Hyundai Adds Exclusive Engine to Tucson Sport Trim for the 2018 Model Year

Written by Ben

March 23, 2018

Fountain Valley, Calif., Mar. 21, 2018  Hyundai’s Tucson Sport is now equipped with a 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder GDI producing 181 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft. of torque, an advantage over key competitors the Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Rogue. Peak torque delivery starts at 4,000 rpm, similar to the majority of segment competitors, delivering responsiveness and performance in everyday driving conditions. The Tucson Sport’s exclusive 2.4-liter engine is coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC® manual shift mode. The 2018 Tucson Sport has a starting price of $25,150 and is available at Hyundai stores nationwide.    

Standard and Optional Features

2018 Tucson Sport FWD Automatic Transmission

Tucson Sport FWD A/T FWD has an MSRP of $25,150, excluding $980 freight, and includes all of the SEL FWD equipment, plus the following features:

  • 2.4L GDI four-cylinder engine
  • Six-speed Automatic Transmission with SHIFTRONIC®
  • Premium front and rear fascias
  • Chrome-tipped dual exhaust
  • Side mirrors with turn signal indicators
  • Dual automatic temperature control, CleanAir Ionizer and auto defogger
  • Floor console-mounted rear vents
  • 19-inch alloy wheels with 245/45R19 tires
  • Proximity key entry with push button start
  • Door handle LED approach lights
  • Blind Spot Detection (BSD) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
  • Lane Change Assist
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob

 

2018 Tucson Sport AWD Automatic Transmission

Tucson Sport AWD A/T has an MSRP of $26,550, excluding $980 freight, and includes all of the Sport FWD equipment, plus the following features:

  • All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
  • AWD liftgate badge
  • Windshield wiper de-icer

 

2018 Tucson Pricing

Model Engine Transmission Drivetrain MSRP
SE 2.0L 4-Cylinder 6-Speed Automatic SHIFTRONIC® FWD $22,550
SE 2.0L 4-Cylinder 6-Speed Automatic SHIFTRONIC® AWD $23,950
SEL 2.0L 4-Cylinder 6-Speed Automatic SHIFTRONIC® FWD $23,800
SEL 2.0L 4-Cylinder 6-Speed Automatic SHIFTRONIC® AWD $25,200
Sport 2.4L 4-Cylinder 6-Speed Automatic SHIFTRONIC® FWD $25,150
Sport 2.4L 4-Cylinder 6-Speed Automatic SHIFTRONIC® AWD $26,550
SEL Plus 2.0L 4-Cylinder 6-Speed Automatic SHIFTRONIC® FWD $26,700
SEL Plus 2.0L 4-Cylinder 6-Speed Automatic SHIFTRONIC® AWD $28,100
Value 1.6L Turbo 

4-Cylinder

7-Speed EcoShift® Dual Clutch  Transmission (DCT) FWD $26,550
Value 1.6L Turbo 

4-Cylinder

7-Speed EcoShift® Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) AWD $27,950
Limited 1.6L Turbo

4-Cylinder

7-Speed EcoShift® Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) FWD $29,425
Limited 1.6L Turbo

4-Cylinder

7-Speed EcoShift® Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) AWD $30,825

 

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