Hyundai Tucson hybrid 2025 review

[@MrToddness]

I got mine about 6 weeks ago. I've done nearly 2000 kms in Sydney and am averaging 4.9 litres/100kms or 1000+ kms per tank !!. I realise that it will depend on each individual driver and your location as to what your actual fuel efficiency will be but if you use the 'pulse and glide' strategy then your consumption will be excellent. It's very smooth to drive, the rear suspension is so good over bumps and the media is very good too, intuitive and fast. Unless you're rich think about whether you really need the AWD and the extra weight because that will affect fuel effciency too. I bought the Elite FWD in shimmering silver and i reckon it looks better than the N Line.

[@c.s2001]

Very clear video. Audio is excellent also. Also like the captions you put up in the corner to highlight major points.

[@joed545]

The space saver was enough to sway me into potentially getting this car. Well done Hyundai!

[@DominicJohnson83]

Just bought one! Can’t wait to check it out in a couple of days, hopefully.

[@kashishgoyal2399]

Thanks for the video Getting mine this week Very excited 🎉

[@therightcar]

Great! Hope you love it.

[@Doug-tu3tl]

Have ordered a new hybrid Tucson Premium. Your review has endorsed my decision to buy one. Looking forward to delivery. Very happy with it.

[@smyrnian_]

Congrats! What's the current waiting time for delivery?

[@fiftycalguru]

I also signed up for one. It was still on the boat when I signed the contract! I hope to take delivery I the next few days. I’m currently in a 2016 Hyundai and when I went for a test drive it was an unsettlingly huge improvement in driving experience. And I was driving a trim level with les options than I will get. I’m beside myself with anticipation to get to know my Tucson!

[@Doug-tu3tl]

Hoping to get mine in about 6 weeks

[@nobbsyify]

From you signing while it was on the boat to getting the keys, what was the wait time? I just signed this week and the cars on the boat too. ​@fiftycalguru

[@fiftycalguru]

About three weeks for me there was a manufacturing error the dealership had to fix. If not for that it would have been two weeks. The boat was already in port.

[@Rockinthehill]

For anyone considering the Hybrid awd. I have a 2022 and this IS a terrific driving and designed SUV and is loaded with great tech. You WONT be disappointed

[@AnupMartin]

Does your car have welcome lights?

[@seandb95]

Bought the top spec Highlander diesel awd brand new a few months ago. I’d waited til I’d heard the specs of the hybrid facelift model before making the decision. Although the hybrid makes an extra 35kw, it’s down 66nm on torque which I think is more usable in a medium suv. Also the hybrid gets the 6spd auto whereas the diesel got the better 8spd torque converter auto? Yeah the hybrids fuel economy is a bit better but where I am in Sydney diesel can be 20-30¢ cheaper per litre. I think if you can get a diesel Tucson runout deal that’d be the best buy, I got a demonstrator with 40km on it for $53k drive away with a runout deal and free on road costs. Only thing I’d prefer from the facelift model is the new infotainment screen but not worth the extra ~$12k.

[@mharro88]

Why do you keep copying and pasting the same comment on every video

[@angusmacdonald5300]

Great review. Your review of the new MINI Countryman was one factor in my decision to buy one. 4 months in and with it’s glitchy software, I’m having second thoughts and even test drove the new Tucson Hybrid last week…. I liked it. Of course, that doesn’t mean it will be immune from software and mechanical issues but I believe this is the 2nd gen of this hybrid? Amazing that the Australian version gets a longer wheelbase!

[@therightcar]

Thanks Angus. Sorry to hear you've had issues with the Mini! So much tech packaged in, I'm actually not surprised. But yes, there has been a hybrid like this in the Santa Fe before, but not in Tucson (in Australia, anyway). Thanks for commenting!

[@PaddyMosse]

Great video, I’ve been waiting for this. Test driving hybrid awd this weekend. Would have bought a Sealion, but the BYD dealership was a shitshow, and I had real doubts about aftercare. BYD need to sort that out to really make it here.

[@therightcar]

Yeah they haven’t had the best start in terms of showrooms and management of the flow of traffic. And also after sales. But they’re in cahoots with a big dealer group and they won’t stand for failure.

[@gregb1599]

I seriously doubt BYD will be sold in NZ much longer. Unfortunately, all EV, including Tesla and Phev, have tanked here. Most EV sellers have slashed prices by up to $30k! Only a single Ora Cat has sold this year! And now they are practically giving them away. I remember when we were looking at getting a BYD Dolphin that the dealer said BYD would never discount, well that was true until sales of BYD dropped below 10 nationwide per month. Now they have slashed prices. MG so far has not really dropped their prices, and it shows as just 3 MG4 sold in June!

