Is the NEW 2022 Hyundai Tucson SEL a better SUV than a Toyota RAV4?

The redesigned Tucson is here and Hyundai is ready for the competition for the competition from Honda, Mazda, Kia and especially the top selling Toyota RAV4. Under the hood is a 2.5L inline-4 that produces 190HP & is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The SEL trim is the sweet sport for value in the Tucson lineup. On the outside this SUV sits on a new chassis, has all new bodywork and wheels. On the inside the SEL trim is equipped with an actual shifter rather then buttons, analog gauges and cloth interior. Is the NEW 2022 Hyundai Tucson SEL a better SUV than a Toyota RAV4?
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[@Tinrs80]

Glad your showing what people actually buy, the midlevel trim.. your the only one really. thank u as always. Tried of seeing only top trims.

[@klee6991]

hear hear!

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate you taking the time to say that! You are so very welcome!

[@RaitisRides]

@@klee6991 Thanks!

[@RiasatAbir]

no one will buy this with the crappy speedometer. most will add a convenience package.

[@Tinrs80]

@@Vontai21 thanx man. i didnt ask for a response tho. just made a comment

[@jaderivi]

Thanks Joe this what consumers exactly need, sweet spot level trim as you said, thank you showing us the trim most people actually can afford and go for, almost all other car reviewers just directly go for the most expensive trim, you're the best Joe, greetings from canada...

[@dennissvitak6453]

I picked up my 2022 Hyunday Tucson SEL AWD yesterday. It has 23 miles on it. This is an amazing, high tech, solidly built vehicle. That I got 2.24% financing for 60 months was even better. I suppose credit score of 882 helped!!!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful! Congrats Dennis!

[@KawasakiNinjaZX10R26]

This man could review a Cozy Coupe and I would still watch.

[@Hi_Im_Jay1020]

Congratulations on 500k members of the Raiti’s Rides family! Always love watching these video a bunch!

[@markchopping]

Many congratulations on reaching 500k subscribers!! Your videos are a real joy to watch and Lori does some amazing work with the camera. Your energy and enthusiasm shines as bright as the Florida sun! Stay safe, drive safe and keep doing what you do.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that Mark! Stay tuned for my ON THROTTLE GT350R vlog coming in 30 mins!

[@junhernandez5745]

Hey Joe, your video is both informative and entertaining. I love the phrases: exfoliate, magnifying glass, lint roll. It makes the car search very enjoyable with you. Keep it up bud!

[@fp5495]

"If you have eight inches, use all eight inches."

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@intaxi99]

Thank you Joe for always finding new cars with all trims from min to max.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@teentour1]

Just discovered your videos and watched the 2022 Tucson SEL and LTD. I'm taking delivery on an SEL tomorrow, And this was a great introduction to learning about my new car. Thank you very much I have subscribed and will review some more.

[@goofybaby440]

Just got mine thanks to your review!! Love it! Thank you!!!

[@barbarawright6844]

I just got this car a couple of weeks ago. Love it my first SUV, had 2012 Lexus ES350 and thought I would have a hard time with the adjustment but I had no problem. Going from 6 cylinder to 4, don’t really notice a big difference.

[@bigdawgb203]

Love the videos man! My favorite car reviewer! Keep up the great vids and hope you and Lori are good!🙏🏽🤙🏽

[@RaitisRides]

You are really awesome! Thanks for taking the time to say that!

[@robinleach5693]

thanks for reviewing one of the lower trims of the Tucson really appreciate it

[@alejandromaffio3]

I love it and I think that color is the best. You can see the shadows and lines of the bodywork very easily.

[@jasonschmidt9246]

My dad just bought one of these and I drove us all on a long road trip with it. Excellent vehicle, loved the lane keep assist, the cruise control that automatically slows down if a vehicle is in front and the side collision detection. The awd is great too in Minnesota snow! I'd highly recommend this to anyone. These new Hyundais are not what they used to be. I bought his old car, his 2016 sonata and I love that too. Go Hyundai! Great vehicles for the price.

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

Damn you work hard guys keeping me entertained during Canada covid lockdown 😀😀😀 Hyundai and Kia are knocking it out the park 👍👍👍 thanks for the videos much appreciated 👍👍👍

[@danbrown6529]

Congrats Joe and Lori on half a million subscribers!! I love your reviews and Lori’s camera work is the best!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Laurie for being so supportive! You are right Lori is the best!

