It won't beat the RAV4 in fuel economy, due to an actual gearbox, turbo engine, and mechanical AWD system. All of those things seem worth the loss in fuel economy.
Awesome car. I've recently used one for an extended period. Loaded up with 4 adults and all our gear we were averaging just under 6L per 100ks. Coupled with great performance, at times going well over 180 kph it's a great blend of power and economy.
Great review, thanks. I'm picking mine up this week. I'll never understand why Matt paint is available in so many shades. The maintenance required is time consuming.
I purchased a 2024 Toyota RAV4 hybrid Cruiser AWD for $60,000 cash. I'm getting 5.3 L/100km in real world driving. In 45 years of owning many cars, this Toyota is the best car I've ever owned.
Thanks for the review. I test-drove a Tuscon 2025 yesterday and it beeped at me a million times for everything: speed, lane position, and a bunch of other things. Being a defensive driver, I found it extremely annoying and distracting. You mentioned in 2024 model, speed limit beeps can be turned off with a long press of volume button. Is the case for 2025 models as well? And would it disable other annoying beeps too? What about the blinking indicators on the cluster? I found them annoying as well, as every time I looked at my speed, something new was flashing. Appreciate your advice.
I drive The 2024 Model, I can change it all in the settings. If it should beep or just do its things without beeping all the time. I assume you can change it in the settings of the 2025 model aswell but i cant guarantee it :)
Bought the top spec Highlander diesel awd brand new a few months ago. I’d waited til I’d heard the specs of the hybrid facelift model before making the decision. Although the hybrid makes an extra 35kw, it’s down 66nm on torque which I think is more usable in a medium suv. Also the hybrid gets a 6spd whereas the diesel had the better 8spd torque converter auto? Yeah the hybrids fuel economy is a bit better but where I am in Sydney diesel can be 20-30¢ cheaper per litre. I think if you can get a diesel Tucson runout deal that’d be the best buy, I got a demonstrator with 40km on it for $53k drive away with a runout deal and free on road costs. Only thing I’d prefer from the facelift model is the new infotainment screen but not worth the extra ~$12k.
Thankfully I bought my diesel Highlander with nline last year in November. I’ve driven it to Byron bay, Brisbane and Sydney and got 5.5 litres per 100km at times….and the torque is indeed better, especially when you need to overtake. You will love it.
Horsepower is usable torque, so it does matter more. Tow rating on diesel is probably better. Hybrid has 2 less gears since gearbox is tuned differently for driving when engine is off. No gears or clutch engaged when in EV mode.
Test drove the hybrid Kona & would not buy one because of that ridiculous over speed warning system. Salesman told me it was required for the 5 star ANCAP rating which is plainly nonsense. The new fix with the long push on the mute button just solved my issue - i will take one in red thanks Hyundai
It is true, ANCAP now demands the speed limit warning and other warning systems to qualify for a higher score. It's also because such technologies are mandatory by law in Europe
Sportage hasn't received a facelift yet with the latest tech and safety features, including structural improvements for the latest crash tests. Tucson also has wireless carplay and android auto, OTA updates for its modules, while the Sportage is still on the older laggy infotainment.
The location of the rear turning signals is a hazard The front head light does not focus well. The quality interior materials of the fit and finish is very cheap and flimsy. The ride is very nimble on country roads. Very disappointed with this vehicle. Should have paid a little extra and get a RAV4
Unsafe: the rear turning signal light provided in Hyundai tucson 2025 at the rear bottom, together with tile light. Till date no car manufacturers designed this unsafe placement
This vehicle is priced too expensive. No competition for the RAV4. Pay a little extra and get a RAV4. You loose over 30 percent in the value as you drive it off the lot. Don’t be fooled by fancy marketing😢
Can we stop with the rav 4 beater titles yet?
Every new hybrid seems to get that title on multiple car reviews.
And yet no other hybrid really beats it, other than on price or availability.
@@Gdsamplify thats subjective. The RAV4 is a good hybrid and it does what its designed to do well. But its a bit.... boring
They're also way better than the rav 4 all of them
I love that matte color.
It won't beat the RAV4 in fuel economy, due to an actual gearbox, turbo engine, and mechanical AWD system. All of those things seem worth the loss in fuel economy.
Awesome car. I've recently used one for an extended period. Loaded up with 4 adults and all our gear we were averaging just under 6L per 100ks. Coupled with great performance, at times going well over 180 kph it's a great blend of power and economy.
