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.
Very true. When I got mine it was extremely random decision. When I got to dealer there were 3. One was on hold the other 2 were available. 30 minutes after test drive one of those 2 were already gone since then they said they got 3 more in and each gone within 48 hours.
Resale value factors in of you buy and sell vehicles every 3-5 years. Resale differential between these vehicles really won’t be a significant issue after that. What’s a much a bigger financial hit is when you’re constantly taking the big depreciation on the first 3-5 years of any car and then doing it over and over again rather than enjoying it for at least another 3-5+ years after that. That’s where either a very reliable car or one with a long 10 year warranty like Hyundai is advantageous. But to want to keep the car that long you also want it to be up to date when you purchase it so you’re not dissatisfied with it at the end of 3 years.
@@jpnorth3557 When I looked at depreciation graphs of several cars I found that at 3 years they had a slight bump up. This was counterintuitive to me. It meant that between years 3 and 5, the depreciation was not much better than between year 2 and 3. That's a shame because it makes it very difficult to save money. Considering how driver assistance safety features have managed to be standard even on non-luxury vehicles, it has made leasing the better way to go for me.
@@suserman7775 Of course values are out of whack right now-that may or may not be reflected in recent depreciation graphs-probably not. Either way leasing makes sense financially if low cost isn’t your top priority and you prioritize up to date vehicles and/or you want to drive certain luxury vehicles that aren’t that reliable and lose significant value. The lease in that situation locks in a top price of owning that vehicle because as an example BMW depreciates a ton and isn’t reliable long term but is perfect for a lease situation as they typically subsidize leases a bit. I do think with the fast pace of technology improvements, people are going to want to switch out of cars sooner if they can to get into full EVs. I went with the Tucson Hybrid because it felt up to date, has a degree of refinement in the interior, drives incredibly well and comes with a long warranty. I’m not pretending it’s as reliable as a Toyota but they might be getting closer and with their long warranty I decided to roll the dice on it. It also was the best fit literally for our family. I may keep it up to 8-10 years. The CRV Hybrid for example already feels out of date even new. I wouldn’t want it for the same length of time.
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.
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.
@@billschunemann7801 first, let me say that I did not realize that it's been 6 months already. Golly. Second, I love the vehicle. During the colder winter months the mpgs dropped down to around 35 combined. But now that it's warming up, I'm seeing 40s again. That's with pretty relaxed driving. If I'm in a hurry, it can drop by around 5mpg. I'm very happy with the fuel economy. The only downside is that it does get worse gas mileage with highway driving. Which it's advertised as such but still confusing imo. Would highly recommend the Tucson.
I'm hearing conflicting reports about what the SEL convenience package has... a lot about the moonroof... some say its the smaller, over the front seats-only moonroof, others say its the full-size entire roof panoramic sunroof... which is it as someone who actually bought the SEL convenience?
@@Kevzaz Ya, that's the Panoramic Roof, like in the Limited. I keep getting conflicting reports, but I finally found a video of the SEL with the Panaromic roof, so you confirmed what I saw in the video.
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.
Numbers doesn't matter. The weather, your driving style matters more. So pick the one you like. My sonata hybrid said to be 42/45mpg for local and highway. I had got 42 or even 46 local if I'm easy on the throttle and the weather is a nice 65-70F. However, I do see 32 or even below 30 if I do aggressive driving in winter. Normally, my real world range is between 35-39 mpg. And highway driving 80-85mph, averages about 36.5mpg. just a reference. No matter what, it's still more fuel efficient than all my other cars and trucks, and I don't have to drive like a slow left lane blocker. In fact, I still drive faster than most other drivers on the road. The best part of hybrid is the NVH experience. Lot less noise and vibration (when engine is off, and they Hyundai engine really cannot be called nice sounding). And the annoying engine stop start feature that most ICE cars had, actually becomes an enjoyment on the hybrid because you don't lose your AC when engine is off, and it fired right up without starter shake (no starter on hybrid).
@@Dan-gd3ev I checked with sales and service at multiple dealerships and the Tucsons can’t be upgraded or customized at the factory or even post-purchase apart from what is listed on the accessories page of the website, however the one exception is the rims and tires. You can swap those out-I doubt you’ll be able to talk a dealer into doing that pre-purchase in this market but it’s worth asking.
@@Dan-gd3ev of course, you can have any size wheels as long as the same bolt pattern. Bigger wheels usually cost more, so if you ask dealer if you can get smaller wheel (without asking a discount), they'll definitely do it for you. Then they can sell your set for higher price or as option on a lower trim
@@dearbulls thank you. We got a Limited hybrid for my wife and the ride seems a bit stiff/harsh on a non asphalt highway and I heard that 17 inch wheels will provide a smoother ride.
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.
@@robertduklus6555 the incline, weather, right foot weight all matters. I've almost never achieved the rated 42 mpg on my sonata hybrid. Unless when I go to the islands and got stuck with a bunch of slow tourists, I even got 49mpg one time. LOL. And going onto key west road driving my 3.5tt f150, I got 27mpg average, of which it usually gets 15-16mpg with me driving. Yes, I got lead right foot
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.
@@vZnB It was a little larger especially in width and seemed more refined but the biggest reason to be honest is that I couldn't get one by the end of 2020 for the tax write off. I did get a chance to drive the Santa Fe it in 10 inches of snow and it handles really well with really good ground clearance. One thing the Santa Fe is missing that the Tucson has is the ability to turn on the heated seats remotely, I'm pretty annoyed Hyundai left that feature off the Santa Fe.
I wouldn't bother with the Tuscon Hybrid over the Santa Fe Hybrid unless I just wanted a smaller vehicle. My father recently purchased a Santa Fe Hybrid Blue, and I'm not exaggerating when I say that the Santa Fe Hybrid is a masterpiece at it's MSRP. It's the hidden gem on the Hyundai lot right now.
Isn't it a little under powered for Santa Fe? I always thought this powertrain better suits tucson. And that 2.5T is designed for the Santa Fe. But you are correct. Santa Fe was designed as a 3 row vehicle on other market like the Sorento. That's why you get the 2nd large under floor storage. But my wife just prefer the Tucson's size and she don't like big cars.
@@dearbulls The Santa Fe Hybrid is quite the opposite of underpowered. We test drove both, and my Father actually likes the Hybrid powertrain over the 2.5T. Another thing that's great with the Hybrid is the HTRAC AWD is standard, where during this time of chip shortages finding an AWD 2.5T is very difficult.
I picked up a Santa Fe PHEV just last night, very excited to spend some solid time with it! The cargo space is actually technically on par with the Tucson, but that doesn’t account for the huge under floor storage the Santa Fe has. I like the interior so much more than the Tucson, it’s not even a contest. The one gripe I have (that admittedly I knew coming into it) is that the hybrid has an inch less rear legroom than the standard model, and the PHEV another inch less. I think the Tucson does the same thing. Given that I’m a leggy 6’4” it’s a tight fit for me behind the driver seat at my comfortable spot, whereas in the non-hybrid I had plenty of space.
@@sebastiancohnify I'm 6'2", I actually sit in both and the Tucson actually has more rear leg room than Santa Fe. Both none hybrid model. The Santa Fe seems to have thicker front seats and more room left for 3rd row(on other market)/trunk. And I do use the same "sitting behind myself" technology to test rear seats. So I was shocked to see that my sonata hybrid actually passed with ease. My wife was going to get the Tucson hybrid originally. But now she's more into the VW id 4
@@tony24-u9x I'm not so sure about that, considering that quite a few of the Hyundai/Kia new models have the same design. By the way, what brand is the Q5? I'm not up on all of the various models of cars.
As far as I know of, there is probably a regulation for how high turn signals should be. So as low as it may look, the turn signals of SUVs are probably the same height as the sedans and people don't complain about the turn signals of the sedans. If you can't see the turn signals of the SUVs like Tucson, it's probably because of how high your vehicle is. Not the other way around
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
Every time I see a song playing in Alex reviews, I always wonder: Alex has sung in his older reviews. He needs to bring that back. I’ve heard his voice is good and could potentially be a contestant on The Voice
Bought a 2022 conventional Tucson back in April 2021. It was hit by hail; took Hyundai more than 3 months to get the parts. Then, it sat at the Hyundai dealer for software updates for two weeks independent of the repairs (the Hyundai dealers also make you wait two months to have your car seen), and needed new buttons on the steering wheel (the silver paint came off within the first 1000 miles) and the pillar trim had broken and fallen off. After the did the software updates, they ordered the parts and they never arrived. Long story short, I continued to have problems with the repair the shop did and my insurance company finally totaled the vehicle out. Had the full intention of buying a hybrid version of the Tucson this time around, but the dealers in my area all insist that waiting 3 months for service and 2 months to have your brand new car seen and fixed is normal (spoiler alert: it's not; no other companies have these issues). It's not the Tucson or Hyundai's fault that the vehicle was hit by hail and the shop botched the job, but it IS ABSOLUTELY their fault that they don't have parts support for the vehicles and that their dealers make you wait months to get an appointment when something breaks on your brand new car. I loved that car but will never be buying a Hyundai again and refuse to recommend them to anyone.
