Hyundai Tucson 2009–2015 car dimensions: 4400 mm long, 1820 mm wide and 1655 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,450 kg. Braked towing is 1,600 kg.
The cabin seats five with solid rear legroom and a practical layout that includes bottle holders in all doors plus underfloor cargo storage. Higher grades add dual-zone automatic climate control with an ionizer, leather or leatherette seats, heated fronts, and a leather-wrapped telescopic wheel. Bluetooth hands-free is available or standard on mid grades. A 6.5- or 7-inch touchscreen navigation system is package or higher-trim only and pairs with the reverse camera. Cruise control is steering-wheel mounted on mid and top grades. Rear parking sensors appear on many mid and upper trims across markets. Standard driver aids are limited to ESC with traction control, hill-start assist and downhill brake control. no automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning or lane-keep systems are listed.
Boot volume is listed at 728 litres with the 60/40 rear seats upright and expands to 1580 litres when folded. Some markets quote VDA figures around 591 litres seats-up and 1436 litres seats-down. The load floor is flat and a cargo cover is available on higher grades.
Braked towing capacity is commonly listed at 1600 kg in many markets with unbraked at 750 kg. North American figures are lower at roughly 907 kg braked and 454 kg unbraked. A trailer hitch kit is available as an accessory. Payload is not consistently published as a single figure across global specs.
No heavy-duty cooling package or reinforced suspension is described for work or towing use. The vehicle relies on standard independent suspension and the optional AWD system for traction.
The cabin feels open and roomy with strong headroom, legroom and cargo space for a compact SUV. Higher trims add dual-zone automatic climate control plus a CleanAir Ionizer for fresh air. An available panoramic sunroof floods the interior with light for front and rear passengers. Limited models bring leather seats, heated fronts and an eight-way power driver seat with lumbar for long trips.
2.4L engine rated up to 31 mpg highway
Oil and filter change every 7,500 miles or 12 months normal use
IIHS Top Safety Pick with Good ratings in moderate overlap, side, roof and head restraints
Standard six airbags, ESC with TCS, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Hillstart Assist and Downhill Brake Control, active front head restraints, TPMS
The 2.4L four-cylinder delivers solid efficiency for daily driving and highway runs, with available all-wheel drive that does not heavily penalize fuel use. Transmissions include a six-speed manual or automatic with manual shift mode to help keep consumption in check.
Routine service centers on oil changes at 7,500-mile intervals under normal conditions, with more frequent attention recommended for severe use such as short trips or extreme temperatures. Cabin and engine air filters, tire rotations and brake inspections follow standard schedules. The vehicle carries a five-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and five-year/100,000-mile powertrain coverage in many markets.
Safety equipment is comprehensive from the base model upward. Six airbags cover front, side and curtain positions with rollover sensors. Electronic Stability Control, traction control, four-wheel disc ABS with brake assist and electronic brake-force distribution come standard, along with hill-start and downhill brake controls plus active front head restraints. The 2010 model earned IIHS Top Safety Pick status for strong performance in key crash tests.
Living with the Tucson is straightforward. Spacious seating and versatile cargo area suit family or weekend use. Standard features such as air conditioning, power accessories and available Bluetooth keep daily operation simple. Regular maintenance keeps the car reliable over high miles.
Length 4400 mm, Width 1820 mm, Height 1655 mm, Wheelbase 2640 mm (Tucson 2009–2015)
Sources: manufacturer data, Hyundai 2010 Tucson US brochure and owner manual, Wikipedia second generation.