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Does anyone know if there are any changes slated for the '06 Tucson? Specifically, will the Canadian version recieve side airbags?
As far as I know the Tucson will not have major changes in the near future. They may fix some minor problems from our feedbacks.
What? the Canadian version does not have the side airbags? That's unfair to Canadians if the car is priced the same.
It's not accurate to measure the usable remaining gas by subtracting the amount you refilled from the full capacity of the tank. e.g for a 17 galon fulll tank, the car may stall after using up 16.5 galon gas and a little amount can't be pumped to engine or the engine may misfire at a pooint. The number is only symbolic to say the problem.
However it is unacceptable that Hyundai would consider safety to be less of an issue to the Canadian market, and its keeping me from buying one. I'll probably end up with a CR-V if the 2006 Tucson doesn't have side airbags standard.
I do think you in Canada should write a letter to hyundai president to protest this.
The CR-V already has the side curtain airbags, so they're getting my money.
I tested CR-V before buying the Tucson. I remeber it has only 4 airbags. Maybe I am wrong.
Then again, maybe you're not: Honda didn't add the rollover-sensing side curtain airbags until the 2005 model year. You may have simply tested a unit that was manufactured before the change was made. If that's the case, the vehicle would have had up to four airbags, whilst the Tucson had six.
Mike
Actually there hasn't ever been a multiple-button arrangement for disengaging/engaging the traction control (TCS) and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) separately. In certain other markets, the ESP is optional, while TCS is standard, so those Tucsons actually have a "TCS" button instead.
The thing is, ESP needs TCS and ABS and engine torque modulators to properly function, so it wouldn't have made any sense to allow individuals to shut off the TCS, and yet keep the ESP on. It's true that Hyundai could have the traction control switch automatically shut off when the stability control is disengaged, but for simplicity's sake, one selector is really all that is necessary in this case. Perhaps they should have just marked it as "ESP & TCS"... that might have been the best thing to do.
Mike
I know that there are some places where ESP is optional, but finding a decent image of this portion of the dash on foreign-language websites can be tough.... :sick:
Mike
No problem!
"I wouldn't ever turn it off and I don't know why any one would."
Actually, strange as is may seem, unmitigated wheel-spin can sometimes be beneficial -- usually in deep snow or some other situation where traction is practically zero. It's definitely best to keep it on unless the situation clearly dictates otherwise.
Mike
Well, they are both very competitive, with each bringing its own avantages to the table:
Honda 5-speed automatic transmission is smoother than the Hyundai's 4-speed; handles better around town due to better steering response and slightly stiffer suspension (the Tucson's corporate sibling, the Kia Sportage, doesn't have this issue); according to CR's tests, the CR-V's headlights perform better overall; proven-excellent reliability, depreciation, and crashworthiness; fuel economy (about 3 mpg better); rollover sensors for the side curtain airbags; slightly better cargo space and cabin width (though three, average-sized adults can sit in either vehicle's rear-seats with equal comfort).
Hyundai according to CR's tests, 0-60 mph acceleration runs averaged 0.3 seconds faster and emergency-situation handling was better; the Tucson allows less road noise (Honda's infamous tire rumble) to enter the cabin; superiorly ergonomic interior design; slightly easier ingress/egress; larger fuel tank, towing, load capacities; shingle-type rear head restraints (to improve rearward visibility); legroom is equal for the rear-seat passengers, better for front-seat occupants; the Hyundai's rear seats fold flat in one simple step, and the rear-seat cushions can be removed; headroom (front and rear); underfloor-mounted spare tire.
I personally prefer the Tucson's liftgate rear-door design to the CR-V's side-swinging type. Honda mounted the hinges on the wrong side of the vehicle for North American markets, and it doesn't provide the hatch's rain protection. I also like the Hyundai's styling, but that's purely subjective.
Note that a totally redesigned CR-V will bow next year as a 2007 model.
Mike
My question is for those of you who are closing in on the 10,000 mile mark. Have you seen your MPG raise? I talked to someone at Hyundai consumer affairs and they told me that this is generally the point when the engine is broken in. I really hope so, or I'm going to have to bite the bullet and invest in something that is a little more thrifty. Please give me some good news. Thanks.
was really impressed
i liked the 5 year road side assistance included
Price now for GL silver is 16,600 in socal
Anyone getting better deals?
I have a new Toyota Sienna van now, so I have more utility with this van than the Explorer, although I don't want to muck it all up with some of the stuff I haul in the Explorer. But I hate the gas mileage of the Explorer - about 16 mpg around town, which is mostly what this vehicle is used for.
As for a second vehicle, the Tucson intrigues me. I like the looks, the awd would be useful in the winter, and I like how the rear seats fold flat with the cargo area. Something I would definitely use. But the gas mileage though does seem unimpressive. My Sienna which is heavier, and a larger V6, gets better mileage than the Tucson, which seems odd. Can I expect about 20 mpg around town? Highway mileage is a non issue with me. I only drive the Explorer about 8-9k miles a year, that's it. Although with the Tucson, maybe I would be drive it a bit more.
I like the price of the GLS AWD model, compared to the others, although it is at the top of what I want to spend. I am waiting to see how this winter goes, to determine whether I really need awd or not. And to see where gas prices go. If it gets to $3/gallon, I will probably buy a basic Civic. I am also interested to see what the new Elantra will be like. I also like Hyundai's warranty, as I will probably keep this vehicle a number of years. How much is the extended warranty to make it 10/100k miles comprehensive? Or would this be a good bargaining tool?
Any other vehicles I should consider, that offers some utility, inexpensive, decent gas mileage, warranty, and some fun to drive quotient? Also, the minivan would be used for 95% of our family use, but with 3 small kids (one in a rear facing car seat) and two others in booster seats, will the Tucson fit them all? Any other comments would be helpful, especially if there is any updates on the '06 models. Cheers. irg
Did you rule out the ABS brakes self test that make a noise every time you start out in some cars?
Steve, Host
Reduced? Like pops in and out? Onle 3 wheels?
>at 40 KMH the 50/50 is disengaged
Interesting. I know I've done 40mph on dry sand, albeit known route.
Hmm, OP mentioned mph, but you mention kmh, guess I need to try to convert as maybe that is a reasonable speed.
Tucson AWD demo
When you get to the web page, click on the "performance" link, then click on the "electronic 4WD" link. There is a nice demo there. Enjoy and I hope it gives you a better idea how the Tucson's AWD works.
FYI, I have had an LX AWD since last November and it goes great in the winter in the hills and valleys of central PA. :shades:
OTOH, on the street that's probably ok, especially as it seems to be saying it would be instantaneous, and can kick in apparently per wheel if slippery (even if greater than 25mph?). I don't see how that would work in say dry sand though as often the momentum of the car, etc is not enough.