2014 Hyundai Tucson Review
2014 Hyundai Tucson Review





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Pros
- Eye-catching styling
- conveniently compact dimensions
- engaging handling
- good value.
Cons
- Modest backseat and cargo space
- firm ride
- leisurely acceleration with base engine.
What’s new
The base GL trim level and its manual transmission have been discontinued, leaving the GLS as the entry-level Hyundai Tucson. A new SE trim slots above the GLS, while the two available engines have been overhauled and now feature direct fuel injection. Also, the base 2.0-liter Tucson is newly offered with all-wheel drive. Other highlights for 2014 include streamlined exterior styling, standard LED running lights, a 4.3-inch touchscreen (SE and Limited) and a larger 7-inch touchscreen for the Limited's optional navigation system.
Edmunds says
The refreshed 2014 Hyundai Tucson serves up a satisfying blend of fashion, features and maneuverability, though its interior space is somewhat limited.
Vehicle overview
The term "compact crossover" often seems like a misnomer these days, but the 2014 Hyundai Tucson is bringing compact back. Measuring just 173.2 inches from nose to tail, the Tucson is about 7 inches shorter than Toyota's RAV4 and a whopping 14 inches shorter than Chevy's Equinox. Not surprisingly, the Tucson trails most rivals in passenger and cargo space, but it compensates with great maneuverability and a surprisingly high fun-to-drive factor. If you're looking for more of a hatchback-on-tiptoes than a true SUV, the Tucson could be a nice fit.
Notably, Hyundai has burnished the 2014 Tucson's credentials with some key enhancements, including tweaked styling and a revamped model lineup that bids adieu to last year's sparsely equipped GL trim level. The formerly midgrade GLS is now the base trim, which means that even the cheapest 2014 Tucson comes with a respectable roster of standard features. There's also a well-stocked SE trim level that bridges the gap between GLS and Limited, and the infotainment scene gets an update with a pair of new touchscreens: a humble 4.3-inch unit that's standard on SE and Limited and a 7-inch setup with updated software on the Limited's optional navigation system. Furthermore, both engines have been redone and now boast direct fuel injection technology, though oddly, their fuel economy and output numbers remain about the same.
The 2014 Hyundai Tucson does have its flaws, even putting aside concerns about its size. The rear seat, for example, doesn't slide fore or aft, although it does gain a reclining function this year. Also, the base 2.0-liter engine lacks punch and the 2.4-liter is only adequate. The versatile 2014 Mazda CX-5 is a dynamic alternative, especially with its 2.5-liter engine, while the 2014 Ford Escape is similarly entertaining and offers more high-tech features.
If you're open to going even smaller, consider the chic 2014 Mini Countryman or the less chic but more affordable Nissan Juke. Finally, the Kia Sportage is mechanically related to the Tucson, and offers available turbocharged power for those interested in even sportier performance. Overall, the Tucson remains a solid option, particularly with all those improvements for 2014. If you're looking for a value-packed crossover SUV that's light on its feet and cake to park, Hyundai's still got one of the better solutions on the market.
Performance & mpg
The 2014 Hyundai Tucson offers two different engines, each paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
The GLS comes with a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder that produces 164 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 25 mpg combined (23 mpg city/29 mpg highway) with front-wheel drive and 23 mpg combined (21 mpg city/25 mpg highway) with all-wheel drive.
The SE and Limited step up to a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 182 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy stands at 24 mpg combined (21 mpg city/28 mpg highway) with front-wheel drive and 22 mpg combined (20 mpg city/25 mpg highway) with all-wheel drive.
In Edmunds testing, it took 8.4 seconds for a Tucson Limited 2WD to run from 0-60 mph; better than average for a base model compact SUV with a base engine, but rather slow for one with a supposedly up-level engine. On the other hand, we were able to surpass the EPA's combined fuel economy estimate with our own 27 mpg on our 116-mile evaluation test loop.
Safety
Standard safety features on the 2014 Hyundai Tucson include antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, active front head restraints, front side airbags, side curtain airbags, a hill-holder feature and hill descent control. A rearview camera is standard on both SE and Limited trim levels. The Blue Link telematics suite, standard on Limited, includes emergency safety assistance, stolen vehicle tracking, geo-fencing (allowing parents to set limits for teen drivers) and other smartphone-based features via the Blue Link mobile app.
In Edmunds brake testing, the Tucson came to a stop from 60 mph in 124 feet, an average distance for this segment.
