Does The All-New Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Have What It Takes To BEAT The Toyota RAV4? 

Man I love this father son duo! Can't wait for that full Hummer H-EV review in 2023

Tommy: it’s a little finicky Tucson: I’m responding to every input what are you talking about Tommy:let’s just shut it off 😂

Currently a 2017 CX-5 owner, this might be on my radar for my next car. Definitely better looking than the Rav4 for sure.

My son bought a 2021 Hyundai Elantra very base model SEL. Yesterday he was backing out of our driveway and a car came around the corner at a very high speed. He did not see it but the standard equipped Hyundai with it's safety technology sounded alarms and automatically applied the brakes. They truly are taking technology from what you would only expect on higher level auto's and putting on their common product line.

My family has had 4 Hyundais over the last 15 years and they hold up really well. All of them over 200,000 miles. The only issues I've seen are strange electrical problems but nothing major unlike German manufacturers.

Good looking CUV. My friend was planning to buy one, but I'm not sure he'd like the infotainment without buttons. On a side note, Tommy, please film next time, I could barely hear you, behind the wind and the breathing noise 😅

Gets the same mpg as my new AWD Sienna...the Sienna is huge and carries 7 people. Tucson is nice though, Hyundai is killing it lately.

Yes, very pleased with the direction of HYUNDAI .

No knobs and buttons is an absolute deal breaker. I don't care how good the rest of the car is, touch only controls for the center console is garbage.

Just got this car and the infotainment isn't bad at all, and not finicky as you've clearly shown. I use the steering wheel controls far more ever since (even with a car with the knobs) so there's really not much of a problem there.

That was funny...he said the haptic touch buttons are "finiky", but they worked everytime he touched them😂

I bought the Limited Hybrid model back in Nov. I compared it to the Rav4 hybrid and the CRV hybrid and fully loaded they all cost a lot (+ I need AWD). All are nice cars but I finally went for the Tucson hybrid because of the extra power, the tech (I love the cameras and can live with no buttons), the warranty (10yrs/100,000 miles), the mileage (I'm averaging the 37 mpg), and the looks. All in all a very nice car.

The front kinda looks like the honda crosstour blacked out and I like it!...hyundai and kia are killing it in the design department

In order to use the Smart litigate feature you must first lock the doors and wait about 10-15 secs and then stand behind the vehicle. It will beep and flash before it opens up. I think it worked for them in the end because of the automatic door lock feature. So it works 100% as designed.

As a heads up, all the other models of Tucson have volume and tuning knobs. It’s only with the 10.25” screen that it’s touch only.

I just made a deposit on the Santa Cruz, but these hybrid numbers have me thinking. They need a hybrid Santa Cruz and all my boxes will be checked. For that matter, the same goes for the Ridgeline. Hybrid it

Looks good, but how about reliability?

😂😂🤣 “Let’s turn this off before the car drives off..”

You need to do a comparison between this and the Toyota Venza.

Turbocharged engine+hybrid battery pack? Doesn't sound great long term. It's either the RAV-4 or the CRV hybrid for me.

I got a hybrid to get away from traditional transmissions and rubber bandy CVTs. The eCVT in my Escape hybrid is GREAT!

I just got back from the local Hyundai dealer, looking at the new 2022 Tucson hybrid. Beautiful car...and I put some money down on a new one being delivered next month.

The regular 2.5L engine has plenty of PEZ for me and I love the aggressive acceleration sound No regrets for having chosen it. Also, my SEL does have physical on / off / volume / station buttons for the radio. The auto-open rear requires the vehicle be locked and the fob a certain distance away for a time as though you ran into the store for a minute Best looking and riding vehicle (in the segment) on the market to my sensibilities.

RAV4 killer. Seriously. Tuscon spontaneously combusts. Has Hyundai fixed that yet

You need to lock the car before that smart tailgate begins to work and it won't be active right after you locked it. Also, you can deactivate it from the central control system. I like this tailgate especially when I'm carrying stuff in my hand coming out of the grocery store. Actually, I've amazed a kid who is trying to help me to open it when she saw me standing behind my car while it's beeping. And when the trunk pop she was like "wow, that's so cool." 😄 My only gripe on this is it's missing a rear seat sunshade, even a manual one like their Euro model would be good.

Love the Hyundai Tucson! Would be nice to see how well it does off road, please do a review with it off-road.

