Test driving 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift: What's up with 7-speed dry DCT?

[@carlosprofitt3553]

Thanks!

[@CarSceneKorea]

Thank you very much for your support! 🥰

[@jupinu]

the car looks very good, with a modern look, but I don't like the fact that they positioned the rear turn signals so badly. It was perfect with a dynamic LED turn signal at the top, next to the taillights.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Tell me about it 🥲

[@aye3678]

Totally agree. So disappointing.

[@Kopsnkops]

Worse is that they not even LED

[@alxdava2004]

Also the front lights are very low make them very exposed to break in any small accident/incident

[@lonestartex1]

This got 68 likes which means a bunch of people agree turn signals are TOO LOW. Why is this a problem with Hyundai and Kia??? (Previous Santa Fe, Carnival, Kona). Move the turn signals up to the brake lights where people expect to see turn signals... some Hyundai Kias have them, others don't. Please listen to your customers, its a safety issue.

[@barneyboyle6933]

It's crazy how it looks so similar to the original yet so much better. It looks really good in white too

[@CarSceneKorea]

Think I've heard a similar comment on 911s. I totally agree with ya!

[@MrRobi10]

no, it's not. it's having halogen turning signals, a lot of piano black in the interior, so it's a big no.

[@MikeIsCanadian]

I’m disappointed by the decision to go with DCT. I feel like DCTs get worse over time especially in stop and go traffic.

[@CarSceneKorea]

What Tucson domestic(Korean) spec gets: 7spd dry DCT(Gasoline), 8spd Auto(Diesel), 6spd Auto(Hybrid). So there are different transmissions are technically available.

[@wolfshanze5980]

The US will probably NOT get the DCT... we get different engine and transmission options than Korea and other countries get.

[@nobatteriesincluded3968]

Hyundai has come a long ways from the early days i do appreciate the fact they use real transmissions and not a cvt in every car 💯

[@CarSceneKorea]

I sometimes to yearn for CVT, not sure when, but I know I do sometimes 🤣

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

In my experience as A 2023 Tucson leasee, the low turn signals on the current version of the Tucson are something that has been overblown. When I follow other Tucson’s, they are actually very obvious and bright. I actually notice them much better than on other vehicles when they are higher and mixed in with red taillights. Even up close behind the Tucson, you can’t miss the yellow flashing even if you can’t see the light itself. And of course there are the mirror turn signals. However, it is odd that they would lower them more given that people have so much anxiety about it. Bottom line though, here in the US, half of the drivers don’t even use turn signals. And that’s what really gets me pissed.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Korea can only have amber lights for turn signals. Only a few FTA'd US cars have red turn signals, i.e., Tesla, Dodge to name a few. So many in Korea complain about low turn signals. I completely understand both sides, but I am also more on the "It's okay," side.

[@JT-fq2bl]

I never had a issue with the Tucson rear turn signals, and I sit high above everyone else on the road (🚛). The people who complained about the Tucson rear turn signal are usually those who kept their eyes fixated in one spot (tunnel vision) or distracted with a cell phone in their hand while driving (I am only speaking for the US). Unfortunately, these people will be the usual suspects running into the back of vehicles regardless the placement of the turn signals.

[@CarSceneKorea]

@@JT-fq2bl Thanks for sharing your thought :)

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

@@JT-fq2bl Exactly. The US is full of terrible and distracted drivers. I think we need much stricter driving standards and regulations. If you can’t follow basic rules of the road, you shouldn’t be permitted to be on it.

[@bonle3771]

Half? I’m in Florida and ppl mostly use it.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Also check out my earlier videos on 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift here: Test driving 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift: What's up with 7-speed dry DCT? (This video) kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5iYeYGMlpual5o 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift, Hybrid & N-Line In-depth review, Exterior & Interior First Look (66K views) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXitY3eGqc97gsk In-depth 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift, Hybrid & N-Line review FULL details (29K views) kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6DCiGakeZ2Ags0 🔇 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift Hybrid & N-Line Exterior & Interior walkaround, no narration (11K views) kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6WTdJyaideYnNU 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift, Hybrid & N-Line Prices are direct conversion from Korean Won price to US Dollars using the exchange rate of 1,320 won to 1 USD: Gasoline 1.6 Turbo model 27.71 million to 34.39 million won ($20,977 USD to $26,011 USD approximately) - 180 hp / 27.0 kgf.m - Combined fuel economy: 12.5 mpg (2WD, 17-inch wheels) Diesel 2.0 model 30.13 million to 36.81 million won ($22,833 USD to $27,841 USD approximately) - 184 hp / 42.5 kgf.m - Combined fuel economy: 14.3 km/L (2WD, 17-inch wheels) 1.6 Turbo Hybrid model 32.13 million and 38.58 million won (※ Prices after applying hybrid model tax benefits) ($24,375 USD to $29,227 USD approximately) - 180 hp / 27.0 kgf.m - Combined fuel economy: 16.2 km/L (2WD, 17-inch wheels) Exterior colors for 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift: - Pine Green Matte - Ultimate Red Metallic - Phantom Black Pearl - Creamy White Pearl - Shimmering Silver Metallic - Titanium Gray Metallic - Ocean Indigo Pearl - Amazon Gray Metallic - Titanium Gray Matte (N-Line exclusive) Interior colors for 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift: - Sage Green/Black/Gray - Black One-Tone - Black/Gray Two-Tone - Brown Pack - Black One-Tone/Red Stitch (N-Line exclusive)

