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Does anyone know whether you can fit a full size regular tire in the well (without disrupting the flat floor) for either model?
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2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
I installed mud flaps a few weekends ago, and it was not easy. You must remove the tires to do it. And of course the holes on the flaps don't match up with the holes in the cladding that mounts it to the sheet metal, so you have to drill new ones. Its basically a two man job holding the flaps tight against the side of the wheel well cladding while you drill the new holes. I managed to do it by myself but having an extra pair of hands would have really helped.
After they are on though - sharp!
Got to love the LX model.
aloha
My hands won't touch the tire if I could have someone come out and do it myself.
Plus living in Hawaii I could work on the Tan sitting off side the road.
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Aloha
Say, can someone check if the trip computor is available from a US Hyundai dealer, and that I can drive over to Buffalo and buy it and either install mayself or have them do it. I miss it from my XG. Same goes for the rear auto dimming mirror with compass. Let me know as I'm without some creature comforts.
My GLS up here loves the snow, so I hope Ponsitany Pete gives me more white gold to play in.
Chill'in in the North!
I opened the spare tire well today in my Tucson GLS.
The tire is a limited use donut, but it is the largest one I have seen, it is close to the size of the real tire in both height and width. I was not able to determine for sure if the real tire would fit but if not it sure would be close to fitting. The limit value might be the width, but a thinner foam filler above the tire would help give more width.
1.the gears shift is too hard especially lower gears. something the gear gets stuck and will not shift, i have bring it to neutral and then change the gear.
2. the ash tray box is not working anymore
3. i started getting vibration sound in the trunk door.
Note. I had a problem in the belt on the second day of purchase.
Did any come across any issues with tucson?
with yours? It shifts great, about the same as my 2003 Sonata. The ash tray box, who cares? and a belt should be easy to fix.
However, according to the hand book, the 4 wheel drive must not be engaged for use on DRY pavement because damage would be caused to the transmission.
It is possible that your Tucson might have the same type of features.
Incredibly, the dealership's claiming that this is perfectly normal and that all sunroofs leak profusely, stating that the drip channels are designed to accommodate these new style of "leaking sunroofs" ..... I've never had a sunroof leak in any other car, including my Hyundai Elantra.
It's dripping along the entire back seal.... and at quite a rate. I first noticed it while going through a car wash and again when testing it with a garden hose (not high pressured) at home. The same thing happens when it's raining hard.
I took it to the dealership where I purchased it. On the 1st visit they stated that indeed there must be a problem as it was not normal for a sunroof to leak at all. They made some adjustments and claimed they had fixed it. I took it through another car-wash and it still leaked. I called them back and the tech stated that a really high powered carwash might force a small amount of water under the seals, but that if I tested it with a garden hose it should be fine .... So I tested with a garden hose, gently pouring water on the roof - and it still leaked.
So I took it back again ... Unbelievably, the dealership is now claiming that this is actually a perfectly normal behavior for the Tucson's sunroof and that it was actually designed by Hyundai to leak a little bit and that that was what the drip channels were actually for ...... "Normal leakage". They called me over to the side of a building where they had another new Tucson parked and showed me that when they poured water over it with a hose, it too leaked (which it did - and it was literally pouring into the drip channels ....)
Either they staged this demonstration for my benefit by compromising this other sunroof, or, Tucsons in general have a very serious design flaw with their sunroofs.
I would greatly appreciate your comments, observations etc ...
If it is NOT dripping into the interior of the car then there is NO leak. If the interior of the car gets wet, then there is a leak.
http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/job.aspx?modelid=11511&src=Home&pos=Edit3
Four-wheel-drive Tucsons come with a Borg Warner torque management system that monitors wheel traction, among other things.
Normally, 99 percent of the engine power goes to the front wheels, but if slippage is detected, up to 50 percent of the power can be sent automatically to the back. This 50-50 arrangement can be locked into place with the push of a button on the dashboard, too.
Now I'm not saying that you're not justified in feeling upset, disappointed and downright frustrated but remember even Toyotas and Hondas have their share of problems also. I happen to like both brands and they both have excellent reputations and reliability ratings but remember they also have their share of problems.
Hyundai wants and need satisfied owners. Give them a chance to get things right. Good luck.
1st tank of gas I got ~ 18mpg
2nd tank I got 15.5 mpg.
I drive 90% city 10% highway
Went through car wash twice sunroof never leaked.
I bought it in NJ.
I paid 22.2K total (not including tax & tags) including sunroof and mud flaps.
