I enjoyed your through mechanical reviews. You have your own style. No need to go over same route as doug or other youtubers that just state their own mind about design. Please keep your own style and dig deep into mechanical because you have the knowledge Sir.
You are way too critical of this vehicle. I am sure if you owned one of these and drove it you would have a different opinion. I have owned one for 2 years and it did take a bit of getting used to but it has been a pleasure to drive and very intuitive. You never mentioned the safety features, adaptive steering, adaptive cruise control, and vehicle hold button. These are my favourite features you failed to mention. I live in Canada (cold) it and if you use heated seats or steering wheel the engine stays off in EV, however if you turn on cabin heat the engine starts and runs at idle to supply heat not taking away from your EV range. Contrary to your statement this vehicle is very smooth and I like the shifting, no CVT for me thanks. The only time I can feel the engine stat is when it is not moving. You also forgot to mention that on the infotainment system you have steering wheel controls, no need to use touch controls and loose concentration from driving. I feel for a 30 min. review you failed on this vehicle stating your many dislikes of the design, I personally like it as many do. Also as a previous reviewer stated I bought this in Canada for approximately $10,000 to $14000 less than a RAV 4 PHEV. Possibly the best car I’ve owned for tech, comfort, and overall quality.
I enjoyed your channel because I used to drive a RAV4 and found your views fair. But now I drive a 2022 Hyundai Tucson PHEV and I find your review in this video to be unreasonably harsh. I have had this Tucson for about a year; I enjoy the design, I enjoy the interior, I enjoy the 52km EV range, I enjoy the fuel efficiency beyond the EV range, and I enjoy the smooth rides. Yes, there are things I don't like about this car but not as bad as you described here.
I agree. This video is very one sided and you can tell he is a Toyota guy. Same here Tuscan PHEV owner coming from a Lexus. I love it and consider it comfortable and a good family car.
I’m currently car shopping so I’ve been in and out of a lot of cars. I will say when I got in the Hyundai I was pleasantly surprised however once comparing to others I realized Hyundais are plastic so overall just ok
I had one of these! I owned a 2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Limited for approximately 5 months, I flew out to New Jersey and drove it back home to Oklahoma since Hyundai only sold these models in certain states at the time of purchase in July 2022 and New Jersey was the only place I found one. This vehicle was replacing my 2022 Tucson Hybrid Limited.... I loved my Tucson Hybrid so much I wanted the Plug-In version. Well it turned out to be a nightmare.... The vehicle would randomly stop accelerating in EV mode. The battery would have a sufficient charge, the gasoline engine would start maxing out RPMs but the vehicle would not accelerate. This happened multiple times without warning. No error lights or warning messages were displayed. The Tucson could be restarted and the issue would repeat itself. I took the Tucson PHEV to the dealer 8 times and the dealer was able to replicate the issue but were not aware of why the vehicle was behaving this way. The dealer reached out to a regional tech who could still not diagnose the issue. Hyundai Corporate stated the vehicle was operating as intended and directed the dealer to give the vehicle back to me. The service manager refused to give the vehicle back to me as it was a safety/reliability concern as he was unable to get the vehicle out of his parking lot under its own power. After much back and forth and ultimately hiring an attorney, Hyundai was forced to buy the vehicle back from me. I later searched the VIN online and saw the vehicle for sale as a Lemon/Buyback car at an Arkansas Hyundai dealer, I wonder what they did to get it back on the road and really hope the vehicle does not compromise the safety of the new owner. I really liked my Tucson, unfortunately I cannot recommend the 2022 Tucson or the Hyundai brand at this point. This was my 5th brand new Hyundai, first one I had major issues with, but the manufacturer proved themselves unwilling to stand behind their product. The long warranties on these vehicles mean nothing if the manufacturer doesn't stand behind it.
How much value did you lose on the 2022 Hybrid trading it in? I have a 2023 Tucson PHEV and it appears it has already lost about 25% of its value as a trade since purchased 5 months ago. My last hybrid (2021 Highlander Hybrid Platinum) appreciated 10% over 2 years- obviously pandemic related. Yes, I sold it to a dealership for more than what I paid new. Tucson has been 100% reliable over 5 months save a phantom check engine light that I think may be related to the gas cap. Nothing concerning in the least other than somewhat lackluster fuel economy in colder temps around town. In moderate temps of like 40 degrees, I just turn the HVAC off and use the heated seat and steering wheel so engine doesn't come on. I think Hyundais are generally pretty reliable, but feel they have a higher lemon rate than most. The worst part about Hyundai is all the recalls and the backed up service departments as a result. 6-7 weeks for an appt around Boston. Kia dealerships interestingly are 1-2 weeks.
I love the review! Thank you 😊 I love the attention to detail. Re: design… to each their own. I find their look distinctive and refreshing. Re: volume control. You’re right, the volume buttons will be annoying to use over time which is why most drivers will probably use the buttons on the steering wheel. I wish you got into the mechanicals and the tech a bit more. I’d love to hear your take on those.
I enjoy the channel but tbh, this “review” was not very in depth and overly focused on nitpicky subjective/visual observations. The car wasn’t even driven. There are some valid points but at the same time a lot of the opinions are definitely outliers and don’t echo the majority of other reviews and user opinions on this vehicle, and there is some irony with the rav4 comparisons which is widely criticized for its dated and boring interior, infotainment/tech, driving experience, etc…things most other reviews praise the new Tuscon for. Then of course if you’re comparing plug-in to plug-in there is the fact that the RAV4 prime is a significantly more expensive vehicle. I currently have an ICE RAV4 Limited and have never owned a Hyundai but the “strange and incomplete” title and final consensus here seemed unusually negative without a lot of reason or coverage of the overall features, mechanics, and performance for the money. I’ve been looking into hybrids/plug-ins and while every vehicle has pros and cons, the overall consensus on the Tuscon plug-in is very positive everywhere else. This is also the first time I’ve seen the drive/hybrid system described as clunky…again that’s the opposite of other reviews. As mentioned, the reliability is probably the big question mark but overall I have to say that the Tuscon seems to deliver more bang for the buck and a more modern feature set/design compared to the RAV4, and most others in the segment for that matter.
I have test driven the Ultimate model twice in the UK, (two dufferent vehicles) and to hear the transmission described as clunky is totally staggering to me as I never felt a single gear change on any of them.
Too much nitpicking here... I have the 2022 HEV for 18 months and I am more than happy with it... Nothing strange or inconvenient, very fun to drive, very comfortable and practical... 27:00 From what you said here I can conclude that you might have a faulty car to test... Nothing like that I found while driving 4 different Tucson HEV/PHEV's, including mine. In normal drive in Eco you don't even know when the engine has started... Yes, as any classic automatic gearbox there is some delay when you push it out of the sudden, but it's just fine and predictable and when you get used to this car there are no issues at all. One of the biggest reasons I got this car is indeed that it doesn't have a CVT. The only thing I can agree with you is that PHEV should have got some dedicated heating system.
As a Toyota master mechanic, I am not surprised you were quite critical of this model. Granted, the Tucson phev system doesn't quite measure up to the rav4 prime, as the Hyundai has a 13.8kw/h vs 18 kw/h for the Toyota respectively. However, here in Canada there is also a $10,000 difference between the two...if you can get a prime within the next 2-3 years. I currently own a 2020 rav4 xse hybrid, and I can tell you that Toyota is not without it's design peculiarities also. Not to mention the rav4 high voltage hybrid 'cablegate' disaster, which until recently Toyota refused to repair under warranty, and passed on the $7000 cad repair to its customers. If it appears that I am getting off track, it is due to the many comparative comments you make to the rav in your video, which seem designed to disparage the Hyundai compared to the competition. Why don't you review either the hybrid or phev models from each company side by each, and point out their individual feature sets? Besides being a much more credible means of identifying competing models strengths/weaknesses, you might end up being surprised at the outcome...
He doesnt have to disparage Hyundai/Kia's, their poor quality speaks for themeselves with poor engine build quality (metal flakes in engines), firehazards, transmissions issues, and usb breached thefts. Theyve set aside $2 Billion and counting for these. ruclips.net/video/uTBSZDMLXS0/видео.html My neighbor is on his 3rd Hyundai Tuscson engine. Covered under their 10 year warranty, which I suppose is why they needed such a warranty
@@garynair5143 You're right, Hyundai had/have a massive problem with their 2.4l engine from the 2013 or so era. Point is, he's not reviewing cars from 10 years ago, but rather a specific 2023 model, and comparing it to his beloved toyota. As mentioned, I have a 2020 rav xse hybrid, and to say that it is not without flaws would be highly inaccurate. The latest being the "cablegate" fiasco affecting hybrid powertrains, and for months Toyota refused to take responsibility for an issue affecting vurtually all hybrid rav4s! Only when a class-action lawsuit was filed did they decide to step up and honor their warranty, as they knew a court ruling would not favor them. So yes, Hyundai/Kia, like all manufacturers, have endured their share of quality mis-steps, but they have taken giant leaps in recent years, and are nipping at the heels of the established players in this highly competitive market.
