??!

Reviews

4.2

152 reviews
5
(77)
4
(47)
3
(14)
2
(5)
1
(9)
  • Build Quality
    4.0 (20)
  • Value for Money
    3.9 (20)
  • Cleaning & Maintenance
    4.3 (18)
  • Noise Level
    4.3 (19)
  • Acceleration / Power
    3.9 (18)
  • Handling
    4.1 (17)
  • Braking
    4.3 (18)
  • Suspension
    4.5 (17)
  • Gear Shifting
    3.6 (17)
  • Fuel Efficiency
    4.0 (17)
  • Interior Design
    4.6 (15)
  • Boot Size
    4.4 (15)
  • Features
    4.6 (15)
  • Comfort
    4.7 (15)
Previous
Next

Reviewer Photos & Videos

Terrible

published

I purchased a 2017 awd diesel 2lt tuscon in april. It shuddered at different speeds which after several times taking it hack to the dealer finally did a software update. That fixed the shuddering but then we have a rumble at 70kmh in cruise which it did not do prior to the software update. Mechanic stated at the dealership it had a problem after driving the demo which it didnt rumble. Hyundai after having the vehicle for over 20 days tell us now there is no problem as thats normal. We will never buy another hyundai again. We have had several hyundais but this truly shows the companies colours. We have only driven 5000km since april.

BadgeActive X
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedApr 2018
C354R

C354RAveley

  • 8 reviews
  • 1 like

Very smooth and luxurious

published

Our Tucson gets used everyday of the week, and so far it has been great. All the comforts of a luxury car but without the price tag. We bought a large SUV to make way for our growing family, and thus far we have had no problems with it. We love the automatic lights, push start, push button back door and all the tech stuff inside. On the downside, it does fail (at times) to change gears properly while on the road and has a lag in changing gears at the right times. The transmission by hyundai is the major let down. But apart from that, a beautiful car!

BadgeElite
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJul 2018
Vik

VikHeathcote

Great if you never have to stop or take off!!

published
BadgeHighlander
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedMay 2018
Midsize / Medium SUVs

Find out how Hyundai Tucson TL compares to other Midsize / Medium SUVs

Know better, choose better.

Compare all
Anne G

Anne GAU

  • 2 reviews
  • 5 likes

problems with transmission

published

we bought this car for everyday around town driving. Since we have purchased the car there is a dangerous acceleration lag which occurs when the car has been stopped (for instance at traffic lights or intersection) when you accelerate nothing happens. Now this does not happen every time but at least once per day. We have mentioned the problem which we consider to be a safety issue to both the dealership service manager and the customer service line but we have been told that is just the way it is and there is nothing wrong with the vehicle. Otherwise we are happy with the car but are considering a change to another make of vehicle.



BadgeHighlander
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJan 2018
CPW

CPWOakville

  • 6 reviews
  • 3 likes

Smooth ride, plenty of power when needed, AWD plus very economic on fuel - the ideal car for me!

published
BadgeActive X
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJan 2018
Lauren

LaurenWide Bay-Burnett, QLD

  • 8 reviews

Wouldn’t look back

published

We bought this car, after writing off our BMW X5. We no longer wanted a car with the same price tag as the BMW but we still wanted some form of luxury Iike leather seats.

We first looked at Mazda CX-5 and when the salesman wanted to show us the Hyundai Tucson, we initially thought he’d be wasting his time. Anyways after having a test drive and a look through, we were sold.

The Hyundai’s warranty was also another selling point. 5 year, umlimited kilometres :-)

We find this is a great, little family car :-) bit squishy when Nannie comes too though but that’s okay

BadgeActive X
TransmissionManual
Date PurchasedApr 2017
James

JamesBrisbane

Hidden Gem

published
BadgeActive CRDi
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedMar 2018
Sue

SueSouth East Queensland, QLD

  • 3 reviews

Got the look, the feel, the comfort!

published

We love the feel, size and comfort our 2016 Tucson in platinum. It is very reasonable on fuel and drives very quiet and smoothly. We at first disliked the sound of the indicator but have gotten used to it, as it sounded like a toy.
Love the 'Christmas Lights' (as hubby likes to call them) the daylight strips curved at the front and the high beam is great. It came with leather seats. Must confess we were disappointed there was no cd player which seems to be common now. Have had no problems in nearly 2 years and are hooked on Hyundai.

BadgeActive X
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedNov 2016

Cant live with out it

published

LOVEEEE MY TUCSON!!! We tow our van with it, put the dog in the back, it's sporty but also has plenty of room! We have the Highlander we love all the extra features. We also have a diesel and we get over 700kms a tank. would highly recommend this car to anyone

BadgeHighlander
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJun 2016
Midsize / Medium SUVs

Find out how Hyundai Tucson TL compares to other Midsize / Medium SUVs

Know better, choose better.

Compare all
darkfaery7

darkfaery7Perth, WA

  • 45 reviews

Beautiful car. Best features for price. Be careful of DCT if you’re not confident in a manual

published

Purchased in February 2021 at John Hughes Car Sales for A$43,000.00.

Build Quality
Cleaning & Maintenance
Noise Level
Value for Money
TransmissionDual-Clutch (DCT)
BoughtNew
Year2018
Performance
Acceleration / Power
Handling
Braking
Suspension
Gear Shifting
Fuel Efficiency
Design
Interior Design
Boot Size
Features
Comfort
See all answers
Sam131

Sam131VIC, 3012

  • 7 reviews

Great Car For A Great Price

published
BadgeHighlander
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJun 2017
darkerheart

darkerheartURRAWEEN

nearly a great car

published

overall i am impressed .i miss the c.d. player but the positive is i now know how to rip cds onto a usb stick thanks to youtube.only dislike is that the auto hunts gears at low speeds but over 60 kph it settles down nicely.2.0 diesel is impressive as i,ve never owned one before.hard plastic interior is a bit raw looking in places.

