Hyundai Tucson Hybrid 2024 review: class-leading SUV gets subtle improvements

As ever, the Tucson features plenty of kit even in entry-level guise. The Advance spec includes LED lights, 17-inch alloys, keyless entry, front and rear parking sensors, two-zone climate control and the 12.3-inch central display with wireless Carplay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging and four USB-C sockets.

Move to Premium trim, and there are 18-inch wheels, an eight-speaker Krell sound system, adaptive cruise control for the auto-equipped models, a powered tailgate, heated steering wheel and heated front seats with part-leather trim. 

The N-Line has 19-inch wheels and body-coloured wheelarches, sportier styling and suede-effect interior trim, while the N-Line S adds ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, panoramic glass and matrix LED headlights.

At the top of the range, the Ultimate driven here combines all of the kit of Premium and N Line S plus adds memory seats, while the full suite of safety features include surround view cameras, blind-spot monitors and a parking distance warning.

On the road, the Tucson delivers comfort over sporty handling, and the new car offers a driving experience that matches that of the outgoing car. You don’t really miss the extra power of the old hybrid model – a 0-62mph time of 8.2 seconds is still fast enough for most needs – because this is a car that’s designed to get passengers from A to B safely and without drama.

Light steering means it’s a doddle to manoeuvre at low speeds, while the assorted camera systems give you a clear view of your surroundings – helped here by the assorted warning buzzers and beeps just to make sure you’re aware of what’s going on around you.

At higher speeds, the suspension absorbs bumps well and body roll is kept in check, while the engine fades away to the background and wind noise is low, ensuring the Tucson is a comfortable motorway cruiser. For a car that delivers family transport, the revised Tucson maintains the standards set by the outgoing model, while the quality of life updates haven’t tainted its reputation in the slightest.