Friday, April 15, 2011

A revised trim level assortment for 2011, the Hyundai Tucson

A revised trim level assortment for 2011, the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover comes in either GL, GLS and Limited model. GL standard features include tilt steering column, rear spoiler and a 6-speaker audio system. Equipped with a 2-liter 4-cylinder powerplant capable of 165 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque, the 2011 Tucson GL can only be matched with a 6-speed manual gearbox combined with front-wheel drive. Introducing an interior mixed with cloth and leather materials, the GLS adds cruise control as well as Bluetooth connectivity. The Limited trim upgrades to a full leather cabin including dual-zone climate control. An AWD option can be selected on GLS and Limited models of the Hyundai Tucson powered by a 176 horsepower 2.4 liter engine. Granting a mild 11 horsepower bump over the 2011 Tucson GL, a 2.4 liter inline 4-cylinder powerplant is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission featuring a manual shifting mode. A 170 horsepower partial zero emissions version of the 2.4 liter engine is available in California. The 2011 Hyundai Tucson comes standard with enhanced electronic stability control, six airbags and four-wheel disc brakes with an anti-lock braking system.