In government crash testing, the Tucson received four out of five stars for overall crash protection, with four stars for overall frontal impact protection and five stars for overall side impact protection. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Tucson its top rating of "Good" in the moderate-overlap frontal-offset, side-impact and roof strength tests. Its seat/head restraint design was also rated "Good" for whiplash protection in rear impacts. In the IIHS's small-overlap frontal-offset test, however, the Tucson earned the lowest "Poor" rating.
Driving
Many shoppers will find that the 2014 Hyundai Tucson GLS's 2.0-liter engine fails to inspire when they give it the spurs, and its fuel economy isn't that great, either. Price range permitting, we recommend stepping up to the SE or Limited, as those trims get the stronger 2.4-liter engine and return nearly the same fuel economy. Both engines sound a bit coarse at high rpm, unfortunately, and they need to rev high when you're driving in the mountains or in any other situation that requires maximum acceleration. Power-hungry types should consider the Tucson's turbocharged cousin, the Kia Sportage SX.
The Tucson's diminutive dimensions pay dynamic dividends on the road. Whereas some larger rivals feel unwieldy in tight urban spaces, the Tucson navigates the concrete jungle as nimbly as a compact hatchback, and it keeps its cool around sharp turns, too. In general, the Tucson drives more like a European crossover than one designed for the United States. One downside, though, is the Tucson's firm ride, which adds to the sporty feel but may be too stiff-legged for some.
Interior
The 2014 Hyundai Tucson has an unusually stylish cabin, highlighted by a sleek dashboard that complements the exterior's striking lines. In spite of the emphasis on style, the controls are generally clearly labeled and simple to use, with extra credit due this year for the Limited's much-improved optional touchscreen interface. The default 4.3-inch touchscreen on the SE and Limited is less impressive, but still a nice bit of standard technology at this modest price point.
Up front, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel is finally standard, so tall drivers should be able to get a comfortable grip in every Tucson. The rear seat, however, is a bit smaller than the norm, and although it now features reclining 60/40-split seatbacks, the bench still doesn't slide fore and aft, which would be handy in the compact Tucson for freeing up extra passenger or cargo space.
To be fair, the 25.7 cubic feet of cargo room behind the Tucson's rear seatbacks is a useful amount; ditto the 55.8 cubic feet with those seatbacks folded down. But compared to segment rivals like the Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester (or even its Hyundai sibling, the Santa Fe Sport), the Tucson's hauling abilities fall short. The Countryman, though, maxes out at just over 40 cubic feet, so it could be worse.
2014 Hyundai Tucson models
The 2014 Hyundai Tucson is a five-passenger compact crossover SUV that's offered in three trim levels: GLS, SE and Limited.
The GLS starts with the 2.0-liter engine, 17-inch alloy wheels, privacy glass, LED running lights, a rear spoiler, cloth upholstery, air-conditioning, full power accessories, a trip computer, a height-adjustable driver seat, 60/40-split-folding rear seatbacks with recline, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with auxiliary controls and a six-speaker CD sound system with iPod/USB connectivity and satellite radio.
The SE gets the bigger engine, automatic headlights, foglights, heated side mirrors, sport body cladding, roof rails, a 4.3-inch central touchscreen display, a rearview camera, a six-way power driver seat (with two-way power lumbar), heated front seats, cloth/premium vinyl (leatherette) upholstery and rear climate vents.
The Limited turns on the charm with 18-inch wheels, chrome exterior trim, keyless ignition/entry, leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, Hyundai's BlueLink telematics, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a retractable rear cargo cover.
The Limited is eligible for the Technology package that adds LED taillights, a panoramic sunroof, an upgraded seven-speaker sound system, a 7-inch touchscreen, HD radio and a navigation system.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson.
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Most helpful consumer reviews
5 out of 5 stars
Traveling in a Tucson
melanie, 02/05/2014
2014 Hyundai Tucson GLS 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
I purchased this car last November. I researched a lot of SUV's before deciding on this one. I am also a previous Hyundai owner.
This SUV rides very smooth and is comfortable for long road trips. The interior looks sharp as well as the outside. The two things that it is missing is a latch for the trunk on the inside (it's opened only from the outside) and there are not any lights in the … mirrors in the sun visors. I find that to be odd. Every vehicle should have it. The gas is not as good as they report it to be. I have never reached the 29 mpg. The best highway miles I have received was 25.8. The best city miles I have received is 24.6.