[@kvn8r]

With all these lines and shapes, it's like a geometry book went bananas.

[@bruschmidt9943]

Great looking vehicle. Thank you for pointing out the low rear bumper mounted (incandescent) turn signals. I never understood this placement as being "better" & that's a Deal Breaker for me. Moving on...

[@TidyBananas]

Awesome review once again! We just got a limited and a SEL in stock at my dealership

[@simonprescott590]

Hyundai did an amazing job with this new Tucson design. I can’t wait to see what they have planned next

[@fmoe9125]

You are the man ..i was waiting for a review on this particular model..Thank you sir

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome! I am glad that I can bring it to you!

[@Rc51fans]

Love the channel, thanks for the awesome content!

[@jacobzanayed]

All of these new car reviews are very exciting to watch

[@kitamitchell9833]

I loveeeeee his reviews!!!! He keeps me laughing but has truly helped with me with making car choices

[@peterpark8486]

i subscried your channel when you had only 30,000. and wow look at those numbers sir. well done. hard work pays off added with skills

[@panacea407]

Lots of energy in your videos. Great job!

[@carfanactic2]

This Tucson is looking sharp! Congrats on 500K Joe! And as always shoutout to Lori with the camera skill

[@ronknight1385]

Thanks for the candid and sometimes funny evaluation of this mid level vehicle. Well done.

[@kwonstermonster68]

You're awesome! Love your car reviews and comments... thank you.

[@ethang2561]

Hey Joe thank You for the tuscon review.

[@flwolf2000]

I got this one a few days ago and love it! It drives beautifully light and with power. I had the 21 Tucson and there are quite some differences in driving quality and the number of safety features. The sound is also much better and there is enough space to be comfortable, even in the back.

[@CriminalJusticeExpert]

You know what took me a while to realize Joe?......THAT NOT ONLY ARE THERE TRIM LEVELS BUT EVEN DUE TO PACKAGES THE SAME TRIM COULD LOOK DIFFERENT!!!! GEEESSHHHH! How much more can they confuse us! You have to literally watch Raiti's Rides before you buy any vehicle just to get exactly what you want or you find out prefer! Thanks, for your work!

[@StephanieSharesJesus]

Thanks for showing us this trim level. It's a huge difference from the limited trim. I'm not sure how I feel about this one now. Maybe with added packages it'd be a better fit. I'm looking for a panoramic sunroof though.

[@derekintrovert5619]

Those roofs leak in time from flexing of the vehicle going over railroad crossing& speed bumps & potholes ! You having a big strong part of the structure cut out of a vehicle & one of my main concern is rollover with any glass top

[@luke-markanu5390]

Man your reviews are comedy love it! Earned a sub😂

[@tristanmoos9770]

Congrats on 500 K I’ve been watching since 80k

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying thatTristan and being on the journey with me!! Stay tuned for my ON THROTTLE GT350R vlog coming in 30 mins!

[@MrPyromonkey1220]

You gained a subscriber for showing what most people will actually buy.

[@mattmekhaeil]

I love all the body lines this car has and its very distinctive from the crowd. Out of the competition which are you going for joe?

[@FreeBandz100Ms]

Grind don’t stop 💪🏾

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that! You guys deserve the best!

[@ThisGuyRides]

Car reviewers need to stop complaining about hard plastics on non-lux models. All it does is drive up the price.

[@whachumean3958]

Just picked up my new 2022 Tucson AWD today! I’m so happy with it!

[@markkosa1]

Just bought this in SEL trim and compared to the Kia Sorento I traded in this is faster, smoother, quieter at highway speeds...also more nimble and more fun to drive.

[@stevegillispie1555]

I bought one .Hope it goes well. Good job on the reviews!

[@tomdrummy4984]

500k ! Congrats, you and Lori deserve it. That looks great in silver. Hyundai, Kia, genesis, are killing it. I agree about the seats 👎 looks like spider web. Maybe designer likes Spider-Man 🕷

[@metaljew4456]

500,000! 😳😘😘😘🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳500K Thank you for inviting me to the black tie event to celebrate! This Hyundai is gorgeous! I love it & it’s an SUV SEL. Hyundai/ KIA IS KILLING IT.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Well deserved 🥳

[@antoniopedrofonseca6367]

Congrats on your 500k subscribers milestone!