[@gregdowning5718]

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[@hohtz]

It would be good to put factory protectors to the display and piano black interior elements. Are there any?

[@CarSceneKorea]

@@hohtz Not that I know of, I'd rather use it and wipe it off with a dry cloth every now and then. A good swipe gets the job done.

[@metalman4141]

I picked my Tucson up on Monday and I’m extremely pleased with it 🇬🇧

[@CarSceneKorea]

Glad you like it! 👍 Truly a great car!

[@roccodifranco7866]

I have to say I own a 2021 Kia forte GT with a seven speed DCT automatic transmission and i absolutely love this transmission if you are not a housewife and want something that actually is a sport transmission you will love it

[@valeriozoncheddu1033]

It all looks good, but the padelshifters on the steering wheel should be longer in length and stationary . That's my take on that I still would buy it. But please tell them to make the padel shifters longer and stationary, please

[@atngo5431]

Goodjob man. I think you are expert in review car field.

[@CarSceneKorea]

I thank you very much, appreciate it!

[@pointlessCRAYtv]

I have a Elantra N Line with the dry DCT and I HATE HATE HATE it, so clunky. Good to know Im not the only one

[@CarSceneKorea]

🥲😭

[@0xff-]

I like what they did with the gears, putting them on the steering wheel, and losing those buttons. I actually really like the interior here. I might actually get 1 of these. Thanks for doing the review

[@CarSceneKorea]

Glad you like it! 👍

[@tnnsplyr22]

Congrats on being the first reviewer to really show the 2nd row lowering vertically when folded. It is a critical feature and impossible to see in most reviews. Please keep showing this (or lack thereof) in future cars. Sucks that Lexus removed this from the RX.

[@georgeelucian]

Just ordered mine here in Romania, in Shimmering Silver color with beige interior! 🥰Now 3 months of waiting, feeling excited!

[@CarSceneKorea]

Good choice! You will love it :)

[@florinandrei5354]

Salut! Ce variantă de echipare ai ales și la ce preț? Pe la sfârșitul anului mă gândesc să achiziționez și eu unul 😅. Mulțumesc anticipat pentru un eventual răspuns!

[@CarSceneKorea]

felicitari si tie!

[@ishmaamsha-riyadimam5531]

The bottom turn signals will make a lot of people reconsider. Otherwise a super solid vehicle

[@CarSceneKorea]

🥲

[@grasho]

That would be strange reason to reconsider a purchase... I have the 2022 Tucson since October 2022, had almost 20 000 kilometers, most of them in city and I have never had issues with other drivers not noticing my rear turn signal...

[@ofcbob6391]

So many cars/suv's have the turn signal mixed in with the brake lamps so that if those brake lights are on, the turn signal isn't even that noticeable, whereas if they are low, at least they are not surrounded by bright red lamps.

[@TidyBananas]

In the US there is no 7DCT in the Tuscon. Far as I know the Hybrid has the 6DCT here. Uses the standard 8 automatic on all trims except the Hybrid and PHEV. We most likely will get the 2.5 4cyl as well, but the Hybrid and PHEV will get the 1.6T

[@CarSceneKorea]

What Tucson domestic(Korean) spec gets: 7spd dry DCT(Gasoline), 8spd Auto(Diesel), 6spd Auto(Hybrid).

[@grasho]

Hybrid is with 6spd Auto (Non DCT) on all markets

[@wolfshanze5980]

There are ZERO DCTs on the American market for the 2022-2024 Tucson. All current gas Tucsons are 8-speed automatic All current hybrid Tucsons are 6-speed automatic. I doubt the 7-speed DCT will come to America on the 2025 Tucson. We have different engine and transmission options on the US compared with Korea.

