2005 Hyundai Tucson Consumer Reviews

This is the best car ever.

Written by: Agnes on 08/19/2008

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson GL 4WD 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I got to tell you three episodes. First, there was snow storm in New York 2005 Winter. This car was the only one which could go up in the corner of long island expressway. I was so impressed. Second, I had car accident in which the other car hit my car as right angle. Of course, a lot damage, however, I drove the car to the auto shop and it came back without any problem. Third, I moved to VA by myself with this car. I rent trailer twice and I moved small stuffs with this one. I was so amazed with the capacity.

Favorite Features

The strength and the power !!!!

Suggested Improvements

nothing now

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Ruby

Written by: Carl Carlson on 04/26/2008

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson GL Fwd 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I love my car, though it looks like a rhinoceros. Lots of interior room, great Heat & A/C. Smooth, quiet ride. Inexpensive enough that I am not paranoid about keeping in shiny. Good automobile for a gal looking for a SUV.

Favorite Features

Heat-AC. Foldable rear view mirrors, fold down back seats. Interior cargo hauling capabilities. Front passenger seat folds flat.

Suggested Improvements

Cargo area is slippery when back seats are folded, scratch easily. Slippery dashboard.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Regret

Written by: Nan on 04/22/2008

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I enjoyed the look of this vehicle and warranty, very smooth ride. I only had the Tuscon for three weeks when it would die while driving it. Thank goodness for the warranty. I don't think I would purchase again. The Tuscon does not hold its value and not worth what I paid for it.

Favorite Features

Quiet, smooth ride.

Suggested Improvements

Gas Mileage very poor. Uses more gas than my previous vehicle, a truck.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Best Vehicle I've Owned

Written by: ScoSny on 03/16/2008

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson GLS 4WD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I'm in my mid 40s & I have owned many cars over the past 25 years. This Tucson is by far the best vehicle that I've ever had the pleasure to drive. I currently own a 2005 Toyota Matrix AWD, too. The Toyota is not in the same class as the Hyundai. I have no interest in driving the Toyota if the Hyundai Tucson is available. The problem is my entire family chooses the Tucson if they need to go anywhere. The car is very reliable, great in ice & snow, has very good visibility, plush & supportive seating, good power, smooth & comfortable ride, the sound system is second to none - What else can I say?

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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Great all round SUV

Written by: MP538 on 03/16/2008

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson LX 4WD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I like the Tucson. Have 33K on it and have not had a single mechanical problem. Stock tires gave out at 25K. Excellent in wet weather and snow- better than my GMC Yukon. Great for my wife since the 4x4 just kicks in when needed. Average 22mpg, best I ever got was 25mpg on a trip. Comfortable for short trips and long ones also. Took on a 1500 mile trip to Canada- did great. Would recommend.

Favorite Features

Comfort. Ease of driving. Feels like a car, but a SUV!

Suggested Improvements

Center arm rest should extend forward more.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Only if hell freezes over

Written by: wv driver on 03/11/2008

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson GLS 4WD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Only if hell freezes over will I ever buy another Hyundai. I purchased this vehicle new and the sales person knew that my work required a lot of travel. I bought it and like most people it was for the warranty, However I have learned buyer beware on that. the Maintenance schedule and cost are ridiculous, the mpg sucks. I have had to purchase two sets of tires because of wear, alignments were done each time. the ESP Light comes on and goes off whenever it likes, none of the Hyundai mechanics can seem to figure it out. the car has spent more time in the garage than on the road in my book. and hyundia usa customer service likes to pass the buck whenever possible.

Favorite Features

as of right now no favorite features

Suggested Improvements

scrap and rethink---reliability should be number 1.

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I'd recommend Hyundai

Written by: dwhawtho on 08/11/2007

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson GLS Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Very dependable and peppy - great interior features design. If the Santa Fe would have had better styling at the time, I would have enjoyed the extra cargo space. But, this has been a great vehicle to date!

Favorite Features

Plenty of power, and great interior features. When you close a door, the sound is that of a solid car (unlike most other similar competitor vehicles). Seats are comfortable, and nearly everywhere you turn inside the vehicle you think "These guys know how to make a vehicle".

Suggested Improvements

Since I'm 6'2", I'd have liked a few more inches of leg room, but it's OK as is. Only disappointment has been fuel mileage, though I did get the 6 cyl. engine. Best highway mileage I've gotten is around 23 mpg, and overall = around 20 mpg.

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would not buy another one

Written by: tony on 07/18/2007

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson GLS 4WD 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

poor milage, tires worn out at 20000 mi has been in the shop for over 2 weeks now needs a new transmission an absolute piece of garbage.

Favorite Features

you have got to be kidding me

Suggested Improvements

none... dont buy one

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Driving 2005 Tucson

Written by: Sam Joo on 07/16/2007

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson GL Fwd 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have been driving 2005 Tucson GL for 2 and a half years now, and it has been great experience! Just a regular oil changes and brake pads after 40,000, but I think it's becasue of hilly areas that we're in. We (my wife and I) drove it around quite a bit, to Chicago to Virginia, and it's really fun to drive both city and highway. It's still quiet, and has lots of room. I was so please with lots of space (both rear seats and a passenger side seat can be completely folded) when I moved after the purchase. Mine is a front wheel drive, but it was quite fun to drive on snowy roads, especially electric stability system was great when I drove the hilly drive ways.

Favorite Features

complete folding seats, handling, lots of airbacks, ABS, and electric stability control (must have if you're living in the NE!!), etc.

Suggested Improvements

none

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my first hyundai

Written by: Si on 07/07/2007

Vehicle

2005 Hyundai Tucson LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This was a great experience. It was a lot more than I expected. I remember the old Hyundai's and this is not that car

Favorite Features

Seat is high but car is small.

Suggested Improvements

A softer more custom seat that surrounds you so no more sliding, would be nice

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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