Tom, I love the funky intro music you've been using lately. As a bass guitar player, I appreciate that opening bassline. Great review as always for this Tucson. I'm a big fan of this updated redesign.
Alex on Autos reported a 0-60 time of 7.2 seconds. I admit that seems optimistic, but with a dual clutch and the light weight it sounded possible. Quite a difference from 8.5. By the way, Hyundai did a software update on this transmission to eliminate the low speed problems in early 2016.
CRV- reliability and cargo space Tucson - style, features for the price, warranty CX-5 - sporty handling and steering feel Escape -Well rounded but not a stand out in any category New Sportage - A Tucson with some guts in the engine bay and sharper handling.
The heated steering wheel might've come included on the Limited trim in 2017 with Ultimate Package but I know that it's now standard on the Limited trim for 2018
Hyundai and Kia really turned it around in '15/16'/17' . . . The Tucson and the Sorento are definitely on my radar now when I start looking for a four or five year old vehicle to replace my present drive.
Hyundai's that cost $35k.....F-150's that cost $60k...you have to wonder how long it will be before buying a new car will be like taking out a 30 year home mortgage. But maybe that's what the banks and car companies want =)
+Christopher .WalkenPNW We're going to be moving away from private car ownership. GM investing millions in lyft, the google koala autonomous car, Tesla and Uber, the list goes on. They'll just be wondering around and then you hail one when you need to go somewhere.
+Christopher .WalkenPNW 1. Inflation keeps marching despite the government telling you it isn't. 2. Features: You can get a version equipped like suvs were 10 years ago for $25,000. These are loaded with luxury car features now.
I always wonder about the moonroof, it looks nice. Does it have the potential to leak though? And would that sort of thing be covered by warranty.? That should really be optional.
Been subscribed for a long time and Absolutely love your reviews Tom but I have to finally speak up about the one huge negative to your videos- Enough nannying about the test driving already. If we're looking for a car we're adults, if we're adults we are responsible for what we do with our money. Your reviews are some of the best on the web but I would love to watch one to the end without feeling like my mom just gave me a lecture. Although I am getting pretty good at stopping the video as you say ,"Remember, if you're looking for a car..."
+youdollpete Thanks for the kind words but sorry, you'll have to endure my "mom mode", at least occasionally. As the years have passed by and more people recognize me and want to talk cars (let me take a moment to thank my lovely wife for her patience here) I find it astonishing how many buyers do little to no research. Seriously. None. At. All. They simply go back to the store where they bought their last (insert car brand here) and buy another. One guy actually admitted to me that he bought a car from a dealer on the phone without test driving it and has been trying to return it because it doesn't have the performance he wants. And nearly every review of it says it's glacially slow. I've received a number of emails from people who listened to my message and were surprised to find how things have changed. Please remember I'm not just catering to the enthusiasts, I'm also trying to include those who don't know much about cars too. I'm trying to get people to think holistically about their vehicles. Perhaps I care too much, but maybe that's the reason why people like my pieces so much. Thanks for writing!
I'm always a little mystified about why you hit the "test drive!!1" mantra so hard, Tom. It should be obvious... Is there a recent epidemic of people buying cars like Amazon products lately, without comparing in person?
+Drew Furney Yes. It is. And many are just blind loyalists of a single brand and only buy that brand for decades, without comparing its cars to the competition.
+Protector of the Republic I agree. While Tom expresses that fact that drivers should test drive cars often, I also like that he compares and mentions the competition so drivers know what to cross shop with. It's very important.
+Drew Furney I can't tell you the amount of people I meet that stop at the first test drive (or just buy another Camry/Accord/F150 etc without test driving at all) because they think the buying process is a hassle. Heck, my father-in-law did it. Just went out one day and bought a Camry. I firmly believe (if you haven't figured it out) that people really cheat themselves by doing that.
+Driven Car Reviews Fair enough. I guess I've always thought it an obvious step, rather like walking through a house before you buy it. Amazing what some are comfortable with. Great work on this, as always!
