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I was hoping that it would join this quarter but it looks like it might still be a few months away (that’s just a guess BTW – I have no knowledge). However, I have since been put off by watching a number of reviews. Ride quality apparently isn’t great (which would probably be even worse on the heavy PHEV) and the 1.5i petrol apparently feels a bit underpowered and strained. I doubt we’d be offered any other engines.
I quite like the exterior but less so the interior. I also find it irritating that they have gone to the trouble of fitting a rotary controller, yet it doesn’t control the infotainment. Seems like a missed opportunity. I’m not a fan of touchscreen only systems from a safety perspective. The PHEV has an impressive electric only range, but I suspect that APs will be eye watering.
The PHEV has an impressive electric only range, but I suspect that APs will be eye watering.
The way AP’s have gone I think the prices of all of them will be on the hefty side.
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The PHEV has an impressive electric only range, but I suspect that APs will be eye watering.
Toyota are well known with producing the best hybrids, yet the Rav4 that has an heatpump and comes with a similar size battery (18.1kW) and 46 mile range. The Tiguan with an 18.5kW can apparently go an extra 20 miles than the Rav4!
I don’t like the interior either, as there’s way to piano black and a dash that looks to have been borrowed of the Mokka and a portable TV added lol.
The PHEV has an impressive electric only range, but I suspect that APs will be eye watering.
@kezo Somewhat off-topic, but talking of PHEVs, can I ask you a question about your new Tucson PHEV as my 24 hour test drive isn’t for another 2 weeks. I’ve had a BMW iX1 again today (courtesy car as mine is in for its MOT and service) – this time a 30e M-Sport. As with the other 2 iX1s I’ve driven, I didn’t like the regenerative braking. I don’t like the sensation of the car breaking almost every time I take my foot off the accelerator. The last one I had I managed to turn down the sensitivity (after a very long search on iDrive version 9.0) but the one I had today had the older 8.5 OS and I couldn’t find how to do it. Can I ask what the Tucson is like when driving in Electric only mode? Is the regenerative braking noticeable and, if so, is there an option to adjust the sensitivity of it? Also, how are you finding the infotainment system on the Tucson. I have to say the system on the latest BMWs is nowhere near as intuitive as the system on my 2021 car and is really complicated to use, especially now that the rotary controller has gone.The PHEV has an impressive electric only range, but I suspect that APs will be eye watering.
@kezo Somewhat off-topic, but talking of PHEVs, can I ask you a question about your new Tucson PHEV as my 24 hour test drive isn’t for another 2 weeks. I’ve had a BMW iX1 again today (courtesy car as mine is in for its MOT and service) – this time a 30e M-Sport. As with the other 2 iX1s I’ve driven, I didn’t like the regenerative braking. I don’t like the sensation of the car breaking almost every time I take my foot off the accelerator. The last one I had I managed to turn down the sensitivity (after a very long search on iDrive version 9.0) but the one I had today had the older 8.5 OS and I couldn’t find how to do it. Can I ask what the Tucson is like when driving in Electric only mode? Is the regenerative braking noticeable and, if so, is there an option to adjust the sensitivity of it? Also, how are you finding the infotainment system on the Tucson. I have to say the system on the latest BMWs is nowhere near as intuitive as the system on my 2021 car and is really complicated to use, especially now that the rotary controller has gone.
Off on every restart – choice of level o, 1, 2 and 3 and hold + for i pedal on flappy paddles ( – paddle, reduces regen in reverse to off) behind steering wheel. Paddles also act as gear selector in Sport mode, where full power is acheived.
Regen off whils’t coasting acts as my previous ICE but, add tiny amount of regenb y nature of the system but you can’t tell.
Thanks @kezo The Tucson is the only car still available on the scheme that, on paper, ticks every box for us. I would prefer to keep our 2021 BMW X1, but as my wife now really needs a hoist to get in and out we have no choice but to order a new car, as Motability won’t fit such aids to existing cars.
Tucson prices haven’t gone up at all this quarter (having dropped £800 last quarter) and we wouldn’t need to add any options (not that you can) as it has all of our essential and preferred features as standard (including even 4 wheel drive with the PHEV). I just hope that I like it (I haven’t driven a Tucson or a PHEV before) as there isn’t really an alternative option if not!
The Mazda CX-60 could have been an option if the option packs were still included, but I could not get the spec that I would want now without splashing out over £10k (AP plus options) and as it’s not a car that I would choose as a private customer that doesn’t appeal.
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.
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.
Thanks @kezo That’s all really useful information. How do you find the transition from electric to petrol when on the move? I don’t recall reading anything in particular about the Tucson, which is probably a good sign, but it seems that the smoothness of the transition when the engine kicks in is better on some PHEVs than others.
Thanks @kezo That’s all really useful information. How do you find the transition from electric to petrol when on the move? I don’t recall reading anything in particular about the Tucson, which is probably a good sign, but it seems that the smoothness of the transition when the engine kicks in is better on some PHEVs than others.
Transition is smooth from electric – ICE – electric!
Once I thought did it switch but it hadn’t as the ev light was still on, rather it was dropping a gear going up the mountain overtaking a knackered guy on a pushbike lol!
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