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 :).
Yet the average UA-cam viewer would probably think of Alex as pedantic. Which explains why much sloppier reviewers like Raiti Rides and even Redlines have more subscribers than Alex. And that doofus Doug DeMuro is not even worth mentioning.
When I am in the market to buy a car, I always watch Alex on Autos as reviews are very detailed. But for casual watching, I love to watch other UA-camrs as they are fun and videos are short. Most of us don’t have time to watch 30 min car videos.
I am in Canada and i ordered the Tucson Phev Ultimate in November 2021 and I just received an email from Huyndai that I will have my car in December 2022. in Canada the Tucson Phev and Hev are sold out. it's incredible .
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.
Pretty close on leg room comparison, but still Santa Fe has more elbow room since it's sonata based (mid size) and Tucson is a long wheelbase version of elantra (compact size)
Excellent and thorough review as always Alex. I'd choose a Santa Fe Blue hybrid over this vehicle, simply for the wider interior and more "mature'" styling. Also gorgeous area that you live in with all of its micro-climate.
@@dearbulls That’s not correct. The current Santa Fe has the latest gen Hyundai driver assist features, including Highway Drive Assist. Yes, it also has more features than the Palisade, eg, FCA with Junction-turning detection, Dynamic Voice Recognition, remote Profile Management, Digital Key, Remote Smart Park Assist, and more.
I agree that the Santa Fe is a very nice vehicle. Reasons to go for Tucson hybrid instead, however, include: better handling, better MPG, better acceleration, similar or even better interior passenger space and cargo room (though the Santa Fe has more width) and some say better ride as well. The Santa Fe is a tweener-bigger than a compact and smaller than a typical midsize. That makes it a great niche vehicle but it also means it may fall short of expectations for those shopping it against competing compact or midsize SUVs. In my experience of tracking stock of the Santa Fe and Tucson hybrids in my market back to late Spring 2021, the Santa Fes sit for a longer time on the lot. It seems like Hyundai knows this so they don’t produce as many. Dealers have actually discounted them, if you can believe that in this market, to move them. I think it’s because they represent a smaller niche which may be absolutely perfect for some but not for everyone. The Tucsons fly off the lot on the other hand.
I think he does an excellent job also. I must say he seems to be gushing a little bit over this vehicle. Admittedly it's a solid choice but there is no way on God's green earth I would take the loss in resale value of a Hyundai over a Toyota hybrid product.
@@powerguymark A car us bo investment. If you are not getting the amount you initially paid for a car. It's still a loss. I guess my point us resale value is an overrated statement .
@@powerguymark It really depends on how long you keep your cars. If you replace them every three or four years resale matters, but I keep things until they're worn out or no longer meet my needs. Resale is irrelevant to me.
We drove the 2023 Tucson and the Sante Fe hybrids. We didn't care for the way the Sante Fe handled and we chose the Tucson (for husband to drive)......whenever it comes... Then I was in an accident and they wrote off my car so needed another car. I test drove a 2021 Rav4 hybrid XLE and honestly didn't care for it. Husband had a hard time getting behind the wheel. I chose the 2024 Honda CRV Touring Hybrid. I absolutely LOVE it. I'm excited to compare the two once we have the Tucson in our driveway as well.
You are one of the best reviewers. Comparison of technical details, which very few reviewers give. However, what is missing is information regarding long term durability and reliability. Can you provide?
I'm almost ready and It's either gonna be Santa Fe Hybrid Blue, or a Tuscon Hybrid SEL w/convenience. My price range is right at 35K U.S. But I'm definitely leaning toward the Santa Fe Blue. And possibly the Gas only Tuscon SEL w/Premium.
we got the tuscon blue. there werent a lot of options to have by us, but its been pretty good so far. and love the extra HP the hybrid gives us when we need it.
We are look to buy a plug-in hybrid small SUV. We went to the Hyundai dealer in Portland Oregon and sat the 'limited' trim of both a new Tucson and a Santa Fe - the main deciding factor was drivers' seat comfort for my 5'2" wife. We originally tried out the RAV4 plug-in hybrid (I wanted the RAV4 for it's best-in-class plug-in specs), but she hated the front seats and the 'plasticy' interior (she stated that she felt like she was "sitting in a leisure suit" - and it was the highest XSE trim level...). She loved the Tucson seats and clean feel of the interior - she didn't like the Santa Fe seats or the comparatively cluttered dash. Now we are waiting for our pre-ordered Tucson limited trim plug-in hybrid to arrive (by end of 2021? - who knows...)
When people I know are shopping for a new vehicle and are serious I refer them to Alex. He’s very informative and he does a great job of being unbiased and reasonable unlike some other reviewers on this site. His reviews are entertaining as well maybe because they’re so packed full of information and it’s always A LOT to take in.
The most unfortunate thing about all of these options is that you can't get any of them. I just ordered a PHEV Tucson and I won't take delivery for 6 months, if I'm lucky. Wait lists for the Rav4 prime in my area are 1-2 years.
Another great review. I have driven the Ultimate hybrid and was very impressed. It is a great compact crossover. I also very much like the larger Santa Fe hybrid and the Venza (not the RAV4 due to its appearance). Sadly, Hyundai does not offer a Limited version of the Santa Fe in Canada (only a Luxury version which does not have a upgraded sound system nor the 10.25 inch infotainment system, etc., so it is not really what you would call a "luxury" version). Likely I will wait till I see the PHEV versions of the Tucson and the Santa Fe before deciding. By the way, a friend of mine took delivery of a Ford Escape PHEV last month (after ordering it nearly 9 months ago). The lower level trims of the Lexus NX 350h - and the 2022 Kia Sportage PHEV are also good options.
Wait for the 2022 kia Sportage. Pretty much same car with different dress. I love my 17 sonata hybrid too, although it has 3 recalls recently, and some paint chip on hood (paint is thin and a bit weak). However, it still drives and rides very comfortable.
Thanks Alex for continuing to make amazing videos. I have been impressed with your (and other) review of the Tucson and Sante Fe hybrids. I like their looks both inside and out. But in the end, we chose the Toyota Venza hybrid. So far averaging around 39 mpg (have had trips that averaged 58 mpg) from day 1. Our main concern with Hyundai has been with problems some Hyundai's have had with their engines and problems that friends have had with their own Hyundai's. I really hope the Tuscon and Sante Fe systems/engines end up being reliable and I'll look at them next time. Mind you we kept our last 2 cars 17 (Mazda Protege) and 15 (Acura TSX) years, respectively and even then, they were both running perfectly! Hopefully we'll get the same reliability with the Venza.
I've had nothing but problems with my 2020 Hyundai Ioniq with repeated electronics failures; the same parts have failed multiple times. I'm supposed to hear from Hyundai this week on a buyback offer. I'd like a hybrid SUV, but not sure I can do a Hyundai again. I really love the Venza (and my old Prius was very good to me), but they are $4k over sticker right now!
I get the perceived drivability benefit, but I wouldn’t want to deal with the long term issues of a turbocharger and automatic transmission. Atkinson cycle 4cyl and e-CVT are pretty bulletproof. My escape awd sits at over 40mpg average at 18,000 miles, about half of which is with a mountain bike on a hitch rack. The interior and styling are due for a refresh tho.
Thanks for your introduction of this fine new car! We ordered middle of september a Tucson Plug-in-Hybrid in Prime-Version (color Teal Blue). Now we have to wait till middle of february 2022.... 13 years we drive a BMW X3 3.0 diesel ... Can't await the "rolling computer" ... much is to learn ! Handwave from Germany ;o)) 🚙
Surprised to hear about it retaining the torque converter; I thought Hyundai parallel hybrids dropped the torque converter and just put an electric motor where it used to sit.
Exactly. Hyundai's hybrid system has no torque converter. It is replaced with the motor and the engine clutch... So, when you feel Hyundai's hybrid systems are comfortable and smooth, you must know that many customers has beta-tested the system about 10 years even paying their own money.
No torque converter nor does it use the engine clutch to shift gears. It uses a motor to sync ice and trans RPM before the gear engages. System was introduced 2 years ago.
@@cah95046 It has the engine clutch not to shift gears but to attach and detach the engine's power to the vehicle. You can see this here : ua-cam.com/video/YLovTNtUUn4/v-deo.html
I haven't driven the Ioniq but I kind of wish this had the dual clutch for the efficiency. I'm driving a 2014 Focus right now so I imagine it would feel much better than what I am used to.