I own a 2022 Tucson Hybrid, and the 1.6 turbo engine is extremely quick. I don't know how you can make some of these observations. There is no hesitation like you say. It is quick off the line, especially in sport mode when it uses less of the electric motor. There is immediate torque. the 6-speed automatic is excellent and smooth as well. You say it is clunky. That is not true. When the engine transitions from the electric motor it is seamless. You can't even feel the difference. the handoff between the two is completely unnoticeable. I'm not sure how you arrive at your opinion. smart mode is a feature that learns your driving habit and whether or not to use more or less electric motor. it's not as gimmicky as you think. But you chose not to mention any of these things. You forgot to mention the quality of the paint job and the precision of the gaps in the body. It's a well-built vehicle. Hyundai took some risks in their design and made something that doesn't look like every other cookie-cutter model on the road. There is always a critic though and that's your opinion. I would have changed some things too. No car is perfect but I find several inaccuracies in your review. Make sure to mention in your RAV 4 review how loud and whiny the CVT transmission is and how loud the cabin is. Be sure to mention that Toyota needs to update its interior and its outdated infotainment system. My friend owns the RAV 4 hybrid and we get the same gas mileage so if the CVT is supposed to help with that I'd rather have a traditional tranny. Thanks otherwise for your excellent channel and wise automotive wisdom.
My 2018 Camry LE has front turn signals to far center and no side ones. Also some manufacturers are turning on the reverse lights when you start the vehicle. All bad ideas that surprising made to production.
At least Hyundai and Kia are bringing some excitement to their designs that Toyota used to do. I remember people flipping out over the Matrix when it came out and saying similar things. Different and new.
Let me say this. I love the Car Care nut and his references to Mrs. Car Care nut. Best mechanic in my opinion. Scotty is great, too. Anyway, I traded 2017 Rav 4 for this brand new Tuscon Sel w/convenience. I like the comfortable ride and handling. I despise the touch button transmission, mine has a shifter and some physical buttons for audio and A/C. I get awesome mpg. Being a big Toyota fan since ‘06 I was nervous about getting this car. I looked at the AWD Camry well….the wait was too long. And you can’t see the physical car. No regrets with my purchase. I have a spare, too. I got more trade in than what I paid for the Rav, low interest, and an awesome warranty. I’m sure I would have bought the Camry XLE if I could have physically seen it and drive it. Tuscon rides and drives better especially on long trips.
He mentions the engine is loud when it kicks in. He also mentions it has a delay between pushing the gas and the engine kicking in. Has anyone else experienced this? The engine is super quiet when kicking in and I have yet to experience the slow response he mentions. Is there maybe something wrong with the one he test drove? If you watch any review on this car, they mention it’s much quieter then the Rav 4. What’s going on here?
I've owned a 2022 hybeid tucson SEL for nearly two years and have no significant complaints. The controls were a challenge, but i'm 81 years old and a combination of less than agile dexterity as well as memory slowed my adaptation to the vehicle. Nevertheless. I'm thoroghly pleased. Acceleration is more than adquate when I merge onto freeways with the 1.6L turbo, mpg is very good, plus the car is roomy.
Me too! Not a Hybrid though. There must be quite a few people who love it because I’m seeing many of them on the road. I wish people would stop buying them because I like having a vehicle that stands out against the rest that have boring design.
I owned 2022 Tucson Hybrid "Ultimate", a month after I received my new Tucson. I received a recall letter from Hyundai Canada called (Campaign Service C0448) and suspension is too stiff. The dealer I purchased this new SUV told me the Hybrid battery is not cover by warranty, so why should I be happy or satisfied made by Hyundai?
Usually this guy gives good reviews but he seems very down on Hyundai. Snow covering up the headlights? The snow doesn’t pile up while you are driving. Who buys a car thinking they may have a problem if it needs body work? Most SUV’s have a windshield wiper where the logo is but he has an issue with that. Interior looks cheap? iPad instrument panel? Doesn’t like the lock, wants a toggle. Nit picks the seat belts. “Hybrid attached engine” this car is NOT slow off the line. It is not “clunky” It is very quiet for the class it competes in. I don’t think he actually drove this car. Not much about the engine, horsepower, turbo or the transmission. He sucked ass and missed the mark on this car.
Liked your review. But didn't find anything that felt too bad. Toyota looks too old. I agree on the paint shop part hassles with so many unwanted angles
mine does not feel clunky at all. I also want people to know that while in full EV mode the heating is very horrible in cold winters of Buffalo, NY. But that's only the first 33 miles after it is charged. Lastly, I absolutely love mine. Its a lease and that lease is almost up. I am so sad that I may be parting with this one. Thanks for the video.
I have one of these, a 2024 model and I say this guy is full of IT. I love this car and it has a six speed trans . Most of the time I don't even no if the gas motor is on or off , transition between the two is seamless. It does not have room for a spare tire under there, thats where the battery charger and the twelve volt battery is. located The fit and finish of this car is better than most I've owned.
I confused about this review.. Maybe your car was a pre-production model or they updated the engine software? I have owned this Tucson PHEV for little more than 3 weeks now and driven a little more than 2000 miles with it. The engine and transition between EV and hybrid/petrol mode are not noticable, it's super-smooth - no delays. And the different driving modes really makes a BIG difference, in sportmode it's super responsive but in ECO mode it's more conservative - just as you'd expect. It's not a rocket but it does 0-60 mph in just over 7 seconds, more than enough to give you a nice overtakes. Also had to check that thing about the backseat belts, they are not like in your video - they lay flat to the seat, just as in any car. 😂 Made a trip through Germany with a lot of autobahn, and the consumption was 6 liter/100 km or 39.20 U.S. MPG in average, without a charged battery, speeds up to 150 kmh / 93mph. I think thats pretty good numbers. If anyone have questions about this model I'm happy to answer.
@@4orrcountry Had the car for almost 13 months now. Driven 16000 miles, mostly longer trips -approx 85% of the mileage been long "non ev charged" trips, and the rest 15% been in EV mode around town and shorter 10-50 mile trips. My average consumption has been 47mpg or 5lit/100km. I think thats pretty good, considering I've driven much more in petrol mode on fast highways than I expected when I fist got the car. No issues with the car at all. I really like the smooth ride, its a quite comfortable car and yet a little bit sporty. The only thing I dont like is that the turning circle is quite wide. Driven much bigger cars that turns narrower. But that I can live with.😅
I've been driving Hyudai and Kia for over 20 years and never had a problem. I have to agree with you on the cheaping out of push buttons or touch on more and more . I hate the rotory transmission shifter and the touch controls on these. I dissagree I like the body looks on this.
One of my favourite features on our 19 Niro hybrid is the floor shifter . Buttons an rotary knobs suck in my opinion when they are a replacement for an actual shifter . And yeah I know that old style shifters are no longer necessary . It's what I'm used to and what I like .
I have a '24 Hybrid (not plug-in). The powertrain integration is excellent (that includes the adaptive cruise control). It gives you the power you ask for! Other than a small green "EV" on the dash, you don't notice the engine going on/off. I recently did an extended trip thru the mountains of WV. In my mind, that's a real world test for a hybrid. The powertrain response was really impressive! The gas engine supplemented by the electric motor was fine on all but the steepest grades. On those, the transmission downshifted willingly, barely noticeable. The mountain trip did make me wish it had a bigger hybrid battery. BTW, with my foot off the gas, the electric motor has enough regenerative braking to nicely control downhill (5% grade) speed.
I've seen a test drive in Kiev (Ukraine) with Tucson Hybrid and RAV4 Hybrid (not plug-in) head2head fuel consumption comparison. Both in the city and on the highway (same speed, one car followed the other one) the Tucson hybrid burned 1 liter of gas per 100km more than the RAV4 (was like 42.8MPG rav4 and 36.2MPG tucson). So the toyota hybrid system is way more efficient.
I don't know about all the fuss. Toyota this and Toyota that. I am not a big fan driving boxes. Love this car. All I know it takes less than 2 hours to charge and I only go to the gas station every 1000miles. Yeah, one more thing the back seats also recline, and it is powered by 263 ponies.
So this was a pointless video , you complained about the styling , thats your opinion , you complained about the interior , I don’t like those non buttons either , but it looks fine to me . I have a 19 Kia Niro hybrid , great car . I like the fact that it shifts . I watched the vid on the Chrysler Pacifica, and I agree , Chrysler makes iffy cars . But most of your complaining about this Tuscon were personal gripes . Our Niro by the way has been flawless over three and a half years . One thing is the plug in versions of the Korean twins have had a few more issues than the hybrids . I don’t think that I would go near the Chrysler hybrids . For me , Toyota , Ford , Korean twins or Honda .