[@8888movietime]

Any company calling itself 'Build Your Dreams' is a joke.

[@paulysewad1869]

Sealion 6 has this chugging issue I've just seen in the last few weeks. You avoided this problem, well done.

[@buckchoi81]

Test drove one today and was quite impressed. More refined and way better tech than the RAV4. I was also interested in the Honda CRV which isn’t mentioned in this review. Shame the Honda doesn’t have a hybrid option in lower trim models and it also has no spare tyre.

[@therightcar]

Precisely the reasons I didn’t include the CR-V for this specific test. But it is, generally, excellent.

[@barrythomas9571]

Prefer the Tuscon over the Sportage, felt the Sportage was dark in the cabin, with no other options here in the UK. But there you its all subjective.

[@therightcar]

Thanks

[@Shloeb]

What is your pick of these 17 variants? You usually recommend the best value for money variant in your videos. Not sure if I missed it.

[@Chasing-Red]

This is a nice interior. I’m not a big fan of the exterior, but would consider the 2025 Tucson. The only question is, how reliable are they compared to the RAV4, Corolla Cross or the Z-RV/CRV??

[@marcusgeorge1825]

So, a panel of ANCAP “experts” deem we need the bing bongs, which we no doubt pay for. Then, based upon everyone turning them off a manufacturer has come up with a simple way of turning off the very systems required to pass the new safety standards so manufacturers can still get 5 stars even if they technically don’t pass with the annoying “safety” systems disabled. Ken Bruce has gone completely mad! Nice review as always. 👍😎🇦🇺

[@gregb1599]

The Australian ANCAP does not require those so-called safety systems. It's part of the European safety rules. It's just Australia. Hyundai/Kia wants to annoy Australians!

[@marcusgeorge1825]

@@gregb1599 So you are one of many that say “I’m going to the ATM machine “. 🤣 As ANCAP stands for Australasian New Car Assessment Program. Without these new safety systems it will only achieve a score of 4 stars. It’s also fantastic that a car manufacturer also realises the stupidity of these to comply to OUR standards (not European) by providing a simple way to deactivate them each time you start the car…

[@gregb1599]

​@marcusgeorge1825 Well, you are wrong as the ANCAP does not require those systems "yet" its only required in Europe but I guess it's cheaper just to have them fitted as standard!

[@gregb1599]

​@@marcusgeorge1825If you bothered to research it, which of course morons do not! You would see many cars that achieve only a 4 star rating in Europe get retested and achieve a 5 star in Australia!

[@marcusgeorge1825]

@@gregb1599 We’re NOT talking about Europe! Your choice of word speaks for itself. At the moment we have the 23/24 ANCAP testing protocols. 25/26 are tougher again and it’s these that manufacturers are already implementing. They just need some time to fine tune the “bings and bongs”. Perhaps you need to stay away from the last one of the two.

[@Bman1878]

Nice one mate

[@angusmacdonald5300]

Believe it or not, US versions don’t get a spare wheel of any kind, just an empty space with a screw down hole for a spare but that’s it! I don’t think they even have grocery bag hooks. ( test drove the hybrid last week and didn’t see any)😊

[@therightcar]

That's silly!

[@ericgavi]

Question: The Hybrid battery has an 8 year warranty... what will be the cost of replacing the battery in future?

[@chucknorris8704]

Hybrid with a spare wheel. YES!!!!!

[@gregb1599]

The Toyota Rav4 hybrid has always had a spare wheel.

[@acde9355]

@@gregb1599 But this time, you no longer have to stick on a Toyota.

[@acde9355]

I really hope Hyundai can introduce the 1.5T Mild Hybrid version on both FWD and AWD configurations to replace the 2.0NA and the old 1.6T engine. The hybrid and upcoming PHEV versions may still be too expensive for some buyers, and budget-focus buyers deserve a fuel-efficient option from every brand, which results in introducing a mild hybrid engine as the best choice.

[@waithony]

Mild hybrid is useless and expensive to repair, its only purpose is to make the offical fuel consumption looks better to pass certain regulations

[@jace888au]

Will the new audible warnings mute shortcut come to other current generation Hyundai cars? OTA update perhaps?

[@rustyjackhammer]

So overall is the just superseded Diesel Tucson a better day to day proposition than the Hybrid?

[@therightcar]

I would prefer it, personally. I do distance a lot so it makes sense. If you only do stop start you might find it annoying as the DPF needs fast driving.

