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WORSE BETTERHyundai Tucson
The Tucson got a freshening for 2019, and it has done a lot of good.
The uplevel 2.4-liter engine is responsive and pleasant, but it’s not
fuel-efficient at 22 mpg overall. Forward collision warning, automatic
emergency braking, and lane keeping assist became standard. The
base 2.0-liter engine is underpowered and noisy. Thankfully, the 1.6-
liter turbo and the clunky transmission that came with it are gone.
Ride comfort is agreeable, with decent bump absorption. Handling is
responsive and secure, and noise suppression is par for the course.
Interior fit and finish is rather basic. Most versions come with a
power driver’s seat, which is a plus. The Tucson is quite roomy for a
compact SUV, and rear-seat room is decent. The touch screen packs
an easy-to-use infotainment system.Overall Score 64-65
Predicted Reliability 02
Owner Satisfaction 02
Road-Test Score 75-76
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 04Base Price: $23,200-$32,950
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: Limited, SE, SEL, Sport,
Ultimate, Value
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 2.0-liter 4 (164 hp); 2.4-liter
4 (181 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed automaticLength (in.)..................... 176
Width (in.) ......................73
Height (in.) ......................65
Wheelbase (in.) .................105
Weight (lb.) ..................3,520
% weight front/rear ...........59/41Max. Load (lb.) ................ 970
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 29.5
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........1,500Regular
CR overall mpg ...............22-24 Worse than average16 17 18
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02Hyundai Sonata
The redesigned Sonata has a sleek, coupe-like silhouette, with
headlights that extend up the hood. The cabin has some nice design
f lourishes, although we lament the use of buttons for the gear selec-
tor. An 8-inch touch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
compatibility comes standard. A panoramic sunroof, wireless
smartphone charging, heated and cooled front seats, and a premium
sound system are optional. Android phone users will be able to swap
the Sonata’s key for an app. There are two four-cylinder engines: a
180-hp, turbo 1.6-liter and a 191-hp, 2.5-liter. Both are coupled to an
eight-speed automatic transmission. Forward collision warning and
automatic emergency braking are standard, while, blind spot warn-
ing, lane centering, and rear cross traffic warning are optional.Overall Score NA
Predicted Reliability 04
Owner Satisfaction 03
Road-Test Score NA
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 04Base Price: $23,300-$34,000E
Body Styles: sedan
Trim Lines: Limited, SE, SEL, SEL Plus
Drive Wheels: Front
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 1.6-liter 4 turbo (180 hp);
2.5-liter 4 (191 hp)
Transmissions: 8-speed automaticLength (in.)..................... 193
Width (in.) ......................73
Height (in.) ......................57
Wheelbase (in.) ................. 112
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% weight front/rear .............NAMax. Load (lb.) .................NA
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 16
Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NARegular
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