Overview & Reviews

For 2012, the Hyundai Tucson gets small changes designed to help boost fuel economy, including low-rolling-resistance tires and a new Active Eco system that modifies engine and transmission response. GLS models also get the same upgraded suspension and outside mirrors with built-in turn signals as the Limited. Hyundai has also retuned the suspension for a slightly better ride quality.

• Classy design inside and out
• Strong value.
• Sporty handling
• Simple controls
• Good fuel economy

• Firm ride
• Pokey acceleration with base engine.
• Below-average backseat and cargo space

User Reviews:

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  All the Thrill of Watching Grass Grow - 2012 Hyundai TUCSON
  By ebie - April 9 - 4:15 am

  Driving this boring car is almost as much fun as watching grass grow. Hopelessly underpowered, it takes forever to get up to highway speed, and merging into highway traffic is a religious experience. The ignition often doesnt want to release the key, resulting in the epic "man vs machine" battle. The bolt holding the drivers seat in place on its track has come out on its own several times, leaving the seat at the lowest position, which is lovely if you are tall or dont mind sitting on the floor. This car has a rough buckboard ride. Driving in the rain with the standard tires is rather unnerving as the car feels as though it is slipping and sliding rather than rolling smoothly forward

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  Tuscon: Overpriced Disappointment - 2012 Hyundai TUCSON
  By mybestequinox - January 10 - 3:12 pm

  I purchased a Tuscon because I wanted the style and improved gas mileage over my heavy Chevy. I had owned a number of Hyundai vehicles and had largely been pleased with them. Two Sante Fes and the Luxury Hyundai. This vehicle did not match up. My son said, "You dont drive this car. It drives you." Constantly have to correct steering. Cant control acceleration. Wont accerate, then takes off whining. I was happy the day I bought it and the day you sell (albeit at a loss). Miserable in between. Dealer unable to remedy any of the complaints. Sold at 12,000 miles. Whew. Will never buy another Hyundai. Got my Equinox back and love it as well at the real 32 mpg.

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  My 2012 Tucson story - 2012 Hyundai TUCSON
  By s_f_tucson - September 14 - 2:08 am

  My Wife and I bought a new 2012 Hyundi Tucson on Dec 28 from San Francisco Hyundi. Less than 3 three months later the engine needed to be replaced because the engine gasket was bad and leaked coolant into the engine. The only thing everyone cared about was what Hyundi Motors Company said. The service department knew what the problem and the solution was, but they were told to wait by Hyundi Motors Company until the gasket could get tested. Hyundai motors wanted to make sure they knew what the problem was. I didnt buy this car from Hyundai so they could keep it in the shop testing it. They could have at least filled my tank when they were done fixing it.