Alex, You keep saying, "If you want to be able to plug in your......." Any vehicle can be plugged in, just ask a Canadian where to buy a block heater. On a more serious note, I hope someone at Toyota is taking notes on the generous amount of leg room many of their direct competitors offer.
Why? The sakes tell the real story. Rav4’s legroom is plenty for everyone, despite being less than some other competitors. Why are you always trolling in your comments, on every single video?
Awesome review. I am currently looking into new cars and commute over 17, so was especially excited seeing you driving around some of my other local roads!
I would rather have a planetary gear instead of an automatic transmission for longevity. Hopefully the E AWD will improve in the future but I've seen the Rav4 Prime do really well in AWD videos. The Black plastic touch buttons are nasty but the exterior looks great.
Tucson is more dynamic than Santa Fe because of Santa Fe weight while the emgines are the same. Had test drive of both noiced that difference immediately. Picked up Tucson after all. Plugin version :-)
I really like the Tuscon but I do have two issues with it: way too much piano black on the infocenter and the odd iPad style instrument cluster that seems to just be sitting there.
Thanks Alex for all the comments about all the cars that you have evaluated, they are a great help for everyone, very good job, the only doubt I have is why in most of the comparisons between the SUVs you do not include the VW tiguan?
Just traded my 2020 RAV4 limited Hybrid in for the 2022 Tucson Limited Hybrid. I am very happy with the Tucson and while I do see a difference in fuel economy - the Tucson gets a little less MPG than my RAV did but it isn't too much less...went from about 39-46MPG in the RAV with my average being closer to 40-41 to about 37-38MPG in the Tucson so far. I've only had the Tucson for 3 days but have driven about 260 miles (the dealership that had the Tucson was 78 miles away from me - so that added miles immediately. The Tucson seat is more comfortable to me than the RAV and my husband has better head clearance in the Tucson than he did in the RAV. My husband also loves having the power passenger seat in the Tucson - which wasn't available in the RAV and was surprising since we bought the RAV with all the bells and whistles available except for the panoramic sunroof (we wanted that feature but it just wasn't available when we were looking.) I am super happy with the Tucson!
@@James-il3tq I could not agree more. I drove a Toyota Venza which is the same platform as a RAV4 hybrid in 9 in of snow and just deliberately drove it hard jerking the wheel and mashing the accelerator on and off trying to make it get squirrely and I simply could not get it to misbehave and not send power to the back wheels faster than I could jerk the wheel and stomp around on the gas and brake pedals. It's lightning fast.
@@Reu_ag I enjoy Alex's reviews, but when it comes to testing the all-wheel drive capability I watch driving sports TV. I'd like to see what he has to say about this vehicle.
Hey Alex, I make an appointment to Hyundai Dealer to check the rear brake at the passenger side of my new 2022 Tucson Hybrid Ultimate, the parking brake get stuck and drag the wheel before it will release the brake. I also purchased 160km extended warranty, but the service department told me, it should be less than 2,500km to be covered by warranty.
Yeah, the Ioniq was made specifically as a Prius competitor, trying to get the highest possible mpg. It is a bit compromised because of that. What with the Ioniq5 imminent it appears Hyundai will try to use the Ioniq name for BEVs, and I expect the current Ioniq model will die in a year or two and not be replaced. They'll have hybrid versions of enough other models by then.
The Ford Escape is a mix between Toyota and Hyundai Philosophy. Ford has a planetary gearbox like Toyota and A Physical transmission shaft to the rear transmission ( used also on the Bronco Sport) Only thing I couldn't discover, I HOPE ALEX MANAGES, is to know if Ford uses Port and direct injection (like Toyota) and a chain for the cammes, Looks like it still uses a belt and compered to a chain it is more maintenance.
After the nightmare business tactics that Volkswagen adopted, my attempt to get an ID4 led me straight to this car. Faster, better features, more space, and now thanks to this video I'll never be able to find one in stock!
I test drove this...it feels quick! Good powertrain. But lots of negatives...turn signals that are too low and can be obscured when in traffic/at a light. Piano black plastic. Lack of physical buttons. And now, tons of recalls to worry about with Hyundai/Kia. Plus, the styling is cool but very aggressive, and may age poorly. The Santa Fe hybrid felt noticeably nicer, especially the center stack. It's just slightly slower-feeling due to the heavier weight, but feels more substantial and smooth over bumps. But again....those engine recalls....
Hyandai offers longer warranty because they know customers worry about reliability which is average. I'd rather have a car that I trust will get me A to B well after 100,000 warranty is up.
Santa Fe, but I’m waiting for the plug in hybrid reviews to surface. Does the Santa Fe PHEV cargo space take a big hit compared to the hybrid like the Tucson?
I picked up a Santa Fe PHEV last night. Literally owned it for less than 12 hours so I can’t give a ton of thoughts right now, but I believe the cargo space is basically unchanged since the battery is under the front seats. I’m not certain on the mechanics of why but it is worth noting that the rear legroom loses an inch from the regular model to the hybrid and another inch to the PHEV. For normal people that probably isn’t an issue but I’m a leggy 6’4” and so it’s pretty tight sitting behind myself in this car whereas the non-hybrid I test drove a couple months ago was comfortable.
According to Hyundai, the cargo capacity with both rear seats up and down, is the same for all versions of the Santa Fe. So, no difference between ICE, Hybrid and PHEV. However, passenger volume drops from 111.5 cu ft in ICE, to 110.2 cu ft in Hybrid, to 108.5 cu ft in Plug-in. This is reflected in the smaller rear seat legroom, as has already been mentioned.
I wouldn't sleep on Hyundai. Yes, Hyundai is relatively new to hybrids and it remains to be seen how well this Tucson does in reliability. However, past antecedents suggest that the Tucson will be one of the more reliable vehicles on the market.
Maybe not 4x as long but 2x as long is pretty likely. Hyandais start having powertrain issues 100-200k miles. Toyota's typically 300k+ miles before any major repairs
I test drove the regular gas one and boy was that a let down. Underpowered and honestly even tho its suppose to be bigger then the outgoing model the space allocation for the interior was pretty cramp. Hope to test drive the Hybrid or Plugin hybrid, these SUV's really need more power instead of these tiny turbo engines.
I really hope Hyundai sends you the plug-in version soon Alex. I'm already seeing videos of it from overseas reviewers. They're saying that it has 265 horsepower and an adaptive suspension. Man, that's going to be quite a package if it is offered like that in the U.S. Hope Toyota has an answer to that with a Rav4 or Venza model refresh. The interior of the Hyundai is already way better and they will offer different color interiors for their plug-in models unlike Toyota's black only option for the Rav4 Prime. I'd love to get the Rav4 Prime in white with the nutmeg interior but, oh well. Thank goodness for being able to have other options to consider.
I'm not sure if he'll see one in Texas... Plug-in versions are limited both in number AND LOCATION... they're basically shipping 99% of the Plug-ins to states/cities with extensive (plug-in station) roadside support, such as California and New York. I live in Florida and my dealerships said we probably won't be seeing the plug in during 2022... maybe when they become more the norm instead of the exception.
@alexonautos Can you please let me know which one should I buy ? Mazda CX-5 or Tucson Hybrid Limited ? I am inclined toward Tucson Hybrid, but have doubts over its resale value after 3-5 years ? Will Tucson Hybrid get good resale value after 3-5 years ?
For whatever it’s worth Consumer Reports gives the following scores on competing vehicles OVERALL: Tucson Hybrid-84 Santa Fe Hybrid-84 CRV Hybrid-81 RAV4 Hybrid-72 RAV4 Prime-79 ROAD TEST SCORES: Tucson Hybrid-92 Santa Fe Hybrid-86 CRV Hybrid-80 RAV4 Hybrid-76 RAV4 Prime-85
Yes, just got my CR magazine today! Interesting that the Tucson road test score is so much higher than the Santa Fe; I can only attribute that to the better fuel economy of the Tucson.
For those wondering, here are ratings for the other hybrid SUVs that come up. OVERALL Ford Escape-50 (reliability is in the tank) Toyota Venza-78 ROAD TEST Ford Escape-82 Toyota Venza-75 I don’t agree with CR on all of their assessments and some of their calculations of cargo space etc get weird but I do think these ratings largely reflect my experience of all these vehicles-though I never was able to drive an Escape Hybrid or Prime as both are non-existent right now.
@@mark8684 I think it’s also because handling, acceleration and MPG are better in the Tucson. And at a lower price than Santa Fe for very little trade off in interior room and cargo space-in fact as some reviewers have noted there seems to be more second row legroom in the Tucson and the cargo space is probably more in the Tucson if you don’t remove the floor like Alex does in his Santa Fe review.