While I like this guys' usual in-depth reviews, I do feel a bit disappointed by this one. He doesn't go into his usual in-depth details about the engine or under the car, which is quite disappointing if you want to learn about how the hybrid is laid out or functions in this car. It is disappointing to see him nitpick so many details that don't really matter. The ergonomic design, I'm sure, will cause issues with repairs, but whether you like the design is a very subjective thing. I personally love the design as it stands out from other cars, which are mostly quite boring, both on the exterior and interior. The turn signal thing does kind of suck and it would have cool to be able to mod it to work sequentially like some Mustangs are modded to do , but it is at the height of a normal car and it's not like you will see yourself while driving so it's not a huge deal. The capacitive buttons and the button shifter do suck, but are both going to be redone in the 2025 model year, which will also make use of the extra space by moving the wireless charging pad to a more accessible area right where the shifter was and adds wireless android auto and apple carplay. The materials are not perfect, but are really that different most cars in its segment. You can't find any car anywhere near this price point that has this combination of looks, features, and technology. I have a 2022 Ice Limited and love it. I plan on trading up to a plug-in hybrid when the 2025 design refresh models come out later this year.
This review is stranger than the car..many complaints about things that simply is no problem. For example the "hump" in the back window is not visble when sitting in the car. The middle neck rest is a bit higher than the "hump". Seems like this guy simply does not like the car, before even trying it. I took this car for a test and it's a really nice car - like it way more than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.
Very disappointed. You didn't talk about the engine and the hybrid system and how it works in details and what can one expect like you did in the Chrysler Pacifica hybrid. This is a plug in hybrid too and spent less than 30 seconds to talk about the engine and the systems. You should make a new video and cover it like you did in the Pacifica video and put it on a lift and look at the bottom and the hybrid components in details from a mechanics view.
Wow. This guy can’t even see the the design elements above the wheel arches actually are 3 dimensional and flare out from the body of the vehicle. Just clarification for those people who may not own one or checked one out in person.
Every time reviewing Hyundai-Kia products worth mentioning the recalls - over 6 million recalls since 2018 due to engine fire hazard. And that's only the engine fire recalls...
Generally appreciate your comments and your technical knowledge on cars. It's clear you have a bias against this particular car. I don't agree that this car feels cheap inside. It feels luxurious to me, especially compared to its main competitor, the Toyota Rav4 PHEV. The fit and finish of this car is a tier above that in all ways in my book. Where are your turn signal cams in the Toyota? Your real leather seats? Ambient lighting with a bunch of colors? Appealing screen that doesn't pop out of the dash like a tablet? The Hyundai design is more upscale and more functional. Turbo charged engine sounds WAY better than that buzzy unrefined engine in the Toyota. I would say it is a little quirky but in a good way. It definitely has moments where it feels like a BMW X3 to me. I can deal with the lack of the volume knob for all of the other great features inside this thing. Plus it costs like $7k less than the Rav4 Prime XSE. Not a fast car? Compared to what? It is as fast as any other similarly sized 6-cylinder SUVs and can MOVE off the line when you want/need it to. 260 horsepower with 258 lb/ft of torque is something for a vehicle that also give you gas free commutes any day of the week and take you on the longer haul weekend trips without stopping to charge.
Completely agree. The aesthetics of the Tucson is many levels above the RAV4 which looks and feels cheaper inside and outside. The interior design of the RAV is worse than vehicles I had 15 years ago.
Having recently bought a Tucson Hybrid and being seriously impressed with the drivetrain smoothness and general quality and technology I find this overly negative review very hard to understand. Driving it is seriously relaxing and enjoyable due to the immediate torque from the electric motor.
Extra creases on the hood panel make it more rigit, thus, allow to use thinner metal and save some weight. About spare tire: there is no space for a spare tire at all. If rewiewer spent anextra second and lifted the foam insert, he would discover the battery in the area he suggested for a tire. Heat pump is a questionable matter too.Climate in NC makes this pump irrelevant. Also, unlike other reviews, totally missed showcase of car underbelly and conversation about engine
Thank you for your always informative content. I hope you get a chance to do a review of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and compare it to a Rav4 PHEV. I look forward to it.
Excellent review! Do they still use a HSG belt that need replacement at 50 000km? I can't seem to find the answer...Drove an outlander PHEV (first gen) last weekend , quite nice and seemless transition...the battery is a bit small tought...still an impressive drive!
Great car until it gets cold outside. Defrost and cabin heat takes forever and trying to run in electric mode causes the gas engine to run at high idle constantly. It actually uses more fuel in electric than HEV mode when the temps are below 40 degrees F. Scraping the windshield and clearing the wipers is a nightmare because the hood partly covers the wiper arms and they cannot be raised off the glass. DOH! Hyundai engineers totally missed cold weather performance. We have to use HEV mode just to keep the windshield clear to drive safely.
I know it's been a long time since you posted but there is a way to have the raise the wipers to a higher position so you can clean or change them. Just pull on the wiper lever for 2 seconds after turning off the car and then you can push it back when you are finished. I know it's defeats the purpose when they are stuck because of ice and you will have to free them first, but it's something. Hope this helps.
I commend Hyundai and Kia for thinking out of the box. The car look is subjective as always, I do like it a lot, same with the2023 Kia Sportage, the big thing here is maintenance, repair and reliability, which seem to be inconsistent between models and years.
Because many people just want to push a button and be done with it. Voice commands are a nightmare and there’s only so many buttons you can fit on a steering wheel
@@andybub45 Oh yeah. But then we are talking about something else, we are talking about nostalgia for the old. I have no problem and it's not a nightmare when I tell him to put on a radio station, turn down the volume, look up an address on the GPS or call someone in my phone book. 🤷🏻♂️
5:04 Maybe these designers had these compound undulating side fenders as a way to preemptively disguise potential future dents that would come along🥴🫣😂
the car does not ever lock if you leave the keys in it. It will not allow you to do that at all. However, If you leave want to lock the keys in the car and lock the door you can do it from the phone app.
Not biased at all🙄 - bro you hated this car and it's manufacturer in advance😂 every other actual car reviewer was objective and actually had much more to like about the car and when compared to its competitors in its class, it comes out ahead. Next time, save yourself the trouble of making a whole video and just say you don't like it regardless of whether or not it's actually innovative. I looked at and test drove the rav4 hybrid, crv hybrid, tucson hybrid, cx-5 and rogue. The Tucson is a solid entry for the class, your bias notwithstanding.
He’s not biased. Everything he said was factual. If you want someone to sugar coat everything, you can go elsewhere. This man tells it as it is. Needless to say I’m sure Hyundai wasn’t thrilled with this review
You are obviously biased. Talking about lower quality interior, coming from plain, cheap, plastic, utilitarian Toyota interiors, doesn’t give you much credibility either. Yes, some Toyotas do come with nice quality interiors today, but that’s only in certain models and only the higher trims, so let’s try to be more fair perhaps?
Actually the design of the Tucson looks beautiful. I agree on the grill maybe that they could've designed a bit differently but then design n looks is such a subjective thing. And yes the audio control should be rotary. But otherwise I think Hyundai has done a good job with this car.
Great review, love the critique - very detailed. The placement on the rear signal lights and headlights are a big concern for me, especially if you're driving the interstate or major highways.
I agree with this review. The signal lights are a safety issue to me as are the headlights. They will always be dirty from the road grit and dirt. Their design are not of my liking. I am looking forward to the driving video on this vehicle, as are other viewers and subscribers. Hyundai have a history of bad engines and car fires. They are the King of Recalls, it seems. Maybe they will get things right with their EV vehicles That said, I am currently own a Kia and just sold my Hyundai. I like that Hyundai cars bring features and things that Toyota do not want their owners to have. Heck, they have hood dampers instead of a darn rod.Thanks for the review and I think you are correct in saying your opinions on the vehicle design.
You are absolutely RIGHT! I just bought a 2024 Hyundai Tucson PHEV. It lasted 1097KM and the hybrid system had a total FAILURE. Turns out it is a metal pulley that controls the compressors for the system. Hyundai's wait time to repair it.....4 MONTHS on a BRAND NEW vehicle. That's embarrassing for such a huge automaker that is trying to catch up with the Japanese automakers. The part is on backorder for months even though they are making them today. I loved it for the 1 month I had it. Now it sits in a mechanic's bay waiting on a SINGLE part! SHAME ON YOU HYUNDAI!!!! You keep up the good work Car Car Nut...You know what you do!!