[@PilipinasKongMahal021]

@@therightcar so diesel for long drives / motorways? I am currently in the market also, but will use this mostly in urban driving .. but in our country PH, hybrid more expensive for 5k USD for almost same features

[@tonybennett638]

Bit hard going on what the system uses to start the ICE part ... looking on the net to me looking like a starter alternator that uses a belt driven setup.

[@voiceofreason314]

Which SUVs are cushier?

[@rajTrondhjem10]

Good work, good car..

[@peoplelikeus3684]

How does this compare performance-wise 0-100km with the Nissan X-trail Ti-L?

[@therightcar]

I haven’t driven them back to back but I’d strongly expect the Tucson to be a fair bit quicker.

[@mrbabayev]

Good job

[@gregb1599]

Looks like possibility they have dumped that annoying unnecessary (ANCAP Australia) driver monitoring system? Just left with the stupid speed system also not required by ANCAP Australia (so far)

[@themanontheedge2243]

Can you permanently turn off that annoying lane assist function or does it still reset every time you start the car?

[@therightcar]

It resets each time your turn the car back on. You have to hold the button on the steering wheel for a few seconds (same with the mute button to turn off the speed sign bing-bong tech).

[@kevins1995]

Great video. Which would you recommend between the Tucson hybrid vs BYD Sealion? (in particular, the driving experience).

[@therightcar]

If you prefer soft and sedate, the BYD. If you don’t mind a firmer ride and more sporty steering, the Tucson. Hope that helps!

[@kevins1995]

@@therightcarthanks! Test drove the BYD and really liked it but the boot space was a let down (which looks to be a strength of the Tucson). The boot is the only thing that’s making me rethink getting the BYD.

[@JohnPG881]

..and BYD Sealion does not have spare tyre 🙁

[@mharro88]

Byd drives like shit compared to this

[@chrisbenetti]

Boot is tiny in the BYD

[@stephenwakeman3074]

You say that you can feel it shifting gears in EV mode. I have the hybrid and I can guarantee that you can’t. When in EV mode, the ICE isn’t engaged so it’s not shifting through gears. I think you’re confusing with sport mode where both the ICE and motor are being used to maximise performance.

[@mindfreeze0838]

you left off one alternate the Haval H6 Hybrid,its in the same price bracket and has everything this has. On the range itself,that 2l engine thats in the base is a gas guzzler,as is the the turbo,people chose the diesel because it had the best fuel economy,now you have to buy a top of the range hybrid which is even more expensive making the time to recoup the expense of the hybrid even longer.

[@buncha5651]

Great review, Matt. It's strange how Hyundai have been beaten by their own offspring, Kia. If buying now, I'd pick the Kia Sportage SX plus turbo diesel with 8 speed conventional auto transmission. $52,000 drive away. 😊

[@seandb95]

Not even just its offspring but its own previous models. Got the top spec highlander diesel awd for $53k drive away a few months ago. More torque, better gearbox, diesel 30¢ cheaper a litre than petrol here in Sydney! Only thing I like about the facelift is the infotainment but that’s it.

[@mharro88]

@@seandb95 the FL drives way better , definitely worth the extra 12k. More refined.

[@CheatinJerry]

Diesel is being phased out completely in Europe. While we are a long way behind in Australia, that day will come here too. Despite being more efficient, they are worse for the environment.

[@seandb95]

@@mharro88 drove one on the weekend and disagree, lack of torque was noticeable. Definitely liked the new dashboard layout but no way is it worth the extra $12k.

[@danielgiarratano5904]

Thank you, awesome review, although my decision between the sealion 6 and tucson hybrid premium hasn't gotten any easier. 😢 great reviews awesome video your a legend Thank you 😊

[@Emptyheads.]

Go with sealion, Hyundai is asking 50k for i30.

[@boonhowemoh9807]

If buying with novated lease, it's a no-brainer as the Sealion6 PHEV will save you tons with FBT exemption

[@ETERNITY777]

😁😁 JUST BOUGHT ONE HYBRID MAKES SENSE NOT ELECTRIC 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@RichardoRodriguez]

Why do you guys never talk about the MSLA?

[@therightcar]

You guys? There’s only one of me. I don’t use speed limit assistance.

[@RichardoRodriguez]

I love your channel, and I thought it was the result of a great team. That's why I say "you guys". Keep your great work. I trust you 100%.

[@karypogi]

Reliability?

[@therightcar]

Let me get out my crystal ball 🔮

[@vitosilvestro9104]

The SOS button might need a cover. I can see a few accidental presses, especially if you got children in the car.

[@massimopaccagnella920]

Tucson crv. O rav4 ?