Overall, it still has better gas mileage than most..... Now 2 yrs later. The quality of the material on the seats are terrible. By looking at my seats, you would think I have small children. They are stained up terribly as if something spilled on all the seats. For the record, I haven't had many people in the back seat. I hope before I trade it in, they come clean. The material is very poor in quality.
4.75 out of 5 stars
skeptical customer..
ozone88, 05/03/2013
2013 Hyundai Tucson Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
As the professional reviews stated, the limited version engine may not be as smooth a ride.. or sound as
quiet as its competition. Yet, I'm in love with my car. U can't best this price.. and they hold their value.. the look is stunning, the options are fabulous. People tell me it looks like I'm driving a Lexus.. and I definitely feel like I am! (minus the road noise, I blame it on the 18 … inch tires) I have a 2001 Hyundai sonata with almost 200000 miles, I wanted to try something different and the last brand I looked at was a Hyundai, and look what I ended up with! Almost bought a subaru.. so glad I didnt!
I Will update in 3 years!
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Entry Level Crossover Type SUV
Shane, 03/29/2016
2013 Hyundai Tucson GLS PZEV 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
For the 2013 Model Year this vehicle offered an impressive package of goodies. All of which made the purchase of this vehicle very simple when it came to comparing to the other vehicles being offered in competition in its class, (IE: Honda CRV, Toyota RAV-4, Nissan Rogue, Mazda CX Series, Ford Escape, and a few others). For the sticker price of what came included this vehicle was … nearly loaded with all of the features you could really hope would be included. So Huyndai did it again when it came to bang for the buck and backed by their warranty.
Lets do start with some adjustments I made to my vehicle upon purchase. The first being the stock headlights. They are good, but could be better. I equipped mine with the Sylvania Silver Star Ultras, it made a 80% difference in the night driving experience; better forward vision and better side of road vision with the light spread.
The vehicle is equipped with the Active Eco system which controls how the transmission shifts and the A/C System functions. Over the time I have owned this vehicle this system is best used on long road trips where you will indeed see the benefit. Having this system turned on while you are driving in town is more of an irritation than a benefit as the computer in the car is placed in "economy" mode for nearly all of your driving needs. The in-town benefit is minimal, and the fuel savings is negligible at best, and the shift points are skewed to make the engine rather gutless.
The acceleration on the vehicle is smooth and fairly quick. By no means will it push you into your seat, but it does indeed get out of its tracks in a hurry. The steering is solid and the response is fairly nimble, and is by far more responsive than the Honda counterpart.
The over-all feeling of this vehicle is very good.
5 out of 5 stars
Bought a Walking Dead but took off all the Badging
DF, 10/13/2018
2014 Hyundai Tucson Walking Dead Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
I love this car. I bought the Walking Dead version as the dealer had it on their lot and of course, only the owner can take off badging... so I bought it for far less than the normal price. They never would have sold it with the badging in my market area. I get great gas mileage out of this car. I have exceeded their estimates many times, particularly when I am doing highway driving on a … long trip. I can get well over 35 per gallon with consistent highway driving. Car is super comfortable. What I don't understand is why they don't hold their value well. My car is in perfect condition yet, the value seems to be considerably less than I would have thought.
I am now updating this review in 2020 and I will highly recommend this vehicle. To this day, the car is still looking and acting like brand new. I look forward to keeping this car for many years to come.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2014 Hyundai Tucson, so we've included reviews for other years of the Tucson since its last redesign.
2014 Tucson Highlights
GLS
- Combined MPG
- 25 MPG
- Cost to Drive
- $157/month
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- front wheel drive
- Engine Type
- Gas
- Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
4 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover18%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Side Impact TestGood
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
- IIHS Small Overlap Front TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front TestGood
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Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson Overview
The Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson is offered in the following submodels: Tucson SUV. Available styles include SE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A), GLS 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A), GLS 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A), SE PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A), Limited 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A), SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A), Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A), Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A), and Walking Dead Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A). Pre-owned Hyundai Tucson models are available with a 2.4 L-liter gas engine or a 2.0 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 182 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.
What's a good price on a Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson?
Price comparisons for Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson trim styles:
- The Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson SE is priced between $8,988 and$14,998 with odometer readings between 91919 and166672 miles.
- The Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson SE PZEV is priced between $9,995 and$19,998 with odometer readings between 43446 and120238 miles.
- The Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson GLS is priced between $10,995 and$15,990 with odometer readings between 22418 and102397 miles.
- The Used 2014 Hyundai Tucson Limited is priced between $16,990 and$17,590 with odometer readings between 54985 and66159 miles.
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