I'm not a mechanic, but I can see a reason behind using ICE to warm the cabin. Its just a choice they made, because of this the car is a bit less expensive, and it will keep the engine oil warm too, in case a sudden acceleration is needed and ICE needs to be on. Not a big issue in my eyes. For some people the PHEV should behave like an EV, for others its more an HEV. Also there is a video showing difference in range of EVs between heat pump and the regular resistive heating cabin up - the range was something like 5miles better, and the time it got warmer was 1min sooner for the air pump. Not a huge difference at least for a BEV. Regarding the hydro-kinetic AT - it feels way better than eCVT in a Toyota RAV4 to me. Yes, I do notice the gear changes and its OK for me and probably for most people, its just that maybe You got used to high revs and smoother acceleration, and I got used to low revs and gear changes. I still prefer the AT instead of DCT in the same Tucson/Sportage model, and I hear some people have it other way around - to each he's own. I recently ordered a Sportage HEV and before that I test drove RAV4 - the availability, warranty, tech, looks, price, soundproofing and the usage of space made a pretty a easy win for KIA. It will probably not last 20 years, but 'm not keeping it that long, and the MPGs will not be as great as in a Toyota but the price diff means it would be a loooong time before RAV4's 20-30% more cost will be used on fuel
I've bought this pligin a year ago. SEL model, which is simpler inside. But it is cheaper. And with Federak tax return the final cost was as same as the regular Hybrid. It is not possible now, because Biden decided to return fed tax for the US assmbled EVs/PHEVs only. So, I was lucky :) The SEL inside looks and feels even a tad cheaper than the shown model in this review, but I don't really care - it is my working horse now. Everyday commute makes me buying gas about once in 6-8 weeks, and at the same time I'm not worry about going skiing and camping. The hybrid part of it makes gas based travel less expensive than my previous cossovers. Switching between EV and gas motors is very smooth. The only strange part of it - why can;t it reccuperate more than ~20% of the battery even on the long down hill driving... Don't now how Toyota Prime deals with it, but such limited reccuperation is annoying.
Picked up my Tucson plug in lady Friday. Company car, didn't have a huge amount of choice on what to order because we were limited to hybrids or electric. Also some cars leads time were horrendous. Still getting to grips with it, agree about some of the styling choices and lack of buttons. But actually the engine / battery combo is super slick. If it wasn't for a diagram showing me what was going on, I'd be hard pressed to tell you what the car was doing! Bravo to Hyundai (this is my first). I was a little worried but I've been so very pleasently surprised. Oh, the stereo is a bit naff - premium my backside and android auto is wired and not full screen. Come on! Apart from that, loving it so far.
This man s opinion of this car is so much different from mine . It has such a fresh, modern look. I guess he likes the boxed look in his suv..I would definitely recommend this car.. We are retired and travel often.. We ve had it for 9 months.I Love this beautiful car. I ve got a lot of compliments on the beauty of it. It rides so smooth and comfortable and it gets great gas milage. We ordered ours directly from the factory ! ❤
Not enough is being said about the engine in this hybrid setup. They don't make the best turbos or the best engines, and pairing that up can make this a potentially horrendous reliability trap.
You went pretty hard on this SUV…… I think it looks pretty good. Looking to get this or the Outlander….. most likely regular gas version because the plug in and hybrids are really hard to get without getting on a list or paying a mark up plus just the premium price that comes with them. Mostly leaning towards the Tucson for better pricing for the features I’m interested in. Most likely will live in it for awhile and try the Nomad lifestyle. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV would have been perfect for that with the 1500 watt outlet but not sure how long the wait list will be for that Model….. but top trim will be like $50,000
As an owner of this generation Tucson, the few substantive things that should be improved upon are rear turn-signal placement, gear selector and center dash material, and physical button/dials for HVAC etc. Turn signal - too low for visibility in all situations; dangerous in traffic/bumper-to-bumper traffic etc. Gear selector should be rotary, much more intuitive. Center dash should do away with piano black surfaces and bring back buttons/dials, more intuitive to use. Rear logo placement is fine, nice and flush and out of the way - kudos for that. This car feels as good as RAV-4 and CRV, comfortable seats, ride and plenty of room for people and cargo. Plus excellent warranty and not run-of-the-mill design inside and out.
They touch the hard plastic in the back door they say is OK ,then they touch the soft material besides this hard plastic they say this is not quality ! This is nuts !
I love this channel! Any chance you could now review the Kia Sportage PHEV, especially with your new format where you get deeper into the mechanicals? My wife is debating between a CX-50 and the Kia Sportage PHEV. We like the hybrid and the Kia interiot, but we're not sure how confident we are in the powertrain on the Kia, especially after your "science experiment" characterization here. I am curious how they are holding up, too.
The Sportage is identical under the hood. The one item that concerned me was the HSG after I bought the car. I saw this video and it got me concerned. Then I watched a few other videos on how it actually works, teardown of the hsg, testing of the hsg etc and realized it’s very unlikely to fail. The biggest concern I have is that the belt will need to be replaced every 4 years. I’m hoping a mechanic posts a video on how to change the belt so I can do it myself. It doesn’t seem too complicated. Honda and Toyota use an Atkinson engine vs Hyundais traditional engine design. The Atkinson is not really suppose to be used to drive the vehicle as it is most efficient running at a set rpm.
Cx5 was made in Japan good fit and finish Cx50 little but spacious and more updated Forget about Hyundai Tucson couple of my friends are already suffering from blind spot monitoring and other issues .
If you want cargo space go for Tucson hybrid, Do not get regular, it is so slow and way worse fuel economy. If you want more driver oriented car, with less cargo space, then go for Mazda.
13:23 I have the Hyundai Sonata 2020 with this driving selector, buttons. The main safety feature that I see with the buttons is, when you open the driver door and forgot put “P” the car shift automatically to “P” from “R” or “D”. I think you can’t do that with a regular stick driven selector. The only car I have seen is the Jeep with this safety feature and with the stick. The other reason when yo are driving on any road at any speed and the driver try to select other like P or R the dashboard say this selection is not allowed 🚫 a this moment, another feature. And the other things is this buttons are designed to the high trims with self-driving, when you get out and with the Fob, you move the car back and forward. That’s why you see buttons on driving selector.
I find it amusing that a “Toyota guy” calls out the exterior/interior design of other manufacturers when Toyota objectively offers the least cohesive and ugliest designs of any manufacturer. Every Toyota/Lexus in every category is the least attractive amongst its direct competition. You swallow the ugly to buy the reliability.
Sound like a hurt FAN BOY 👦…. Relax not everyone is going to like Hyundai/Kia just like everyone gets on Toyota for being “Boring” …. Take a breather 😂
I find that AMD is right over the complex lines it uses for styling. Forget the shop repairing these panels. In a few years there will be no panels to be had and might as well write if off! I would rather have boring and have a car last a long time!
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Not much discussion on engine, transmission, hybrid...not the typical car nut review.😢
I enjoyed your through mechanical reviews. You have your own style. No need to go over same route as doug or other youtubers that just state their own mind about design. Please keep your own style and dig deep into mechanical because you have the knowledge Sir.
You are way too critical of this vehicle. I am sure if you owned one of these and drove it you would have a different opinion. I have owned one for 2 years and it did take a bit of getting used to but it has been a pleasure to drive and very intuitive. You never mentioned the safety features, adaptive steering, adaptive cruise control, and vehicle hold button. These are my favourite features you failed to mention. I live in Canada (cold) it and if you use heated seats or steering wheel the engine stays off in EV, however if you turn on cabin heat the engine starts and runs at idle to supply heat not taking away from your EV range. Contrary to your statement this vehicle is very smooth and I like the shifting, no CVT for me thanks. The only time I can feel the engine stat is when it is not moving. You also forgot to mention that on the infotainment system you have steering wheel controls, no need to use touch controls and loose concentration from driving. I feel for a 30 min. review you failed on this vehicle stating your many dislikes of the design, I personally like it as many do. Also as a previous reviewer stated I bought this in Canada for approximately $10,000 to $14000 less than a RAV 4 PHEV. Possibly the best car I’ve owned for tech, comfort, and overall quality.
I enjoyed your channel because I used to drive a RAV4 and found your views fair. But now I drive a 2022 Hyundai Tucson PHEV and I find your review in this video to be unreasonably harsh. I have had this Tucson for about a year; I enjoy the design, I enjoy the interior, I enjoy the 52km EV range, I enjoy the fuel efficiency beyond the EV range, and I enjoy the smooth rides. Yes, there are things I don't like about this car but not as bad as you described here.
He is a Toyota man so he’s gonna obviously be very biased which I don’t really like
I agree. This video is very one sided and you can tell he is a Toyota guy. Same here Tuscan PHEV owner coming from a Lexus. I love it and consider it comfortable and a good family car.
I agree 100% the interior on all the Tucson models are quality , Hyundai gives you so much more for the money , he really has a bad taste for hyundai.