[@vietanhnguyen981]

From Viet Nam, very great, hopefully the car will return to Vietnam by the end of this year and I will buy it

[@wightangel]

Thank you for sharing a great review with your community in United Kingdom.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Our pleasure!

[@geziyorumgörüyorum59]

Today we did a speed test with a 2025 model Tucson. It enters the limiter at 195 km/h. 1.6t, Htrac, Elite Plus model, final chassis. It would be better if there was no limiter, but we think the limiter is good in terms of safety.

[@CarSceneKorea]

It’s definitely a safer bet to have the limiter there!😂

[@geziyorumgörüyorum59]

@, Yeah man. Absolutely correct.

[@mattkennedy6115]

I wish Hyundai would make it so the rear windshield fluid could clean off any obstruction on the rear camera. I liked that feature on my Ford Edge

[@mdr2244]

I like the new interior, it's better looking than the actual. Hope to came to Canary Islands next 2024

[@CarSceneKorea]

Fingers crossed! 🤞

[@user-JAL24]

10:11 to 10:18 I like how he smile like he is panic because he want to review everything and he so excited to show everybody but one problem some people are bored and they want to see the best part where he drive around and talk while he drive.

[@CarSceneKorea]

And that's why I manually punch in the timestamp on my videos :)

[@muhammedhassan7471]

Hyhundai എല്ലാ വാഹനവും കാണാൻ അതിമനോഹരം ആകുന്നു 👌.. എന്തൊരു ഭംഗി ആകുന്നു ഈ കാർ കാണാൻ...

[@CarSceneKorea]

നിങ്ങൾ ഇത് ഇഷ്ടപ്പെട്ടതിൽ സന്തോഷം!

[@BenWatson2023]

1:31 that cool way the lights cycle around, I’ve been looking for how to do that with my Tucson. Watched this again and you explain it’s just how it looks filmed on your GoPro. Ahh that’s annoying it looks ace 😂

[@CarSceneKorea]

Yes, it is the GoPro flickering 😅

[@drjatinderbirsingh]

I wish they focused more on the quality, reliability and longevity of the engines as well.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Sure is important!

[@aye3678]

Lovely car. Look forward to seeing the comparison between the pre face lift and this face lift model.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Coming soon!

[@drmohamedfahmy2489]

We encounter a problem in hot weather in Gulf areas and the Middle East with the DCT dry gear, not wet. The car was holding and heating up many times.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Dry DCTs do have known issues. Import models are most likely to be an Automatic.

[@roccodifranco7866]

Looks nice I have to say I have a 2023 Kia forte GT with the 7 speed dry clutch DCT and I absolutely love it, so much personality and performance.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Couldn't agree more!

[@bumblebee2956]

Problem is the insane price hike this car goes through for last 3-5 years 😢it’s a shame that they didn’t fixed the rear signal lights plus 8 speed automatic 😢

[@CarSceneKorea]

Inflation isn't that difficult to find 🥲

[@jacobschi]

Great review! Love my 2021 Tucson and the facelift looks good, but!!! the rear indicators 😡they really missed a golden opportunity.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Totally agree. Perhaps the next all-new model.

[@sehord]

Comment about 6:00. This is optional behavior. When you change the back view mirrors controller to the left or right it will put down your mirrors but if you set the controller to the middle mirrors will stay up. Found this year on my Santa Fe.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Indeed. Put it either left or right, mirror will tilt down, put it in the middle. It won't. I actually had it turned off after shooting this :P

[@DanAllen1]

Very nice. Love the clean looking interface. Here's hoping the 2024 Tucson gets updated screens or at least wireless Android/Carplay

[@CarSceneKorea]

Does get wireless AA & CarPlay :)

[@pierreandhelene7966]

I have a Toyota Venza 2023… and this vehicle looks great…. Having said this, i have to concur with the flashing signal (in the back) being so low… Toyota had that same dangerous feature ! Those who designed the rear flasher’s position didn’t study road safety too much: we live in Canada and the snow always accumulate on the rear bumper when you drive in snowing conditions.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Hyundai raised the turn signals on a few cars with their facelift, so they sure have that in mind. I don't think we'd see those low signals no more with later cars to come.

[@williewonka1970]

I love the car so much I'm getting a second after first was totaled from flooded street.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Sorry to hear that, then you will love this facelift more!

