The 2010 Hyundai Tucson is a compact crossover. In order to make a “green” car, Hyundai has reduced the number of cylinders to four without reducing the power output. In fact this newly designed four cylinder engine produces three horses more than the previous V6 engine. The new 2.4-liter inline-4 produces 176 horsepower and 168 pound-feet of torque. Also it is more fuel efficient than the older four cylinder. The EPA figures are: 21 mpg city/28 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined. The 2010 Tucson has freshened styling, and it has an international design background–it was conceptualized in the U.S., underwent final design in Frankfurt, Germany, and is built in Korea. As such, the 2010 Hyundai Tucson is best suited for singles or DINKs (dual income, no kids) who primarily want the elevated driving view that an SUV provides, and can live with an acceptable (rather than copious) amount of rear seat and cargo space. If you fancy yourself a cool mom, though, perhaps that trade-off could be worth it. The features in limited variant include: heated front seats, 18-inch wheels, an audio system with MP3 capability, a USB port, and an auxiliary jack; a power drivers’ seat, leather seats, a front windshield de-icer, keyless entry, fog lamps and a cargo cover.
