Hyundai Tucson’s New Model Drawbacks

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10th Jul, 2023. 07:37 pm
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Hyundai launches Tucson GLS variant with reduced price and fewer features.
It remains uncertain whether this pricing strategy will have a positive impact on Tucson’s sales in the future.
Tucson GLS lacks several significant features, including smart key, powered tailgate.

In the midst of the current economic turmoil, Hyundai Nishat Motors Private Limited (HNMPL) has followed the footsteps of Kia Lucky Motor Corp. (KLMC) by introducing a new version of their popular SUV, Tucson.

Hyundai has taken a strategic approach by releasing a new entry-level variant of the SUV, known as the ‘Tucson GLS’. This variant offers a considerable price reduction compared to the GLS Sport and Ultimate versions.

The new Tucson GLS variant, although more affordable, does not include several significant features. Here is a breakdown of what is included and what is missing in the Tucson GLS version.

Included Features	Missing Features
3.5″ Mono TFT LCD Cluster	Smart Key
Aero-Type Viper Blades	Powered Tailgate
Manual Headlights Adjustment	Dual Zone Climate Control
Electrically Adjustable and Retractable Side Mirrors	Power Seat Adjustment
Auto Light Control	Driver-Side Lumbar Support
Shark Fin Antenna	Wireless Charger
10.1″ Infotainment Unit	Push Start
Steering Wheel Controls	Auto Defogger
Cruise Control	Cooled Glovebox
Rearview Camera With Dynamic Guidelines	Panoramic Sunroof
Foglamps	Multiple Drive Modes
Halogen Headlamps	Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Fabric Seats	Brake Assist (BA)
LED Daytime Running Lights	Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Black Mesh-Pattern Grille	Traction Control (TC)
18″ Alloy Wheels	Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
Roof Rails	Auto Hold Brake Assist
Antilock Braking System (ABS)	Hill-Start Assist
6-Speed Automatic Gearbox	Hill-Descent Control
	All-Wheel Drive

The Tucson GLS variant offers a discount of Rs. 930,000 compared to the GLS Sport version, resulting in a price of Rs. 7,300,000, which is equivalent to the Kia Sportage Alpha. It remains uncertain whether this pricing strategy will effectively boost Tucson’s sales in the future.