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2022 Hyundai Tucson Review, Pricing, and Specs Previewed by the Vision T concept at the 2019 LA auto show, the 2022 Hyundai Tucson sports a daring new design that seems destined to shake up the compact-SUV marketplace. The entry-level Tucson is powered by a more conventional 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine shared with the Sonata family sedan but a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid will be offered, both using a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder augmented by an electric motor. All models are fairly well equipped and the Tucson is among the most stylish options in the segment. It goes head-to-head with several strong rivals such as the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5, Toyota RAV4, and the Volkswagen Tiguan, but the new Tucson has brought its A-game. What's New for 2022? The Tucson is redesigned from stem to stern for 2022, integrating the company's new design language for a bold look. Also, have you seen the sleek new brake lights and turn signals on the all-new 2022 Hyundai Tucson? There is a picture of them at the bottom of this article so keep reading! Get Pre-Approved Schedule Test Drive Value Your Trade Pricing and Which One to Buy We suggest the SEL Convenience trim as it offers a great balance between features and price. It comes standard with heated front seats, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, a sunroof, heated steering wheel, and a 10.3-inch digital gauge display, among other niceties. A sporty N Line model is also available for the first time, but for buyers hoping for a high performance turbocharged four-cylinder will be disappointed to learn that opting for this trim amounts to nothing more than an appearance package. Engine, Transmission, and Performance A 187-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder will be standard and comes with an eight-speed automatic and either front or all-wheel drive. A turbocharged 1.6-liter four will power hybrid and plug-in hybrid models, which Hyundai says is good for a combined 227-hp in the former and 261-hp in the latter; all-wheel drive is standard with the electrified powertrains and both come with a six-speed automatic transmission. The nonhybrid Tucson offers adequate pep for both city driving and highway passing maneuvers, but lead-footed drivers will yearn for more power. At our test track, our all-wheel drive Limited test vehicle made it to 60 mph in 8.8 seconds. The more powerful hybrid and plug-in hybrid models both feel quicker, but don't expect Toyota RAV4 Prime level acceleration from either of them. While the Tucson is no sports car, its handling is confident, its steering is reasonably crisp, and its ride is agreeable. What's most striking about the Tucson's driving demeanor is how quiet and refined it feels when cruising; it's these traits that give the SUV a sense of luxury that is rare to find in this class. Range, Charging, and Battery Life (Hybrid Model) The plug-in hybrid model sports a 13.8-kWh battery pack that is said to offer up to 32 miles of electric only driving. A 7.2-kW on-board charger allows the battery to be fully recharged in about two hours when connected to a level 2 charging station. Get Pre-Approved Schedule Test Drive Value Your Trade Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG The EPA estimates that nonhybrid versions of the 2022 Tucson should deliver as high as 26 mpg city and 33 mpg highway with front-wheel drive. Fuel efficiency ratings for the hybrid models haven't been released. When we get a chance to test the new Tucson for ourselves, we'll see how well it does on our 75-mph highway fuel economy route, which is part of our extensive testing regimen and helps us evaluate real-world mpg. For more information about the Tucson's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo Space The new Tucson sports a simplistic but modern dashboard design with a digital gauge display, a push-button shifter, and touch sensitive control panel for the climate control system and infotainment. Hyundai's flagship Palisade SUV and the brand's recently redesigned Sonata and Elantra sedans have served as a sort of watershed moment for the company's interior designs, and the new Tucson looks to continue the trend with a thoughtfully arranged interior filled with quality materials and luxury features. The 2022 Tucson's rear seat space and cargo area are both larger than the outgoing model, providing more passenger comfort and ease of use. Infotainment System and Connectivity A standard 8.8-inch touchscreen is integrated into the hands free dashboard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; a larger 10.3-inch screen with built-in navigation is optional. Features such as SiriusXM satellite radio, an upgraded Bose stereo system and a Wi-Fi hotspot will likely be offered as well, but Hyundai hasn't released a full list of standard and optional features. Other high-tech offerings include Hyundai's digital key smartphone app, which provides lock and unlock features as well as an option for remote start. Safety and Driver Assistance Features A host of driver assistance features will be available, many of which will come standard. For more information about the Tucson's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety ( IIHS) websites. Key safety features include: Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection Standard lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist Available adaptive cruise control with lane centering assist Highway Driving Assist Warranty and Maintenance Coverage In the compact-SUV market, only one rival offers as much warranty coverage as the Tucson, and that's its corporate twin, the Kia Sportage. The Hyundai still holds an advantage over the Kia in this area, though, thanks to its generous scheduled maintenance program. Limited warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles Powertrain warranty covers 10 years or 100,000 miles Maintenance is covered for three years or 36,000 miles Get Pre-Approved Schedule Test Drive Value Your Trade