+Driven Car Reviews that should be an indication of just how repellent auto dealers are to consumers. We'd pay $30k for a car that we haven't even test-driven just to avoid their sleazy tactics. Tesla has it right; dealers absolutely ruin the car buying experience and serve no purpose when we can research cars online, thanks to you and others.
I owned a Hyundai genesis and the reliability was below average, the dealership experience was awful at many dealers and the resale, trade in value in the worst
+DoubleD 613 Sorry to hear. That said, I've had friends with awful dealership experiences with many makes and models, even premium brands. Sometimes, things just go south. Too bad considering how expensive these things are.
Tom always covers the important points...and I like the looks of the Tucson...more premium than it's competitors.
Love your videos, very professional and well put together. I'm surprised you don't have more of a subscriber base.
+Isaiah Lofton Me too.
10 years ago, I'd laugh at people who suggest to me to buy a Hyundai but this is a game changer. Love it in Australia.
One of the best car reviewers
Tom,
I love the funky intro music you've been using lately. As a bass guitar player, I appreciate that opening bassline. Great review as always for this Tucson. I'm a big fan of this updated redesign.
I do really enjoy every review of yours Tom. Brief yet informative and practical on everyday use.
Almost traded in my Sonata for one of these...so nice!
Alex on Autos reported a 0-60 time of 7.2 seconds. I admit that seems optimistic, but with a dual clutch and the light weight it sounded possible. Quite a difference from 8.5. By the way, Hyundai did a software update on this transmission to eliminate the low speed problems in early 2016.
CRV- reliability and cargo space
Tucson - style, features for the price, warranty
CX-5 - sporty handling and steering feel
Escape -Well rounded but not a stand out in any category
New Sportage - A Tucson with some guts in the engine bay and sharper handling.
The heated steering wheel might've come included on the Limited trim in 2017 with Ultimate Package but I know that it's now standard on the Limited trim for 2018
The steering heater button is on the left side .... the car has a very good steering direction.
Hyundai and Kia really turned it around in '15/16'/17' . . . The Tucson and the Sorento are definitely on my radar now when I start looking for a four or five year old vehicle to replace my present drive.
Hyundai's that cost $35k.....F-150's that cost $60k...you have to wonder how long it will be before buying a new car will be like taking out a 30 year home mortgage. But maybe that's what the banks and car companies want =)
+Christopher .WalkenPNW We're going to be moving away from private car ownership. GM investing millions in lyft, the google koala autonomous car, Tesla and Uber, the list goes on. They'll just be wondering around and then you hail one when you need to go somewhere.
+headcas620 dream on. as long as people commute to work, they'll require private ownership.
+Christopher .WalkenPNW 1. Inflation keeps marching despite the government telling you it isn't.
2. Features: You can get a version equipped like suvs were 10 years ago for $25,000. These are loaded with luxury car features now.
Funny the Tucson has a heated steering wheel here in Canada but not the US.
Tom awesome review as always but what happened to the intro music? Always loved hearing it before each review.
+Respawn I'm just mixing it up and trying something new. Personally, I like the old theme best but I lost the rights to the music library.
Driven Car Reviews Ahhh understood.
I always wonder about the moonroof, it looks nice. Does it have the potential to leak though? And would that sort of thing be covered by warranty.? That should really be optional.
Been subscribed for a long time and Absolutely love your reviews Tom but I have to finally speak up about the one huge negative to your videos- Enough nannying about the test driving already. If we're looking for a car we're adults, if we're adults we are responsible for what we do with our money.
Your reviews are some of the best on the web but I would love to watch one to the end without feeling like my mom just gave me a lecture. Although I am getting pretty good at stopping the video as you say ,"Remember, if you're looking for a car..."
+youdollpete Thanks for the kind words but sorry, you'll have to endure my "mom mode", at least occasionally.
