Hyundai has recently revealed the new-generation Tucson SUV, which is scheduled to be launched in the select international markets in the early next year. These are the live images of the new 2021 Hyundai Tucson from the brand’s dealership in the South Korea.
The 2021 Hyundai Tucson comes with bold exterior design featuring Hyundai’s new design language – “Sensuous Sportiness.” The DRLs are fully integrated into the uniquely designed front grille. These DRLs are unnoticeable among the dark chrome features when the car is off. While driving, the edges of the geometrically designed grille light up in 5 different, jewel-like triangles of light on each side.
The actual LED headlamps and turn signals are integrated on the lower front bumper, which also has a pair of small air ducts. The side profile is more angular, and has strong creases. There is a strong character line that runs across the length and finished above the rear lights.
At the back, the 2021 Hyundai Tucson gets a set of blade-line tail-lamps. There is a full-width LED bar that connects the quad tail-lights, which further broke down to form triangular elements. The lower bumper has unique diamond texture and a faux skid plate. The rear window wiper is placed under the roof spoiler, while the Hyundai badge is placed on the window glass.
Inside the cabin, the 2021 Hyundai Tucson features uniquely styled steering wheel with multiple buttons. There are two strips of silver trim surround both the driver and front passenger spaces, giving the cabin a twin-cockpit appearance. The top of the dashboard is flat, while the lower part is carved-in to give airy and open feel.
The new Tucson features a dual-screen infotainment system that has a 10.3-inch display for climate control and other functions. The infotainment system is compatible with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and two-device Bluetooth connectivity. There are no physical buttons on offer on the dashboard, except for the engine start/stop. It also gets air quality monitoring system that keeps track of pollution levels using a fine-dust sensor. It also tracks interior air quality and purifies the cabin.
The 2021 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a 2.5-litre inline 4-cylinder petrol engine that churns out a maximum power output of 190bhp and a peak torque 260Nm. Power is transmitted to the front wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The hybrid version has a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine with an electric motor. This powertrain offers 230bhp and 350Nm of torque. This model will use CVT gearbox.
Source – theKoreanCarBlog