As an update, Consumer Reports has changed their ratings after owners have encountered issues with the Santa Fe. Overall rating for the Santa Fe hybrid is 64 and Overall rating for the Tucson hybrid is 93. Initial reliability has been excellent with the Tucson. Check their latest info and see if the specific issues are relevant to your particular trim and engine.
so when does this powertrain make it into the Santa Cruz? Its MPG are abysmal right now vs “real” body on frame trucks (just not worth it from that standpoint at all), but including this drivetrain with AWD would make it a much more compelling alternative to a more traditional truck, and a slam-dunk winner over the Ford Maverick
True, or at least force Ford to intro an AWD Maverick. They have the same basic drivetrain in AWD form in the Escape, so it's definitely possible. Both would be very attractive options.
I also compaired the 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Limited to the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited. The Santa Fe interior is more premium than the Tucson, but the ride quality in the Santa Fe was much too stiff, definitely inferior to the Tucson, Kai Sportage and the 2024 Honda CRV,
If the Hyundai Tucson shows to be reliable it may become the Hybrid of choice over the next number of years. Note: I do fit in the Hyundai Tucson but not the Toyota Rav4.
The driver’s seat was fine for me in the RAV4 but the passenger seat and the rear seats were not for me At 6’3” . Egress & ingress in the passenger seat requires effort , like ducking. Not so in the Tucson. I am able to comfortably fit as a driver and passenger in all areas of the Tucson.
@@glennclarke9442 others have said the head restraint on the Tucson is too low for tall drivers, do you have any Tucson seat discomfort? I’m driving a 2019 Audi Q5, with the heated/cooled sport seats with the thigh extension - a incredibly comfortable seat which is why I bought the Q5. Q5 lease is coming due, and the Q5 has no adaptive cruise control, Lane keeping assist, considering top trim Tucson.
I’m in brand new Tucson hybrid now 1000 miles so far but average MPG is 25 MPG, and I’m not even driving fast I’m driving very careful and trying to get good mpg, I was expecting at least 35 average MPG combined but so far I’m disappointed with fuel efficiency
I got the Tucson hybrid limited 2 weeks back. Coming from a Acura RDX 2020, I love this suv. Its so smooth, awesome pickup especially in sports mode and hybrid mpg. And lots of space.
Wow. That's saying a lot that you like the Tucson Hybrid coming from an RDX? How do you compare the two as far as ride comfort, acceleration, handling seat comfort?
Hyundai does not have a true central lock. It's just a fake lock mode using esp. many others had already tested it. On other market including Canada, they have a "terrain mode" which, according to Hyundai, cannot be used in the US due to some legal stuff
The Tucson is already large enough, why would I want an even larger vehicle and pay more for it? I drove the previous gen Tucson, which is smaller then this new gen, as a rental for a few days. It was large enough.
I drive an Ioniq Hybrid and it regularly gives my over 54mpg. I wanted to go electric but I'm really not happy with any of EV models in the market as of now, so I'm happy with the Ioniq hybrid.
I can only get about 42 in my 2020 Ioniq. I've had nothing but problems with repeated electronics failures; the same parts have failed multiple times. I'm supposed to hear from Hyundai this week on a buyback offer. I'd like a hybrid SUV, but not sure I can do a Hyundai again.
I wish I was getting the kind of mileage on my fully loaded 2022 Tucson Hybrid that you indicated in your video. I'm seeing about 24 mpg on the highway. No where close to the 36 you mentioned.
Based on the style and room, I would buy the Santa Fe instead of the Tucson. I currently drive a 2017 Santa Fe and the passenger and cargo room is great.
ALEX! I need your advice! I've had nothing but problems with my 2020 Hyundai Ioniq with repeated electronics failures; the same parts have failed multiple times. I'm supposed to hear from Hyundai this week on a buyback offer. I'd like a hybrid SUV, but not sure I can do a Hyundai again. Thoughts?
Hey Alex!! Thank you so much for your detailed videos. They helped make our decision to buy a Hyundai Tucson Blue Hybrid. One feature we don't remember you mentioning and it's a big part of this vehicle is the backup beeper. We did test drive before buying, but for some reason, we didn't back up a lot, so we didn't think anything of the beeping then. Now, it is extremely annoying and makes me regret our purchase. I really like the car otherwise. There are a few other convenience features that are annoying, like not being able to close the hatch from inside, not being able to scroll through my preset radio stations, and not having a proximity backup sensor. I have found videos and chats that offer ways to decrease the backup beeping, but I wondered what you would recommend? Thank you! C&A
Wow... Interesting that the biggest competitor for the Tucson is another Hyundai! Thanks for the great video and review... I'm going to keep the Santa Fe on my short list.
I shop tried both for the hybrid 2022 Tucson and 2021 Santa Fe…both are superior cars compare its class….getting lately the Santa Fe I really enjoy almost every day going to work….almost all you want from every car like style,comfort,safety,technology and value for money are there!….
I LOVE my 2022 Tucson Hybrid but I'm sure NOT getting 37 MPG. So far not more the 30 MPG.Don't know if it's the break in period, COLD outside or I drive it FAST. Guessing ALL above?
I mean you can rig a 6 or 8 cylinder sedan to do crossover stuff. I do it all the time with my legacy. It has plenty of roof with a roof rack and a tow hitch cargo tray
Thanks for another great video,. I have one and unfortunately, it has a very far from EPA-mpg. I average 27/28 mpg during the winter and 30/31 mpg summer, all eco mode and very gentle driving, no hwy speed above 70 mph.
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.
Isn’t it incredible? He’s absolutely the best.
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.
Very true. When I got mine it was extremely random decision. When I got to dealer there were 3. One was on hold the other 2 were available. 30 minutes after test drive one of those 2 were already gone since then they said they got 3 more in and each gone within 48 hours.
except this depreciate faster than both the crv and rav4 and most people like you tend to overlook resale value
Resale value factors in of you buy and sell vehicles every 3-5 years. Resale differential between these vehicles really won’t be a significant issue after that. What’s a much a bigger financial hit is when you’re constantly taking the big depreciation on the first 3-5 years of any car and then doing it over and over again rather than enjoying it for at least another 3-5+ years after that. That’s where either a very reliable car or one with a long 10 year warranty like Hyundai is advantageous. But to want to keep the car that long you also want it to be up to date when you purchase it so you’re not dissatisfied with it at the end of 3 years.
@@jpnorth3557 When I looked at depreciation graphs of several cars I found that at 3 years they had a slight bump up. This was counterintuitive to me. It meant that between years 3 and 5, the depreciation was not much better than between year 2 and 3. That's a shame because it makes it very difficult to save money. Considering how driver assistance safety features have managed to be standard even on non-luxury vehicles, it has made leasing the better way to go for me.
@@suserman7775 Of course values are out of whack right now-that may or may not be reflected in recent depreciation graphs-probably not. Either way leasing makes sense financially if low cost isn’t your top priority and you prioritize up to date vehicles and/or you want to drive certain luxury vehicles that aren’t that reliable and lose significant value. The lease in that situation locks in a top price of owning that vehicle because as an example BMW depreciates a ton and isn’t reliable long term but is perfect for a lease situation as they typically subsidize leases a bit. I do think with the fast pace of technology improvements, people are going to want to switch out of cars sooner if they can to get into full EVs. I went with the Tucson Hybrid because it felt up to date, has a degree of refinement in the interior, drives incredibly well and comes with a long warranty. I’m not pretending it’s as reliable as a Toyota but they might be getting closer and with their long warranty I decided to roll the dice on it. It also was the best fit literally for our family. I may keep it up to 8-10 years. The CRV Hybrid for example already feels out of date even new. I wouldn’t want it for the same length of time.
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.
What german cars have you owned?
@@ayushmalpeddi2793 None if he’s intelligent.
You got a piece of Albert Bierman's work there dude. Still German engineering
@@ayushmalpeddi2793 about a dozen BMWs and a Benz.
@@PawpiChoolo not one has ever left me stranded. Unlike some American vehicles.
One can’t get a better reviewer than you.. with every video we watch, we once again are amazed by your excellence.
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.
@Kevzaz After six months, are you still happy with it? Any problems? Average MPG after driving a while? Thanks
@@billschunemann7801 first, let me say that I did not realize that it's been 6 months already. Golly. Second, I love the vehicle. During the colder winter months the mpgs dropped down to around 35 combined. But now that it's warming up, I'm seeing 40s again. That's with pretty relaxed driving. If I'm in a hurry, it can drop by around 5mpg. I'm very happy with the fuel economy. The only downside is that it does get worse gas mileage with highway driving. Which it's advertised as such but still confusing imo. Would highly recommend the Tucson.
I'm hearing conflicting reports about what the SEL convenience package has... a lot about the moonroof... some say its the smaller, over the front seats-only moonroof, others say its the full-size entire roof panoramic sunroof... which is it as someone who actually bought the SEL convenience?