[@itmaxlo1]

used to owning a volkswagen 7spd dct dry already haunts me

[@traffictraffic]

Me too. My first DCT and I don't see myself owning another car with a dry DCT again. Volkswagen ruined my faith in all DCTs. I'd rather have a belt or chain CVT instead

[@CarSceneKorea]

@@traffictraffic Ahhh, the notorious DCTs. We all know that latest automatics have greatly been upgraded, so the DCTs have quite grim future ahead. G80 M3 for instance...

[@alexg4435]

Love the buttons, that’s actually an improvement great!the screens are nice but I understand the slow breeze climate from the actual model Is gone and I love it so much also the climate for the back seats is really useful ! Love my 2021 Tucson But I will be moving forward to something better like GLE or X5

[@CarSceneKorea]

That sure is a great upgrade!

[@marcinsobczak2485]

so they removed the best part which was front leds and messed up the dashboard which can belong to any car now.

[@Faisaldeepblue]

Volume knobs!! Great job man

[@CarSceneKorea]

Yay!

[@alex99398]

I like the pre-facelift version but I do like the exterior of this new one slightly more... The DRLs are only 4 vs 5 pre-facelift which is more practical and larger lights. But the interior is improved with physical knobs for volume and the large curved display for the cockpit/infortainment. Almost feels like a new car with the much improved cabin. Hybrid would be the way to go imo...

[@CarSceneKorea]

Thanks for sharing :)

[@Fischeule]

Nice video, nice car, even if I don't like DCT Transmissions from other brands. I would like to know if there will be a night-vision or ir-option with Hyundai/KIA?

[@CarSceneKorea]

None available at the moment. Will definitely take some time for Tucson to get them even when they become available though.

[@Wedgetail96]

Great review. Like so many others, the indicators being dangerously low is why I would choose the Sportage over the Tucson. I really like the Tucson, but that point of safety remains a no sale. Also, I’ve read and watched car reviews and tests for decades, however I have no idea what “HDA” is. You reference it several times as if everyone knows exactly what it might be.

[@CarSceneKorea]

I mostly always read out the entire name after quoting an abbreviation, but guess I missed that out on this video. It is Highway Driving Assist. This is the explanation of the tech from the web: "Highway Driving Assist is designed to help detect vehicles and lanes ahead, and help maintain distance from the vehicle ahead, maintain the set speed, and keep the vehicle between lanes while driving on the highway (or motorway)."

[@Wedgetail96]

@@CarSceneKorea thanks, now I understand, I’m guessing this is a Hyundai/Kia specific acronym that packages together a range of driver assistance measures.

[@georgeelucian]

Hi & thanks for the video! What Tucson version is this? N-Line, Style+, Premium or Luxury?

[@CarSceneKorea]

A regular model, not N-Line. Loaded, highest trim here in Korea. Names are different around the globe, so look for the loaded model.

[@lauriecailteux9451]

If you ever get a chance, test drive and review the 2025 Tucson plug in hybrid or the regular hybrid. I’m thinking about putting an order in for when the time comes.

[@CarSceneKorea]

I am test driving a hybrid in a few days :) Anything in particular you are curious about?

[@LuongSangThai-wf3jf]

Đúng như bạn nói ,không một ai thích đèn xi nhan thấp như vậy, thậm chí là ghét bỏ ,phần nội thất thì rất đẹp và đầy đủ công năng. Nếu hộp số 8 cấp ướt , awd, ..tôi sẽ chờ nâng cấp lần sau

[@CarSceneKorea]

Có vẻ giống như những gì chúng ta sẽ nhận được với chiếc Tucson tiếp theo. Cảm ơn đã xem!

[@henrikhook.]

Night driving also, so that you can see if the light output of the (drl) headlights, the range has improved🤔, please.

[@CarSceneKorea]

You bet! Definitely getting this.

[@henrikhook.]

​@@CarSceneKorea👍🏼👌🏼

[@grasho]

DRL is just so you can be easily seen, no need to increase the output there...

[@mrz1281]

having the turn signals that low same with kia is so dangerous when your in a big 4x4 or truck you just dont notice it well enough!

[@CarSceneKorea]

You have a point 🥲

[@VarunSharma-xc9fl]

I have a 7 Speed DCT on Alcazar or Grand Creta. It is a bit jerky on lower speeds. Noticeable on the 1st and 2nd gear only. After that it's just a smooth ride nothing else. Loving it currently!

[@CarSceneKorea]

Totally agree ;)

[@deniselayton5368]

Not only are tge sezts to recline you mentioned to maximize the truck its if someone wants to recline to take a nap

[@birdpico5776]

Thanks for the great review and it's definitely a candidate for my next car when it's available in my country. My current ride is a 12' elantra md with 6AT, and I used to drive it as a manual transmission. That is, I manually gear up/down to gain a quicker acceleration or extra braking force. Just wondering how is the engine brake feel like in this DCT gearbox?

