8.3
2023 Hyundai Tucson Elite N Line 2.0D AWD review
The Hyundai Tucson range is sprawling with variants, but this Elite N Line 2.0D AWD is arguably the sweet spot in the local line-up.
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Hyundai Tucson vs Cupra Ateca Comparison
Hyundai Tucson
Cupra Ateca
2024 Hyundai
Tucson
vs
2024 Cupra
Ateca
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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8.3
8.2
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Based on the Hyundai Tucson ELITE N LINE (AWD)
Based on the Cupra Ateca VZx
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
FunFuel Efficiency
54L
340 to 437 km
55L
429 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$34,900 - $55,150
$63,490
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Spacious cabin
- N Line extras look and feel special
- Diesel's grunt
Misses
- Annoying touch controls
- N Line cabin is very dark
- A bit pricey
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Baby Tiguan R vibes for $13,000 less
- Bigger back seat and boot than Formentor
- Unique Akrapovic exhaust option
Misses
- Very easy to add $10,000 in options...
- Basic cabin compared to platform mates
- No more 3-year free servicing deal
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Brembo Brake Package (+$4,200)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$475)
- Performance Exhaust System (+$6,300)
- Powered Panoramic Sunroof - Glass (+$1,850)
- Panoramic Sunroof - Glass (+$1,850)
Colours Available
White Cream is the standard paint colour, with all other finishes costing an extra $595. The palette comprises:
- Titan Grey
- Shimmering Silver
- Phantom Black
- Deep Sea
- Amazon Grey (excludes base model)
- Silky Bronze (Highlander only)
N Line models are available only in:
- Crimson Red
- White Cream
- Phantom Black
- Titan Grey
The only interior colourway on offer is Petrol Blue, with copper stitching found throughout the cabin.
The Ateca will be available in the following finishes:
- Nevada White
- Graphite Grey
- Magic Black
All finishes are a no-cost option, with one premium paint finish – Dark Camouflage – costing $475.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, TURBO CDI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1598 - 1999 | 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.6L | 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4, TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 115kW - 137kW | 221kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4000 - 6200 | 5300 | |
| Torque | ||
| 192Nm - 416Nm | 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 4500 | 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.5 - 16 | 9.3 | |