Great review, thanks. I'm picking mine up this week. I'll never understand why Matt paint is available in so many shades. The maintenance required is time consuming.
I getting in line for one. If this delivers on its spec sheet it was made for me. Techy sporty comfy safe economical and AWD
Mileage and price will be the issue. Otherwise its a better car in many ways
I'm choosing between this and rav 4 hybrid, it's a work car so work pays for fuel, services etc. Which would you choose in that situation?
I thought this was the 2025?
My outlander non hybrid gives me 6.2 litres per 100km. Why spend extra money for same fuel economy.
@btpp12 I would consider buying one for the blend of very strong performance and awesome economy.
The outlander a step below in terms of build quality and premium feel, especially interior wise. CVT is a pain to drive as well.
@@seandb95you should say in your opinion only 😅😅😅
I purchased a 2024 Toyota RAV4 hybrid Cruiser AWD for $60,000 cash. I'm getting 5.3 L/100km in real world driving. In 45 years of owning many cars, this Toyota is the best car I've ever owned.
Do you know what the wait time is like for your model at the moment?
Thanks for the review. I test-drove a Tuscon 2025 yesterday and it beeped at me a million times for everything: speed, lane position, and a bunch of other things. Being a defensive driver, I found it extremely annoying and distracting. You mentioned in 2024 model, speed limit beeps can be turned off with a long press of volume button. Is the case for 2025 models as well? And would it disable other annoying beeps too? What about the blinking indicators on the cluster? I found them annoying as well, as every time I looked at my speed, something new was flashing.
Appreciate your advice.
Buy a RAV4 is the best advice.
I drive The 2024 Model, I can change it all in the settings. If it should beep or just do its things without beeping all the time. I assume you can change it in the settings of the 2025 model aswell but i cant guarantee it :)
@@pascalloewner9815 Does it stay off though when you change in the settings?
@@carsella11 yea, if you change it in the Settings screen :)
Bought the top spec Highlander diesel awd brand new a few months ago. I’d waited til I’d heard the specs of the hybrid facelift model before making the decision. Although the hybrid makes an extra 35kw, it’s down 66nm on torque which I think is more usable in a medium suv.
Also the hybrid gets a 6spd whereas the diesel had the better 8spd torque converter auto?
Yeah the hybrids fuel economy is a bit better but where I am in Sydney diesel can be 20-30¢ cheaper per litre.
I think if you can get a diesel Tucson runout deal that’d be the best buy, I got a demonstrator with 40km on it for $53k drive away with a runout deal and free on road costs.
Only thing I’d prefer from the facelift model is the new infotainment screen but not worth the extra ~$12k.
Thankfully I bought my diesel Highlander with nline last year in November. I’ve driven it to Byron bay, Brisbane and Sydney and got 5.5 litres per 100km at times….and the torque is indeed better, especially when you need to overtake. You will love it.
Horsepower is usable torque, so it does matter more. Tow rating on diesel is probably better. Hybrid has 2 less gears since gearbox is tuned differently for driving when engine is off. No gears or clutch engaged when in EV mode.
Test drove the hybrid Kona & would not buy one because of that ridiculous over speed warning system. Salesman told me it was required for the 5 star ANCAP rating which is plainly nonsense. The new fix with the long push on the mute button just solved my issue - i will take one in red thanks Hyundai
It is true, ANCAP now demands the speed limit warning and other warning systems to qualify for a higher score. It's also because such technologies are mandatory by law in Europe
Why should anyone buy a Tucson instead of a KIA Sportage which is essentially the same car but with an additional 2 years of warranty? 🤔
Sportage hasn't received a facelift yet with the latest tech and safety features, including structural improvements for the latest crash tests. Tucson also has wireless carplay and android auto, OTA updates for its modules, while the Sportage is still on the older laggy infotainment.
Sportage is old fashioned design, less features and safety, less and slower tech.
Ever car review fails to show the new shifter control
The location of the rear turning signals is a hazard
The front head light does not focus well.
The quality interior materials of the fit and finish is very cheap and flimsy.
The ride is very nimble on country roads.
Very disappointed with this vehicle.
Should have paid a little extra and get a RAV4
Unsafe: the rear turning signal light provided in Hyundai tucson 2025 at the rear bottom, together with tile light. Till date no car manufacturers designed this unsafe placement
No spare!
Just copy Toyota. They know what we want.
This vehicle is priced too expensive.
No competition for the RAV4.
Pay a little extra and get a RAV4.
You loose over 30 percent in the value as you drive it off the lot.
Don’t be fooled by fancy marketing😢
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