I like Roman's camera work. He doesn't just focus on the speaker but focus on the area that is being described so the viewers can see and understand (i.e. the boot space - and the camera focuses on that area). Tommy needs to improve on this here because I noticed he tends to camera focus on the speaker instead of the area when described by the speaker.

Hmm...I'm not sold yet on this.. The 4 cylinder turbo has known issues and they keep installing this on thier various models... now they've added a hybrid to boot... plus the RAV 4 ground clearance looks higher... plus the RAV 4 looks muscular... subjective ofcourse... need a comparo between the two!

No it will not kill the rav4 or crv hybrid They never do, rent when the niro was suppose to be a Prius killer?!! Also that is a A LOT of gloss black trim That’s the one thing I hate about my Camry hybrid, gets so dusty immediately

39k for a Tucson?! These car prices are far outpacing inflation by 10 miles. Lost me at 39k.

The Mica duo. This interior is call.. Gray. 😄😄😄👍👍

For 40k you are stepping foot into luxury territory already

You have to turn on the walk up tailgate function in the gauge cluster menu I think. That's how the sorento is.

4:25 What was the issue? It was very responsive to all your touches.

No chance at all. Never ever hyundai tucson can beat toyota rav4

Test drove one, EXTREMELY IMPRESSED!!!

Lots of beeping as it’s warning you that you’ve left roof open. Also I think you need to set it up so you can walk up to the tailgate with the proximity key and it’ll open. Similar to the current one. Not a fan of all the buttons on the screen though

Once I started hearing dads heavy breathing I couldn't stop hearing it and it just got louder and louder... Not hating cause I do it too but...maybe next time bring a third person to film...lol Side note: Toyota take note..this is what's expected for tech and screens. I expect great things from the new Sequoia.

Fyi. 6spd auto has no efficiency sapping torque converter. Uses hybrid motor to sync gears before shifting.

Can't wait til y'all can get your hands on that Santa Cruz truck. Gonna be interesting to say the least. Dimensions are pretty decent so it's not obnoxiously large.

It's a kia. What do you think it will be worth (if its still running) with 200k on it?

I think that is the best option in that segment. But is getting expensive!!

Not worth $40,000 period in the market into buying my wife a new truck her 2004 Rav4 has 322,000 never been to the dealer or shop for a problem she don't want to get rid of it because it's so dependable and is still in perfect condition but I need it to go 322,000 miles still looking at another RAV4

I like the paddle shifters if they translate to the regen/one pedal driving

love the way the front daylight looks on the video. Same front design as the Santa Cruz. Finally a car that does not look like an animal or insect.

Too bad the Tucson currently is missing the 2.5T. Guess we can hope that this 1.6T hybrid is a better performance option, and at least no CVT.

Hyundai is changing the game with their all new lineup Now get a volume knob!

The paddle shifters cycle between levels of aggression for regenerative braking. It’s a great system that allows you to adapt to roads and I wish more hybrids and electric cars used something similar.

wow the dynamic between son and dad is great! makes the video go by so quickly. Keep it up guys! Question: who much will the tier below this 2022 hybrid cost?

Lincoln also tried the buttonless/digital screen controls. Didn't work for them either

Nobody is beating anything with that garbage all touch HVAC and Infotainment panel. It looks so out of place IMO. Love the exterior and the rest of the interior, but HATE that middle console screen area. Total deal breaker for me personally.

First and foremost, thank you for this thorough and balanced review - although there was one point that I was slightly puzzled, as when you were demonstrating the climate control icons - they were responding instantly to your touch - but then you seem to be saying the buttons are tricky to use.. this leads me to realise that - I guess I’m in the minority, but having test driven this car and spent some time with it I didn’t have a problem with the lack of buttons! 🤨😮 I’ve been put off in the past by some VW group cars because of having to use the touchscreen system for climate control… However the climate controls are separated from the entertainment system, it is very easy to raise or lower the temperature quickly. The icons are all grouped together very clearly in their own area below the entertainment system (and I love the driver only function), personally I just didn’t find it tricky to adjust on the move, and when it comes to climate control, I often set a temperature at the beginning of the journey and press sync and off we go - so I feel far too much fuss is being lavished on this manufacturer choice, in my opinion - don’t let it put you off what is a brilliant technologically sound car Again - (this is all purely my personal - amateur enthusiasts opinion), when it comes to the volume button it just is not an issue for me. I find the toggle on the steering wheel is far easier to use (even if the car did have a knob, I find the volume on the steering wheel is so much easier to operate and easy to mute, than reaching down to find volume knob). I also think the whole look of the dashboard controls are sleek, modern and classy looking. For me, adding a couple of knobs would not really make it much easier to operate.. within a day of test driving the car I had easily got used to setting the temperature as I liked it and I did not worry at all about the lack of physical control for Aircon/ volume Just my personal view, I love the car and have ordered one. Level of specification, space in the trunk and comfortable quiet ride all the things that have stood out to me on my test drive.