@@wolfshanze5980 the sunroof goes over the entire front and back seat area. The actual opening part to get in fresh air is only in the front
@@Kevzaz Ya, that's the Panoramic Roof, like in the Limited. I keep getting conflicting reports, but I finally found a video of the SEL with the Panaromic roof, so you confirmed what I saw in the video.
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...
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.
Numbers doesn't matter. The weather, your driving style matters more. So pick the one you like. My sonata hybrid said to be 42/45mpg for local and highway. I had got 42 or even 46 local if I'm easy on the throttle and the weather is a nice 65-70F.
However, I do see 32 or even below 30 if I do aggressive driving in winter. Normally, my real world range is between 35-39 mpg. And highway driving 80-85mph, averages about 36.5mpg. just a reference.
No matter what, it's still more fuel efficient than all my other cars and trucks, and I don't have to drive like a slow left lane blocker. In fact, I still drive faster than most other drivers on the road. The best part of hybrid is the NVH experience. Lot less noise and vibration (when engine is off, and they Hyundai engine really cannot be called nice sounding). And the annoying engine stop start feature that most ICE cars had, actually becomes an enjoyment on the hybrid because you don't lose your AC when engine is off, and it fired right up without starter shake (no starter on hybrid).
Can we add 17 inch rims on SEL or Limited? Blue has 17 inch rims so I think the other trims can have them, too, right?
@@Dan-gd3ev I checked with sales and service at multiple dealerships and the Tucsons can’t be upgraded or customized at the factory or even post-purchase apart from what is listed on the accessories page of the website, however the one exception is the rims and tires. You can swap those out-I doubt you’ll be able to talk a dealer into doing that pre-purchase in this market but it’s worth asking.
@@Dan-gd3ev of course, you can have any size wheels as long as the same bolt pattern. Bigger wheels usually cost more, so if you ask dealer if you can get smaller wheel (without asking a discount), they'll definitely do it for you. Then they can sell your set for higher price or as option on a lower trim
@@dearbulls thank you. We got a Limited hybrid for my wife and the ride seems a bit stiff/harsh on a non asphalt highway and I heard that 17 inch wheels will provide a smoother ride.
Thank you for telling us about the car and how it feels to drive not just playing with the infotainment screen.
Both the Santa Fe Hybrid and the Tucson Hybrid got 84 % rating from Consumer Reports so they are both a great buy!
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.
46 mpg? I assume its the downhill part of your commute
@@robertduklus6555 the incline, weather, right foot weight all matters. I've almost never achieved the rated 42 mpg on my sonata hybrid. Unless when I go to the islands and got stuck with a bunch of slow tourists, I even got 49mpg one time. LOL. And going onto key west road driving my 3.5tt f150, I got 27mpg average, of which it usually gets 15-16mpg with me driving. Yes, I got lead right foot
I have the Tucson Hybrid and get 35-36 mpg so hard to see you getting 40+ on a larger model
@@CrazyGuy9990 people like to tell stories.....makes them feel special
@@robertduklus6555 no, it could be 46 if it's instant mpg. But that doesn't matter because you can get more than 50 going down hill
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.
Did you look into the Hyundai Tucson PHEV limited trim? Why did you choose the Santa Fe over the Tucosn? I'm debating the same thing right now.
@@vZnB It was a little larger especially in width and seemed more refined but the biggest reason to be honest is that I couldn't get one by the end of 2020 for the tax write off. I did get a chance to drive the Santa Fe it in 10 inches of snow and it handles really well with really good ground clearance. One thing the Santa Fe is missing that the Tucson has is the ability to turn on the heated seats remotely, I'm pretty annoyed Hyundai left that feature off the Santa Fe.
I wouldn't bother with the Tuscon Hybrid over the Santa Fe Hybrid unless I just wanted a smaller vehicle. My father recently purchased a Santa Fe Hybrid Blue, and I'm not exaggerating when I say that the Santa Fe Hybrid is a masterpiece at it's MSRP. It's the hidden gem on the Hyundai lot right now.
Isn't it a little under powered for Santa Fe? I always thought this powertrain better suits tucson. And that 2.5T is designed for the Santa Fe. But you are correct. Santa Fe was designed as a 3 row vehicle on other market like the Sorento. That's why you get the 2nd large under floor storage. But my wife just prefer the Tucson's size and she don't like big cars.
@@dearbulls The Santa Fe Hybrid is quite the opposite of underpowered. We test drove both, and my Father actually likes the Hybrid powertrain over the 2.5T. Another thing that's great with the Hybrid is the HTRAC AWD is standard, where during this time of chip shortages finding an AWD 2.5T is very difficult.
I picked up a Santa Fe PHEV just last night, very excited to spend some solid time with it! The cargo space is actually technically on par with the Tucson, but that doesn’t account for the huge under floor storage the Santa Fe has. I like the interior so much more than the Tucson, it’s not even a contest.
The one gripe I have (that admittedly I knew coming into it) is that the hybrid has an inch less rear legroom than the standard model, and the PHEV another inch less. I think the Tucson does the same thing. Given that I’m a leggy 6’4” it’s a tight fit for me behind the driver seat at my comfortable spot, whereas in the non-hybrid I had plenty of space.
@@sebastiancohnify I'm 6'2", I actually sit in both and the Tucson actually has more rear leg room than Santa Fe. Both none hybrid model. The Santa Fe seems to have thicker front seats and more room left for 3rd row(on other market)/trunk. And I do use the same "sitting behind myself" technology to test rear seats. So I was shocked to see that my sonata hybrid actually passed with ease. My wife was going to get the Tucson hybrid originally. But now she's more into the VW id 4
Sales numbers seem to back this up in a big way.
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!
@@tony24-u9x I'm not so sure about that, considering that quite a few of the Hyundai/Kia new models have the same design. By the way, what brand is the Q5? I'm not up on all of the various models of cars.
@@Briguy1027 The Q5 is an Audi crossover of similar size.
As far as I know of, there is probably a regulation for how high turn signals should be. So as low as it may look, the turn signals of SUVs are probably the same height as the sedans and people don't complain about the turn signals of the sedans. If you can't see the turn signals of the SUVs like Tucson, it's probably because of how high your vehicle is. Not the other way around
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
Every time I see a song playing in Alex reviews, I always wonder: Alex has sung in his older reviews. He needs to bring that back. I’ve heard his voice is good and could potentially be a contestant on The Voice
Bought a 2022 conventional Tucson back in April 2021. It was hit by hail; took Hyundai more than 3 months to get the parts. Then, it sat at the Hyundai dealer for software updates for two weeks independent of the repairs (the Hyundai dealers also make you wait two months to have your car seen), and needed new buttons on the steering wheel (the silver paint came off within the first 1000 miles) and the pillar trim had broken and fallen off. After the did the software updates, they ordered the parts and they never arrived. Long story short, I continued to have problems with the repair the shop did and my insurance company finally totaled the vehicle out. Had the full intention of buying a hybrid version of the Tucson this time around, but the dealers in my area all insist that waiting 3 months for service and 2 months to have your brand new car seen and fixed is normal (spoiler alert: it's not; no other companies have these issues). It's not the Tucson or Hyundai's fault that the vehicle was hit by hail and the shop botched the job, but it IS ABSOLUTELY their fault that they don't have parts support for the vehicles and that their dealers make you wait months to get an appointment when something breaks on your brand new car. I loved that car but will never be buying a Hyundai again and refuse to recommend them to anyone.
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 :).
You, Sir, are absolutely the King of reviewers. The knowledge you have of vehicles is outstanding!
Yet the average UA-cam viewer would probably think of Alex as pedantic. Which explains why much sloppier reviewers like Raiti Rides and even Redlines have more subscribers than Alex. And that doofus Doug DeMuro is not even worth mentioning.
When I am in the market to buy a car, I always watch Alex on Autos as reviews are very detailed. But for casual watching, I love to watch other UA-camrs as they are fun and videos are short. Most of us don’t have time to watch 30 min car videos.
I am in Canada and i ordered the Tucson Phev Ultimate in November 2021 and I just received an email from Huyndai that I will have my car in December 2022. in Canada the Tucson Phev and Hev are sold out. it's incredible .
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.
Pretty close on leg room comparison, but still Santa Fe has more elbow room since it's sonata based (mid size) and Tucson is a long wheelbase version of elantra (compact size)
Excellent and thorough review as always Alex. I'd choose a Santa Fe Blue hybrid over this vehicle, simply for the wider interior and more "mature'" styling. Also gorgeous area that you live in with all of its micro-climate.
But Santa Fe's driver assist is the first gen, same with the palisade. And the HDA on Tucson is actually newer and better
@@dearbulls That’s not correct. The current Santa Fe has the latest gen Hyundai driver assist features, including Highway Drive Assist. Yes, it also has more features than the Palisade, eg, FCA with Junction-turning detection, Dynamic Voice Recognition, remote Profile Management, Digital Key, Remote Smart Park Assist, and more.
