Petrol or diesel when it comes to a Hyundai Tucson?

I am interested in buying a 2005 or 2006 Hyundai Tucson. Which would be a better buy, a petrol or diesel> And are they reliable?

L C (Corkscncun)

Jan 2014 Filed under: fuel economy and emissions

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Expert answer

Hi there,

Incredibly reliable, seem to be consensus. So much so that there are simply no reported regular or common problems. Just do the usual checks for service history and condition and you should be fine. As for petrol vs. diesel, the funny thing with the Tucson is that the diesel version isn't actually all that economical compared with the petrol, so if your mileage is low and you can get a petrol one for less than a diesel one, it could be worth considering.

Let us know how you get on

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe