Hyundai Tucson 2004–2009 car dimensions: 4325 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1730 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,470 kg. Braked towing is 680 kg.
The cabin seats five with good front and rear legroom and an 8-way adjustable driver's seat. Manual air conditioning is standard along with cruise control, power windows, power locks, heated mirrors, a tilt steering wheel, and an AM/FM/CD stereo with six speakers. Standard driver aids include ABS with EBD, traction control, electronic stability control, and six airbags covering front, side, and curtain positions.
Cargo volume is 643 litres with rear seats up and 1855 litres with the 60/40 split-fold rear seats down. The front passenger seat folds flat for longer items. A washable composite cargo floor includes tie-downs, net holders, a cover, and underfloor tray storage.
The GL 2.0-litre models are rated to tow 680 kg braked and 454 kg unbraked. Payload capacity is 547 kg. Roof side rails are standard for additional load carrying.
The cabin seats five with cloth upholstery and an 8-way adjustable driver seat plus tilt steering wheel. Air conditioning, power windows, locks and heated mirrors come standard. Rear seats split 60/40 and fold flat for cargo, with the front passenger seat also folding. Space feels roomy for a compact SUV with good leg and head room.
2.0L engine EPA 22 city/27 hwy mpg
Regular unleaded fuel
Standard six airbags, ABS, ESC and traction control
Euro NCAP 4 stars adult occupant
NHTSA 5-star front and side ratings
5-year/60,000-mile basic and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty
The GL runs a 2.0-liter four-cylinder on regular unleaded. EPA figures are 22 city and 27 highway mpg with the manual, slightly less with the automatic.
Standard safety kit includes dual front, front side-impact and front/rear side-curtain airbags plus four-wheel ABS with EBD, traction control and electronic stability control. The generation earned 4 stars for adult protection in Euro NCAP testing and 5-star NHTSA front and side scores.
Basic warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles with powertrain protection to 10 years or 100,000 miles. Keep up with oil changes and timing belt service on schedule to maintain reliability over high miles.
Length 4325 mm, Width 1795 mm, Height 1730 mm, Wheelbase 2630 mm (Tucson 2004–2009)
Sources: manufacturer data, Hyundai official 2005 Tucson US brochure, Hyundai Korea heritage page.