@@mark8684 really? So the palisade is the only one using the old system now?
Thanks for a detailed, thorough and logical review.
I agree that the Santa Fe is a very nice vehicle. Reasons to go for Tucson hybrid instead, however, include: better handling, better MPG, better acceleration, similar or even better interior passenger space and cargo room (though the Santa Fe has more width) and some say better ride as well. The Santa Fe is a tweener-bigger than a compact and smaller than a typical midsize. That makes it a great niche vehicle but it also means it may fall short of expectations for those shopping it against competing compact or midsize SUVs. In my experience of tracking stock of the Santa Fe and Tucson hybrids in my market back to late Spring 2021, the Santa Fes sit for a longer time on the lot. It seems like Hyundai knows this so they don’t produce as many. Dealers have actually discounted them, if you can believe that in this market, to move them. I think it’s because they represent a smaller niche which may be absolutely perfect for some but not for everyone. The Tucsons fly off the lot on the other hand.
interior passage space is better in the santa fe- wider and can fit 3 people in the second row.
You’re the best, Alex. I wouldn’t buy a car without first consulting your review.
I think he does an excellent job also. I must say he seems to be gushing a little bit over this vehicle.
Admittedly it's a solid choice but there is no way on God's green earth I would take the loss in resale value of a Hyundai over a Toyota hybrid product.
@@powerguymark A car us bo investment. If you are not getting the amount you initially paid for a car. It's still a loss. I guess my point us resale value is an overrated statement .
@@powerguymark It really depends on how long you keep your cars. If you replace them every three or four years resale matters, but I keep things until they're worn out or no longer meet my needs. Resale is irrelevant to me.
I got 52 mpg in mine today. It’s a beast of a hybrid. Blows the Rav I had away. And it’s bigger!
Does the Tuscon Blue need premium gas?
@@CinCee- No
We drove the 2023 Tucson and the Sante Fe hybrids. We didn't care for the way the Sante Fe handled and we chose the Tucson (for husband to drive)......whenever it comes... Then I was in an accident and they wrote off my car so needed another car. I test drove a 2021 Rav4 hybrid XLE and honestly didn't care for it. Husband had a hard time getting behind the wheel. I chose the 2024 Honda CRV Touring Hybrid. I absolutely LOVE it. I'm excited to compare the two once we have the Tucson in our driveway as well.
You are one of the best reviewers. Comparison of technical details, which very few reviewers give. However, what is missing is information regarding long term durability and reliability. Can you provide?
Just stumbled on this channel and so glad I did. Videos are so well done, so thorough and so expertly delivered! Great Video!
I'm almost ready and It's either gonna be Santa Fe Hybrid Blue, or a Tuscon Hybrid SEL w/convenience. My price range is right at 35K U.S. But I'm definitely leaning toward the Santa Fe Blue. And possibly the Gas only Tuscon SEL w/Premium.
Don’t get the regular gas Tuscon. They’re slow and shit. Spend the tiny bit extra
we got the tuscon blue. there werent a lot of options to have by us, but its been pretty good so far. and love the extra HP the hybrid gives us when we need it.
We are look to buy a plug-in hybrid small SUV. We went to the Hyundai dealer in Portland Oregon and sat the 'limited' trim of both a new Tucson and a Santa Fe - the main deciding factor was drivers' seat comfort for my 5'2" wife. We originally tried out the RAV4 plug-in hybrid (I wanted the RAV4 for it's best-in-class plug-in specs), but she hated the front seats and the 'plasticy' interior (she stated that she felt like she was "sitting in a leisure suit" - and it was the highest XSE trim level...). She loved the Tucson seats and clean feel of the interior - she didn't like the Santa Fe seats or the comparatively cluttered dash. Now we are waiting for our pre-ordered Tucson limited trim plug-in hybrid to arrive (by end of 2021? - who knows...)
Why aren't more people watching Alex's videos? I literally watch these reviews for entertainment
I think its because of the length of video
When people I know are shopping for a new vehicle and are serious I refer them to Alex. He’s very informative and he does a great job of being unbiased and reasonable unlike some other reviewers on this site. His reviews are entertaining as well maybe because they’re so packed full of information and it’s always A LOT to take in.
This review and the format of it is absurdly good. Thank you!!
The most unfortunate thing about all of these options is that you can't get any of them. I just ordered a PHEV Tucson and I won't take delivery for 6 months, if I'm lucky. Wait lists for the Rav4 prime in my area are 1-2 years.
100 % agree, I got the santa fe hybrid blue, best value in the whole segment right now.
Another great review. I have driven the Ultimate hybrid and was very impressed. It is a great compact crossover. I also very much like the larger Santa Fe hybrid and the Venza (not the RAV4 due to its appearance). Sadly, Hyundai does not offer a Limited version of the Santa Fe in Canada (only a Luxury version which does not have a upgraded sound system nor the 10.25 inch infotainment system, etc., so it is not really what you would call a "luxury" version). Likely I will wait till I see the PHEV versions of the Tucson and the Santa Fe before deciding. By the way, a friend of mine took delivery of a Ford Escape PHEV last month (after ordering it nearly 9 months ago). The lower level trims of the Lexus NX 350h - and the 2022 Kia Sportage PHEV are also good options.
Alex is the man! i love the interior layout and size is decent for my needs as empty nesters.
My wife and I love our sonata hybrid. we need something with AWD but really don't like the turn signals in the bumper.
Wait for the 2022 kia Sportage. Pretty much same car with different dress.
I love my 17 sonata hybrid too, although it has 3 recalls recently, and some paint chip on hood (paint is thin and a bit weak). However, it still drives and rides very comfortable.
Alex, can you make a comparison video: Tucson Hybrid vs Santa Fe Hybrid?
Very practical car with excellent specs. Love it
Thanks Alex for continuing to make amazing videos. I have been impressed with your (and other) review of the Tucson and Sante Fe hybrids. I like their looks both inside and out. But in the end, we chose the Toyota Venza hybrid. So far averaging around 39 mpg (have had trips that averaged 58 mpg) from day 1. Our main concern with Hyundai has been with problems some Hyundai's have had with their engines and problems that friends have had with their own Hyundai's. I really hope the Tuscon and Sante Fe systems/engines end up being reliable and I'll look at them next time. Mind you we kept our last 2 cars 17 (Mazda Protege) and 15 (Acura TSX) years, respectively and even then, they were both running perfectly! Hopefully we'll get the same reliability with the Venza.
I've had nothing but problems with my 2020 Hyundai Ioniq with repeated electronics failures; the same parts have failed multiple times. I'm supposed to hear from Hyundai this week on a buyback offer. I'd like a hybrid SUV, but not sure I can do a Hyundai again. I really love the Venza (and my old Prius was very good to me), but they are $4k over sticker right now!
I get the perceived drivability benefit, but I wouldn’t want to deal with the long term issues of a turbocharger and automatic transmission. Atkinson cycle 4cyl and e-CVT are pretty bulletproof. My escape awd sits at over 40mpg average at 18,000 miles, about half of which is with a mountain bike on a hitch rack. The interior and styling are due for a refresh tho.
I have a plug in Ford Escape, so they do exist. Getting around 42 miles on a full charge on EV.
They don’t exist in AWD guise.
Thanks for your introduction of this fine new car! We ordered middle of september a Tucson Plug-in-Hybrid in Prime-Version (color Teal Blue). Now we have to wait till middle of february 2022.... 13 years we drive a BMW X3 3.0 diesel ... Can't await the "rolling computer" ... much is to learn ! Handwave from Germany ;o)) 🚙
Surprised to hear about it retaining the torque converter; I thought Hyundai parallel hybrids dropped the torque converter and just put an electric motor where it used to sit.
Exactly. Hyundai's hybrid system has no torque converter. It is replaced with the motor and the engine clutch... So, when you feel Hyundai's hybrid systems are comfortable and smooth, you must know that many customers has beta-tested the system about 10 years even paying their own money.
No torque converter nor does it use the engine clutch to shift gears. It uses a motor to sync ice and trans RPM before the gear engages. System was introduced 2 years ago.
@@cah95046 It has the engine clutch not to shift gears but to attach and detach the engine's power to the vehicle. You can see this here : ua-cam.com/video/YLovTNtUUn4/v-deo.html
@@darrellkim7851 yes, you are correct
I haven't driven the Ioniq but I kind of wish this had the dual clutch for the efficiency. I'm driving a 2014 Focus right now so I imagine it would feel much better than what I am used to.
Alex, You keep saying, "If you want to be able to plug in your......." Any vehicle can be plugged in, just ask a Canadian where to buy a block heater. On a more serious note, I hope someone at Toyota is taking notes on the generous amount of leg room many of their direct competitors offer.