He is a Toyota guy 😄
I’m currently car shopping so I’ve been in and out of a lot of cars. I will say when I got in the Hyundai I was pleasantly surprised however once comparing to others I realized Hyundais are plastic so overall just ok
I had one of these! I owned a 2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Limited for approximately 5 months, I flew out to New Jersey and drove it back home to Oklahoma since Hyundai only sold these models in certain states at the time of purchase in July 2022 and New Jersey was the only place I found one. This vehicle was replacing my 2022 Tucson Hybrid Limited.... I loved my Tucson Hybrid so much I wanted the Plug-In version. Well it turned out to be a nightmare.... The vehicle would randomly stop accelerating in EV mode. The battery would have a sufficient charge, the gasoline engine would start maxing out RPMs but the vehicle would not accelerate. This happened multiple times without warning. No error lights or warning messages were displayed. The Tucson could be restarted and the issue would repeat itself. I took the Tucson PHEV to the dealer 8 times and the dealer was able to replicate the issue but were not aware of why the vehicle was behaving this way. The dealer reached out to a regional tech who could still not diagnose the issue. Hyundai Corporate stated the vehicle was operating as intended and directed the dealer to give the vehicle back to me. The service manager refused to give the vehicle back to me as it was a safety/reliability concern as he was unable to get the vehicle out of his parking lot under its own power. After much back and forth and ultimately hiring an attorney, Hyundai was forced to buy the vehicle back from me. I later searched the VIN online and saw the vehicle for sale as a Lemon/Buyback car at an Arkansas Hyundai dealer, I wonder what they did to get it back on the road and really hope the vehicle does not compromise the safety of the new owner. I really liked my Tucson, unfortunately I cannot recommend the 2022 Tucson or the Hyundai brand at this point. This was my 5th brand new Hyundai, first one I had major issues with, but the manufacturer proved themselves unwilling to stand behind their product. The long warranties on these vehicles mean nothing if the manufacturer doesn't stand behind it.
How much value did you lose on the 2022 Hybrid trading it in? I have a 2023 Tucson PHEV and it appears it has already lost about 25% of its value as a trade since purchased 5 months ago. My last hybrid (2021 Highlander Hybrid Platinum) appreciated 10% over 2 years- obviously pandemic related. Yes, I sold it to a dealership for more than what I paid new. Tucson has been 100% reliable over 5 months save a phantom check engine light that I think may be related to the gas cap. Nothing concerning in the least other than somewhat lackluster fuel economy in colder temps around town. In moderate temps of like 40 degrees, I just turn the HVAC off and use the heated seat and steering wheel so engine doesn't come on. I think Hyundais are generally pretty reliable, but feel they have a higher lemon rate than most. The worst part about Hyundai is all the recalls and the backed up service departments as a result. 6-7 weeks for an appt around Boston. Kia dealerships interestingly are 1-2 weeks.
Hi , I am thinking about 2022 hyundai Hybrid only ( certified pre owned vehicle) can you please share if you would recommend. It is selling for $25k
I love the review! Thank you 😊 I love the attention to detail.
Re: design… to each their own. I find their look distinctive and refreshing.
Re: volume control. You’re right, the volume buttons will be annoying to use over time which is why most drivers will probably use the buttons on the steering wheel.
I wish you got into the mechanicals and the tech a bit more. I’d love to hear your take on those.
I enjoy the channel but tbh, this “review” was not very in depth and overly focused on nitpicky subjective/visual observations. The car wasn’t even driven. There are some valid points but at the same time a lot of the opinions are definitely outliers and don’t echo the majority of other reviews and user opinions on this vehicle, and there is some irony with the rav4 comparisons which is widely criticized for its dated and boring interior, infotainment/tech, driving experience, etc…things most other reviews praise the new Tuscon for. Then of course if you’re comparing plug-in to plug-in there is the fact that the RAV4 prime is a significantly more expensive vehicle.
I currently have an ICE RAV4 Limited and have never owned a Hyundai but the “strange and incomplete” title and final consensus here seemed unusually negative without a lot of reason or coverage of the overall features, mechanics, and performance for the money. I’ve been looking into hybrids/plug-ins and while every vehicle has pros and cons, the overall consensus on the Tuscon plug-in is very positive everywhere else. This is also the first time I’ve seen the drive/hybrid system described as clunky…again that’s the opposite of other reviews. As mentioned, the reliability is probably the big question mark but overall I have to say that the Tuscon seems to deliver more bang for the buck and a more modern feature set/design compared to the RAV4, and most others in the segment for that matter.
If you want someone to sugar coat everything, this isn’t the right review. Everything he said is factual.
@@andybub45 not really he seems very biased.
I have test driven the Ultimate model twice in the UK, (two dufferent vehicles) and to hear the transmission described as clunky is totally staggering to me as I never felt a single gear change on any of them.
Too much nitpicking here... I have the 2022 HEV for 18 months and I am more than happy with it... Nothing strange or inconvenient, very fun to drive, very comfortable and practical...
27:00 From what you said here I can conclude that you might have a faulty car to test... Nothing like that I found while driving 4 different Tucson HEV/PHEV's, including mine. In normal drive in Eco you don't even know when the engine has started... Yes, as any classic automatic gearbox there is some delay when you push it out of the sudden, but it's just fine and predictable and when you get used to this car there are no issues at all. One of the biggest reasons I got this car is indeed that it doesn't have a CVT. The only thing I can agree with you is that PHEV should have got some dedicated heating system.
As a Toyota master mechanic, I am not surprised you were quite critical of this model. Granted, the Tucson phev system doesn't quite measure up to the rav4 prime, as the Hyundai has a 13.8kw/h vs 18 kw/h for the Toyota respectively. However, here in Canada there is also a $10,000 difference between the two...if you can get a prime within the next 2-3 years. I currently own a 2020 rav4 xse hybrid, and I can tell you that Toyota is not without it's design peculiarities also. Not to mention the rav4 high voltage hybrid 'cablegate' disaster, which until recently Toyota refused to repair under warranty, and passed on the $7000 cad repair to its customers. If it appears that I am getting off track, it is due to the many comparative comments you make to the rav in your video, which seem designed to disparage the Hyundai compared to the competition. Why don't you review either the hybrid or phev models from each company side by each, and point out their individual feature sets? Besides being a much more credible means of identifying competing models strengths/weaknesses, you might end up being surprised at the outcome...
He doesnt have to disparage Hyundai/Kia's, their poor quality speaks for themeselves with poor engine build quality (metal flakes in engines), firehazards, transmissions issues, and usb breached thefts. Theyve set aside $2 Billion and counting for these. ruclips.net/video/uTBSZDMLXS0/видео.html My neighbor is on his 3rd Hyundai Tuscson engine. Covered under their 10 year warranty, which I suppose is why they needed such a warranty
@@garynair5143 You're right, Hyundai had/have a massive problem with their 2.4l engine from the 2013 or so era. Point is, he's not reviewing cars from 10 years ago, but rather a specific 2023 model, and comparing it to his beloved toyota. As mentioned, I have a 2020 rav xse hybrid, and to say that it is not without flaws would be highly inaccurate. The latest being the "cablegate" fiasco affecting hybrid powertrains, and for months Toyota refused to take responsibility for an issue affecting vurtually all hybrid rav4s! Only when a class-action lawsuit was filed did they decide to step up and honor their warranty, as they knew a court ruling would not favor them. So yes, Hyundai/Kia, like all manufacturers, have endured their share of quality mis-steps, but they have taken giant leaps in recent years, and are nipping at the heels of the established players in this highly competitive market.
I own a 2022 Tucson Hybrid, and the 1.6 turbo engine is extremely quick. I don't know how you can make some of these observations. There is no hesitation like you say. It is quick off the line, especially in sport mode when it uses less of the electric motor. There is immediate torque. the 6-speed automatic is excellent and smooth as well. You say it is clunky. That is not true. When the engine transitions from the electric motor it is seamless. You can't even feel the difference. the handoff between the two is completely unnoticeable. I'm not sure how you arrive at your opinion. smart mode is a feature that learns your driving habit and whether or not to use more or less electric motor. it's not as gimmicky as you think. But you chose not to mention any of these things. You forgot to mention the quality of the paint job and the precision of the gaps in the body. It's a well-built vehicle. Hyundai took some risks in their design and made something that doesn't look like every other cookie-cutter model on the road. There is always a critic though and that's your opinion. I would have changed some things too. No car is perfect but I find several inaccuracies in your review. Make sure to mention in your RAV 4 review how loud and whiny the CVT transmission is and how loud the cabin is. Be sure to mention that Toyota needs to update its interior and its outdated infotainment system. My friend owns the RAV 4 hybrid and we get the same gas mileage so if the CVT is supposed to help with that I'd rather have a traditional tranny. Thanks otherwise for your excellent channel and wise automotive wisdom.
I have a 22 Tucson hybrid and it's the best vehicle I've ever owned.
One of the dumbest trends Kia and Hyundai have been doing are putting their rear turn signals in the bottom of the bumper, all in the name of “style”
The Toyota Venza has turn signals on the rear bumper too
They are at the same level as some sedans. Soooo…
@@JDMSwervo2001 one model vs almost the entire Korean lineup commiting to this absurd trend
My 2018 Camry LE has front turn signals to far center and no side ones. Also some manufacturers are turning on the reverse lights when you start the vehicle. All bad ideas that surprising made to production.
Must have passed the regulatory inspection in the US and UK.
At least Hyundai and Kia are bringing some excitement to their designs that Toyota used to do. I remember people
flipping out over the Matrix when it came out and saying similar things. Different and new.