So far no negative issues and I've experimented with every feature multiple times.
Any other Tucson owners care to compare info?
Key1
As for the 50-50 4 w.d., I'm scared to try it.
Has anybody else tried it?
Mark Salem used to have a radio show in St. Louis, he now is on TV in the Phoenix area (home of his shop). Here's his take on tires:
"The inflation information on the tire will describe the maximum inflation of that tire cold. This is the most that tire should ever be aired to. The owners manual may describe a slightly lower inflation number. Anywhere in between will be fine for any car or SUV or light truck. But remember this:
Using the higher inflation numbers (35-44 psi) will keep the tire cooler, give you better fuel economy but you will sacrifice ride quality. The ride of the car will be harsher than with softer tire pressures.
Using the lower inflation numbers (28-35 psi) will give you a soft, smooth ride but your tires will run hotter and your fuel economy will be between 1-5% less than with fully inflated tires.
I always inflate my customers tires to the maximum inflation figure written on the side of their tire. The only exception is a "Z" rated high performance tire, like ones on a Corvette, Camaro, 300ZX. I do not inflate them to their maximum of 44 psi, but use 35 psi as our upper limit on these tires. Otherwise the ride is way too harsh."
http://www.marksalem.com/salem-faqs/default.asp?Action=Q&ID=55
I hope to buy a used Tucson as soon as some good ones show up for a good price.
Any ideas what a left over new Tucson would cost in say, December/Jan?(dealer)
A used one in Dec/Jan with maybe 10k miles?
Soes Hyundai have "certified" used cars?
ALSO- I hear the original warranty is not passed to the new owner, that the new owner gets a shorter Warrnty... Any insight people?
thank you!
I would not expect to see too many used Tucsons in the near future. To the best of my knowledge they are not in rental fleets which is where you typically find current model year used cars coming from.
"Of the new introductions, Land Rover LR3, Chrysler 300 and Hyundai Tucson sold at the smallest discounts -- 0.1%, 2.8% and 3.6% below sticker price, respectively."
New Models Currently Selling at Widely Divergent Discounts (PR Newswire)
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Every SUV that has been tested get's less than 16 miles per gallon for city driving, regardless what the manufacturer states it should be. The mid size SUV's got as low as 10mpg city driving according to Consumer Reports testing. The tested highway mileage was more in-line with what the manufacturer states it should be.....but the city mpg was much lower.
The Tucson has yet to be tested.
SUV's like the CRV, and Forester, & Rav4 got the highest city mileage of ~ 15-16mpg.
On My Tucson GLS V6 4WD I get ~ 16mpg and I do mostly city driving (I currently have 800 miles on it).
Key1
That's great....what trim do you have GL? GLS?
V6 or 4 cylider?
is yours 4WD or 2WD?
Key
Why does Hyundai use that - IMHO - cheap-looking grey cladding on their upper level models? It makes it look like everyone else's low-priced economy model. I like the look of the entire vehicle painted the same color as it appears more "finished" to my eye.
Looked at some yesterday, sat in it and found that it wasn't as cramped as I thought it would be. I think the driver's seat could use another inch or two rearward adjustment, but then there would be no rear passenger legroom.
Will go back this coming week to drive either a GLS or LX V6. I like the stereo in the LX, but don't really need the heated leather seats in Florida. Wish I could get the LX system in the GLS to make my decision easier!
I like the Arctic Frost with tan interior and NO moon roof.
Deke
But in a white on, the brown was ok.
ElantraStan
Gas milage on seperate fillups was 24.5, 23.7 and 24.2. This was running at 70 - 80 over moderatly hilly terrain. I took 101 for those of you who know the area, which incidentally is a gorgeous drive right now after all the rain we have had out here in CA.
So the sticker saying 26 highway is pretty close to what I'd have gotten if I had stayed between 55 - 65. Trouble is, you are in the way as that speed, and it would a right lane drive all the way to LAX.
The car is a remarkably smooth cruiser, quiet at 75 and has plenty of punch for climbing hills.
Very happy with our Tuskie!
Didnt know the 10 year/100k isn't transferable thats a bummer but good info.
I expect 20 mpg or better for this car. Anything less would be a disappointment. Since I'm pretty sure they have 22-27 on the window, I want truth in advertising here.
That's not advertising. It's Federally mandated by the EPA which specifies mileage testing to be done with a dynamometer and is only an approximation to real world driving. It serves as a comparison among vehicles and, of course, YMMV.
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