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it my boy Joe keep up the work and I love the video 💯funny 💯😄😆🤣good 👍

[@dennisg.3364]

Just bought an SEL convienience package Tuscan and love it. Thanks for the review man. I agree it needs about 250hp.

[@jakes5530]

I went from a 240 hp turbo in an acura rdx to my 185 hp santa fe and though I miss how fun the RDX was, I’m pleasantly surprised how adequate the santa fe is. 99% of the time I never feel like I’m lacking power for passing and merging. The ONLY scenario when I feel like I could use more is when I change into the fast lane and have to go from 65-85mph ASAP to keep up with the flow of traffic in that lane. The acura could do that in a couple seconds, the santa fe is more like 4-5 seconds - not a huge difference but it matters when there’s traffic approaching quick from behind

[@mark11967AD]

Joe the exfoliation monologue seriously a classic. I have to say I doubt I would be interested in this car anyway, but damn. Keepin it real.. funny.

[@DoubblEvil]

12:00 Just a note about the seats. The Higher level of the SEL Trim has leather seats which are much more comfortable and not at all "Sandpapery"

[@ofcbob6391]

Raiti is saying that THIS is the SEL on this review....? And it has the sandpaper seating.

[@JayzBeerz]

Got the SEL with convenience and performance package. Such a great vehicle.

[@karaygeoushearts]

Yesterday, I went to test drive the Tucson and ended up leasing it. It was the SEL with the Premium package, so it has ventilated seats, leather seats, the BOSE audio system, and a power lift gate. I wanted the Limited trim, but this has everything I need for much lower. The design is even better in person. I think I’m the first person in the US to lease the new Tucson though. Hyundai didn’t have the system setup for leasing, so they had to fix that before they sent it to my dealership. It took an extra three hours, but it was worth it.

[@davidzavala337]

How much is your lease if I may? My mom is in the market for a crossover and dealer seems to want us to do a lease like for 300, but mom is old school and likes to keep car like for 10 years.

[@ofcbob6391]

KaRay, did the Premium package option add a leather-wrapped steering wheel?

[@wilsondeleon9725]

Thanks for the video!

[@Corvette1658]

Awesome video man thank you my sister is getting a white 2022 Hyundai Tucson SEL with the convenience package on Wednesday night.

[@charmmorningstar7530]

I purchased my 2022 Hyundai Tucson SEL AWD last night. So far sooo good! 💙🚙

[@papaagidi2838]

Congrats Joe, you’ve hit half a million subscribers all because of the good funny twinkies reviews

[@thefray123]

And he also works harder than anyone in the auto space on KZbin!

[@Wild1995]

Yes, he deserves ALL of his subscribers. Love his honesty and zonks

[@KeithCopeland778]

A very comprehensive review of a very nice vehicle!

[@majesticclosets5576]

I purchased my 2022 Tucson SEL on Memorial Day. I have all the bells and whistles you could think of, including a power trunk. I absolutely love it. Lastly, my interior is slightly different than this model.

[@jakes5530]

Curious what rebates you got? Right now at least where I live, 2022 tucson inventory is very low, and the most I could find was $500 off plus a $400 off recent grad offer. My girlfriend is considering one, but $900 is a far cry from the $4000 I got off my brand new (at the time) 2019 santa fe.

[@JoshPlayzJG]

Wow, I recently looked into a palisade and its niceeee. ALSO CONGRATS ON 500K SUBS!!!! I AM SO HAPPY!

[@geeeee8268]

Except that Hyundai and Kia dealers starting to rival Harley dealers in markup. $3K over MSRP for a Hyundai? Hell no!

[@Mrfix-iz4di]

@@arrogen2831 no lol I would be, we purchased our new Honda passport for 7k under msrp

[@geeeee8268]

@@arrogen2831 Oh yeah, I totally would. But somehow neither do it. So shoudacouldawoulda my ass I guess.

[@maga6319]

@@geeeee8268 your bad credit is talking. I see why you won't do it, but for a Honda or toyota. You trolls are funny.

[@geeeee8268]

@@maga6319 My bad credit? LMAO.... you are special kind of idiot. But don't thank me, thank your crack smoking mama

[@snoopdog6426]

Great job. Love your style.

