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2005 Hyundai Tucson
Date Published: 7/31/08

2005 Hyundai Tucson
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MSRP:
$17,499 - 22,799

Invoice:
$16,449 - 21,363

Class:
Compact Sport-utility Vehicle

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2005 Hyundai Tucson
Expert Rating Summary
Category 2WD GLS Rating (See All
Ratings)
Compact Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 4 4.3
Fuel Economy 5 4.8
Ride Quality 5 4.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 4 4.7
Quietness 5 4
Controls 6 5.5
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 6 5.7
Room/Comfort (rear) 5 4.5
Cargo Room 7 6.7
Value within Class 7 6
Total Score: 54 50.7
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2005 Hyundai Tucson Review
Hyundai unveils a second compact SUV for 2005. Tucson is slightly smaller and less expensive than Hyundai's Santa Fe SUV, but is built on a similar car-type platform. It offers 4- or 6-cyl engines and front- or all-wheel drive. GL, GLS, and LX models are available; all have a liftgate with separate-opening glass. GLs come with a 140-hp 4-cyl with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. GLSs and LXs use a 173-hp V6 and the automatic transmission. All are available with AWD that lacks low-range gearing but has a dashboard switch that locks in a 50/50 front/rear torque split. ABS, traction control, and an antiskid system are standard. So are front side airbags and head-protecting curtain side airbags. Leather upholstery and heated front seats are exclusive to LX models, where they're standard. A sunroof is available on GLS and LX. Tucson shares its design with the Kia Sportage.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Among utility vehicles, Compact SUVs are the least costly and offer the best fuel economy. Most utilize a car-type chassis and are not designed for heavy-duty, off-road use. Nearly all are five-passenger vehicles.

Our Best Buys include the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Mazda Tribute, and the Mercury Mariner. Our Recommended picks are the Honda Element, Hyundai Tucson, Jeep Liberty, and Subaru Forester.
News
Tucson has just left the corral, so near-term changes will likely be minor. The same goes for the related new-generation Sportage at Hyundai-owned Kia.
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