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2012 Hyundai Tucson GL4dr Front-wheel Drive |
2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS4dr Front-wheel Drive |
2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited4dr Front-wheel Drive |
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i4dr All-wheel Drive |
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(2012 Hyundai Tucson 4dr FWD shown)
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*Does not include customer cash-back incentives or options |
$18,630* | $21,336* | $23,570* | $22,160* |
| MSRP | $19,145 | $22,295 | $24,995 | $21,995 |
| Destination Charge | $825 | $825 | $825 | $825 |
| Invoice Price | $18,452 | $21,445 | $23,760 | $20,811 |
| Total List Price | $19,970 | $23,120 | $25,820 | $22,820 |
| Available Engines | 165-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas) | 170-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas) 176-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas) | 170-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas) 176-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas) | 170-hp, 2.5-liter H-4 (regular gas) |
| Available Transmissions | 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual 5-speed manual w/OD | 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual | 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual | 6-speed CVT w/OD and auto-manual 6-speed manual w/OD |
| Fuel Economy City | 20 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Fuel Economy Highway | 26 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 29 mpg |
| NHTSA Crash Test Data | ||||
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| IIHS Crash Test Data | ||||
| Side, Driver Torso | Good | Good | Good | Driver Torso |
| Side, Driver Pelvis/Leg | Good | Good | Good | Driver Pelvis/Leg |
| Rear, Dynamic Rating | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Side, Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | Good | Good | Good | Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Right Leg/Foot | Good | Good | Good | Right Leg/Foot |
| Side, Driver Head and Neck | Good | Good | Good | Driver Head and Neck |
| Side, Rear Passenger Head Protection | Good | Good | Good | Rear Passenger Head Protection |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Restraints | Good | Good | Good | Restraints |
| Side, Rear Passenger Head and Neck | Good | Good | Good | Rear Passenger Head and Neck |
| Side, Rear Passenger Torso | Good | Good | Good | Rear Passenger Torso |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Structure/safety cage | Good | Good | Good | Structure/safety cage |
| Rear, Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Side, Structure/safety cage | Acceptable | Acceptable | Acceptable | Structure/safety cage |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Chest | Good | Good | Good | Chest |
| Rear, Overall Rear | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Other, Roof Strength | Good | Good | Good | Roof Strength |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Left Leg/Foot | Good | Good | Good | Left Leg/Foot |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Overall Front | Good | Good | Good | Overall Front |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Head/Neck | Good | Good | Good | Head/Neck |
| Side, Overall Side | Good | Good | Good | Overall Side |
| Side, Driver Head Protection | Good | Good | Good | Driver Head Protection |
| Overview | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Safety Overview
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driver and passenger front impact airbags, rear center 3 point seatbelt, ABS brakes, immobilizer | driver and passenger front impact airbags, rear center 3 point seatbelt, ABS brakes, immobilizer | driver and passenger front impact airbags, rear center 3 point seatbelt, ABS brakes, immobilizer | driver and passenger front impact airbags, rear center 3 point seatbelt, ABS brakes, immobilizer |
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Drive-Type Overview
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front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
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Audio Overview
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Standard: AM/FM/Satellite, clock, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 6, integrated roof antenna |
Standard: AM/FM/Satellite, clock, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 6, integrated roof antenna, radio steering wheel controls |
Standard: AM/FM/Satellite, clock, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 6, integrated roof antenna, radio steering wheel controls |
Standard: AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 4, integrated roof antenna, radio steering wheel controls |
| Available: clock |
Available: clock |
Available: AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 7, amplifier, radio steering wheel controls |
Available: 6 |
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| N/A | N/A | Available: clock |
N/A | |
| N/A | N/A | Available: AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder |
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| Interior | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Air conditioning, front
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manual | manual | dual zone front automatic | manual |
| Air filter | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Auxiliary visors
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dual | dual | dual | dual |
| Cargo concealed storage | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo net | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Cargo tie downs | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Clock
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in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-dash |
| Compass | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Cruise control | N/A | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Cup holders
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front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front |
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Gear shift knob trim
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plastic/rubber | leather | leather | Standard: urethane |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: leather/metal-look |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: leather/aluminum |
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12V DC power outlet
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3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
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Overhead console
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mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
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Floor console
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full | full | full | full |
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Floor mats
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Available: carpeted front & rear |
Available: carpeted front & rear |
Available: carpeted front & rear |
carpeted front & rear |
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Front windows
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power | power | power | power |
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Rear windows
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power | power | power | power |
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1-Touch Window Up
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N/A | driver | driver | N/A |
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1-Touch Window Down
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driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Programmable garage door opener | Available | Available | Standard | Available |
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Instrumentation
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digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip computer | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water temp gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low fuel warning | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior temperature display | N/A | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - glovebox | N/A | Standard | Standard | N/A |
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Lighting - map lights
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front | front | front | front |
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Lighting - dome light
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fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Lighting - cargo light | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Illuminated vanity mirrors
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N/A | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | N/A |
| Rear window defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Rearview mirror
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Standard: day-night |
Standard: day-night |
auto-dimming day-night | Standard: day-night |
| Available: auto-dimming day-night |
Available: auto-dimming day-night |
N/A | Available: auto-dimming day-night |
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Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors
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driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
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Fuel door release
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mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Retained accessory power | Standard | Standard | Standard | N/A |
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Seatback storage pockets
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N/A | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Tilt-Wheel adjustable steering column | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Steering wheel material