Tommy, keep Roman away from that zoom on the camera, man! He’s a menace! 🤣🤣🤣

I don't understand why auto reviewers (not just you) complain about the absence of a volume knob on the dashboard, while there are volume buttons on the steering wheel?? Who needs a volume knob when all you need is within a finger reach?! That comment does not make sense to me. Good review anyway and interesting new SUV by Hyundai.

The big question, will the reliability be as good as the RAV4 hybrid? I’m considering the Santa Fe hybrid which has the same power train as this car.

Not having the knobs and stuff for the infotainment in my opinion is a deal breaker for me.

On the 11th of Feb 2022 I bought a 2022 Tucson Hybrid Limited. 1K miles on it since. Really enjoy the car. Needed to buy a cargo liner for the rear and seat belt extenders for the two cars seats we have for the grandkids. The buckles are deep in the seat platform and I have to search and find to plug the belt into them. Easily solved real world issues. Odd that there's a separate charge for floor mats. With the price of gas skyrocketing, there's some comfort in knowing the hybrid gets better decomposed dinosaur bones per gallon.

I've been following this new generation Tucson for a while and think it looks great. I'm hoping to purchase one in the coming months, but waiting for more driving impression reviews. Hopefully that is coming from TFL sooner than later. I'm really interested to find out if the Hybrid is as efficient as Hyundai is claiming. I noticed the Rav4 appears to hit it's target number per the EPA, but I've found the Honda CR-V to come in well below the EPA figures. Cool, thanks for making the vids.

Some extra tech but certainly no Rav4 killer especially for the price

I am interested in this car but I read about the multiple recalls Hyundai has due to cars catching fire. Tucson was one of the vehicles affected by this. So, I am not sure if it is worth it? Anyone else also worried about this?

Love the interior n mileage

39k really?? I bought the SEL Convienence hybrid yesterday for 32k loaded included the panoramic sunroof. Also my version DOES have wireless android auto and volume knobs and wireless phone charging and IT DRIVES AMAZING PS If you want one you better hurry dealer inventory is dwindling due to chip shortage, and they wont be getting anymore in for a long time

Our Rav4 hybrid gets 42 mpg avg in summer and 38 mpg avg in winter. I wish they made a hybrid Santa cruz.

First Hyundai without a volume knob. Bring back the volume knob. Push button volume sucks.

what an interior.. love it..

Perhaps the paddles on the steering wheel can adjust regen? Using the paddles on my Accord Hybrid to adjust the 4 lvls of regen is my favorite feature of the car.

"it's a little finicky" as he stabs at the fan speed icons (like no actually does) yet it responds to each stab perfectly.....stop being negative just because somethings different. Last time I checked no one is trading their smart phones back in for an old push button one.....people will adapt and get used to it... plus just put it in auto and set the temp and forget it.... and even though my current ride has a volume knob...I almost NEVER use it because I have volume control on my steering wheel. LOVe you guys and your channels but sometimes your complaining for complaints sake is a little much. lol

The Fast Lane Car, we enjoyed your excellent video regarding the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid! Thanks from the Crew at BestLine Racing Additives!

Thanks for the review but donot you think Turbo and Hybrid works well in the long run? Rav4 has gained its reliability in hybrid vehicles. I am confused b/w Rav 4 2021 XSE & Tucson Hybrid 2022

The designer who removes all the knobs so you cannot operate simple controls without looking is a complete KNOB !

When are you testing the hybrid and PHEV offroad and on rollers? Need to decide between this and the rav 4 hybrid.

Father and son duo never gets old. The lack of actual knobs to control the radio or climate controls is a no go for me. The steering wheel wheel volume control doesn't count in my opinion, either.

The infotainment system does appear a bit laggy. I’m thinking the safest and most efficient way to adjust the audio volume is through the steering wheel so you can keep your hands on the wheel. Don’t really see the need for a fixed volume knob. The interior looks really nice. The rear seat area doesn’t look snug but I’m wondering how it compares to the CRV. Nice ride 👍

The RAV4 can last 500,000 miles. The Hyundai would be lucky to last 100,000 miles.

