Impressive Fuel Economy + Real AWD | 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

Although the MPGs fall a little behind the Toyota RAV4 hybrid, anyone interested in AWD performance should give the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid a good long look…

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[milo]

God I really admire how seriously you take your job. Effortless technical details that are so important but no other car reviewers mention. Thank you.

[tradersato]

One can’t get a better reviewer than you.. with every video we watch, we once again are amazed by your excellence.

[suserman]

I tested many vehicles in this class and the Tucson Hybrid was and is my choice. I did a complete cost to own analysis and this car was both faster and more affordable than the others. The only problem is FINDING one.

[Kevzaz]

I bought this vehicle a few months ago. SEL convenience package. I love it. It feels great on the road. The driver assistance systems are amazing on the highway. Would recommend.

[BERNIEO]

Thank you for telling us about the car and how it feels to drive not just playing with the infotainment screen.

[warrenpeece]

I love my new hybrid - AMG GLE 53 coupe. 15 out of 450 hp are hybrid power! My greenish ecoid kids will be so proud...

[baldisaerodynamic]

I have one of these, but the blue version. drive it right and you will get 40-42 mpg. 3500 miles on mine at 38.7mpg. its a great little SUV. PS, the blue version DOES have radar cruise, and pedestrian detection. (trust me, ive already seen the pedestrian system work). Its plenty quick, sport mode is a beast, extremely confident in the rain. The standard audio system is very adequate. Interior noise is pretty decent, however the trunk area seems noisy and can use some dynamats. I am very impressed with it especially coming from european cars for the last decade. going uphill in it is confident, and not straining. passing on the freeway is instant and swift.

[remiguertin]

Both the Santa Fe Hybrid and the Tucson Hybrid got 84 % rating from Consumer Reports so they are both a great buy!

[mahaloaloha]

I drove both Santa Fe Hybrid and Tucson Hybrid, and both fascinated me with its driving dynamic and fuel efficiency.
I eventually picked the bigger one (Santa Fe) for its interior size. It gives me around 39-46mpg for 32miles one way commute.
Santa Fe Hybrid gives me the most satisfaction among all the cars I have owned so far.

[HaNguyen-cvqc]

Alex, can you make a comparison video: Tucson Hybrid vs Santa Fe Hybrid?

[wackit]

You, Sir, are absolutely the King of reviewers. The knowledge you have of vehicles is outstanding!

[Briguy]

The rear turn signals have been universally panned for being too low, but you're the first one to point out why they designed them like that. Kudos!

[caedom]

I've always enjoyed seeing what song Alex has picked on the infotainment :). It's that subtle humor and intelligence that you only get once you really get into his content - pretty much his forte, not the Kia

[Drogos]

This brand is so interesting right now and tuscon and santafe are so close...I would love to see in depth drivability and comfort comparison of PHEVs when they come out.

[bryankellyM]

I just bought a 2022 Santa Fe Limited PHEV and love it. This vehicle is really amazing for overall features, value and performance in the category. If anyone has the Rav4 Prime at the top of their list, I'd suggest trying the Santa Fe PHEV out first before purchasing. The Santa Fe won't have the 0-60 times or EV range of the Rav4 but the SE is a larger vehicle with many more premium options than the Rav4 which I think most owners will really appreciate.

[bobalouie]

Just stumbled on this channel and so glad I did. Videos are so well done, so thorough and so expertly delivered! Great Video!

[TheMinot]

There’s a whole lot in here I have a minimum understanding about, but I’ve had my 22 Tuscan hybrid for almost a year and it’s pretty damn great. I hate that I had to buy it ( totaled my vehicle and I’m a couple years from retirement: last new car purchase.) at current jacked up prices, but I was glad I had it when gas prices jacked up. I get about 30mpgs for my jack rabbit going to work driving, and 37 firm for highway. I can camp in it :).

[thientgg]

Thanks for a detailed, thorough and logical review.

[jpnorth]

I shopped both the Tucson Hybrid and Santa Fe Hybrid Blue. They’re both nice vehicles. The Santa Fe Blue averages 34 mpg but higher trims average 32 compared to 37 mpg on the Tucson SEL and Limited. The Tucson Hybrid Blue gets 38 so it’s not a 1 mpg difference in any respects between the Tucson and Santa Fe. If you do mostly city driving you could justify it but it drops way off the Tucson on the highway—if you’re not a fan of the CRV hybrid highway mpg you’re not going to like the Santa Fe hybrid either. The Tucson has a bit more oomph and honestly I didn’t think the Santa Fe felt that much more roomy. Considering the Tucson beats the previous class leading CRV in interior room and cargo space it’s splitting hairs a bit because it has lots of room. In fact I thought the cargo space in the Tucson was equal to or better than the Santa Fe—certainly a lower lift height. I actually liked the seats less in the Santa Fe. The Tucson has a more sporty feel in terms of handling. The Santa Fe lumbers just a bit. I ended up with a Tucson SEL hybrid and like it a lot. I had planned to get the RAV4 hybrid for a few years and we’ve owned 3 CRVs and I bypassed both of those hybrid vehicles for this because I was so impressed with the powertrain, mpg, AWD system for winter and the overall features and quality in comparison. CRV hybrid just feels like it’s lost it’s edge and my son is tall and was bumping his head in the back seat—no go. I agree that the ride is slightly compromised (compared to the Blue trim with the 17 inch wheels) though it’s varied. It can actually feel incredibly smooth because of the long wheelbase but the 19 inch tires add both handling and a more sensitive feel at times. Personally I would have preferred the 17 inch wheels but my kids didn’t like the floaty feel of those in the back seat! The Tucson SEL has the 8 inch screen which is very nice and comes with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto and some physical buttons for volume, climate control, tuning etc. All you need for 90% of what you do and the touch sensitive buttons are easy to use anyway. Comparing the Tucson SEL and the Santa Fe Blue I actually think the Tucson has a more updated feel and some better features, though there are a few tradeoffs both ways.

[eriknephrongfr]

You’re the best, Alex. I wouldn’t buy a car without first consulting your review.