[@CarSceneKorea]

Softer and smoother all around hence what I've felt initially at the start of the video. I've also used paddle shifters and "manually" shifted too and that's when that DCT characteristics pop out the most. Even so, it still is quite smooth and softer compared to what I've felt in my Seltos.

[@rue7796]

Wait, I'm confused with the comments. DCT stands for Dual-Clutch Transmission right? Just like the famous Ford lawsuit? If yes, why-oh-why????

[@CarSceneKorea]

Yep that DCT indeed. But it’s quite nice!

[@GuangLeon]

Hopefully we can also have 16T hybrid version in Australia

[@RodGardner]

Great video , looks a great car . I am glad I found your channel. All the way from the UK. Your English is perfect 👍

[@CarSceneKorea]

Welcome aboard! Glad you like it! 👍

[@ExploziePe2Roti]

i have 3 Tucson with DCT MHybrid and at 28k the DCT are broken, is not for city ..if u drive in city at every 30k u must change the clutch at DCT ....

[@CarSceneKorea]

Driving habits contribute to longevity of DCTs a lot too just like any manual 🥲

[@TheMichaelRN]

Hybrid is the one to get. It's inevitable the next generation will have an EV version, like the Kona. Blessed New Year everyone!

[@CarSceneKorea]

Happy New Year to you and everyone as well :)

[@Kiki-zg8yk]

Just finished reading the User manual for a MHEV Tucson Facelfit and it mentions several times about the DCT as being submerged in oil… compared it the pre facelift Tucson user manual where is clearly stated that the DCT is dry..so.. are you sure that the facelift has a dry one ?

[@CarSceneKorea]

It is for Korean domestic model, but it it could vary depending on the market. If the user manual says so, it is wet DCT for your market then :)

[@kyelee09]

I like the previous exterior more. The new front, especially front bumper, the lines don't flow.

[@larman2020]

Love your reviews, continued success! Do we know the wattage / power coming our of the Type C plugs?

[@CarSceneKorea]

I couldn't find the precise output on that, sry 🥲

[@larman2020]

@@CarSceneKorea Thanks for the quick reply!

[@hararidanovic6642]

Hello, this Tucson looks good how many alloy wheels are going to change.

[@jakub.lipski03]

I have Hyundai Tucson 1.6 150KM 7dct. 20k km and i have problem with 7dct😢 the gear shake and its very not comfortable to drive with it...I got discouraged with Hyundai. My dealer Hyundai dont see any problem with 7dct in my car. I think I'll sell the car.😢

[@CarSceneKorea]

Where are you? Curious where else Hyundai beings 7spd dry DCT. I have the same transmission with same mileage, 20K km, no issues whatsoever.

[@jakub.lipski03]

@@CarSceneKorea I live in Poland. I have 7dct dry. I feel on my feet when the gear from 3 go to second gear... its like shaking but its not always... sometimes when starting off i have the impression that the second gear does not exist.. as if i had the cloutch pressed all the time. Thanks for your message 👋🏻

[@CarSceneKorea]

Thanks for sharing!

[@valeriozoncheddu1033]

I agree with you on the tail lights. they give signs at the back they higher

[@CarSceneKorea]

🙌

[@valeriozoncheddu1033]

Sorry

[@wings3577]

hello from Turkiye. you are the best.. thank u man

[@CarSceneKorea]

Thanks to you too! 🇹🇷

[@marcinsobczak2485]

you are the only reviewer that pays so much attention to transmissions. here in europe people do not know anything about them so manufacturers put dcts everywhere because they are cheaper. even if you buy brand new car the salesperson does not know what type of transmission is in the car they sell. 'it's automatic' they say. I still manage to get cars with real automatic transmissions however, two years ago I bought hyundai tucson hev 6 speed and I love it :)

[@CarSceneKorea]

Manual, dry DCT, wet DCT, IVT, CVT, automatics, sequential, no transmission with EVs? 🤣 Think there's a few more I've tried...Thanks for the feedback!

[@JonathanLight1]

The rear turn signals are too low! I was almost going to get a ‘24 Tucson, and now want the ‘25 face lift now!

[@sandilemajiya7831]

I did see when you were showing us how to select drive, reverse, parking and neutral on the gear shift. How do you select if you want to drive it manually with the pedal shifts?

