Bought a 2025 Tucson Hybrid Limited last month. It's been great in the snow, and I've been averaging around 38 mpg. Plus...the tech is light-years ahead of the competition and the space is outstanding for its class.
I appluad Hyundai for not making boring cookie cutter designs like Toyota and Honda. They are bringing excitement to their vehicles. The technology and features you get are still unmatched with their Japanese rivals.
Don't agree with your comment on lane centering. Hyundai's hands-on lane centering is one of the best in the industry. Don't know about Toyota, but Honda lane centering sucks at anything other than straight lanes. I drove both the 2023 Santa Fe as a road trip rental, and my brother's 2023 Honda Pilot. 2023 The Santa Fe with the first gen HDA did a much better job of lane centering than the 2023 Pilot.
@Mr_Pussi That is a very true statement. It's like they are afraid to say how Hyundai and Kia are doing well with technology and packaging. With Honda, you still don't get a panoramic roof, HUD, ambient lighting, smart park, digital key, and ventilated seats. Yet, they have to nerve to cost as much or more than Hyundai. Why on Earth as a consumer should I pay more to get less?
I tend to fight against lane centering because I like to be a bit closer to the outside of the lane, but the car wants to be closer to the center line. I was able to turn off centering.
Great job! I'm really enjoying my 2025 Tucson Hybrid so far. The fuel efficiency isn't quite what I expected, but I assume that's just because it's still in the break in period. Thanks for the review.
What's the mileage ru getting ? And what's the ideal driving mode u use..... I Have 2025 hybrid tucson.... Just want to check I am getting 410 to 425 mpge on full tank 12.5 gallons max. I checked 3 times from full tank to 0, on eco drive mode .....
@@rajashekarreddy6055 I'm getting around 12.5 to 13 mpg, and honestly, I'm not very happy about it. I feel like I might have made a big mistake because this is far from what I was promised. I'm using MYDRIVE, allowing it to select the best settings based on my driving habits.
I have a 2023 Tucson Limited and the HTRAC AWD is great in the snow. I really like it but I wish I had the Hybrid version. The ICE 187 horsepower is just a little anemic…
I own the 2023 Hyundai, what I would change through is , I should have gotten the AWD and hybrid. I have also driven this to Texas last year and it was awesome. Very fuel efficient to say the least and I drive very fast .
The newer Hybrid Tuscon's use the EV to 'soak' up speed bumps, but I haven't read anything about normal road bumps / potholes... although the manual is 621 pages long, so...
Thank you for the great review! I just have a couple of questions. How did it handle in the snow compared to the RAV4? And did you notice any hesitation when shifting gears? I currently own a RAV4 Hybrid, and while it can be a bit noisy because of the CVT, it does provide instant torque. It also performed really well during the recent snowstorm. However, I'm thinking about switching to the Tucson Hybrid soon.
Great review. I have a 2017 Hyundai Tucson and I love the car except one thing I can’t stand the CVT transmission. It’s anything but smooth. It’s a very jerky and almost stalls out. If you need to really punch it from a standstill, I would say it’s borderline dangerous because you can’t get out in front of traffic. If you really have to you can’t depend on it. I had never had a CVT transmission before I bought this. I had no idea that something even existed or I never would’ve bought this car is why I’m looking at the new Hyundai. I do love the turbo because living in Phoenix Arizona. We’re only at 1500 feet elevation but if I wanna go up to Flagstaff, which is just an hour and a half away at 7500 foot and let me tell you going up that hill. You feel it without a turbo with a turbo. It just blast its way all the way up. It’s kinda like having turbo in a small plane. You can climb altitude with no problem, but you have a aspirated engine in a small plane in the higher you climb the less power the engine makes or if you’re at a high altitude airport and it’s hot outside same thing you’re a high Density Altitude and the engine makes less power unless you have a turbo
Please note that 2025 Tuscan lacks the tow wiring connection. Pervious models had it. We tried having traditional trailer wiring placed, but the shops say that splicing into the car wiring isn't good for the onboard computers. They say to wait for the wiring adapter to come our next year. Grrr. We use our little utility trailer often and sold our tow vehicle to buy this vehicle.
We never bought an extended warranty. We wanted it this time because of the extensive computers. First offer was $5000. He accepted our offer of $2000. This brought all coverage to 10 yesrs + 2 free oil changes per year for 10 years.
I had a 2021 rav4 hybrid.. it did fantastic in the snow, and also did great donuts if I wanted it to. It's the only hybrid I've ever owned, and the only hybrid I've ever driven in the snow. I'm planning on picking up one of these 2025 tucson hybrid's next time they have 0% financing.
@edsgarage001 I was never stuck, had new snow tires. Not going to say I did donuts often or for long when I did do them, but I never had any overheating issues.
Hear you on the suspension comment. In our 21 Santa Fe hybrid it's like this as well, smooth while cruising but going over speed bumps and things at low speed it feels like a giant pogo stick.