Why? The sakes tell the real story. Rav4’s legroom is plenty for everyone, despite being less than some other competitors. Why are you always trolling in your comments, on every single video?
Awesome review. I am currently looking into new cars and commute over 17, so was especially excited seeing you driving around some of my other local roads!
Bigger is not necessarily better Alex. Some people live in the city where driving big vehicles is cumbersome and burdensome.
I would rather have a planetary gear instead of an automatic transmission for longevity. Hopefully the E AWD will improve in the future but I've seen the Rav4 Prime do really well in AWD videos. The Black plastic touch buttons are nasty but the exterior looks great.
Toyota's EAWD has no center clutch that wears over time nor does it have rear diff fluid to change. No maintenance on the EAWD.
Toyota’s eAWD is pretty capable here… ua-cam.com/video/BmjOguDFCNk/v-deo.html
Tucson is more dynamic than Santa Fe because of Santa Fe weight while the emgines are the same. Had test drive of both noiced that difference immediately. Picked up Tucson after all. Plugin version :-)
I really like the Tuscon but I do have two issues with it: way too much piano black on the infocenter and the odd iPad style instrument cluster that seems to just be sitting there.
Get the Santa Fe hybrid then
I rather like the instruments. It's different, but perfectly functional.
Just the opposite for me. I think both those things make the car look sharp!
Great review, I’ve been waiting for this one for months
god i love that intro music everytime i hear it, retro and awesome, great vid as always
Thanks Alex for all the comments about all the cars that you have evaluated, they are a great help for everyone, very good job, the only doubt I have is why in most of the comparisons between the SUVs you do not include the VW tiguan?
As good as it looks on the outside, the infotainment area is horrendous. Touch controls for A/C and stereo with piano black! Name a worse duo
That's the reason to get Santa Fe :-)
I love it. To each their own
Just traded my 2020 RAV4 limited Hybrid in for the 2022 Tucson Limited Hybrid. I am very happy with the Tucson and while I do see a difference in fuel economy - the Tucson gets a little less MPG than my RAV did but it isn't too much less...went from about 39-46MPG in the RAV with my average being closer to 40-41 to about 37-38MPG in the Tucson so far. I've only had the Tucson for 3 days but have driven about 260 miles (the dealership that had the Tucson was 78 miles away from me - so that added miles immediately. The Tucson seat is more comfortable to me than the RAV and my husband has better head clearance in the Tucson than he did in the RAV. My husband also loves having the power passenger seat in the Tucson - which wasn't available in the RAV and was surprising since we bought the RAV with all the bells and whistles available except for the panoramic sunroof (we wanted that feature but it just wasn't available when we were looking.) I am super happy with the Tucson!
Can you please share what MPG you are getting now?
Wow great review... As usual!
Alex, the SEL convenience Hybrid gets 19 inch alloy wheels as well as the other goodies you mentioned.
:)
Another great review!
3:30 I'd rather have Toyota's eAWD for the reliability. Mechanical AWD eventually breaks.
And this is not even as capable as the rav4 awd
Mechanical AWD breaks, and is far less efficient, and heavier.
Toyota's EAWD also doesn't have clutch sending power to rear. Also no diff fluid to change on the rear EAWD. Zero maintenance, Iike it.
@@James-il3tq I could not agree more.
I drove a Toyota Venza which is the same platform as a RAV4 hybrid in 9 in of snow and just deliberately drove it hard jerking the wheel and mashing the accelerator on and off trying to make it get squirrely and I simply could not get it to misbehave and not send power to the back wheels faster than I could jerk the wheel and stomp around on the gas and brake pedals.
It's lightning fast.
@@Reu_ag I enjoy Alex's reviews, but when it comes to testing the all-wheel drive capability I watch driving sports TV. I'd like to see what he has to say about this vehicle.
Was waiting for your review on Hybrid Tucson Thank you!!
Hey Alex, I make an appointment to Hyundai Dealer to check the rear brake at the passenger side of my new 2022 Tucson Hybrid Ultimate, the parking brake get stuck and drag the wheel before it will release the brake. I also purchased 160km extended warranty, but the service department told me, it should be less than 2,500km to be covered by warranty.
1.6 turbo hybrid motor in ioniq would be fun, car in sport mode is different character completely. Santa Fe also has real buttons which I prefer.
Yeah, the Ioniq was made specifically as a Prius competitor, trying to get the highest possible mpg. It is a bit compromised because of that. What with the Ioniq5 imminent it appears Hyundai will try to use the Ioniq name for BEVs, and I expect the current Ioniq model will die in a year or two and not be replaced. They'll have hybrid versions of enough other models by then.
The Ford Escape is a mix between Toyota and Hyundai Philosophy. Ford has a planetary gearbox like Toyota and A Physical transmission shaft to the rear transmission ( used also on the Bronco Sport) Only thing I couldn't discover, I HOPE ALEX MANAGES, is to know if Ford uses Port and direct injection (like Toyota) and a chain for the cammes, Looks like it still uses a belt and compered to a chain it is more maintenance.
After the nightmare business tactics that Volkswagen adopted, my attempt to get an ID4 led me straight to this car. Faster, better features, more space, and now thanks to this video I'll never be able to find one in stock!
Please explain in detail what happened. I felt the ID4 was a steal of a car, but the infotainment is bad and the screens appear to be laggy.
@@ayushmalpeddi2793 I think he’s talking about dieselgate and the April Fools 2020 failure
I wrote a long comment but it got deleted. Don't know what happened but I was really pissing on VW.
Had a2020 kona with 1.6 turbo and 7 speed dual clutch, now have 2022 Tucson hybrid, same motor 6 speed auto which I like much better.
Love your work. Keep it up....
I test drove this...it feels quick! Good powertrain. But lots of negatives...turn signals that are too low and can be obscured when in traffic/at a light. Piano black plastic. Lack of physical buttons. And now, tons of recalls to worry about with Hyundai/Kia. Plus, the styling is cool but very aggressive, and may age poorly.
The Santa Fe hybrid felt noticeably nicer, especially the center stack. It's just slightly slower-feeling due to the heavier weight, but feels more substantial and smooth over bumps.
But again....those engine recalls....
Remember it has a 10 year warranty. That should compensate
@@naveenthemachine Ok but I don't want my car to catch on fire regardless
Hyandai offers longer warranty because they know customers worry about reliability which is average. I'd rather have a car that I trust will get me A to B well after 100,000 warranty is up.
Santa Fe, but I’m waiting for the plug in hybrid reviews to surface. Does the Santa Fe PHEV cargo space take a big hit compared to the hybrid like the Tucson?
I picked up a Santa Fe PHEV last night. Literally owned it for less than 12 hours so I can’t give a ton of thoughts right now, but I believe the cargo space is basically unchanged since the battery is under the front seats.
I’m not certain on the mechanics of why but it is worth noting that the rear legroom loses an inch from the regular model to the hybrid and another inch to the PHEV. For normal people that probably isn’t an issue but I’m a leggy 6’4” and so it’s pretty tight sitting behind myself in this car whereas the non-hybrid I test drove a couple months ago was comfortable.
@@sebastiancohnify thanks for the reply! Glad to hear they are becoming available.
According to Hyundai, the cargo capacity with both rear seats up and down, is the same for all versions of the Santa Fe. So, no difference between ICE, Hybrid and PHEV. However, passenger volume drops from 111.5 cu ft in ICE, to 110.2 cu ft in Hybrid, to 108.5 cu ft in Plug-in. This is reflected in the smaller rear seat legroom, as has already been mentioned.
The difference between this and the RAV4 is
The RAV4 will last four times as long
I wouldn't sleep on Hyundai. Yes, Hyundai is relatively new to hybrids and it remains to be seen how well this Tucson does in reliability. However, past antecedents suggest that the Tucson will be one of the more reliable vehicles on the market.
@@Okoro17 and the long warranty helps too
@@naveenthemachine Absolutely.
Maybe not 4x as long but 2x as long is pretty likely. Hyandais start having powertrain issues 100-200k miles. Toyota's typically 300k+ miles before any major repairs
@@James-il3tq There are many Hyundai vehicles that make it past 300,000 miles easily.
An excellent addition to already excellent video content would be headlight and night driving visibility evaluations!
I test drove the regular gas one and boy was that a let down. Underpowered and honestly even tho its suppose to be bigger then the outgoing model the space allocation for the interior was pretty cramp. Hope to test drive the Hybrid or Plugin hybrid, these SUV's really need more power instead of these tiny turbo engines.
I really hope Hyundai sends you the plug-in version soon Alex. I'm already seeing videos of it from overseas reviewers. They're saying that it has 265 horsepower and an adaptive suspension. Man, that's going to be quite a package if it is offered like that in the U.S.