[@thefray123]

Salt only auntie Anne’s pretzel and a soda? I’m looking for more of a 2 cinnamon pretzels and a jumbo Dr Pepper for door pocket space! Next! LOL 😂 excellent review as always

[@timwinchester2366]

Damn!! That joint looks hard!!! 💯🔥🔥🔥👍🏾

[@billy6464]

Love the locking seats, fantastic design that will soon be the standard I bet.

[@travisp11]

As usual, you are killin it in this review and I am giving you the title of King of the Car Reviews! I cannot wait for your review of the Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup truck!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that Travis! I can't wait for the Santa Cruz as well!

[@namitsarode2788]

Congratulations for 500k subscribers 👏 👏

[@davidhughes9632]

The SEL Premium package is probably the best value in the whole Tuscon line. Feels like you're in a limited for around 33,000

[@ileref]

The fact there’s no turbo means lower maintenance costs down the road and hopefully better reliability, both good news for long term owners

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good point! It's just slooooooowwww.

[@LS1007]

The exterior looks better than the interior. The front seat pattern is kinda wacky. Thanks for sharing it Joe. Nice job! Lori as well!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@mssmith9227]

Love the honest review and the junk😁food stash jokes! I think it's funny everytime!

[@mindspinn311]

This trim looks better to me. I like the smaller wheel with more tire look, and in this color in this lighting the body lines and fenders stand out more.

[@Benscarreviews]

What’s up King! I’ve been too late to the comments the last couple days I apologize🤦hope you and Lori are good!

[@RaitisRides]

Hey brother! No big thing man! I know you are busy! We will always be here for you!

[@Benscarreviews]

@@RaitisRides you’re the man!

[@tbiela]

I have a really hard time with the back Hyundai logo and the turn signals in the back. However, the space inside is really impressive.

[@RaitisRides]

I can understand where you are coming from.

[@joelfry144]

Congrats on 500k!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that Joel! Stay tuned for my ON THROTTLE GT350R vlog coming in 30 mins!

[@jambro7983]

Congrats on 500k subs

[@maga6319]

Congrats on your 500k sub

[@ijakdo]

Raiti's hustling thru entire FL

[@gregoryfloriolli9031]

I think it’s worth going a little higher level trim if you can afford it. The one you reviewed last week had a much better interior.

[@RaitisRides]

Limited is really the way to go!

[@BoopSnoot]

I believe there is a SEL Premium which eliminates the cheesy gauges and gives you leather seats back. Save money with no pano sunroof, no button shifter, no 360 camera, and no front park sensors and 8" vs 10" infotainment.

[@benjaminpita1116]

I ended up getting the Limited. Same color as the other review, too. I saw it and I was in love. My original plan was to get another Mini Countryman, but unless you go well over 40K, the technology and safety features were stuck in the 90's. I sacrificed a little bit of power (actually close but the added weight makes the Tucson a bit slower) but I felt like I actually got a modern car. The button shifter is the only thing I'm not too fond of. I'll probably get used to it though. I live in Colorado so the Sunroof makes views a bit more beautiful... for my passengers lol!

[@night5091]

Its nice, they did a good job on it...no CVT crap, just give it another 30-40 hp. For those that don't want the Hybrid. I don't get it with these anemic power numbers in smaller crossovers. Congrats on the 500k.

[@johnmartin7158]

Hi ! Will be very interesting what Subaru SUV range bring to the table for the end of 2021 or beginning in 2022. Hope NZ can get the RAV4 Prime by then. Auckland. NZ

[@christianhelgesen4176]

Almost at 500k!

[@RaitisRides]

We are so close! Thanks for noticing!

[@avonvaz1958]

Joe u have 500k subs now! Cheers🍻🥳

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that! Stay tuned for my ON THROTTLE GT350R vlog coming in 30 mins!

[@sparlin88]

We just bought the AWD Model and Love it here in the Northwest ! Snow Mode is great

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats! That is so wonderful!