[@CarSceneKorea]

Put it to Drive and press on any shifter, it will go into the manual override :)

[@DeborahKleinschmidt-t7k]

Looks like a lot of great upgrades but that DCT makes any car a hard no from me. My husband wanted the Santa Cruz but as soon as I found out what the transmission was - no way! You will get problems later. We went with the 2024 Ultimate Hybrid. So now we will see how long before the Turbo is shot.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Whats the problem you have with the DCT if you may share it with us?

[@DeborahKleinschmidt-t7k]

@@CarSceneKorea DCTs are not good for every day city driving. Soon enough you will feel shuttering and need to replace the clutch. Over and over again.

[@gloriclyoko]

Great review! Pretty much covered two key concerns: dry dct and low rear light design. Otherwise very strong package.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Indeed.

[@orangemerc]

Its the concerns specifically which is holding me from buying the dct Tucson and considering either hybrid or any other competitor

[@DiMos-t5u]

I drive a Kona facelift (2022) model 1.0 lt 7 DCT dry model for 20 months now, having about 20.000 klm, half of them in the city traffic and the rest on the open road. I have been following this technology from 2009 when the VW group started using their DSG 7 DCT dry gearbox. I have never heard anyone complain about the performance of a 7 DCT pre-synchronised gearbox! It is regarded top-notch technology, delivering much better performance and economy than any other type of automatic gearbox (except the CVT gearboxes) both in the city and outside, while being trustworthy and problems-free at the same time. It may not be as smooth as a constant transmission gearbox (e.g. the Mercedes ones) but it is reasonably smooth especially after the 2nd gear and after the 3nd gear I cannot see any difference with the constant transmission gearboxes anyway. So, with all due respect, but when I hear you say the phrase "...that everybody hates..." and also giving the impression that a 7 DCT dry pre-synchronised gearbox is not that good, I am sorry but I really do not understand what you are talking about...!

[@CarSceneKorea]

That's what the hype is like here in Korea. Instant hate when people hear dry DCT. I also have Seltos with 7spd dry DCT as I've mentioned multiple times in my video, which I am completely satisfied with. There sure are distinctive pros&cons to every transmission. It's also true that automatic transmissions have caught up real fast in the past few years, advantages of DCTs are surely dissipating.

[@DiMos-t5u]

Ok, now I get it. I didn' t know that about Korean hype. Still unjustified though. Keep up the good work! @@CarSceneKorea

[@michaelrankins5757]

I don’t know if “everyone” hates the DCT, but I can tell you that I do. The jerky, halting performance at very low speeds is an annoyance and even the nearby joggers and persons walking their dogs turn to look, wondering what is wrong with the car. A 15 year old new driver on a learner’s permit could work the gears of a standard shift better than the DCT handles shifting gears electronically. I think this is a very nice new SUV otherwise, but after driving a DCT from Hyundai for five years I won’t be driving another one. Other people can make their own decisions about it.

[@thurules]

@@michaelrankins5757 Which car with 7dct were you having issues with? What did you replace that car with?

[@michaelrankins5757]

@@thurules I’ve had a pair of 2017 Hyundai Tucson SUVs. They were inexpensive even when fully loaded, and the warranties are helpful. The jerking, vibrating operation of the DCT was very annoying, however, and so I replaced one with a new Tucson that does not have a DCT. The other 2017 Tucson is in my garage as a “back up” vehicle, and is seldom driven.

[@robertspeicher5047]

My oldest daughter swears by Hyundai. Drive them only.

[@CarSceneKorea]

I'm also a great Hyundai N fan, Nthusiast 😎

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

I wonder if the American version will also be DCT?

[@CarSceneKorea]

Not sure, but I've heard it's all be 8spd automatic thus far for the NA market?

[@ahmethakancoskun899]

Anyone considering a tucson be aware that there are two wheelbase versions and one is 15cm shorter in length. Some countries get this shorter version which is dumb in my opinion. It is not a big suv to begin with.

[@voiceofreason314]

Are you saying the suspension is stiffer than the pre-facelift models? Also, how does the suspension compare to the 2024 Sonata?

[@CarSceneKorea]

Not necessarily, however, the upgraded bushings around the car does help provide smoother ride overall.

[@jeffs6090]

Will the Sportage get some of these new refresh features as well for 2025?

[@CarSceneKorea]

Being a brother/sister car - or more like a direct competitor - most likely. Which features are you referring to in particular? Sportage already has 12.3 in monitors.