It’s effectively an “improved” Haldex system; it’s a FWD-biased mechanical system that can send up to 50% of its power to the rear wheels. This happens automatically most of the time, with each Drive Mode acting a little differently (Sport has the highest likelihood of sending power to the rear, while Eco has the least). There’s also a button at the front of the center console that, when pressed, locks the center coupling that connects the front and rear differentials. This will automatically disable itself if you drive faster than about 37 MPH (I believe it’s technically 60 KM/H, just digitally converted to miles). It’s meant for icy conditions and light off-roading. Also, the Tucson’s AWD system has a somewhat basic method of torque vectoring; When it feels wheel slippage, it applies the brake on only that wheel. And since all of its differentials are “open”, this allows power to be sent to the *opposite* wheel, or really whichever of the 4 wheels has traction at any given moment. All in all, it’s very similar to the AWD system in most Subarus. The key difference is that a Subaru AWD system is effectively always “on”, whereas this system (like most) is automatically toggled on and off as needed. The benefit here is better fuel efficiency, while Subaru’s approach probably results in occasionally better traction.
The Subaru is, or at least was, using the mechanical Torsen system, same as the original Audi's. As a result will always be better than electronic systems, although I acknowledge these have become better over the years.
This one has a passive suspension, so it's not electronically adjustable. Only one setting. Baby mode dulls inputs(steering/acceloration) but doesn't affect suspension.
Does not really compare traction in snow to other hybrid SUVs. Which accelerates faster in snow? Which brakes better in snow? Does not address fact that 6-speed tranny allows only weak regen braking, while cvts have medium to strong regen. Also, is reverse beep as loud as on 2024 model year?
Bought a 2025 Tucson Hybrid Limited last month. It's been great in the snow, and I've been averaging around 38 mpg. Plus...the tech is light-years ahead of the competition and the space is outstanding for its class.
Averaging 38 mpg in winter? Do tell.
I am planning to switch my Rav4 hybrid with Tucson Hybrid, how is your experience so far anything major that you dislike?
I appluad Hyundai for not making boring cookie cutter designs like Toyota and Honda. They are bringing excitement to their vehicles. The technology and features you get are still unmatched with their Japanese rivals.
Don't agree with your comment on lane centering. Hyundai's hands-on lane centering is one of the best in the industry. Don't know about Toyota, but Honda lane centering sucks at anything other than straight lanes. I drove both the 2023 Santa Fe as a road trip rental, and my brother's 2023 Honda Pilot. 2023 The Santa Fe with the first gen HDA did a much better job of lane centering than the 2023 Pilot.
Agreed
Agree. Some people are so up Honda and Toyota's ass that they don't want to acknowledge Hyundai's achievements.
@Mr_Pussi That is a very true statement. It's like they are afraid to say how Hyundai and Kia are doing well with technology and packaging. With Honda, you still don't get a panoramic roof, HUD, ambient lighting, smart park, digital key, and ventilated seats. Yet, they have to nerve to cost as much or more than Hyundai. Why on Earth as a consumer should I pay more to get less?
We own a 21 Santa Fe and 21 Corolla. Lane centering works equally well in both,
I tend to fight against lane centering because I like to be a bit closer to the outside of the lane, but the car wants to be closer to the center line. I was able to turn off centering.
Great job! I'm really enjoying my 2025 Tucson Hybrid so far. The fuel efficiency isn't quite what I expected, but I assume that's just because it's still in the break in period. Thanks for the review.
What's the mileage ru getting ? And what's the ideal driving mode u use..... I Have 2025 hybrid tucson.... Just want to check I am getting 410 to 425 mpge on full tank 12.5 gallons max. I checked 3 times from full tank to 0, on eco drive mode .....
@@rajashekarreddy6055 I'm getting around 12.5 to 13 mpg, and honestly, I'm not very happy about it. I feel like I might have made a big mistake because this is far from what I was promised. I'm using MYDRIVE, allowing it to select the best settings based on my driving habits.
I believe it improves from 1500 miles.
@@marksneyd1262 Hope so, I'm at approx 1875 miles right now. Fingers crossed.
Bought my second new Tucson. 2025 ICE,SEL. LOVE IT!❤️
I have a 2023 Tucson Limited and the HTRAC AWD is great in the snow. I really like it but I wish I had the Hybrid version. The ICE 187 horsepower is just a little anemic…
I own the 2023 Hyundai, what I would change through is , I should have gotten the AWD and hybrid. I have also driven this to Texas last year and it was awesome. Very fuel efficient to say the least and I drive very fast .
Some Hyundai Tuscons can engage baby mode in my mode which adopts all bumps on the road. So you can try if yours has it.
The newer Hybrid Tuscon's use the EV to 'soak' up speed bumps, but I haven't read anything about normal road bumps / potholes... although the manual is 621 pages long, so...
Impressive hybrid suv
Thank you for the great review! I just have a couple of questions. How did it handle in the snow compared to the RAV4? And did you notice any hesitation when shifting gears? I currently own a RAV4 Hybrid, and while it can be a bit noisy because of the CVT, it does provide instant torque. It also performed really well during the recent snowstorm. However, I'm thinking about switching to the Tucson Hybrid soon.
