Everywhere You Look, the Hyundai Tucson has More to Offer Than the Crossover Competition

Having a vehicle that adapts to the variety of situations that you are sure to face on the road is something that we can all get behind, which is why many car shoppers nowadays select a model from the crossover class. Versatility is one of the main traits of the models in this class as they manage to mix large amounts of cabin space with impressive driving dynamics and a ride feel that doesn't bore drivers. However, it seems that every auto manufacturer is releasing their own take on the crossover style, which doesn't make finding the one that suits you best easy, but we're ready to help.

We're confident that many car shoppers in the area will find that Hyundai Tucson is the crossover that makes the most sense to them because it blends value, new tech, space, and performance in a way that few others do. In fact, we're so confident in its quality that we compared it with three other popular options, the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, and Mazda CX-5, to show how the Tucson comes out on top in just about every regard. Check out our findings below!

 

Hyundai Tucson vs. Ford Escape




Escape Pricing Comparison

Car shoppers will notice that the Hyundai Tucson is the more reasonably priced model when comparing its price tag with that of the Ford Escape, but value is a trait that appears throughout your entire time owning a Tucson. 

The Hyundai Tucson has better EPA-estimated efficiency specs than the Escape, which adds up more quickly than you'd think, and its warranties cover you for more miles and months than those that come with the Escape.

Trim Levels

The Hyundai Tucson SEL trim level, starting price of $23,800, comes standard with features like heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 7-inch touchscreen, fog lights, roof rails, and more. To find many, but not all, of these features in the Ford Escape, you'll have to buy its SEL trim that, while sharing the name with the Tucson's, starts at $28,100.

Safety

Advanced safety features and safety accolades from respected auto safety councils are easy ways of feeling safer when on the road, and the Hyundai Tucson holds advantages over the Ford Escape in both regards. It offers driver-assist features, like steering responsive LED headlights and pedestrian detection for the forward collision warning system, that the Escape doesn't, and the 2018 Hyundai Tucson is an IIHS 2018 Top Safety Pick while the Escape isn’t.

Hyundai Tucson vs. Honda CR-V



CR-V Pricing Comparison

Affordability is a trait that many cars claim, including the Honda CR-V, but few models show their value as clearly as the Hyundai Tucson. 

It has a lower starting price than the CR-V, but the Tucson comes standard with features, like an infotainment system with a touchscreen display, and cabin materials, like YES Essentials® cloth seats that are tougher on stains, that you won't find in the Honda CR-V. Plus, the warranties that come with a new Hyundai Tucson last longer than those of a new Honda CR-V.

Performance & Engine

If its performance that you want, the Hyundai Tucson offers a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that has much more torque, which is noticeable when accelerating, than any engine the Honda CR-V has. The Tucson pairs a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with this engine, which ensures acceleration and slowing down are smooth no matter how quickly you do it while also aiding with efficiency.

Other Features

The features that come standard on the Hyundai Tucson aren’t the only ones that are more impressive than those of the Honda CR-V because the Tucson also offers features, like heated rear seats that are great for New England winters, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic moonroof, that car shoppers won't enjoy with a Honda CR-V no matter how much they spend.

Hyundai Tucson vs. Mazda CX-5



CX-5 Pricing Comparison

A lower starting price, longer-lasting warranties, and a better suite of standard features and cabin materials make the Hyundai Tucson the more value-packed of these two models. Plus, if you want the most feature-packed Tucson, the Limited trim, it will cost you less than the highest trim level of the Mazda CX-5.

Technology

Using your smartphone while driving is dangerous and illegal in Rhode Island, but the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto programs that come standard on every Hyundai Tucson but the base model let you access the mobile apps you need through the in-dash display, which is much safer and simpler. The Mazda CX-5 does not offer Apple CarPlay nor Android Auto.

Cargo Space

We mentioned that space for passengers and cargo alike is one of the qualities that draw car shoppers to crossovers, and the Hyundai Tucson has a more spacious cargo area with the rear seats folded down than the Mazda CX-5, and passengers will find more shoulder and headroom in the rear of the Tucson than in the CX-5.

Do Some of Your Own Research on the Hyundai Tucson at Our Dealership in Middletown Today!

We hope that car shoppers considering a new crossover vehicle can use this to make a more informed decision on the car they choose, but we also understand if you want to do your own run through of these vehicles, and Hyundai of Newport is just the place to test out the Hyundai Tucson. At our dealership, you'll find a relaxed atmosphere and a knowledgeable team ready to answer any questions you may have to help inspire confidence in your decision, which is a great feeling to have!

 

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