Let me say this. I love the Car Care nut and his references to Mrs. Car Care nut. Best mechanic in my opinion. Scotty is great, too. Anyway, I traded 2017 Rav 4 for this brand new Tuscon Sel w/convenience. I like the comfortable ride and handling. I despise the touch button transmission, mine has a shifter and some physical buttons for audio and A/C. I get awesome mpg. Being a big Toyota fan since ‘06 I was nervous about getting this car. I looked at the AWD Camry well….the wait was too long. And you can’t see the physical car. No regrets with my purchase. I have a spare, too. I got more trade in than what I paid for the Rav, low interest, and an awesome warranty. I’m sure I would have bought the Camry XLE if I could have physically seen it and drive it. Tuscon rides and drives better especially on long trips.
How much did it cost with dealer markup?
@@ditomathew1 Toyota still marks up cars...
He mentions the engine is loud when it kicks in. He also mentions it has a delay between pushing the gas and the engine kicking in. Has anyone else experienced this? The engine is super quiet when kicking in and I have yet to experience the slow response he mentions. Is there maybe something wrong with the one he test drove? If you watch any review on this car, they mention it’s much quieter then the Rav 4. What’s going on here?
I have a hybrid Toyota and test drove a Tucson hybrid and calling the Tucson loud is outright lying when compared to the ecvt in the Toyota
I've owned a 2022 hybeid tucson SEL for nearly two years and have no significant complaints. The controls were a challenge, but i'm 81 years old and a combination of less than agile dexterity as well as memory slowed my adaptation to the vehicle. Nevertheless. I'm thoroghly pleased. Acceleration is more than adquate when I merge onto freeways with the 1.6L turbo, mpg is very good, plus the car is roomy.
Thnaks for the quick "review". I am considering buying one next year.
IN my opinion its a love it or hate it type of car. I bought one and i love it.
Me too! Not a Hybrid though. There must be quite a few people who love it because I’m seeing many of them on the road. I wish people would stop buying them because I like having a vehicle that stands out against the rest that have boring design.
I owned 2022 Tucson Hybrid "Ultimate", a month after I received my new Tucson. I received a recall letter from Hyundai Canada called (Campaign Service C0448) and suspension is too stiff. The dealer I purchased this new SUV told me the Hybrid battery is not cover by warranty, so why should I be happy or satisfied made by Hyundai?
Usually this guy gives good reviews but he seems very down on Hyundai. Snow covering up the headlights? The snow doesn’t pile up while you are driving. Who buys a car thinking they may have a problem if it needs body work? Most SUV’s have a windshield wiper where the logo is but he has an issue with that. Interior looks cheap? iPad instrument panel? Doesn’t like the lock, wants a toggle. Nit picks the seat belts. “Hybrid attached engine” this car is NOT slow off the line. It is not “clunky” It is very quiet for the class it competes in. I don’t think he actually drove this car. Not much about the engine, horsepower, turbo or the transmission. He sucked ass and missed the mark on this car.
Liked your review. But didn't find anything that felt too bad. Toyota looks too old. I agree on the paint shop part hassles with so many unwanted angles
mine does not feel clunky at all. I also want people to know that while in full EV mode the heating is very horrible in cold winters of Buffalo, NY. But that's only the first 33 miles after it is charged. Lastly, I absolutely love mine. Its a lease and that lease is almost up. I am so sad that I may be parting with this one. Thanks for the video.
No mechanical review?
You’re too nice, brother! Instead of saying “interesting” and “unique” Scotty K would say “dumb” and “stupid”!!🤪
Do forester please!
I have one of these, a 2024 model and I say this guy is full of IT. I love this car and it has a six speed trans . Most of the time I don't even no if the gas motor is on or off , transition between the two is seamless. It does not have room for a spare tire under there, thats where the battery charger and the twelve volt battery is. located The fit and finish of this car is better than most I've owned.
Hey..Can you please make a video on the 2024 Tucson?
Don't get into an accident with this one. Got it.
I confused about this review..
Maybe your car was a pre-production model or they updated the engine software?
I have owned this Tucson PHEV for little more than 3 weeks now and driven a little more than 2000 miles with it.
The engine and transition between EV and hybrid/petrol mode are not noticable, it's super-smooth - no delays.
And the different driving modes really makes a BIG difference, in sportmode it's super responsive but in ECO mode it's more conservative - just as you'd expect.
It's not a rocket but it does 0-60 mph in just over 7 seconds, more than enough to give you a nice overtakes.
Also had to check that thing about the backseat belts, they are not like in your video - they lay flat to the seat, just as in any car. 😂
Made a trip through Germany with a lot of autobahn, and the consumption was 6 liter/100 km or 39.20 U.S. MPG in average, without a charged battery, speeds up to 150 kmh / 93mph.
I think thats pretty good numbers.
If anyone have questions about this model I'm happy to answer.
With all due respect, your opinion after just 2 weeks of ownership is worthless. Get back to us in 6-12 months.
@@4orrcountry Had the car for almost 13 months now. Driven 16000 miles, mostly longer trips -approx 85% of the mileage been long "non ev charged" trips, and the rest 15% been in EV mode around town and shorter 10-50 mile trips. My average consumption has been 47mpg or 5lit/100km. I think thats pretty good, considering I've driven much more in petrol mode on fast highways than I expected when I fist got the car. No issues with the car at all. I really like the smooth ride, its a quite comfortable car and yet a little bit sporty. The only thing I dont like is that the turning circle is quite wide. Driven much bigger cars that turns narrower. But that I can live with.😅
You're really good at nitpicking things other reviewers overlook.
Only because it's not a Toyota, He's very biased and honestly not even worth listening to.
@@jeff8039 Is he Scotty Kilmer Jr.?
I've been driving Hyudai and Kia for over 20 years and never had a problem. I have to agree with you on the cheaping out of push buttons or touch on more and more . I hate the rotory transmission shifter and the touch controls on these. I dissagree I like the body looks on this.
One of my favourite features on our 19 Niro hybrid is the floor shifter . Buttons an rotary knobs suck in my opinion when they are a replacement for an actual shifter . And yeah I know that old style shifters are no longer necessary . It's what I'm used to and what I like .
I have a '24 Hybrid (not plug-in). The powertrain integration is excellent (that includes the adaptive cruise control). It gives you the power you ask for! Other than a small green "EV" on the dash, you don't notice the engine going on/off. I recently did an extended trip thru the mountains of WV. In my mind, that's a real world test for a hybrid. The powertrain response was really impressive! The gas engine supplemented by the electric motor was fine on all but the steepest grades. On those, the transmission downshifted willingly, barely noticeable. The mountain trip did make me wish it had a bigger hybrid battery. BTW, with my foot off the gas, the electric motor has enough regenerative braking to nicely control downhill (5% grade) speed.
I've seen a test drive in Kiev (Ukraine) with Tucson Hybrid and RAV4 Hybrid (not plug-in) head2head fuel consumption comparison. Both in the city and on the highway (same speed, one car followed the other one) the Tucson hybrid burned 1 liter of gas per 100km more than the RAV4 (was like 42.8MPG rav4 and 36.2MPG tucson). So the toyota hybrid system is way more efficient.
Yes, it is and its way more boring and duller to drive... I still prefer the Tucson, despite RAV4 would be better in economy.
@@grasho Tucson is as boring as the Rav4. But rav4 is way better.
I don't know about all the fuss. Toyota this and Toyota that. I am not a big fan driving boxes. Love this car. All I know it takes less than 2 hours to charge and I only go to the gas station every 1000miles. Yeah, one more thing the back seats also recline, and it is powered by 263 ponies.
Wonder if AMD will do a technical analysis of the Hyundai, coming from the Toyota experience..
So this was a pointless video , you complained about the styling , thats your opinion , you complained about the interior , I don’t like those non buttons either , but it looks fine to me . I have a 19 Kia Niro hybrid , great car . I like the fact that it shifts . I watched the vid on the Chrysler Pacifica, and I agree , Chrysler makes iffy cars . But most of your complaining about this Tuscon were personal gripes . Our Niro by the way has been flawless over three and a half years . One thing is the plug in versions of the Korean twins have had a few more issues than the hybrids . I don’t think that I would go near the Chrysler hybrids . For me , Toyota , Ford , Korean twins or Honda .
While I like this guys' usual in-depth reviews, I do feel a bit disappointed by this one. He doesn't go into his usual in-depth details about the engine or under the car, which is quite disappointing if you want to learn about how the hybrid is laid out or functions in this car.
It is disappointing to see him nitpick so many details that don't really matter. The ergonomic design, I'm sure, will cause issues with repairs, but whether you like the design is a very subjective thing. I personally love the design as it stands out from other cars, which are mostly quite boring, both on the exterior and interior. The turn signal thing does kind of suck and it would have cool to be able to mod it to work sequentially like some Mustangs are modded to do , but it is at the height of a normal car and it's not like you will see yourself while driving so it's not a huge deal.
The capacitive buttons and the button shifter do suck, but are both going to be redone in the 2025 model year, which will also make use of the extra space by moving the wireless charging pad to a more accessible area right where the shifter was and adds wireless android auto and apple carplay.
