2013 Hyundai Tucson
Starting MSRP $19,395–$27,095
By Cars.com Staff
Cars.com National August 8, 2012Vehicle Overview
The Hyundai Tucson is a compact crossover that competes with the Nissan Rogue, Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester. It was redesigned for 2010 and comes standard with a manual transmission, though an automatic is offered. The Tucson seats five and is available with front- or all-wheel drive.
New for 2013
The midlevel GLS trim now comes standard with heated front seats, automatic headlights and fog lights. The uplevel Limited gains proximity-based keyless entry and push-button start.
Exterior
In terms of size and proportions, the Tucson is similar to the Rogue, and it's roughly the same size as the Forester, too. It features a hexagonal grille that some other Hyundai models sport, wraparound taillights and swept-back headlights. Exterior features include:
- Standard 17-inch wheels; optional 18-inch wheels
- Standard rear spoiler
- Optional panoramic moonroof
- Chrome grille accents and door handles on Limited models
Interior
Tucsons come standard with power windows, folding side mirrors and remote keyless entry. There are also 12-volt power outlets in the front of the cabin and the cargo area, an armrest storage bin, map pockets and a flip-down rear armrest with cupholders. Interior features include:
- Standard blue lighting for gauges
- Standard cloth seats; optional leather seating surfaces
- Optional heated front seats
- Optional Bluetooth connectivity
- Optional steering-wheel audio controls
- Optional push-button start
Under the Hood
Base Tucsons are powered by a 165-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder, and GLS and Limited models have a 176-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. Mechanical features include:
- Front- or all-wheel drive
- Five-speed manual transmission standard
- Most models have a six-speed automatic
- Standard hill descent control
- Standard four-wheel-disc brakes
Safety
Standard safety features include:
- Antilock brakes
- Electronic stability system with traction control
- Six airbags including side curtain airbags with rollover sensors
- Active front head restraints
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