[@ilovemymillerlite]

Thank you for this review. I currently own a 2022 Tucson Limited hybrid. It has been a great car overall. My disappointments have been lower than advertised MPG's (31 vs 36) and the lack of a volume knob (and other knobs.) In your humble opinion, does the 2025 have enough improvements that I should consider trading in my 2022 hybrid for a new 2025 hybrid?

[@CarSceneKorea]

The MPG heavily depends on a driving habit and most of recent HMG cars always gave me very close MPG proposed by the manufacturers. Put aside those factors you are dissatisfied with, I think the interior really makes it a great upgrade if trading the car doesn't cost you a fortune. This ccNC is the latest tech from HMG, which will last for a few years.

[@mclroy]

I really live the 2025 tucson. I preasently own a F-150 in location till november 2025. At the end i'll choose between the PHEV tucson or the new Santa Fe. A little disppointed by the 7 speed dct. I guess that it will come with the 6 speed with the hybrid or phev.

[@CarSceneKorea]

What Tucson domestic(Korean) spec gets: 7spd dry DCT(Gasoline), 8spd Auto(Diesel), 6spd Auto(Hybrid). So there are different transmissions are technically available. It's been 8spd auto for the US market, so it will mostly be the same.

[@abhirammmm]

Did they add the heat pump for hybrids? Senseless tech where engine turns on to heat the cabin for heat in their PHEV models.

[@CarSceneKorea]

This is a 1.6T Gasoline model, not much of info on Hybrid yet 🥲 Korea never got PHEV, so no clue.

[@Creativess90]

Heat pump is for example in new kona ev. Not in tucson phev

[@tastyenglishwithhazem1035]

Very nice car and I loved it in white colour

[@shahinnajatifard8711]

Very helpful and informativ video Thanks

[@CarSceneKorea]

Glad it was helpful!

[@FordEnthusiast413]

I have a 2023 Tucson Limited and love it! The 2025 looks very nice. I see Hyundai made some very nice improvements. May I ask what trim level you were test driving? In the US the N-Line is the trim that has the dual clutch transmission. Every other trim level has the 8 speed.

[@CarSceneKorea]

I've heard about that, the NA market never got 7spd dry DCT. Hope it'd come out that way too. This is the loaded model.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Trim names are different from a country to another, so simply put, what you see with this car is every goodies you can get with Tucson.

[@Downhill_Phil]

WHY no LED rear turn signals? Step backwards... :(

[@hrvojeCro]

Thank you for your great review. Can you please tell me what are dimensions of facelift Tucson?

[@CarSceneKorea]

I can't tell you more about it other than what you can find on the web, since I've returned the car now 🥲 If you are having hard time finding, let me know what you're curious about. I will try pulling it up for you.

[@robertchavez2009]

Would you know if all the window glasses, other than the winshild, is "kind of tinted" in some way for the new facelifted Tucson?

[@CarSceneKorea]

I don't think so, but I cannot guarantee. Test cars I get often are tinted from a third party, not from the factory.

[@rjay7i8]

I don't know why I want a light bar at the front but I want one

[@elpatron762]

Is the middle arm rest actually at the optimal and comfortable position? It might be inconvenient because of the center console and the wireless charging deck, no?

[@CarSceneKorea]

Didn’t really notice any of the inconveniences 🙂

[@wahahah]

when would this be available usually? Summer? Fall?

[@CarSceneKorea]

It typically takes about six months to reach other parts of the globe🥲

[@mikefarina1791]

will the 2025 santa cruz get the same interior??? i really enjoy your reviews..thanks

[@CarSceneKorea]

Thanks for watching! Most likely, yeah.

[@amyaitken6710]

When will the 2025 car be sold in the United States?

[@SuperFitness12]

Looks amazing! Wow

[@GOINFINITI]

@carscenekorea So I drove the KIA Sportage with that 7 speed DCT - it felt fine to me so is it the same one as in this new TUscon in your experience? Can you tell any difference?

[@CarSceneKorea]

Can't recall how Sportage felt like tbh, it's been a while. However, comparing it to my daily Seltos as I've mentioned in the video, it's much better!

[@Gilotopia]

So the dry DCT is not good for city driving but is it better on the hybrid? I imagine the electric motor helps a lot with the city driving wear.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Hybrids get 6spd auto, 7spd dry DCT is only for gasoline and Korean(domestic) models. The US and other markets already have been getting automatics on Tucson.

[@Gilotopia]

@@CarSceneKorea in Europe they seem to be putting a DCT on the hybrid too

[@jeffrey3280]

Recently Hyundai just launched this new Tucson in US. I saw they introduced that the navigation from Apple carplay can be shown in the HUD. Is that true?

