2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid Limited
Class: Compact Crossover
Passenger capability: 5
Color: Amazon Gray
CG Report Card | |
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Room and Comfort | A- |
Power and Performance | B+ |
Fit and Finish | B+ |
Fuel Economy | A |
Value | B+ |
Report-card grades are derived from a consensus of test-driver evaluations. All grades are versus different autos in the identical class. Value grade is for particular trim degree evaluated, and will not mirror Consumer Guide’s impressions of your complete mannequin lineup. | |
Big & Tall Comfort | |
Big Guy | B+ |
Tall Guy | A |
Big & Tall consolation scores are for entrance seats solely. “Big” score based mostly on male tester weighing roughly 350 kilos, “Tall” score based mostly on 6’6″-tall male tester. | |
Drivetrain | |
Engine Specs | 261-horsepower 1.6L |
Engine Type | 4-cyl turbocharged plug-in hybrid |
Transmission | 6-speed computerized |
Drive | AWD |
Miles pushed: 252
Real-world gasoline economic system: 109.0 mpg
Driving combine: 60% metropolis, 40% freeway
EPA-estimated gasoline economic system: 56 MPGe/23 mpg (metropolis/freeway mixed)
EPA-estimated EV vary: 33 miles
Fuel sort: Regular gasoline beneficial
Base value: $56,260 (not together with $1795 vacation spot cost)
Options: Special paint ($395)
Price as examined: $67,450
Quick Hits
The nice: Classy cabin, easy EV/gasoline integration
The good: Roomy front-row, easy-to-use controls
The not so good: Capacitive buttons beneath touchscreen sluggish to reply
Tom Appel:
Want to listen to one thing foolish? By some estimates, homeowners of plug-in hybrid autos (PHEVs) are solely plugging of their autos half of the time. This per a few research performed in Europe. But don’t get smug, I can’t think about American PHEV homeowners are doing a lot better.
Here’s the issue: PHEVs price greater than standard (non-plug-in) hybrid autos, and return decrease fuel-economy when working in hybrid mode. The diminished mileage comes largely because of the added weight of the plug-in-hybrid battery. In the case of the Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid—which we’re about to speak about–we’re about 500 kilos of added bulk.
Now, in case you are ready to plug your plug-in in (how about this sentence?) that added quarter ton makes all of the distinction on this planet, as a result of the Tucson Plug-in Hybrid is an impressive automobile, and it’s even higher working in electrical mode.
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Redesigned for the 2022 mannequin yr, the Tucson compact crossover is little modified for ’23. The lineup consists of 5 fashions that includes a standard 4-cylinder powertrain, and front- or all-wheel drive (AWD). Also provided are three hybrid fashions: base Blue, SEL, and Limited. Only two plug-in-hybrid fashions are provided: SEL and Limited. All hybrid and plug-in hybrid fashions include a 6-speed computerized and AWD.
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Including vacation spot cost, the Tucson Plug-in Hybrid SEL lists for $36,695, and the Limited $44,495. For the added $7800, the Limited consists of: an computerized tailgate, leather-based seating surfaces, a bigger touchscreen (10.25 inches versus 8.0), Bose audio, wi-fi system charging, heated steering wheel, digital key, instrument-panel blind-spot view monitor, rain-sensing wipers, ambient cabin lighting, and Hyundai’s Highway Driving Assist (HAD).
The Tucson plug-in hybrid powertrain groups a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine with hybrid help and a 13.8-kWh battery. The battery gives an EPA-estimated 33 miles of electric-only vary. The mixed methods produced a stout 261 horsepower.
Consumer Guide examined a 2022 Tucson Plug-in Hybrid Limited in Amazon Gray.
Much just like the Hyundai Palisade in topline Calligraphy trim, the Tucson in Limited trim comes throughout as a premium-brand automobile. The cabin is usually lined with high-quality supplies, and the match and end Is prime notch. We stay followers of Hyundai’s easy-to-use, easy-to-read infotainment system interface, and admire the bigger display included on the Limited trim degree. Note: We did discover the capacitive buttons beneath the contact screens sluggish to reply. The response delay lengthens in chilly climate. This isn’t a deal breaker, however it’s annoying.
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There’s loads of area onboard the Tucson for 4 adults, and entry and exit maneuvers are made simpler by huge door openings. As with most compact crossovers, three-across seating within the second row is just about theoretical.
Under means in electrical mode the Tucson Plug-in Hybrid pulls from a cease silently. As there isn’t a masking engine noise, some street and tire noise make their means into the cabin, although the impact isn’t disagreeable. Power comes on with satisfying immediacy, and there’s loads of oomph for passing and merging maneuvers.
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Hit the “gas” laborious sufficient and the engine will kick in to supply extra energy. It is right here that the Tucson Plug-in Hybrid distinguishes itself from most different plug-in hybrids, even from luxurious makers. The easy interaction between gasoline and electrical driving is spectacular, and makes for an particularly nice drive expertise.
Also rewarding is the Tucson’s journey and dealing with. I’ve mentioned this about different electrical and plug-in electrics: If you’re in search of it, you may sense the mass of the battery as your spherical corners and tackle on-ramps, however most folk will discover this plug-in Hyundai sporty and positive footed. There’s even a bit little bit of steering really feel, which we admire.
Here’s the good a part of our story: Plugging in as usually as we may, we noticed 109 mpg throughout our 252-mile analysis. While this quantity is meaningless in case your scenario is totally different e.g., you reside father from the workplace, or can’t cost as usually, it does exhibit the potential advantage of driving a plug-in hybrid—and charging usually.
During a interval of comparatively delicate, battery-friendly temperatures, we noticed higher than the EPA-estimated 33 miles of EV vary, and clearly we made essentially the most of that scenario.
Note that the Toyota RAV4 Prime, and Tucson company steady mate Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid are additionally wonderful methods to go almost electrical with out worrying about discovering the subsequent charging station. Note additionally that the RAV4 Prime can be depraved quick.
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CG Says:
We’re very impressed by the Tucson Plug-in, and discover it an almost compromise-free means to make use of much less gasoline whereas having fun with the drive. If you may reside with out all the luxurious trappings, the SEL trim degree gives the identical drive expertise much less virtually $8000. Now there’s a fantastic deal. Just don’t be like these lazy Europeans, keep in mind to plug-in.
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