[@therightcar]

If I needed to buy one right now it would be CR-V. 😎

[@Emptyheads.]

We do need Chinese cars to bring down the hyper inflated prices of main stream brands. Those who are bitching about Chinese brads forget Korean cars were first released with 30% of quality and tech of Chinese cars. World is getting a recession soon and all the manufacturers will have to reduce prices so wait do you can. Matt did recommend checking out BYD Sealion and its is amazing.

[@melvokip]

17 Variants in total. FML

[@themartyns2819]

G'day Matt, love your reviews but please try to avoid saying "AS WELL" so often........11 times in your Tuscon review, but who's counting?

[@therightcar]

You need to stop paying attention to me. Oh. Wait. Um, I’ll try and ease up on the “as well”.

[@WilliamVandervleut]

Still prefer the sportage, the interior looks a bit cheap especially the design of the AC Controls.

[@mharro88]

They're both cheap

[@WilliamVandervleut]

@@mharro88over 60k is not cheap

[@mharro88]

@@WilliamVandervleut interiors are though for 60 that's my point

[@yslee1401]

No way Jose for BYD

[@fairgo4156]

It's just too expensive as hybrid. Also the reliability and longevity of the hybrid drivetrain is unknown compared to the proven Toyota system. I wish they offered the entry level petrol as a 2.5 or a turbo 1.6 with a 6 or 8 speed torque converter auto. As it stands the base drivetrain is terrible... absolutely not enough torque so the 2L revs its head off at the slightest provocation.

[@mharro88]

Hyundai hybrids have been around forever and very reliable

[@fairgo4156]

@@mharro88 Good to know, thank you

[@ColinWilliams-q3e]

A good review but a pity about the continued incorrect pronunciation of "kilometre". If you're not sure, it is the same as millimetre and centimetre.

[@CheatinJerry]

Maybe if you're a toffee nosed Brit. Most Aussies, of which Matt is one, put the emphasis on the 'om' in kilometre. I'm sure you know this and are just being a troll.

[@angusmacdonald5300]

What the heck is a BYD Sealion? Chinese?

[@therightcar]

Yes, made in China, plug-in hybrid with 90km of EV range and about 5L/100km after the battery runs out. Very impressive.

[@sodanomusic]

HeeYonDay😅

[@andrewlucan9017]

The whole point of a hybrid is to drastically reduce fuel consumption. So around 5.0 l/100 is still not good enough in my book. When they can come up with a hybrid that can do under 3.0l/100 I'll take a serious look at it In the meantime, it's a PHEV or EV for me thanks

[@urgonnaluvit]

ill have 1000k range you'll be parked recharging 3 times😂😂😂

[@internationalbusiness5877]

Sealion 6 - for sure!

[@marcusgeorge1825]

Where do you get it serviced? Plus, reddit doesn’t have any indication on resale so it will be poor. Like the look.

[@petercrawford3370]

I took the Sealion for a test drive yesterday. I really like the Tuscon range, but bang for buck, space and comfort the Sealion is a great choice. I've pretty much made my mind up. I also considered the Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sports and the Camry ZR as other choices.

[@Emptyheads.]

Sealion looks amazing and has a lot more. Chinese cars have come so close to German brands and only area Hyundai is doing better is price gouging.

[@marcusgeorge1825]

@@petercrawford3370 Where are the service dealerships? I’m in Melbourne so you’d be wanting several available. Rural options? 🤔 It’s these points that are holding me back. Also, what will it cost to service over 5 years? If you’ve made your mind up then I’m assuming you already know this.

[@petercrawford3370]

@@marcusgeorge1825 I'm in N Z, the BYD brand is marketed and supported by a large dealership with multiple locations

[@theoverlord1925]

The Korean cars got too expensive . They are not the “ bang per buck “ they used to be . For that money or a just a little more, I can get a SUV from a Japanese brand like Honda, Subaru, Toyota or Mazda . I’d rather do that .

[@therightcar]

Yeah fair enough. The Tucson is a lovely thing, though. Same with Sportage. Will be interesting to see what happens with increased China competition too

[@rafalszych]

The steering wheel is on the wrong side!!

[@Richard-sl8we]

It's Australia, it's correct.

[@rafalszych]

@@Richard-sl8we hihihi 😉

[@mharro88]

Infotainment looks way better the old one was a disgrace. Piano black everywhere. Deal breaker

[@samdovels1234]

I hate the design, especially from side view. As well as the wheels.

[@therightcar]

Really? What kind of car lights your fire?

[@BoyoKing]

Boo Hoo!

[@urgonnaluvit]

​@@therightcartrebant😂