New Delhi. In recent years, the demand for the SUV segment has seen a steady increase among Indian customers. A clear example of this is that in the first half of the year 2024, this segment accounted for 52 percent of the total car sales in India. According to the sales data for September 2024, Hyundai Creta took the top position and sales of this SUV stood at 15,902 units with a growth of 21 percent year-on-year.
However, during this period, the company's second SUV, Hyundai Tucson, faced disappointment. It managed to sell only 98 units last month, which shows an annual decline of 58.65 percent.
Features of Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Tucson's cabin offers customers many modern features, including a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 10.25-inch driver display, connected car technology, panoramic sunroof, dual zone climate control, heated and ventilated front seats, and wireless phone. Facilities like charging are included. In terms of safety, it has been provided with facilities like 6 airbags and 360-degree camera.
The starting ex-showroom price of Hyundai Tucson ranges from Rs 29.02 lakh to Rs 35.94 lakh for the top model.
Powertrain options
Two engine options are available to the customers in Hyundai Tucson. The first is a 2.0-litre diesel engine, which produces 186bhp of maximum power and 416Nm of peak torque. The second option is a 2.0-litre petrol engine, which produces 156bhp power and 192Nm peak torque. Both engines are mated to torque-converter automatic gearbox.
In this way, Hyundai Tucson provides a satisfactory option to the customers based on features and powertrain, although the decline in sales remains a matter of concern.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: October 13, 2024, 18:17 IST