If you’re hunting a SUV that can punch the road and still feel eco‑friendly, Hyundai’s newest Tucson packs a 288‑hp hybrid that can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds— a serious rival to the Toyota Fortuner’s 158 hp.
The long‑wheelbase version stretches to 4,700 mm, nudging the cabin and boot up by 60 mm, 40 mm and 20 mm respectively. The cargo hold expands to 1,067 litres, a 30‑mm lift in wheelbase and an 83‑degree door opening that makes entry smoother than the old model.
A special XRT PRO trim adds 210 mm of ground clearance, all‑terrain tyres and a front recovery hook, turning the Tucson into a genuine off‑road contender next to the Mahindra Thar and Jeep Wrangler. The added 30 mm clearance is more than a cosmetic tweak; it changes the way the SUV handles uneven roads.
Inside the cabin, Pleos Connect runs on Android Automotive OS. A 17‑inch main display pairs with a 9.9‑inch driver screen, and Gleo AI lets you request a hiking trail or nearby parking without scrolling through menus. The system supports native third‑party apps and can update itself over the air.
Hyundai will launch the 2027 Tucson in Korea this year, with North America and Europe slated for 2027. No Indian launch date or price has been announced yet, so buyers should monitor whether the plug‑in hybrid will be offered in India and how the pricing will stack against rivals like the Creta and Fortuner.