Should I replace by Qashqai with a Tucson?

Hi guys,

I see the Hyundai Tucson everywhere. Would it be a good replacement for my Nissan Qashqai next year? Hoping to get finance and use the Nissan as a deposit.

Thanks

Daniel Corbett (Athlone)

Nov 2016 Filed under: choosing new car

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Expert answer

Hi Daniel,

Yes, it certainly would. The Tucson hasn’t become Ireland’s best selling new car this year for nothing. It’s handsome, roomy, well-made, well-equipped and well-priced. On the flip side, it’s not especially inspiring to drive and it’s worth considering an upgrade to the 2.0-litre diesel engine as the 1.7 CRDi unit is quite underpowered. Oh, and also consider a Kia Sportage as it’s basically the same as the Hyundai, mechanically, but comes with the longer seven-year warranty. Here are a few reviews to give you more information:

Hyundai Tucson 1.7 CRDi review

Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi 4WD review

Kia Sportage review

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
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