New Hyundai Tucson could be the best Compact SUV of 2022 Full Review & Road Test

The New 2022 Hyundai Tucson combines masses of kerb appeal with the family-friendly practicality we currently demand from an SUV.
Hyundai Tucson's come with hybrid power, which means it'll be cheap to run, even if it's not as cheap to buy as it used to be. But then that's no surprise considering the Tucson's move upmarket. The Hyundai Tucson now takes on some proper posh rivals such as the Audi Q3, Skoda Karoq, Seat Ateca the Volvo XC40 as well as VW's mighty Tiguan, but the Tucson gets a lot of standard kit for your cash.
While the Hyundai Tucson's exterior could be a 'like it or hate it' moment, its interior is a little more conventional. But it still has the power to surprise existing Tucson owners, with its plush finishes and high-tech infotainment system. Fortunately, all this added style doesn't come at the cost of practicality.
The entry level car is the SE Connect, which has pretty much everything you could possibly want. There's a 10.25-inch navigation system, an equally large digital instrument cluster and a reversing camera. The Premium trim adds bigger wheels, chrome exterior styling, ambient lighting and a premium sound system, while the sporty N Line models feature 19-inch alloys, part-leather seats and a premium sound system. The top-spec Ultimate is fully-loaded, with ventilated leather seats, a panoramic glass sunroof and a powered tailgate.
The Hyundai Tucson's engine line-up is based around one 1.6-litre petrol engine, which is available in a number of different power outputs and with varying degrees of hybrid assistance.
The entry-level model is a 150Bhp unit with a six-speed manual gearbox. This is also available with 48-volt mild-hybrid tech, giving it a small boost in economy and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox.
The Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage are two of the best family SUVs on the market. Both look stunning, have superb interiors, are extremely practical and both are available with hybrid power. However, the Kia Sportage has the very slight edge over the Tucson with its seven-year warranty, but we'd recommend test driving both cars to see what suits you.
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[@pierrebrowne5663]

I really enjoy this guy’s car reviews. He’s very thorough and talks real sense to those of us who aren’t overly technically minded. Good work. 👏

[@alexandermccausland1106]

Great review. I would say a normal persons review. I have listen to several motoring journalist reviews, so boring and nit picking. Like your straight forward review, covering features and drive, of modernist car, what will suit all ages. My wife and I have just traded in our 2.5 year old Audi Q5 , as we were so impressed with the Tuscon on test drive. We purchased Tuscon N Line S 230 Hybrid version just yesterday. Thanks Alexander.

[@maxjames5063]

This is the best review of the tuscon that I have seen, a full depth review for once, my mind is made up Ultimate trim or n line. Thanks for the great video.

[@mervynhardy6161]

By far the best Hyundai Tucson review in my opinion. Well done presenter.

[@shivaramjagasar562]

Found this video from KZbin shorts and with no regret. This video touched on some stuff that a lot of other reviewers did not. The bonnet is really a little on the heavier side. Altogether, though, Hyundai is notch with features.

[@zouhirmouats]

I like the way you deliver information

[@caskraker]

Nice review, but this is a strange config for a Tucson. Never saw a new Tucson without handles for flipping the seats in the back. An N line on a MHEV seems odd too. If you want a sporty feel, get the HEV. Gives you a completely redone cluster around the gear shifts. I have never seen buttons for heated seats etc so far back. With the HEV they are in front of the gear shift buttons. Btw, if you take out the little piece of plastic in the back corner of the boot you CAN store that hood underneath. And you forgot about the reclining back seats. And the handy blind spot monitor, if that is included on the model you tested.

[@samlj7025]

Nice vid 👍

[@susanhillier5635]

First time I’ve come across you, superb review, just subscribed, again fantastic presentation….

[@AJThePlayerYouTubeChannel]

Thanks so much for your comment

[@imaddly9161]

Thank you. Excellent car.

[@narkslufc7677]

Just ordered this model in shade gray thanks for the info 👍

[@Georgeolddrones]

Brilliant video thanks

[@AJThePlayerYouTubeChannel]

Thanks for the comment

[@JoeldelaCruz]

I so enjoyed your video, AJ. Top notch! I recently received Hyundai Tucson "Highlander" variant, named here in Australia and my family and I love it. Can't wait to drive it to the Gold Coast and around Victoria Your fan from Sydney, Australia!

[@johnflynn6692]

Well presented review

[@paulsanders9584]

Pick up my Hybrid N-Line s in shimmer silver this friday. I cant wait 😊

[@user-xy5nr5kz6k]

Dear AJ Just seen your Demo on the Tucson N line I have got one, 21 plate mild hybrid, I have seen alot of videos about this car & all the Presenters talk crap except you. Watching your Demo I learned a few things, have you tried reading the Handbook? all its good for is the bin, For value for money its good, I'm retired I have had then all BMW, Jags Audi etc this car beats them all. Thank You AJ Dan MacSweeney

[@mannyemmi885]

Your breakdown is classy and perfect, I have placed an order for the plug in hybrid phantom black with milk tea color leather. The plug in comes with full option . I have subscribed to your channel. Hope to see a video for the plug-in hybrid electric. Thanks for sharing.