As the years have passed by and more people recognize me and want to talk cars (let me take a moment to thank my lovely wife for her patience here) I find it astonishing how many buyers do little to no research. Seriously. None. At. All. They simply go back to the store where they bought their last (insert car brand here) and buy another. One guy actually admitted to me that he bought a car from a dealer on the phone without test driving it and has been trying to return it because it doesn't have the performance he wants. And nearly every review of it says it's glacially slow.
I've received a number of emails from people who listened to my message and were surprised to find how things have changed. Please remember I'm not just catering to the enthusiasts, I'm also trying to include those who don't know much about cars too. I'm trying to get people to think holistically about their vehicles. Perhaps I care too much, but maybe that's the reason why people like my pieces so much.
Thanks for writing!
Driven Car Reviews I guess I'll just have to stop each video a few seconds short. Keepem comin'.
The 7-speed double-clutch on a crossover? Only if you never leave the pavement. I think that even a CVT would be a better choice.
Congrats, Tom on your new "baby"!
I never would have thunk...
As a bimmer guy, I was secretly hoping i3.
Cool choice however. 👍🏻
+Mario Dalla Riva The ELR handles much better than the i3. Looks better too (though I kind of like the funky i3 lines).
Tom, you meant 3 generations instead of "decades" @0:32 right?
+yesin93 Nope. Hyundai has been in the US for three decades now. Yes, this is the third gen Tucson but that's a separate point.
+Driven Car Reviews My Bad. Sorry Tom 😅
Tom, Tucson, AZ could be noisy if you're near a college campus.
Needs a little work on the wheels still but the suv looks great besides that!.
Victor montano
The wheels are GORGEOUS. What's not to like?
Just a quick question, Tom. Why hasn't the nytimes been posting these ?
+Mark Leckband I really don't know. I thought they did on the NYT channel. The important thing is that the check clears.
I believe RAV4 surpassed the Escape to take the #2 spot for 2015
+Patrick Min You are correct, I am wrong. RAV4 edged out Escape. I'll find some way to fix that...
+Driven Car Reviews Put it in the appliance category, where it belongs.
nice review
I'm always a little mystified about why you hit the "test drive!!1" mantra so hard, Tom. It should be obvious... Is there a recent epidemic of people buying cars like Amazon products lately, without comparing in person?
+Drew Furney Yes. It is. And many are just blind loyalists of a single brand and only buy that brand for decades, without comparing its cars to the competition.
+Protector of the Republic I agree. While Tom expresses that fact that drivers should test drive cars often, I also like that he compares and mentions the competition so drivers know what to cross shop with. It's very important.
+Drew Furney I can't tell you the amount of people I meet that stop at the first test drive (or just buy another Camry/Accord/F150 etc without test driving at all) because they think the buying process is a hassle. Heck, my father-in-law did it. Just went out one day and bought a Camry. I firmly believe (if you haven't figured it out) that people really cheat themselves by doing that.
+Driven Car Reviews Fair enough. I guess I've always thought it an obvious step, rather like walking through a house before you buy it. Amazing what some are comfortable with.
Great work on this, as always!
+Driven Car Reviews that should be an indication of just how repellent auto dealers are to consumers. We'd pay $30k for a car that we haven't even test-driven just to avoid their sleazy tactics. Tesla has it right; dealers absolutely ruin the car buying experience and serve no purpose when we can research cars online, thanks to you and others.
Your house must be fully stocked with teepee. You do this test at every review. lol!
fold flat front passenger seat?
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I owned a Hyundai genesis and the reliability was below average, the dealership experience was awful at many dealers and the resale, trade in value in the worst
+DoubleD 613 Sorry to hear. That said, I've had friends with awful dealership experiences with many makes and models, even premium brands. Sometimes, things just go south. Too bad considering how expensive these things are.
+DoubleD 613 You should try a VW. Then you'll see what bad dealers are really like.
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I have this vehicle. My steering wheel is heated.
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Lovely car but I like automatic
There is nothing about this car that looks "limited"
first
I can barely stomach Japanese cars, Korean cars for me are out of the question.
Thank you?
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