2022 Hyundai Kona Pricing, Review, and Specs When an SUV delivers as crisp a driving experience as the 2022 Hyundai Kona, it's hard to get hung up on the usual anti crossover sentiment —so we won't. The subcompact Kona is, simply put, a great package that blends carlike on-road behavior with bold styling, a dose of practicality, and an elevated driving position. Two four-cylinder engines are offered: a 2.0-liter four, which is admittedly pretty poky, and a more desirable turbocharged 1.6-liter four that delivers a lot more punch. Sticking to Hyundai's value-forward approach, the Kona comes with a long list of standard features which only grows as you move through the more expensive trims—the top few of which get downright posh. The Kona is one of the smaller offerings in the subcompact SUV segment, so it gives up cargo and passenger space to some of its larger rivals, but we think the trade-off for the Hyundai's compact package and fun-to-drive nature more than makes up for those shortcomings. What's New for 2022? A lot, actually. Hyundai has given the Kona a refreshed exterior and interior for 2022, complete with a new front-end treatment that's even more dramatic than the 2021 model. New wheel designs, updated exterior lighting elements, a new wide-mouth grille, and faux front and rear skid plates are all new styling features. Inside, the Kona receives a redesigned dashboard and a few new optional goodies, including a new digital gauge display, wireless smartphone charging, and heated rear seats. Get Pre-Approved Get Today's Specials Value Your Trade The standard 7.0-inch infotainment touchscreen has grown to a larger 8.0-inch diameter, and a new 10.3-inch unit is now available as an upgrade. On top of all these changes, a sporty N Line trim has been added to the lineup with a 195-hp version of the turbocharged 1.6-liter engine; no word yet on the performance oriented N model that is expected soon. Pricing and Which One to Buy If it were our money, we'd spring for the nearly loaded Limited model, as it offers nearly all of the most sought-after equipment without being too expensive. Standard equipment includes a sunroof, automatic climate control, fog lamps, leather upholstery, and a power adjustable driver's seat. Going with the Limited also gives us the spunky turbocharged four-cylinder engine and exterior styling that fairly mimics that of the top-spec Ultimate model, so no one will know you saved the extra cash. Engine, Transmission, and Performance Two powertrains are available with the Kona: SE and SEL models come with a 147-hp four-cylinder and a six-speed automatic transmission. This setup could use a bit of caffeine; in our testing, an all-wheel-drive SEL model required 9.2 seconds to reach 60 mph. Limited and Ultimate models are powered by the considerably peppier 175-hp turbocharged four-cylinder paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic; going with the N Line trim boosts power to 195 horsepower. With the turbo-four, the 175-hp Kona Ultimate scampered from zero to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds, just 0.1 second behind the rapid Kia Soul Exclaim. The seven-speed dual-clutch automatic shifts quickly and smoothly once you're rolling, but it stumbles at low speed in parking lots and in bumper to bumper traffic, engaging and disengaging first gear hesitantly until the driver offers more throttle input. The Kona delivers agile handling and a surprising amount of fun. This doesn't translate to a rough ride over choppy roads; in fact, the suspension offers quite the opposite, damping out bumps and providing occupants with a cabin that is well isolated from pavement imperfections. The steering is perhaps the Kona's biggest dynamic downfall: It's an uncommunicative helm that, despite its heavy-weighted feel, requires frequent corrections when cruising the highway. Get Pre-Approved Get Today's Specials Value Your Trade Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG In this class of fuel-sipping mini-SUVs, the Kona's EPA ratings are good but only average among its rivals. Despite this, the Kona impressed us during our real-world testing, besting much of its competition. With the turbocharged engine under the hood, the Kona delivered 32 mpg in our 200-mile highway fuel economy test; we managed 33 mpg with the base four-cylinder. For more information about the Kona's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo Hyundai's designers managed the tough task of bringing the charm of the Kona's exterior design to the cabin while maintaining comfort and convenience. Quality materials, good ergonomics, and comfortable seats feel grown up and refined but not out of step with the Kona's crazy but fun outward appearance. The steering wheel is wrapped with nicely grained leather with contrast stitching and offers integrated controls for cruise control and audio settings. Those upgrading from a compact hatchback or sedan will find the Kona's cargo space perfectly suitable, but buyers downsizing from a larger SUV will most likely feel the pinch. The Kona narrowly beat the pipsqueak Mazda CX-3 in our testing to see how many carry-on suitcases could fit. The Kona managed to hold 14 of our carry-on suitcases—two more than the CX-3 but eight fewer than the Honda HR-V. Infotainment and Connectivity Standing atop the Kona's dashboard is a touchscreen infotainment system flanked by simple shortcut buttons that allow you to easily switch between common menus. We found the system to be intuitive in its operation but leisurely when responding to inputs. An 8.0-inch touchscreen is standard, but buyers wanting a larger display can upgrade to a 10.3-inch unit. Driving directions can be projected onto the Ultimate's head-up display that flips up from the dashboard and also shows the vehicle's speed and other information. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability are standard, with a wireless connection for such features available as an option. Get Pre-Approved Get Today's Specials Value Your Trade Safety and Driver Assistance Features Buyers searching for popular driver assistance features will find them on the Kona, which offers automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a driver attention monitor as standard equipment. Other more advanced features are still optional. For more information about the Kona's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety ( IIHS) websites. Key safety features include: Standard automated emergency braking Standard lane departure warning Available automatic high-beam headlamps Warranty and Maintenance Coverage By now, Hyundai's 10-year powertrain warranty is well known in the automotive industry as being one of the most generous policies available, and the Kona receives the same coverages as the rest of the lineup. The company also now offers complimentary scheduled maintenance that bests mainstream rivals such as Toyota. Limited warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles Powertrain warranty covers 10 years or 100,000 miles Complimentary maintenance covers 3 years or 36,000 miles Get Pre-Approved Get Today's Specials Value Your Trade