[@alexvanderkleij7776]

I agree the problem with the lever for the backseats.... but my Tucson 2023 has two handles to lower the backseats. No walking around 🙂

[@erikkz]

My 2021 even has it...

[@jefroybrown6183]

Order all most the same. 48V MHEV 1.6 TGDi 180 7DCT N-Line S tech pack Auto AWD dark night metallic since July 2021 still waiting, over one year last delivery update December which will make it 1 year and 6 months. I hoping I get for Christmas. Love your review👍

[@wupangpang3802]

In the Hybrid the parcel blind does have a space under the floor.

[@reginaldamoah8608]

My one has seat release levers in the back so you can get on ultimate trim.

[@aerozg]

Picking up my N-Line shadow grey in 2 months. Can't wait.

[@garyvickers6920]

Getting the same next Saturday 😍😍😍 can not wait 😎

[@KetoZdrowie]

Is the shadow grey in this video?

[@aerozg]

@@KetoZdrowieYes, that's the Shadow Grey color.

[@Coastmac2001]

Tucson are popular in Australia. We get a FWD Petrol 2l , a 1.6 T-Gdi & a 2.0 Diesel which accounts for the majority of Tucson Sales here. The Hyundai Blue Link Plus 2 is a great system. Fully connected to the Net & an absolute bonus in being able to find parking, fuel, restaurants, book n pay , OTA updates , Diagnostic & remote services , Web surfing etc

[@linissac991]

My 2022 Tucson NX4E Hybrid has space for the parcel blind underneath the boot. Really handy indeed. Mine also has levers at the side of the boot for flattening the back car seats as well. Surprise to learn these are not standard feature for Tucson.

[@pillred5974]

Sorry, I'm a little confused is the car you are driving the 230hp self-charging hybrid? the talk of full, mild, and plug-in hybrid was a little confusing, overall though a very well-put-together and comprehensive review.

[@aerofly2]

I agree the Tucson is a good looker from the outside, however I went for the Sportage GTLine-S HEV as the interior and tech is far superior. Still, both cars are a great buy!

[@rc7059]

Mice vdeo, although on my Hyundai Tucson 22 plate there are levers in the back to operate putting the seats down and there is a dedicated space under the floor to store the parcel shelf so I’m not sure why this doesn’t happen on your car but it certainly does on my hybrid

[@GreeboandGaspode]

I have the exact same model/version, it's one of the best vehicles i've owned. I was unfortunate though at 2 months old it was smashed into by a hit and run driver whilst it was parked up and took 3 months to get it repaired and back to me due to the global shortage of spares.

[@dedrab2190]

What is the color name? Amazon gray or portfolio?

[@rossmurrayfam1568]

It looks like a alien

[@Stephen0988]

Touch screen gloves?

[@manicamaro]

Wow

[@erikkz]

Wait what? I just bought a 2021 Tucson and it has the quick release handles in the boot to get the back seats out of the way...

[@GoslaVids]

The hybrid is £37 a month more than the mild hybrid, would that be worth it in terms of fuel saving?

[@mattmarlow4166]

More power and apparently more enjoyable to drive AND better mpgs. I would say yeah

[@ksmechano]

I like the kia sportage 2023 better than its sibling Hyundai Tucson

[@reginaldamoah8608]

I agree I think the interior of the new Sportage is better but I like the Tucson from the outside

[@jameshblack]

Trying to see the difference between trims the nline s and the premium ? Hyundai garage not very helpful

[@mattmarlow4166]

I found this too where I had to actually cancel an N line as it had so little included! I would only recommend a premium, N line S or ultimate.

[@paulsanders9584]

N line S only lacks the heated rear seats and the cooled front seats. Plus, the wing mirror cameras that show in the dash when you indicate. Premium is not worth the extra money.

[@mattmarlow4166]

@@paulsanders9584 you might be getting confused between premium and ultimate. Premium is 2nd lowest and gives best value for money (way cheaper then N line S) ultimate has the cooling seats etc

[@joshremon]

"I love a nob"😂😂😂

[@joshremon]

The N line is not the one to get

[@SonicX6400]

I really like this SUV but I'd like more options for interior colors. I think this is where the Tucson falls short. I'm trying to decide between this and a Lexus NX 350. The Lexus comes with a variety of interior colors, but it comes at a price. I'd love to save that extra money and drive away with a Tucson, but the interior is rather boring in comparison.

[@ruwn561]

Wrong way round.. the trims. According to Hyundai are. SE, n-line, n-line S, premium, ultimate.

[@Goldwolf68]

N Line S is definitely higher spec than the Premium.