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HYUNDAI'S new sports utility vehicle, the Tucson, was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show, marking the company's expansion of its successful range of 4x4 vehicles, all three with its pioneering five-year warranty.
The Tucson marks the entry level to Hyundai's 4x4 range and complements the existing Santa Fe and Terracan. The Tucson will compete against the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Suzuki Grand Vitara, and Land Rover Freelander.
As well as conquest sales from other four-wheel drive cars, Hyundai expects to attract customers who perhaps have not previously considered a 4x4. The added attraction is that the Tucson is a five door only vehicle, competing against three-door opposition.
The Tucson has a monocoque construction, and sits on a highly modified version of the current Coupe platform. The Tucson will go on sale in the UK in the autumn, with prices starting at around £15,000.