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plastic/vinyl | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | urethane |
| Seats | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Front seat type
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bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
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Seating capacity
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5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
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Front seat driver direction controls
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6-way | 6-way | 8-way power | 6-way |
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Front passenger seat direction controls
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4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
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Lumbar support
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N/A | N/A | driver | N/A |
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Front armrests
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center | center | center | center |
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Front head restraints
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adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt |
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Heated front seats
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N/A | N/A | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | N/A |
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Rear seats
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60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard | N/A |
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Rear head restraints
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3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
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Seat trim
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cloth | cloth/leatherette | leather | cloth |
| Entertainment | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Radio
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AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan |
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CD player
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in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| MP3 capability | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary audio input | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering wheel audio controls | N/A | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice recognition | N/A | N/A | Available | N/A |
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Speakers
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6 | 6 | Standard: 6 |
Standard: 4 |
| N/A | N/A | Available: 7 |
Available: 6 |
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| Amplifier | N/A | N/A | Available | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Navigation system
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N/A | N/A | Available: with voice activation |
N/A |
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1st row LCD screen
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N/A | N/A | Available: 1 |
N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | N/A | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Airbags, frontal
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driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
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Airbags, side impact
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seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
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Airbags, side curtain
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curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
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Airbags, knee protection
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N/A | N/A | N/A | driver |
| Occupant sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Traction control
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ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
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Height adjustable safety belts
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front | front | front | front |
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Seatbelt pretensioners
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front | front | front | front |
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Headlights
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halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
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Exterior light control
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auto off | auto off | fully automatic | auto off |
| Delay off headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Headlight washer | Standard | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Daytime running lights | N/A | N/A | N/A | Standard |
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Door curb lights
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N/A | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| Illuminated entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking assist | N/A | N/A | Available | N/A |
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Remote keyless entry
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keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Panic alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Door locks
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power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Rear child safety door locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content theft-deterrent alarm system | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition disable | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First aid kit | Available | Available | Available | N/A |
| Low tire pressure warning | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Warranty | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Warranty - Basic (mths/miles)
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60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 36/36,000 |
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Warranty - Power Train (mths/miles)
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120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 60/60,000 |
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Warranty - Corrosion/Perforation (mths/miles)
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84/unlimited | 84/unlimited | 84/unlimited | 60/unlimited |
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Warranty - Roadside Assistance (mths/miles)
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60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 36/36,000 |
| Exterior | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Antenna
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integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof |
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Body material
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fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | galvanized steel/aluminum |
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Paint
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clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
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Bodyside moldings
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N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: body-colored |
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Grille trim
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body-colored | body-colored | body-colored w/chrome accents | Standard: with chrome bar |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: black w/body-color surround |
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Fog/driving lights
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N/A | N/A | front | Available: front |
| Door count | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
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Rear cargo door
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liftgate | liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
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Tinted windows
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deep | deep | deep | light |
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Rear window type
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fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
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Mirrors
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dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | Standard: dual power remote |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: power remote driver |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: power remote passenger |
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| Heated side mirrors | N/A | Standard | Standard | N/A |
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Mirrors, auto dimming
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N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: driver and passenger |
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Sunroof
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N/A | N/A | Available: 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
N/A |
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2nd row sunroof
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N/A | N/A | Available: fixed glass with sunshade |
N/A |
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Spoiler
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lip | lip | lip | N/A |
| Roof rack | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Roof rails | N/A | Standard | Standard | N/A |
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Tires
