Model overview

Hyundai unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, two concept models, a Tucson hybrid electric and a diesel-powered plug-in hybrid. 

The hybrid model blends a 2.0-liter diesel model with 134 hp (100 kW) and a six-speed manual transmission along with a 14 hp (10 kW) electric motor to a total output of 148 hp (110 kW). 

The plug-in hybrid is powered by a 1.7-liter diesel engine paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The engine develops 113 hp (85 kW) along with a 67 hp (50 kW) electric motor and a 10.7 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery, which delivers an all-electric range of more than 50 km (31 mi). The total output is a maximum of 180 hp (135 kW), with calculated CO2 emissions of less than 48 g/km.

Hyundai Tucson Hybrid known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints owners have about the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid are:

• Slow acceleration from the base engine
• Touch-style controls can be distracting to operate
• Hybrid can't reach competitors on fuel economy

Hyundai Tucson Hybrid PDF owner manual

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