Great review. I have a 2017 Hyundai Tucson and I love the car except one thing I can’t stand the CVT transmission. It’s anything but smooth. It’s a very jerky and almost stalls out. If you need to really punch it from a standstill, I would say it’s borderline dangerous because you can’t get out in front of traffic. If you really have to you can’t depend on it. I had never had a CVT transmission before I bought this. I had no idea that something even existed or I never would’ve bought this car is why I’m looking at the new Hyundai. I do love the turbo because living in Phoenix Arizona. We’re only at 1500 feet elevation but if I wanna go up to Flagstaff, which is just an hour and a half away at 7500 foot and let me tell you going up that hill. You feel it without a turbo with a turbo. It just blast its way all the way up. It’s kinda like having turbo in a small plane. You can climb altitude with no problem, but you have a aspirated engine in a small plane in the higher you climb the less power the engine makes or if you’re at a high altitude airport and it’s hot outside same thing you’re a high Density Altitude and the engine makes less power unless you have a turbo
Please note that 2025 Tuscan lacks the tow wiring connection. Pervious models had it. We tried having traditional trailer wiring placed, but the shops say that splicing into the car wiring isn't good for the onboard computers. They say to wait for the wiring adapter to come our next year. Grrr. We use our little utility trailer often and sold our tow vehicle to buy this vehicle.
We never bought an extended warranty. We wanted it this time because of the extensive computers. First offer was $5000. He accepted our offer of $2000. This brought all coverage to 10 yesrs + 2 free oil changes per year for 10 years.
I had a 2021 rav4 hybrid.. it did fantastic in the snow, and also did great donuts if I wanted it to. It's the only hybrid I've ever owned, and the only hybrid I've ever driven in the snow. I'm planning on picking up one of these 2025 tucson hybrid's next time they have 0% financing.
Unfortunately the Rav 4 hybrid is known for overheating rear motors when mildly stuck in the snow
@edsgarage001 I was never stuck, had new snow tires. Not going to say I did donuts often or for long when I did do them, but I never had any overheating issues.
@@wantsanewvehicle Thanks for clarifying, credit goes to the snow tires 😃
RAV4 hybrid has very weak and not very capable AWD system.
@@edsgarage001 yea I seen a video of a guy testing a Rav4 vs a Forester and the Rav4 AWD overheated.
Hear you on the suspension comment. In our 21 Santa Fe hybrid it's like this as well, smooth while cruising but going over speed bumps and things at low speed it feels like a giant pogo stick.
Stick it in Baby mode, it will be smooth.
what tires are best during winter for this vehicle? is all-season tires ok?
I have tires on this car Bridgestone Blizzak 6, they are amazing.
How do their awd system work compared to the standard, the Subaru AWD system?
It’s effectively an “improved” Haldex system; it’s a FWD-biased mechanical system that can send up to 50% of its power to the rear wheels. This happens automatically most of the time, with each Drive Mode acting a little differently (Sport has the highest likelihood of sending power to the rear, while Eco has the least). There’s also a button at the front of the center console that, when pressed, locks the center coupling that connects the front and rear differentials. This will automatically disable itself if you drive faster than about 37 MPH (I believe it’s technically 60 KM/H, just digitally converted to miles). It’s meant for icy conditions and light off-roading. Also, the Tucson’s AWD system has a somewhat basic method of torque vectoring; When it feels wheel slippage, it applies the brake on only that wheel. And since all of its differentials are “open”, this allows power to be sent to the *opposite* wheel, or really whichever of the 4 wheels has traction at any given moment.
All in all, it’s very similar to the AWD system in most Subarus. The key difference is that a Subaru AWD system is effectively always “on”, whereas this system (like most) is automatically toggled on and off as needed. The benefit here is better fuel efficiency, while Subaru’s approach probably results in occasionally better traction.
Subarus AWD system has actually gotten worse. They're cheap now.
The Subaru is, or at least was, using the mechanical Torsen system, same as the original Audi's. As a result will always be better than electronic systems, although I acknowledge these have become better over the years.
When you talked about reliability I don’t think you mentioned the 10 year warranty for drive train and battery.
Hey dude. Have you tried a baby mode suspension when you’re driving
This one has a passive suspension, so it's not electronically adjustable. Only one setting. Baby mode dulls inputs(steering/acceloration) but doesn't affect suspension.
Does not really compare traction in snow to other hybrid SUVs. Which accelerates faster in snow? Which brakes better in snow? Does not address fact that 6-speed tranny allows only weak regen braking, while cvts have medium to strong regen. Also, is reverse beep as loud as on 2024 model year?
the standard ones are great in summer but are absolutely not recommended for winter!
My past Only Japanese, but now they sucks . Korean are much better. This tucson seems interesting
No... No it does not. Tires >
Any car is only as good as its Tires/tyres. We have always swapped summer tyres for winter and it’s been a game changer.
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awful
Ugly😂