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P225/60HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/60HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/60HR17.0 BSW AS |
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Wheels
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Standard: 17" steel |
Standard: 17" silver aluminum |
Standard: 18" silver aluminum |
Standard: 17" steel |
| Available: steel |
Available: silver aluminum |
Available: silver aluminum |
Available: silver aluminum |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: steel |
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Spare tire and wheel
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compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
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Windshield wipers - front
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variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
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Rear window wipers
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fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval |
| Mud flaps | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Mechanical | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Engine
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2.0L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.5L H-4 |
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Engine - valvetrain
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DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
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Recommended fuel
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regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
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Brakes
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4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
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Antilock braking system (ABS)
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4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Drive type
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front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | all wheel |
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Exhaust
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stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
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Steering
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rack & pinion | rack & pinion | rack & pinion | rack & pinion |
| Speed sensitive steering | Standard | Standard | Standard | N/A |
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Suspension tuning
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regular | regular | regular | regular |
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Front suspension type
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strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front anti-roll bar | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Front shocks
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gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
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Front springs
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coil | coil | coil | coil |
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Rear suspension type
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multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | double wishbone |
| Rear anti-roll bar | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Rear shocks
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gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
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Rear springs
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coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Electronic stability system | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tiptronic automatic | Available | Standard | Standard | Available |
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Transmission
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Standard: 5-spd man w/OD |
6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | Standard: 6-spd man w/OD |
| Available: 6-spd auto w/OD |
N/A | N/A | Available: 6-spd CVT w/OD |
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Axle ratio
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Standard: 4.53 |
3.20 | 3.20 | Standard: 4.44 |
| Available: 3.68 |
N/A | N/A | Available: 3.70 |
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| Remote vehicle starting system | Available | Available | N/A | Available |
| Specifications | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Exterior length
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173.2 " | 173.2 " | 173.2 " | 180.9 " |
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Exterior body width
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71.7 " | 71.7 " | 71.7 " | 70.7 " |
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Exterior height
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65.2 " | 65.2 " | 65.2 " | 66.4 " |
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Engine
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2.0L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.5L H-4 |
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Horsepower
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165 @ 6,200 rpm | Standard: 176 @ 6,000 rpm |
Standard: 176 @ 6,000 rpm |
170 @ 5,800 rpm |
| N/A | Available: 170 @ 6,000 rpm |
Available: 170 @ 6,000 rpm |
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Torque
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146 @ 4,600 rpm | Standard: 168 @ 4,000 rpm |
Standard: 168 @ 4,000 rpm |
174 @ 4,100 rpm |
| N/A | Available: 163 @ 4,000 rpm |
Available: 163 @ 4,000 rpm |
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| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 compliant | N/A | N/A | N/A | Standard |
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Fuel economy - city
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20 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 22 mpg |
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Fuel economy - highway
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26 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 29 mpg |
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Bore-and-Stroke
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3.39 / 3.39 " | 3.46 / 3.82 " | 3.46 / 3.82 " | 3.70 / 3.54 " |
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Curb weight
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Standard: 3,139 lbs. |
3,197 lbs. | 3,318 lbs. | Standard: 3,296 lbs. |
| Available: 3,175 lbs. |
N/A | N/A | Available: 3,346 lbs. |
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Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
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4,365 lbs. | 4,497 lbs. | 4,497 lbs. | 4,480 lbs. |
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Payload
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N/A | N/A | N/A | 900 lbs. |
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Maximum Trailer Weight
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1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | Standard: 1,500 lbs. |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | Available: 2,400 lbs. |
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Wheelbase
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103.9 " | 103.9 " | 103.9 " | 103.9 " |
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Front track
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62.4 " | 62.4 " | 62.4 " | 60.9 " |
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Rear track
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62.4 " | 62.4 " | 62.4 " | 61.1 " |
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Turning radius
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17.3 ' | 17.3 ' | 17.3 ' | 17.4 ' |
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Drag coefficient
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.37 | .37 | .37 | .33 |
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Front legroom
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41.2 " | 41.2 " | 41.2 " | 43.0 " |
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Rear legroom
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38.7 " | 38.7 " | 38.7 " | 38.0 " |
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Front headroom
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39.4 " | 39.4 " | 39.4 " | 41.4 " |
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Rear headroom
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39.1 " | 39.1 " | 39.1 " | 39.8 " |
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Front hiproom
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55.5 " | 55.5 " | 55.5 " | 53.9 " |
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Rear hiproom
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53.4 " | 53.4 " | 53.4 " | 53.0 " |
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Front shoulder room
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57.1 " | 57.1 " | 57.1 " | 57.0 " |
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Rear shoulder room
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55.1 " | 55.1 " | 55.1 " | 56.5 " |
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Luggage volume
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25.7 cu.ft. | 25.7 cu.ft. | 25.7 cu.ft. | 34.4 cu.ft. |
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Luggage volume (max)
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55.8 cu.ft. | 55.8 cu.ft. | 55.8 cu.ft. | 74.7 cu.ft. |
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Passenger volume
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102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. | 113 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 15.9 gal. |




