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The neighbors envy.
Joel Solomon, 06/16/2018
2018 Hyundai Tucson SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
LOTS of cargo space. Surprising acceleration for non turbo. Car is a head turner in white.
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Rebecca, 07/10/2022
2018 Hyundai Tucson Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We bought the car with 45,000 miles 2 years ago. Last weekend we were driving on the highway and heard a noise that sounded like a fan blade rotating that seemed to get louder with acceleration. No indicator lights came on so we figured we would get it home and call the mechanic in the morning to have it looked at. As soon as we exited the highway and came to a stop the noise changed to a very loud banging noise. Still no indicator lights. Started to turn onto our road as we were only a few blocks away from home and we had almost no acceleration. Mechanic says it’s a knock in the lower end of the motor and the motor needs replaced. The dealership can’t even look at it for almost a month to decide if the warranty will cover it. They don’t do loaner cars anymore so “if” they approve the warranty claim, then another department can try to help us get a rental covered. We had no indications there was a problem until it was catastrophic and from many claims it seems like Hyundai is well aware of the problem but does everything they can to deny the warranty coverage they brag so much about. Run do not walk away from this terrible vehicle as fast as you can
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My first new car after 13 years! 2018 Tucson SEL+
Yolanda Rodriguez, 10/20/2018
2018 Hyundai Tucson SEL Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I am very happy with my purchase, a bit pricey considering I could have gotten a Subaru for the simple fact that it retains its resale value better but I think that the Tucson SEL Plus 2.0 looks more luxurious and feels more secure. It has tons of extras that are included in the price (standards) which make it easier when you are compare shopping. I drove out of the dealership with 9 miles on the odometer and am still getting used to the ride, the only fault I see is that I wished it had a little more force when accelerating to go into the highway for example, but that could just be me driving too slow. The fuel economy is better than I expected, it really did not change that much from my old 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer ES. It has a bigger tank and therefore I pay a little more at the pump, but it lasts me that much more so it evens out, almost, I get about 22-24 mpg City. Another feature I love is the ride, it is smooth and you don't feel the bumps on the road, the construction of the car feels solid. One thing I found a bit odd is that this model SUV does not have a CD player and only 2 USB port :( Other than that, I am satisfied with my purchase and I look forward to having this car for many years to come!
Stay Away from this Vehicle!
Ben, 08/11/2018
2018 Hyundai Tucson SEL Plus 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
28 of 39 people found this review helpful
This is the fourth (and last) Tucson I've leased from Hyundai, and it appears something has slipped. I picked another Tucson after my last one was in a wreck; this one has been an altogether different kind of wreck. The gas mileage estimates listed are not in the neighborhood as the car's actual gas mileage, which is significantly lower. On the one I have, the transmission can't seem to find gears, so when you try to accelerate, the car locks up for about a half a second before slingshotting forward. This is major problem; it occurs when starting from a stop, too, but at least then it's easier to recover the car. I've already had Hyundai look at the transmission and claim it is fine; if so, the Tucson's "fine" doesn't pass for "driveable" on most cars. I would advise anyone to stay away lest they get stuck with a clunker like I have.
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GEMSTONE RED TUCSON
Bob McKown, 10/22/2018
updated 05/03/2022
2018 Hyundai Tucson Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
I went to the dealer with the intention on buying a Hyundai Value, Ruby Red after reading all of the Edmunds reports this car had everything I wanted, almost. During the test drive right off the 1.6 engine turned me off, with the noise and hesitation. I drove a ruby red sport awd and didn't like like it all, walked away. I wet back the next day and requested the dealer to find a fwd ruby red 2.4 eng. sport. They found a gemstone red fwd which i purchased. I like the way it drives, the quietness, comfort of the seats, elect drivers seat. The main thing that I am very irritated with is the radio, it has the cheapest sound system that I have ever listened to in a vehicle, very cheap sounding, low power range on picking up close stations, very disappointed in the radio. The cover over the AC/HEAT/HEAT info panel is very dark tinted and unable to read under normal conditions. Somewhere a long the way I lost it and bought the sport instead of the Value which was what I went to buy and missed out on a much better car. I don't like the sound system at all, very sorry, useless. I have driven the car fo 1yr. 6000 mi. Eng. is powerful' runs well on the freeway at reasonable rpm, but around town I have noticed it to be a little noisy on start up. I plan to change out the radio soon. Two oil changes without adding oil in between. Hyundai has yet to come up with a paint touch kit for the car paint color. Overall I like driving the tucson sport. Highway mileage 32 city 24.Update, I have had the car just over 2yrs. I love to drive the car. For quick results I drive in Sport but, normally I use the ECO option with very little difference in gas mi. The ride on the free way is very good, 75-80 is normal with me. After having to slow down it quickly reaches normal speed. Still like it very much. I have had no problems at all. Can’t change out radio, probably fine for people without hearing loss. Love the little car the more I drive it. It’s quick and Advils, turns sharp. Fun to drive, not a single problem so far.
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