Hyundai Tucson revealed at Auto Shanghai 2015

The China-spec Hyundai Tucson has been unveiled at the ongoing Auto Shanghai 2015. The compact SUV which is set to go on sale locally later this year promises to lead its segment with a striking new design and loads of new features on board.  

The striking looking front-end includes Hyundai’s signature hexagonal grille, which connects with the LED headlamps.  The front bumper features a wing-shaped appearance, which incorporates the LED daytime running lights, giving a visual reference to the vehicle’s wide track. The rear, meanwhile, has a clean design with horizontal lines that flow from the rear wheel arches and are accentuated by slim tail lights.

Built on an all-new platform, the Tucson is claimed to feature generous interior dimensions. It delivers substantial 513-litres of luggage space with all the seats up. Under the hood, Hyundai is offering two petrol engines: 135bhp 1.6-litre GDI or 176bhp 1.6-litre T-GDI, plus three diesel options: 115bhp, 1.7-litre, 136bhp 2.0-litre ‘standard power’ or 184bhp, 2.0-litre ‘high power’ engine units. Besides a manual, the new Tucson will be available with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic unit for specific versions.

The old Tucson was unveiled in 2009 and in most markets outside South Korea, it was replaced with the ix35. While the latter isn’t expected to arrive in the Indian market, Hyundai India is expected to launch the smaller ix25 later this year.