Hope Toyota has an answer to that with a Rav4 or Venza model refresh. The interior of the Hyundai is already way better and they will offer different color interiors for their plug-in models unlike Toyota's black only option for the Rav4 Prime. I'd love to get the Rav4 Prime in white with the nutmeg interior but, oh well. Thank goodness for being able to have other options to consider.
I'm not sure if he'll see one in Texas... Plug-in versions are limited both in number AND LOCATION... they're basically shipping 99% of the Plug-ins to states/cities with extensive (plug-in station) roadside support, such as California and New York. I live in Florida and my dealerships said we probably won't be seeing the plug in during 2022... maybe when they become more the norm instead of the exception.
4:13 how does regen work in this motor configuration? does energy travel back through the AT to the electric motor/generator?
@alexonautos Can you please let me know which one should I buy ? Mazda CX-5 or Tucson Hybrid Limited ? I am inclined toward Tucson Hybrid, but have doubts over its resale value after 3-5 years ? Will Tucson Hybrid get good resale value after 3-5 years ?
Nice air vents; similar looking to the GV70.
For whatever it’s worth Consumer Reports gives the following scores on competing vehicles OVERALL:
Tucson Hybrid-84
Santa Fe Hybrid-84
CRV Hybrid-81
RAV4 Hybrid-72
RAV4 Prime-79
ROAD TEST SCORES:
Tucson Hybrid-92
Santa Fe Hybrid-86
CRV Hybrid-80
RAV4 Hybrid-76
RAV4 Prime-85
Yes, just got my CR magazine today! Interesting that the Tucson road test score is so much higher than the Santa Fe; I can only attribute that to the better fuel economy of the Tucson.
For those wondering, here are ratings for the other hybrid SUVs that come up.
OVERALL
Ford Escape-50 (reliability is in the tank)
Toyota Venza-78
ROAD TEST
Ford Escape-82
Toyota Venza-75
I don’t agree with CR on all of their assessments and some of their calculations of cargo space etc get weird but I do think these ratings largely reflect my experience of all these vehicles-though I never was able to drive an Escape Hybrid or Prime as both are non-existent right now.
@@mark8684 I think it’s also because handling, acceleration and MPG are better in the Tucson. And at a lower price than Santa Fe for very little trade off in interior room and cargo space-in fact as some reviewers have noted there seems to be more second row legroom in the Tucson and the cargo space is probably more in the Tucson if you don’t remove the floor like Alex does in his Santa Fe review.
As an update, Consumer Reports has changed their ratings after owners have encountered issues with the Santa Fe. Overall rating for the Santa Fe hybrid is 64 and Overall rating for the Tucson hybrid is 93. Initial reliability has been excellent with the Tucson. Check their latest info and see if the specific issues are relevant to your particular trim and engine.
so when does this powertrain make it into the Santa Cruz? Its MPG are abysmal right now vs “real” body on frame trucks (just not worth it from that standpoint at all), but including this drivetrain with AWD would make it a much more compelling alternative to a more traditional truck, and a slam-dunk winner over the Ford Maverick
True, or at least force Ford to intro an AWD Maverick. They have the same basic drivetrain in AWD form in the Escape, so it's definitely possible. Both would be very attractive options.
I also compaired the 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Limited to the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited. The Santa Fe interior is more premium than the Tucson, but the ride quality in the Santa Fe was much too stiff, definitely inferior to the Tucson, Kai Sportage and the 2024 Honda CRV,
i drove Tucson hybrid and santafe both but i felt santafe lags little compared to Tucson the power pickup is instant and interior Tucson wins again
If the Hyundai Tucson shows to be reliable it may become the Hybrid of choice over the next number of years.
Note: I do fit in the Hyundai Tucson but not the Toyota Rav4.
How tall are you? I'm 6'0 and fit comfortably in the Rav4.
The driver’s seat was fine for me in the RAV4 but the passenger seat and the rear seats were not for me
At 6’3” . Egress & ingress in the passenger seat requires effort , like ducking. Not so in the Tucson. I am able to comfortably fit as a driver and passenger in all areas of the Tucson.
@@James-il3tq It's not my height its my girth that is the issue, I am quite a large guy.
@@glennclarke9442 others have said the head restraint on the Tucson is too low for tall drivers, do you have any Tucson seat discomfort? I’m driving a 2019 Audi Q5, with the heated/cooled sport seats with the thigh extension - a incredibly comfortable seat which is why I bought the Q5. Q5 lease is coming due, and the Q5 has no adaptive cruise control, Lane keeping assist, considering top trim Tucson.
I’m in brand new Tucson hybrid now 1000 miles so far but average MPG is 25 MPG, and I’m not even driving fast I’m driving very careful and trying to get good mpg, I was expecting at least 35 average MPG combined but so far I’m disappointed with fuel efficiency
Great review… can’t decide of Tucson or z Santa Fe
I got the Tucson hybrid limited 2 weeks back. Coming from a Acura RDX 2020, I love this suv. Its so smooth, awesome pickup especially in sports mode and hybrid mpg. And lots of space.
I also went from an Acura RDX (2012) to Limited Hybrid .love the hybrid!
Wow. That's saying a lot that you like the Tucson Hybrid coming from an RDX? How do you compare the two as far as ride comfort, acceleration, handling seat comfort?
Hyundai does not have a true central lock. It's just a fake lock mode using esp. many others had already tested it. On other market including Canada, they have a "terrain mode" which, according to Hyundai, cannot be used in the US due to some legal stuff
The Tucson is already large enough, why would I want an even larger vehicle and pay more for it?
I drove the previous gen Tucson, which is smaller then this new gen, as a rental for a few days. It was large enough.
We looked at both, for us there are two main pros for Santa Fe - more premium feel and physical buttons. And the price difference is not that big
Seats are better in the Santa Fe, especially for the driver in the upper trims.
I drive an Ioniq Hybrid and it regularly gives my over 54mpg. I wanted to go electric but I'm really not happy with any of EV models in the market as of now, so I'm happy with the Ioniq hybrid.
I can only get about 42 in my 2020 Ioniq. I've had nothing but problems with repeated electronics failures; the same parts have failed multiple times. I'm supposed to hear from Hyundai this week on a buyback offer. I'd like a hybrid SUV, but not sure I can do a Hyundai again.
I wish I was getting the kind of mileage on my fully loaded 2022 Tucson Hybrid that you indicated in your video. I'm seeing about 24 mpg on the highway. No where close to the 36 you mentioned.
Based on the style and room, I would buy the Santa Fe instead of the Tucson. I currently drive a 2017 Santa Fe and the passenger and cargo room is great.
ALEX! I need your advice! I've had nothing but problems with my 2020 Hyundai Ioniq with repeated electronics failures; the same parts have failed multiple times. I'm supposed to hear from Hyundai this week on a buyback offer. I'd like a hybrid SUV, but not sure I can do a Hyundai again. Thoughts?
Go with Toyota
Hey Alex!! Thank you so much for your detailed videos. They helped make our decision to buy a Hyundai Tucson Blue Hybrid. One feature we don't remember you mentioning and it's a big part of this vehicle is the backup beeper. We did test drive before buying, but for some reason, we didn't back up a lot, so we didn't think anything of the beeping then. Now, it is extremely annoying and makes me regret our purchase. I really like the car otherwise. There are a few other convenience features that are annoying, like not being able to close the hatch from inside, not being able to scroll through my preset radio stations, and not having a proximity backup sensor. I have found videos and chats that offer ways to decrease the backup beeping, but I wondered what you would recommend? Thank you! C&A
Wow... Interesting that the biggest competitor for the Tucson is another Hyundai! Thanks for the great video and review... I'm going to keep the Santa Fe on my short list.
Mention also, that the second row seats latch in the folded position ..so that they're flat ..
I shop tried both for the hybrid 2022 Tucson and 2021 Santa Fe…both are superior cars compare its class….getting lately the Santa Fe I really enjoy almost every day going to work….almost all you want from every car like style,comfort,safety,technology and value for money are there!….
Alex you really do a great job
Aww! Thanks!
Glad I stumbled across you. I'll be subscribing, for sure.
I LOVE my 2022 Tucson Hybrid but I'm sure NOT getting 37 MPG. So far not more the 30 MPG.Don't know if it's the break in period, COLD outside or I drive it FAST. Guessing ALL above?
tucson is hard to beat im enjoying mine 1 month old
Not a big crossover fan but if I had to get one this would be one of my top choices
I mean you can rig a 6 or 8 cylinder sedan to do crossover stuff. I do it all the time with my legacy. It has plenty of roof with a roof rack and a tow hitch cargo tray
Wired CarPlay is very worth it given it’s actually good car play and not garbage like all new fords
Thanks for another great video,. I have one and unfortunately, it has a very far from EPA-mpg. I average 27/28 mpg during the winter and 30/31 mpg summer, all eco mode and very gentle driving, no hwy speed above 70 mph.
Well done! Smaller and better styling- Tucson for me!