Is there not a button knob on the steering wheel? A passenger will have no problem with the touchscreen and the driver has options.

Didn't they learn anything from the Honda Infotainment hate? The new Hyundai truck doesn't have knobs either.

Mpg sounds good until you realize the toyota sienna seats 8 and gets 1mpg less

Honda went back to knobs because their touchscreen was/IS laggy/unresponsive with touch only. The knob was needed. I believe you need a key fob in your hand/pocket etc to use the auto open hatch. I think it's a very nice looking vehicle. Well done Hyundai and TFLC!

Doesn’t beat the RAV in MPG or cargo space oh and it comes with a spare tire

I wish that Hyundai would have installed a bigger gas tank in the Tucson Hybrid. Getting less than 400 miles (13+ gallon tank) range when doing interstate traveling is not enough for me. My 2018 Subaru Outback can go from the Eastern Ohio state (full tank) line (Ohio gas is now cheaper than Pennsylvania's) to Shrewsbury, Massachusetts @ 65-70 MPH average on ONE tank. The secret is an almost 19 gallon gas tank and 32-33 MPG fuel consumption. Gas is cheaper in Ohio and when I arrive at Shrewsbury, MA I go to the BJ's discounted gas station. I tried that once. Now I drive from Salem, Ohio to Port Jervis, NJ (cheaper gas) with range to spare without the range anxiety.

Tommy needs to get a mic on, I have the volume up to hear him then Roman comes over the speakers extremely loud.

Hyundai reliability is dismal compared to Toyota Sure it may look and perform better now - but in 5 years it most likely will become a money pit while the Toyota is issue free ! Never a Hyundai

Hi guys. So I was interested on getting a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy then I started watching RU-vid reviewers like this one so I was intrigued when they mentioned 37-38MPG for 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited Hybrid. However, I started digging deep because I couldn’t make up my mine on a Calligraphy or Tucson Hybrid. So I started hitting the forums and I have read soooo many comments of ppl getting less then 30MPG on the Tucson Hybrid but also forums of a lot of ppl mentioning how they are having jerky/stuttering driving experiences after purchasing the Tucson. After reading the forums and the nightmare that ppl are going through with the 2022 Tucson, I think I am now second guessing on getting a Tucson and avoiding going through the headache of transmission issues or jerky transmission experiences and just getting a calligraphy.

I used to work for a Hyundai dealership, the automatic trunk is usually disabled by default.. Or at least that is what I found

PLease review base models too ...

I'm not in the market for a vehicle any time soon, but this seems like a good value for all the tech and features it has.

The best looking SUV on the market.

I know you get a lot but geez $40k! I have a 2018 Santa Fe XL limited awd and still paid about $5k cheaper. When will the prices of cars be reasonable for average people?

Hyundais and kias are nice until they reach over 100k miles. After which they start experiencing electrical glitches and transmission issues.

Love what Hyundai is doing in general. Wish they hury up & make a electric palisade, at the least hybird.

When will the driving impression embargo end?

I hope this isn’t a reflection of the pricing of the Santa Cruz. I know there’s not a hybrid out there yet, but wow!!! $$$$$

The Tucson blows the RAV4 away on every level. However, Toyota still has a strong following because people have it stuck in their heads that it has a force field of reliability. Those days are history for Toyota, so people may as well get the infinitely more attractive, spacious, quiet, and modern Tucson. However, I don’t mind at all if people continue buying the RAV4. It’s fun to drive by them on the road knowing my 2023 Tucson ultimate looks and drives so much better!

cooled seats? i live in coachella valley... i may have just been sold lol

Analog gauges are so much better, All three of those digital reads out are so hit yes. And push button transmission by the cupholders that’s ugly in the dirt magnet. They need to just continue to have a traditional gear shifter

How come no one records the loud sound when the car is put into reverse?

Lack of a volume knob isn't a minor detail... it's a deal-breaker, tbh. I'd completely write-off a vehicle for that (which I've just done right now). At least they were smart enough to skip the CVT. Also, you guys gotta find a way to stop huffing and puffing into the camera (and get a wind cover for the mic, while you're at it)... very distracting!

Every single time you say the word buttons with a stop in between the two t's God steps on a kitten.

The back logo looks like last minute change to cover the wiper opening, cause they repositioned the rear wiper...?

Why didn’t you guys mention the torque?