[@DELOS13]

Side body line it crazy!!!! Love it. Kinda looks like a beed beefed up Rav4

[@hadijohni23]

Thank you so much

[@dprofitt86]

Thanks, Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@LYG4F]

I don't get how people say that previous design is better, this looks fresh is bigger and better

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@marjoriechisholm-larouche6680]

I bought the AWD trim package in silver with leather and panoramic sunroof, love it. My only complaint is that there is no way to open the hatch from inside the car or on the key fob. An odd omission in my opinion. The floor in the cargo area is slightly angled which makes my cargo slide forward, so I will probably buy a cargo mat to address this. I live in Canada so our trim levels are slightly different and are built in Korea. This is my first Hyundai (previous car was a Ford Edge) and so far very impressed 👍.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownership experience!

[@howardsaffer607]

I had two Ford edges in titanium trims as well as an escape. (Company vehicle leases) I just bought the 2022Tucson in SEL with convenience package and so far it’s far quieter than the Edge. I drove the RAV4 and the noise level was unbearable.

[@jakes5530]

@@howardsaffer607 that’s one thing I noticed when I went from my ‘10 RDX to a ‘19 santa fe. The Hyundai is sooo much quieter inside despite the acura being a “luxury” vehicle. More comfortable suspension too. Hyundai has been killing it over the past few years

[@BG-ig6fd]

@@howardsaffer607 Thanks, noise level is one of the most important aspects for me, too.

[@chuckhpnwx]

I think this is the right engine for the SEL, but they should have given the Limited a version of the 2.5 turbo. That said, the hybrids bring the power to where it should be, so there is that route.

[@isaac198428]

I love this trim better than the limited. Especially the buttons on the infotainment unit. Very classy! Also at $27k, one of the best deals for a brand new midsize suv. I’ll buy it in 2 years when it’s a little cheaper. lol

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you Isaac!

[@Phone-sh7jg]

Good luck

[@mariowhyte2816]

Maaaaaaaan this Hyundai Tucson here is one sharp looking rig!!!! They used AAAAALLLLLL the angles on the exterior!!! 🤔🤔😂😂😂 No one will be mistaking this for anything else though so there's that. Thanks for bringing us this review here Joe and Lori!!! #RaitisRides #499kSubsAndCounting #LetsTalkAboutWhatsGoingOnHere #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #Hyundai #Tucson

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are liking this one.

[@Sedonalegendhelenfrye]

Great overview, as always. The exterior, wow, but as the details unfold on interior, not for us (and we are in market). Love, love your candid comments, you are too entertaining! That said, please be careful with too much sun, this coming from living in AZ for 27 years. By the way, doubt that your personal ride is filled with twinkies, and thanks Laurie (spell)!

[@Samsin9870]

Helpful review but I don't think you gave a definitive answer. Which one would you buy between Tucson 2022, RAV4 2021... And maybe even Rogue 2021 which you covered.

[@prakhar.29december]

10:51 “If you have 8 inches, use all 8 inches.” That’s what she said.

[@Rheisler1475]

hehe

[@BM2525.]

When he said this I came straight to the comments.

[@zachtalbott8109]

@@BM2525. I came too. ;)

[@freelibre9167]

500k! Congratulations!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that and being so supportive! We have a special ride along thank you vlog coming tonight!

[@freelibre9167]

@@RaitisRides this is just the begining of a lifetime channel!

[@joskjj3625]

Love the volume and tuning knob

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@johnmartin7158]

Agree as well.

[@tbiela]

Agree

[@jojoshoot2392]

Congrats on 500K!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that! Stay tuned for my ON THROTTLE GT350R vlog coming in 30 mins!

[@jojoshoot2392]

@@RaitisRides can’t wait to see it! Make sure to celebrate with some twinkies!

[@meeyaoon]

Hey Joe, did you get your hands on the Tucson plug in SEL?? I would like to see that reviewed.

[@thinkabout602]

Hyundai has another winner in their corner. Looks and tech that's hard to beat.👌

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@qtipp7306]

What about reliability 🤣. Hyundai sucks

[@thinkabout602]

@@qtipp7306 Your talking old history here. You can't beat the warranty and at least in my city the service.

[@jj_cars99]

@@qtipp7306 They are reliable but their engine _is_ vulnerable to engine fires

[@user-bd9lw9jp9t]

@@arrogen2831 yes hyundai is very reliable now....toyota rav4 is ugly fuck and they are not the same as before...

[@stewartstarling2309]

Let’s talk about what’s going on here!! Joe and Lori another excellent review!! 🦹🏽‍♂️🦸‍♀️