The fourth-generation Tucson was not a safe facelift. Hyundai threw the old playbook out entirely. The exterior moved to a sharp, angular design that divided opinions. The interior moved further upmarket than previous generations had hinted at. Simone covers what to expect before it arrived in showrooms.

Australia was set to receive multiple variants including standard petrol, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid. The video walks through what each offered, how the cabin space and tech stack compared to the outgoing model, and why the Tucson deserved to be on more shortlists.

The new Tucson went on to sell well in Australia. The upgrade in quality and the addition of hybrid powertrains made it a genuine contender in a segment where buyers are spending more time deciding.

The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.