BadgeActive X
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedMar 2017

Transmission really lets this car down.

published

My MY18 tuscon highlander has serious throttle and lag issue in low speeds. It doesn't register that you are applying the accelerator and just sits there. Eventually the car launches forward and you have to catch it before you slam into the person in front. Took it to Hyundai to investigate and told me that there was nothing wrong with the car. Advice given was that "I needed to learn how to drive it due to the dual clutch characteristics." So now I have a very frustrating car to drive. Hyundai has buried their head in the sand with this issue. Just have a look at the class action being undetaken in the US. It will take someone to pull out in traffic and stall before something will be done in Australia.

BadgeHighlander
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedFeb 2018

An absolute pleasure to drive!

published

Very comfortable and easy to drive. Very quite. Cruise control good to have also love having the rear Camara. Plenty of leg room. A few blind spots and passenger front seat isn't adjustable. Lots of room for luggage etc. In the back. Front seat covers aren't very good and didn't have any for the back. Loving it!

BadgeSTNSDN
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedFeb 2018
Katie

KatieBrisbane

  • 6 reviews

Perfect car for growing family

published

Car is great to drive, quiet and has all the safety features like rear camera. Lots more space on the car, I easily fit 2 car seats in the back with room to spare. Boot space is also amazing. A tank of petrol also last me about 1.5 weeks driving everyday 30mins to and from work

BadgeActive
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJun 2018
Midsize / Medium SUVs

Find out how Hyundai Tucson TL compares to other Midsize / Medium SUVs

Know better, choose better.

Compare all
Jane L

Jane LAU

  • 2 reviews
  • 3 likes

Gearbox will cause accidents

published

The Tucson Highlander, paid close to $50,000.00 for it 12 months ago. The only REAL problem with this car is a HUGE one. In peak hour traffic, 2 - 20km/hour, the car either does not respond when you accelerate slowly or it leaps forward dangerously trying to throw you into the vehicle ahead. Hyundai service respond with stating this cannot be fixed, due to the turbo engine’s dual clutch auto transmission and gearbox... it is totally dangerous and will cause an accident. I hate driving the car in traffic. Have done 7000km in 12 months. Will never look at Hyundai vehicles again... should have stuck with Mazda!!!

BadgeHighlander
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedJun 2017
Saz

Saz

  • 4 reviews

Love! Love! Love!

published

We recently updated our family car from our old (unreliable) Holden Captiva to a new 2018 Hyundai Tucson Highlander. After lots of research and test drives we decided to go with the Hyundai and it was a great decision! Absolutely beautiful to drive, countless cool extras like heated seats, sunroof, automatic boot etc, etc. We decided to go diesel and the fuel economy is amazing. Definitely highly recommend!

BadgeHighlander
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedApr 2018
Jacquie

JacquieGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

  • 20 reviews

Excellent Car. Pleasure To Drive.

published
BadgeHighlander
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedFeb 2016
Edith67

Edith67Greater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

Serious problem with gears/transmission when accelerating have had a few near misses due to no power

published

Poor acceleration for a turbo needs to be rectified before serious accident occurs A problem with transmission.I have had a few near misses when vehicle did not respond on take off. After 3 days at dealers still awaiting Hyundai head office to reply. Not a good response time from head office. Dealer has tried to follow up but no reply on third day now coming on weekend. Not a happy customer.

Purchased in February 2021 for A$42,000.00.

Build Quality
Cleaning & Maintenance
Noise Level
Value for Money
TransmissionDual-Clutch (DCT)
BoughtUsed
Year2017
Performance
Acceleration / Power
Handling
Braking
Suspension
Gear Shifting
Fuel Efficiency
Design
Interior Design
Boot Size
Features
Comfort
See all answers

Its ok nearly good. Could be amazing

published
BadgeActive X
TransmissionAutomatic
Date PurchasedSep 2017
Page 2 of 8
See all Hyundai Tucson reviews

Questions & Answers

John K.

John K.asked

Tucson TL (2015-2020)

is the Tucson allwheel drive?

1 answer
Nahaz
Nahaz

There are models with and without AWD John.

graham

grahamasked

Tucson TL Highlander AWD, 1.6L Petrol, Automatic (2015-2020)

I might be going crazy but Im pretty sure my Highlander (2017) version has the idle stop and go feature however when I went to drive the car today it was running a little weird and I realised that the feature wasnt engaging. So I have two questions 1) does it have the feature ( or Im losing my mind) 2) if it does is there a button I may have accidentally pressed to turn it off or do I need to speak to my dealer? Thanks

No answers
Rod & Marion E.

Rod & Marion E.asked

Tucson TL (2015-2020)

Do others have problems moving the transmission from park? Mine constantly gets stuck in park, it eventually moves after a couple of mins

3 answers
Jane46
Jane46

Hi Rod & Marion,
No I don’t mines a manual....

JSB
JSB

Hi Rod, we don’t have that issue at all, ours is a 2022 highlander, automatic.
Have you contacted your nearest Hyundai service centre to query about it? Hopefully it can be fixed for you, best of luck.

Rod & Marion E.
Rod & Marion E.

Thanks for that, Hyundai has tried to fix it but so far only partly successful

Get an answer from our members

Other Midsize / Medium SUVs


ieatwords.com.au has affiliate partnerships. These do not influence our content moderation policies in any way, though ieatwords.com.au may earn commissions for products/services purchased via affiliate links.