If the Tucson test drive is a success I am thinking of getting the N-Line S (as you have done) but in Shadow Grey. Whilst I’d much prefer leather trim, I don’t like the thick black plastic wheel arches and sills on the Ultimate. Our local dealer is getting a Cypress Green Ultimate with Cypress Green interior in stock next week for a customer, so it will be interesting to see that in the flesh. I also want to see Shadow Grey in the flesh. I’ve seen some on AutoTrader and it seems to suit the N Line S very well. Any tips regarding what I should look out for on the day that I have the Tucson on test would be very much appreciated.
Shadow Grey is Hyundai’s N Line (S) specific colour. Its looks nice when you see it in the flesh but, is a solid colour, rather than a metallic or Pearl, as with Ecotronuc Grey. In the showroom under LED light the variation in colour between them is only one shade, with Econtronic grey looking a bluey grey in the right light conditions. Of course colour is a personal choice.
The switchgear is decently damped and that of the air vent controls. The centre console switches seem a little loose and have a forward and side to side play but, do not rattle. I believe this was intentional, as when on the move and once you know what does what, I have found them easier to press than if they were fixed with no play.
Its not a BMW, so going in expecting BMW will only serve disapointment however its certainly on par with the latest VW iterations and better in some area’s.
There is another power to keep up with motorway traffic keeping it in the “eco” range where the RPM is usually displayed (RPM display can be selected if wanted), going to far into the “power” range will unleashe the engine. Sport mode delivers its full combined power, which is more than enough however I have found eco mode plentyfull. I have started to trial forcing it or switching it into Hybrid mode on the motorway at higher than normal speeds (yes I’m mad max type 🤣) and let it run in electric – ICE – electric…, to see what that acheives. As we know with EV’s the faster over 70 you go the battery depletes quicker. However my previous test leaving it in default auto mode acheived good results better than my trip a couple of weeks ago, as it stayed in EV longer with depleting the battery as quick. I’m still learning!
The columb gear selector is easy enough to use, just make sure you turn it to the stop point in D & R and midway for N. I don’t if you drive uots a coventional auto (autohold off) where it creeps if you let your foot off the brake pedal (useful in traffic) or with auto hold on. If you have autohold on and you turn the ignition off it will go into park and apply the handbrake. If you drive with auto hold off, it will go into P and you will have to apply the electronic handbrake.
The Bing Bongs! Well the good news is they can be turned off, volume reduced to zero or a subtle vibration sent to the steering wheel. Lane keep assist can be turned off at the steering wheel buttons, with only the new Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, that needs to be turned off at every start up or can be muted via the volume mute button on the steering wheel. That said with the safety assistance volume turned down and the radio on its barely audible anyway. (will send pic’s on howto access)
Emergency brake assist seetings are found in assistance as above with a choice of 2 or 3 settings. I have mine set to “late”
There are two “*” quick acess favourite buttons, one on the steering wheel and one on the dash that can be used as shottcuts, which I know will please you comming from BMW.
The 360 camera is excellent and has several settings for different views and can be acessed from a button on the centre console or in reverse obviously. There is another switch next to it to turn off parking sensors.
Its by far quiter than my previos Tucson, no doubt helped by the Everest double glazing and its soaks up bumps, pothes etc far better than my previos one. Having a large tilt and slide pano roof is nice and the cover can be leftback when the roof is closed to let light in, as are the ventillated seats, as well as every other extra you can think about. I really like its not all menu driven and once you have set it up how you want everything is easy and intuitive and easy to use day to day.
The Krell system is ok once you set it up to your personal taste but, not mind blowing.
Cost wise without a cheap overnight tariff is costing below half than running my prrevios one. If I went onto a cheap vernight tariff it would cost a third of what it was costing previously. Thats my stats upto yet, which may change for the better or worse. I shall be installing a commando socket designated for charging the car.
Any questions please ask.