[@CarSceneKorea]

I didn't see it for myself, but I was told AA is available, and CarPlay will soon follow.

[@petrapeltauer8258]

Great video. How many airbags are there?

[@CarSceneKorea]

8 airbags total now :)

[@petrapeltauer8258]

@@CarSceneKorea Thank you, this is important for me. Now it's even with rav4 🙂 Do you know by any chance if there will be new crash test (NCAP or similar) for this new facelift model?

[@CarSceneKorea]

@@petrapeltauer8258 I don't think there's one given it's far from being out in the NA market just yet.

[@muzafferaltas3058]

Hello... I hope they will integrate the small volume engine and the latest technology hybrid system into their product range.

[@CarSceneKorea]

Tucson hybrid available!

[@sflscott11]

The rear turn signals alone makes this a NO SALE!

[@rmc6935]

Kia Sportage has the advanced headlamp system. I use it all the time.

[@CarSceneKorea]

It's different from the auto-highbeam that would just turn on and off. IFS lights up more delicately, if you will.

[@rmc6935]

@@CarSceneKorea No I’m sure I’m right just driven the car and I can see the segments of lights going off and on as car approaching.

[@CarSceneKorea]

I can't find anything about Sportage IFS, EV6 is closest one I can find. If there's a link to video or article, I'd really appreciate it and expand my knowledge based on that!

[@erikkz]

I prefer the 6 speed auto on my 2021 Tucson PHEV over the 7 speed DCT on my buddies MHEV. Why are they still hanging on to that grater of a gearbox?

[@adamammar7102]

What’s the engine spec? All you kept talkin about was the dry 7 speed dct, with options will we get for hybrid, wich option will be get the non hybrid??

[@CarSceneKorea]

2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift, Hybrid & N-Line Prices are direct conversion from Korean Won price to US Dollars using the exchange rate of 1,320 won to 1 USD: Gasoline 1.6 Turbo model 27.71 million to 34.39 million won ($20,977 USD to $26,011 USD approximately) - 180 hp / 27.0 kgf.m - Combined fuel economy: 12.5 mpg (2WD, 17-inch wheels) Diesel 2.0 model 30.13 million to 36.81 million won ($22,833 USD to $27,841 USD approximately) - 184 hp / 42.5 kgf.m - Combined fuel economy: 14.3 km/L (2WD, 17-inch wheels) 1.6 Turbo Hybrid model 32.13 million and 38.58 million won (※ Prices after applying hybrid model tax benefits) ($24,375 USD to $29,227 USD approximately) - 180 hp / 27.0 kgf.m - Combined fuel economy: 16.2 km/L (2WD, 17-inch wheels) Exterior colors for 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift: - Pine Green Matte - Ultimate Red Metallic - Phantom Black Pearl - Creamy White Pearl - Shimmering Silver Metallic - Titanium Gray Metallic - Ocean Indigo Pearl - Amazon Gray Metallic - Titanium Gray Matte (N-Line exclusive) Interior colors for 2025 Hyundai Tucson Facelift: - Sage Green/Black/Gray - Black One-Tone - Black/Gray Two-Tone - Brown Pack - Black One-Tone/Red Stitch (N-Line exclusive)

[@CarSceneKorea]

In the description and I do have videos with hybrid model as well on the channel.

[@Nazatione]

Do you know when the face lifted Tucson releases in other countries? Specifically the middle east?

[@CarSceneKorea]

It usually takes about half a year to reach other parts of the globe 🥲

[@Creativess90]

Orders are gathering now. I am sure that configurators are going to be prepaed soon. Production will start mid of april

[@marinnn1234]

Is steering wheel bigger? In last tucson in have issues in seeing whole instrument screen though it, and now screen is bigger. Also did they remove design patern from turn signals that matched few places on exterior? I liked those and old steering wheel, old front and separate screens. Maybe I shoukd get preface lift before price increase

[@CarSceneKorea]

Put aside the design factor, it's just the latest Hyundai interior theme found on all cars.

[@botocandrei7708]

1st of all very nice materials regarding car reviews, but I have a question..do you know when this model will be available in europe? I could not find any info

[@CarSceneKorea]

It usually takes about half a year to reach other parts of the globe 🥲

[@grasho]

German website configurator already says you can't order pre-facelift and that the new one is expected. What I got from my local dealer (Bulgaria) is that price lists might be available at the end of January or in February. I'm not sure when the test vehicles will be available, though...

[@CarSceneKorea]

If you have questions about the car, the drive, lmk. I'm test driving it now!