The materials are not perfect, but are really that different most cars in its segment.
You can't find any car anywhere near this price point that has this combination of looks, features, and technology. I have a 2022 Ice Limited and love it. I plan on trading up to a plug-in hybrid when the 2025 design refresh models come out later this year.
This review is stranger than the car..many complaints about things that simply is no problem. For example the "hump" in the back window is not visble when sitting in the car. The middle neck rest is a bit higher than the "hump". Seems like this guy simply does not like the car, before even trying it. I took this car for a test and it's a really nice car - like it way more than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.
Very disappointed. You didn't talk about the engine and the hybrid system and how it works in details and what can one expect like you did in the Chrysler Pacifica hybrid. This is a plug in hybrid too and spent less than 30 seconds to talk about the engine and the systems. You should make a new video and cover it like you did in the Pacifica video and put it on a lift and look at the bottom and the hybrid components in details from a mechanics view.
This guy just made me regret of buying my Tucson 🥲
You didn’t mention how crazy far the rear seats recline. At normal recline the seatbelt is actually normal lol
Wow. This guy can’t even see the the design elements above the wheel arches actually are 3 dimensional and flare out from the body of the vehicle. Just clarification for those people who may not own one or checked one out in person.
Every time reviewing Hyundai-Kia products worth mentioning the recalls - over 6 million recalls since 2018 due to engine fire hazard. And that's only the engine fire recalls...
Generally appreciate your comments and your technical knowledge on cars. It's clear you have a bias against this particular car. I don't agree that this car feels cheap inside. It feels luxurious to me, especially compared to its main competitor, the Toyota Rav4 PHEV. The fit and finish of this car is a tier above that in all ways in my book. Where are your turn signal cams in the Toyota? Your real leather seats? Ambient lighting with a bunch of colors? Appealing screen that doesn't pop out of the dash like a tablet? The Hyundai design is more upscale and more functional. Turbo charged engine sounds WAY better than that buzzy unrefined engine in the Toyota. I would say it is a little quirky but in a good way. It definitely has moments where it feels like a BMW X3 to me. I can deal with the lack of the volume knob for all of the other great features inside this thing. Plus it costs like $7k less than the Rav4 Prime XSE. Not a fast car? Compared to what? It is as fast as any other similarly sized 6-cylinder SUVs and can MOVE off the line when you want/need it to. 260 horsepower with 258 lb/ft of torque is something for a vehicle that also give you gas free commutes any day of the week and take you on the longer haul weekend trips without stopping to charge.
Completely agree. The aesthetics of the Tucson is many levels above the RAV4 which looks and feels cheaper inside and outside. The interior design of the RAV is worse than vehicles I had 15 years ago.
No technology review?
Having recently bought a Tucson Hybrid and being seriously impressed with the drivetrain smoothness and general quality and technology I find this overly negative review very hard to understand. Driving it is seriously relaxing and enjoyable due to the immediate torque from the electric motor.
Extra creases on the hood panel make it more rigit, thus, allow to use thinner metal and save some weight.
About spare tire: there is no space for a spare tire at all. If rewiewer spent anextra second and lifted the foam insert, he would discover the battery in the area he suggested for a tire. Heat pump is a questionable matter too.Climate in NC makes this pump irrelevant.
Also, unlike other reviews, totally missed showcase of car underbelly and conversation about engine
Thank you for your always informative content. I hope you get a chance to do a review of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and compare it to a Rav4 PHEV. I look forward to it.
How is the glare off those screens (infotainment and whatever the correct name is for the gauge cluster)? It concerns me a lot.
No glare problems!
Love to see thorough reviews like this 👍
Excellent review! Do they still use a HSG belt that need replacement at 50 000km? I can't seem to find the answer...Drove an outlander PHEV (first gen) last weekend , quite nice and seemless transition...the battery is a bit small tought...still an impressive drive!
Love your channel, hope you could review the Kia Sportage Plug In Hybrid thanks
Great car until it gets cold outside. Defrost and cabin heat takes forever and trying to run in electric mode causes the gas engine to run at high idle constantly. It actually uses more fuel in electric than HEV mode when the temps are below 40 degrees F. Scraping the windshield and clearing the wipers is a nightmare because the hood partly covers the wiper arms and they cannot be raised off the glass. DOH! Hyundai engineers totally missed cold weather performance. We have to use HEV mode just to keep the windshield clear to drive safely.
I know it's been a long time since you posted but there is a way to have the raise the wipers to a higher position so you can clean or change them. Just pull on the wiper lever for 2 seconds after turning off the car and then you can push it back when you are finished. I know it's defeats the purpose when they are stuck because of ice and you will have to free them first, but it's something. Hope this helps.
I commend Hyundai and Kia for thinking out of the box. The car look is subjective as always, I do like it a lot, same with the2023 Kia Sportage, the big thing here is maintenance, repair and reliability, which seem to be inconsistent between models and years.
Much like any other car brand
Evolve man! 🤦🏻♂️ Why do you need buttons on the center console if you can control it from the steering wheel or with voice commands?
Because many people just want to push a button and be done with it. Voice commands are a nightmare and there’s only so many buttons you can fit on a steering wheel
@@andybub45 Oh yeah. But then we are talking about something else, we are talking about nostalgia for the old. I have no problem and it's not a nightmare when I tell him to put on a radio station, turn down the volume, look up an address on the GPS or call someone in my phone book. 🤷🏻♂️
Can you talk about the Mitsubishi outlander plug-in please?
Great review! I would like to see what you think about it's cousin, the new Kia Sportage.
5:04 Maybe these designers had these compound undulating side fenders as a way to preemptively disguise potential future dents that would come along🥴🫣😂
the car does not ever lock if you leave the keys in it. It will not allow you to do that at all. However, If you leave want to lock the keys in the car and lock the door you can do it from the phone app.
Recently found your channel via RUclips recommendations and it makes me very happy. It'll be great if you also cover the Tiguan on your channel.
AMD, Hyundai must have gotten a deal on creases and crinkles 😉
I wish your channel great success. 100k in no time!
Ouch, what a damning review for Hyundai. Thanks for your honesty and super in-depth mechanical review!
Not biased at all🙄 - bro you hated this car and it's manufacturer in advance😂 every other actual car reviewer was objective and actually had much more to like about the car and when compared to its competitors in its class, it comes out ahead. Next time, save yourself the trouble of making a whole video and just say you don't like it regardless of whether or not it's actually innovative. I looked at and test drove the rav4 hybrid, crv hybrid, tucson hybrid, cx-5 and rogue. The Tucson is a solid entry for the class, your bias notwithstanding.
He’s not biased. Everything he said was factual. If you want someone to sugar coat everything, you can go elsewhere. This man tells it as it is. Needless to say I’m sure Hyundai wasn’t thrilled with this review
Spot on!! 💯
You are obviously biased.
Talking about lower quality interior, coming from plain, cheap, plastic, utilitarian Toyota interiors, doesn’t give you much credibility either.
Yes, some Toyotas do come with nice quality interiors today, but that’s only in certain models and only the higher trims, so let’s try to be more fair perhaps?
He’s not biased, it’s just facts and y’all are so used to seeing journalists who sugar coat in the name of keeping Hyundai happy.
I certainly didn’t think the interior was cheap and this guy’s voice is annoying
The volume toggle is on the steering wheel.
Actually the design of the Tucson looks beautiful. I agree on the grill maybe that they could've designed a bit differently but then design n looks is such a subjective thing. And yes the audio control should be rotary. But otherwise I think Hyundai has done a good job with this car.
Why name it Plug in Hybrid in the video if you’re not going to explain the difference such as the EV mode limitation vs Rav4 EV mode…
Great review, love the critique - very detailed. The placement on the rear signal lights and headlights are a big concern for me, especially if you're driving the interstate or major highways.
This guy must work for Toyota?
And you own a Tucson 😂😂
I agree with this review. The signal lights are a safety issue to me as are the headlights. They will always be dirty from the road grit and dirt. Their design are not of my liking.
I am looking forward to the driving video on this vehicle, as are other viewers and subscribers.
Hyundai have a history of bad engines and car fires. They are the King of Recalls, it seems. Maybe they will get things right with their EV vehicles That said, I am currently own a Kia and just sold my Hyundai. I like that Hyundai cars bring features and things that Toyota do not want their owners to have. Heck, they have hood dampers instead of a darn rod.Thanks for the review and I think you are correct in saying your opinions on the vehicle design.
Regardless , lights get dirty
You are absolutely RIGHT! I just bought a 2024 Hyundai Tucson PHEV. It lasted 1097KM and the hybrid system had a total FAILURE. Turns out it is a metal pulley that controls the compressors for the system. Hyundai's wait time to repair it.....4 MONTHS on a BRAND NEW vehicle. That's embarrassing for such a huge automaker that is trying to catch up with the Japanese automakers. The part is on backorder for months even though they are making them today. I loved it for the 1 month I had it. Now it sits in a mechanic's bay waiting on a SINGLE part! SHAME ON YOU HYUNDAI!!!! You keep up the good work Car Car Nut...You know what you do!!
