Hyundai’s all-new, fourth-generation Tucson SUV has arrived in the local market with a revolutionary and ambitious new look that follows the company’s “Sensuous Sportiness” design identity, and larger dimensions to offer a spacious, luxurious interior and a superior drive.

The all-new Tucson represents a revolution for Hyundai in design terms. Overall, it features a bigger and wider body than its predecessor. Its muscular stance combines sharp angles and dynamic proportions with rich surfaces, ensuring a progressive look without compromising on Tucson’s rugged SUV heritage. It is the first Hyundai SUV to be developed according to the company’s “Sensuous Sportiness” design identity.

Prominent geometric patterns known as “parametric jewels” appear throughout the SUV’s design, giving it a progressive character. The most prominent display of these is on the vehicle’s front grille, where Parametric Hidden Lights provide a strong first impression. When the lights are off, the front of the vehicle appears covered in dark, geometric patterns, with no distinction between the signature LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), which are seamlessly integrated into the grille.

Thanks to new half-mirror lighting technology, when the DRLs are switched on, the dark chrome appearance of the grille transforms into jewel-like shapes, bringing an eye-catching element to an otherwise sleek appearance.

The new Tucson’s side profile conveys an impression of powerful forward motion. The long hood and level roofline coupled with a long wheelbase and short overhangs reflect a ready-for-anything dynamic character.

Parametric jewels also feature as a prominent design element on the side of the vehicle. Chiselled surfaces create a striking contrast between the car’s sleek silhouette and its cab-forward stance, suggesting forward motion even when standing still. Taut athletic shapes seamlessly merge into angular wheel arches.

On the rear, wide tail lamps with parametric hidden light details continue the design theme. The new Tucson’s rear bumper also integrates parametric pattern details with a three-dimensional effect, coupled with a sporty trim. It is also the first Hyundai model to apply a hidden rear wiper, which sit under the spoiler.

Customers can choose from seven exterior colours, Shimmering Silver, Silky Bronze, Phantom Black, White Cream, Crimson Red and Deep Sea.

With a range of new convenience features, Hyundai offers even more comfort for all-new Tucson customers.

For the first time in a Hyundai vehicle, the all-new Tucson’s hidden type Multi-Air Mode technology consists of a combination of direct and indirect air vents for air conditioning and heating to create a gentler air flow. When this mode is activated, the air is dispersed to the new multi-air slots in the front, in addition to the normal air vents.

The overall volume of moving air remains the same and is therefore just as effective at changing the temperature, but the dispersion of the moving air reduces direct air contact with passengers. This mode can be switched on and off based on the preference of the driver.

The three-zone climate control now caters to passengers in the rear seats in addition to occupants in the front of the vehicle. In addition, ventilated and heated seats in the front provide further comfort for the driver and front passenger alike in the Elite derivatives.

The 2-litre petrol engine delivers 115 kW peak power at 6 200 r/min. and 192 Nm peak torque at 4 500 r/min. The turbodiesel boasts with 137 kW peak power at 4 000 r/min., and 416 Nm maximum torque between 2 000 and 2750 r/min.

Fuel consumption in a combined test cycle was measured at 8,9 litres per 100 km for the 2-litre petrol variants, while the turbodiesel Elite uses 7,9 litres per 100 km.

Pricing: R519 900 – R699 900.