Hyundai Australia is expanding its hybrid range with the introduction of the 2025 Tucson. It also brings a segment-first curved panoramic display inside, Bluelink connectivity, and over-the-air update capabilities.
Firstly, the powertrains. The diesel has been dropped completely and now buyers have the 2.0 MPi petrol in front-wheel drive, the 1.6-litre turbo-petrol in FWD and AWD, and the new 1.6 turbo hybrid. Unlike the Kia Sportage hybrid, the Tucson hybrid is available in both front- and all-wheel drive configurations.
Fuel consumption on the official combined cycle is rated at 5.3L/100km for the hybrid in FWD and AWD form, while the 1.6 turbo AWD is rated at 7.2L/100km and the FWD is 6.7L/100km. Going for the base 2.0L petrol gets you the highest consumption of the lot, at 8.1L/100km.
The hybrid model uses a 1.49kWh lithium-ion polymer battery rated at 270V, providing energy for an electric motor integrated into the six-speed auto transmission that develops 47.7kW. Combined with the 132kW/264Nm 1.6 turbo, the system produces 172kW (slightly more than the Sportage’s 169kW output).
Interestingly, the Tucson hybrid offers 2mm of extra rear legroom compared with the regular engine variants, and 43L of extra boot space. The boot is measured at 582L/1903L in the hybrid.
Inside, Hyundai says the new model boasts a “first-in-class” panoramic curved display for the infotainment system, including twin 12.3-inch screens, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also comes with Bluelink vehicle connectivity so users can communicate with the car remotely, as well as over-the-air update capability.
Hyundai would also like to point out that the MY2025 Tucson offers a best-in-class braked towing capacity of 1900kg compared with hybrid-powered direct competitors. This should give it an edge over some of the popular rivals, such as the Toyota RAV4 AWD hybrid (1500kg), Nissan X-Trail e-Power AWD (1650kg), and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV AWD (1600kg).
All models come standard with a wireless phone charger, driver attention warning, dual-zone climate control, remote start, and high-beam assist. The facelift also brings in some revisions to the exterior styling, with a new front bumper bar moulding, refreshed grille, rear diffuser area enhancements, and new-look alloy wheels.
The 2025 Hyundai Tucson officially launches later this month. Prices start from $39,100 for the base 2.0 MPi, $45,100 for the 1.6 turbo, and from $45,100 as well for the entry hybrid. See below for the full price list (excludes on-road costs):
