review

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@bluemarvel4601]

Could I trade a 2015 kia soul base for a 2018 Hyundai Tucson and keep my payments around the same amount?

[@orethapoure9524]

Thank you so much for your presentation, but why my 2018 Tucson doesn't have all those features too?

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! Different trims?

[@wade3312]

Is your Hyundai dealer getting any Genesis models yet? That review is going to rock, waiting for that more than anything. I'm a luxury car man almost exclusively and always keeping my mind open on new ones.

[@Jaymac720]

For some reason, when you show the side profile, all I can see is the Jaguar F Pace because of the rising window line as well as the slanted rear window. I’m not going to say if this is good or bad but I just wanted to point it out. Also, vaguely related, have you guys heard anything about Genesis vehicles coming to your Hyundai dealership?

[@CarConfections]

We're really not sure if Gates Hyundai is a Genesis retailer or not. That said, if they are not, we will try to partner with one of our other Hyundai dealers to get access to them. The new G70 is gorgeous!!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

I just drove by there today.

[@firstnamelastname6717]

Now fast forwarding 4 years to 2022, this car is now more improved

[@theginnetofginnets9624]

After 2019 the Tucson is a pile of shite

[@MrFlyboy1313]

Ok,since when do you drive the cars? I like the change.

[@CarConfections]

We've been trying to work it into some of our recent vids. It should become more and more common!

[@udmbfckx2916]

First of all thanks for your thorough review. The 2.0 in the SE is a little too slow for this segment, as in almost-Crosstrek slow, it does not compete well (Honda and Toyota would agree) but it is the viable cheapest option available out there. The 2.4 with the 6 speed auto should be the bread and butter among the whole range. The 7 speed DCT has been a downer in drive-ability, there are class action lawsuits, recalls and repairs galore, Hyundai should move away from this design, a move that was most likely done in the name of marketing ("Hey we have a DCT, like VW!") and improve on the autos and/or CVTs as most automakers have done. Me? I would like to see a 201 HP version of the 1.6 turbo with the 6-speed auto in the Sport Model and the highest trim...I mean, the 240 HP Kia Sportage SX 2.0 Turbo comes with a 6-speed auto tranny. The 1.6 turbo has been, as of late, detuned for new applications to 175 HP, as in the Kona, in the name of MPGs.

[@de-andreking3107]

Can you do the Volkswagen atlas please?

[@CarConfections]

De-ANDRE KING hopefully we will start working with a VW dealer over the summer!

[@de-andreking3107]

Car Confections thanks for the answer!

[@wade3312]

I second this request.

[@xensbeast5618]

When can you do santa fe?

[@CarConfections]

We're hoping to have the all-new Santa Fe soon! It'll definitely be a priority when it arrives!

[@orethapoure9524]

@@CarConfections l really love your presentation it was in detail, but I just got my Hyundai Tucson and why my Tucson doesn't have all of that features too? its 2018 Tucson.

[@orethapoure9524]

Thanks so much for your presentation it was in detail. But why my Tucson doesn't have all that features too? Its 2018.

[@TheSoulMan11]

Need the 2019 review

[@CarConfections]

We are waiting on a 2019 to arrive at our dealer now! Hopefully it will be soon!

[@TheSoulMan11]

@@CarConfections looking at getting a 19, hopefully when I get my bike sold. I liked your review on the santa fe.

[@vermilliontoaster3063]

93 view and 7th like.

[@TurfSurf]

This is not the new 2018 Tucson, this is a 2017/2018 carry over. The new interior is totally different.

[@CarConfections]

I think you mean the refreshed 2019 model which will be out in the fall

[@silentrefusal9911]

I don't understand how does this SUV exist when the all new Santa Fe is in the same size segment as this Tucson?? Please correct me if I am wrong. Hyundai small subcompact SUV is Kona. Then one size larger, the compact segment is the all new Santa Fe for 2019 (and so is this). And for 2019 the 3 row would be Santa Fe XL. So, how where does this Tucson fit?? Or is going to be wound up in 2019?

[@brunobraga1601]

this car is smaller and less complete than the Santa fe, so they are of different categories. In Brazil, the tucson is an midsize SUV, already the Santa Fe, big SUV.

[@silentrefusal9911]

Bruno Freitas for 2019, there would be 2 versions of Santa Fe. A smaller one previously known as Santa Fe sport which would be now called Santa Fe and the large 3 row would be Santa Fe XL. So... Again I don't know where does this Tucson fit?

[@brunobraga1601]

Silent Refusal Santa fe sport and XL has the same size, the only difference is the third row of seats on the XL, so the explanation remains the same

[@brunobraga1601]

Only in the previous version the current one has a difference of size between the versions

[@silentrefusal9911]

Bruno Freitas we will know once both the trims hit the showrooms

[@pandapanda2937]

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[@TheCaitlinMarie]

Hyundais interior is so plasticky looking, I'd like to see a little more stitching patterns. Otherwise very nice SUV

[@fartsdiarrheaa5880]

sometimes the poop is big

[@kyngbepsi434]

Just got one Today, in Maroon colour.

[@KaylaWard-cg3lx]

Hi! Do you like yours? I’m going to test drive one this weekend but I’m nervous 😂

[@kyngbepsi434]

@@KaylaWard-cg3lx one of the Easiest vehicles I have ever driven, great size for a family, but if your a single person who just likes big SUVs is awesome as well, haven’t tooken it out the city yet but is overall a good bang for your buck vehicle