The lock light is GREAT for night driving. My Jeeps lock toggle is red but you can’t see the color red at night
Great channel, I learned a lot!
Still haven’t washed mine 25k miles later, forgot how good it looks clean lol
I do agree that they should have a spare tire and it should come standard
I'm not a mechanic, but I can see a reason behind using ICE to warm the cabin. Its just a choice they made, because of this the car is a bit less expensive, and it will keep the engine oil warm too, in case a sudden acceleration is needed and ICE needs to be on. Not a big issue in my eyes. For some people the PHEV should behave like an EV, for others its more an HEV.
Also there is a video showing difference in range of EVs between heat pump and the regular resistive heating cabin up - the range was something like 5miles better, and the time it got warmer was 1min sooner for the air pump. Not a huge difference at least for a BEV.
Regarding the hydro-kinetic AT - it feels way better than eCVT in a Toyota RAV4 to me. Yes, I do notice the gear changes and its OK for me and probably for most people, its just that maybe You got used to high revs and smoother acceleration, and I got used to low revs and gear changes. I still prefer the AT instead of DCT in the same Tucson/Sportage model, and I hear some people have it other way around - to each he's own.
I recently ordered a Sportage HEV and before that I test drove RAV4 - the availability, warranty, tech, looks, price, soundproofing and the usage of space made a pretty a easy win for KIA. It will probably not last 20 years, but 'm not keeping it that long, and the MPGs will not be as great as in a Toyota but the price diff means it would be a loooong time before RAV4's 20-30% more cost will be used on fuel
I've bought this pligin a year ago. SEL model, which is simpler inside. But it is cheaper. And with Federak tax return the final cost was as same as the regular Hybrid. It is not possible now, because Biden decided to return fed tax for the US assmbled EVs/PHEVs only. So, I was lucky :)
The SEL inside looks and feels even a tad cheaper than the shown model in this review, but I don't really care - it is my working horse now. Everyday commute makes me buying gas about once in 6-8 weeks, and at the same time I'm not worry about going skiing and camping. The hybrid part of it makes gas based travel less expensive than my previous cossovers.
Switching between EV and gas motors is very smooth.
The only strange part of it - why can;t it reccuperate more than ~20% of the battery even on the long down hill driving... Don't now how Toyota Prime deals with it, but such limited reccuperation is annoying.
Picked up my Tucson plug in lady Friday. Company car, didn't have a huge amount of choice on what to order because we were limited to hybrids or electric. Also some cars leads time were horrendous.
Still getting to grips with it, agree about some of the styling choices and lack of buttons. But actually the engine / battery combo is super slick. If it wasn't for a diagram showing me what was going on, I'd be hard pressed to tell you what the car was doing! Bravo to Hyundai (this is my first). I was a little worried but I've been so very pleasently surprised. Oh, the stereo is a bit naff - premium my backside and android auto is wired and not full screen. Come on! Apart from that, loving it so far.
This man s opinion of this car is so much different from mine . It has such a fresh, modern look. I guess he likes the boxed look in his suv..I would definitely recommend this car.. We are retired and travel often.. We ve had it for 9 months.I Love this beautiful car. I ve got a lot of compliments on the beauty of it. It rides so smooth and comfortable and it gets great gas milage. We ordered ours directly from the factory ! ❤
Not enough is being said about the engine in this hybrid setup. They don't make the best turbos or the best engines, and pairing that up can make this a potentially horrendous reliability trap.
You went pretty hard on this SUV…… I think it looks pretty good. Looking to get this or the Outlander….. most likely regular gas version because the plug in and hybrids are really hard to get without getting on a list or paying a mark up plus just the premium price that comes with them. Mostly leaning towards the Tucson for better pricing for the features I’m interested in. Most likely will live in it for awhile and try the Nomad lifestyle. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV would have been perfect for that with the 1500 watt outlet but not sure how long the wait list will be for that Model….. but top trim will be like $50,000
he is all about Japanese.. very unnecessarily unfair to other brands. I stopped watching his reviews
@@nikhilkulkarni3327If you stopped watching what exactly are you doing here?
Outlander will be reliable, but more pricier.
Video posted 52 mins ago. And I’m one of the first ten to watch it. Love this channel
Sat in a Tucson yesterday. Also thought it looked cheap
If that is cheap to you, then you sat in low tier or you just have high standards.
Complaining about the side panels and auto body shops, most times the panels are replaced in Accidents.
Makes me really appreciate my 2007 car. New cars just do not do it for me. They’re all about quantity and not quality.
hello love yr reviews . could u review mazda Cx 60? that is a hybrid
we want you to test drive the car
As an owner of this generation Tucson, the few substantive things that should be improved upon are rear turn-signal placement, gear selector and center dash material, and physical button/dials for HVAC etc. Turn signal - too low for visibility in all situations; dangerous in traffic/bumper-to-bumper traffic etc. Gear selector should be rotary, much more intuitive. Center dash should do away with piano black surfaces and bring back buttons/dials, more intuitive to use. Rear logo placement is fine, nice and flush and out of the way - kudos for that. This car feels as good as RAV-4 and CRV, comfortable seats, ride and plenty of room for people and cargo. Plus excellent warranty and not run-of-the-mill design inside and out.
If I were to get a tuscon I’d stick w the lower end trims since they give you physical knobs and controls
Yeah! The exterior and interior designs are works of art. Outstanding!
@@naveenthemachine Middle trims give you most features for best price.
Please do review for kia sportage
They touch the hard plastic in the back door they say is OK ,then they touch the soft material besides this hard plastic they say this is not quality ! This is nuts !
I love this channel!
Any chance you could now review the Kia Sportage PHEV, especially with your new format where you get deeper into the mechanicals?
My wife is debating between a CX-50 and the Kia Sportage PHEV. We like the hybrid and the Kia interiot, but we're not sure how confident we are in the powertrain on the Kia, especially after your "science experiment" characterization here. I am curious how they are holding up, too.
The Sportage is identical under the hood. The one item that concerned me was the HSG after I bought the car. I saw this video and it got me concerned. Then I watched a few other videos on how it actually works, teardown of the hsg, testing of the hsg etc and realized it’s very unlikely to fail. The biggest concern I have is that the belt will need to be replaced every 4 years. I’m hoping a mechanic posts a video on how to change the belt so I can do it myself. It doesn’t seem too complicated. Honda and Toyota use an Atkinson engine vs Hyundais traditional engine design. The Atkinson is not really suppose to be used to drive the vehicle as it is most efficient running at a set rpm.
Excellent review . Please review for Kia Sportage hybrid ex
You are looking at no good ! It’s a Hyundai/Kia.
You should review Honda .
I must have a different model. mine doesn't have the issues with the seatbelts in the back and I also don't have the same look on the driver panel.
Wanted you opinion on what SUV is the best for 2024.. Confused between Mazda CX5, CX50 & tucson 2024
Cx5 was made in Japan good fit and finish
Cx50 little but spacious and more updated
Forget about Hyundai Tucson couple of my friends are already suffering from blind spot monitoring and other issues .
If you want cargo space go for Tucson hybrid, Do not get regular, it is so slow and way worse fuel economy. If you want more driver oriented car, with less cargo space, then go for Mazda.
How many people know they have a spare tire in the back.
Why didnt you review the engine?
13:23 I have the Hyundai Sonata 2020 with this driving selector, buttons. The main safety feature that I see with the buttons is, when you open the driver door and forgot put “P” the car shift automatically to “P” from “R” or “D”. I think you can’t do that with a regular stick driven selector. The only car I have seen is the Jeep with this safety feature and with the stick. The other reason when yo are driving on any road at any speed and the driver try to select other like P or R the dashboard say this selection is not allowed 🚫 a this moment, another feature. And the other things is this buttons are designed to the high trims with self-driving, when you get out and with the Fob, you move the car back and forward. That’s why you see buttons on driving selector.
I find it amusing that a “Toyota guy” calls out the exterior/interior design of other manufacturers when Toyota objectively offers the least cohesive and ugliest designs of any manufacturer. Every Toyota/Lexus in every category is the least attractive amongst its direct competition. You swallow the ugly to buy the reliability.
Not every single one
Models like the current Camry XSE or venza or sequoia or lc500 are quite attractive
Sound like a hurt FAN BOY 👦…. Relax not everyone is going to like Hyundai/Kia just like everyone gets on Toyota for being “Boring” …. Take a breather 😂
I find that AMD is right over the complex lines it uses for styling. Forget the shop repairing these panels. In a few years there will be no panels to be had and might as well write if off! I would rather have boring and have a car last a long time!
Well now that is only your opinion, isn’t it?
@Phillip Banes And I disagree with his opinion, obviously
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Merci - J'ai recue mon Tucson PHEV 2024 Ultimate et je l'adore.