A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
X70 Plus starts ZAR 114,000 cheaperTucson from ZAR 568,900 · X70 Plus from ZAR 454,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Maximum Power
137 kW @ 3800 rpm
115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
416 Nm @ 2000 rpm
230 Nm
Engine Size
1995 cc
1498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
13.9 km/l
12.8 km/l
Ground Clearance
181 mm
200 mm
Boot / Load Bay
540 l
1680 l
Airbags
6
Front and front side airbags plus side curtain airbags
Kerb Weight
1720 kg
1576 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Warranty
5
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Tucson and X70 Plus are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Tucson
+24 pts
Efficiency
Tucson
+6 pts
Safety
Tucson
+1 pts
Practicality
X70 Plus
+4 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
Tucson
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
X70 Plus
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Tucson
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
X70 Plus
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Model Introduced Year
2004
Not Available
Generation
Fourth generation Tucson on Hyundai's i-GMP platform; distinctive parametric design language makes it one of the more striking mid-size SUVs in SA
Current local listing
Facelift History
Fourth generation launched in SA in 2021; major step change in styling, interior quality, and technology over the third-gen car
Not listed by current South African source page.
Facelift Launched Since
2021
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Blue, Grey, Green
-
Dealer Stock Note
Executive grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.0D AT Executive AWD
-
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
published
Active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1720 kg
1576 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Length
4630 mm
4724 mm
Width
1865 mm
1900 mm
Height
1665 mm
1720 mm
Wheelbase
2755 mm
2720 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
181 mm
200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
54 l
57 l
Boot/Cargo Space
540 l
1680 l
Kerb Weight
1720 kg
1576 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2110 kg
2076 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
5.7 m
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
200 mm
Payload Capacity
-
500 kg
Towing Capacity
-
1200 kg
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
Front Headroom
-
1010 mm
Rear Headroom
-
980 mm
Front Legroom
-
1045 mm
Rear Legroom
-
900 mm
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson strut suspension
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multiple link independent suspension
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
-
Rear Spring Type
Multi-Link
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson strut suspension
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link
-
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Multiple link independent suspension
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
-
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Not Available
Power Windows
All
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Charging
15W Wireless
50W
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Full LED Parametric
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Yes
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
1799 l
1680 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
1799 l
1680 l
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
12V
-
AC Type
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
-
Boot Opener
Inside
-
Climate Zones
2
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
-
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Engine Warranty
4
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.2
7.8
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
-
Glovebox Cooling
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Panoramic Roof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
60/40 Split
-
Rear Wing
Yes
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Seat Type
Nappa Leather
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Non full-size
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Tail Lamps
Yes
-
Telescopic Steering
No
-
Tilt Steering
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Voice Command
Yes
-
Voice Command Support
Yes
-
Accelerator 0 100
9.5 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Bottle Holders
4
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Yes
-
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
-
Diff Lock
No
-
Difflock
No
-
Digital Speedometer
Analogue + MID
-
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Yes
-
Glove Box
Yes
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
-
Lift Gate
Yes
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Dual Zone Auto Climate
-
Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
12V
-
Powered Tailgate
Yes
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Yes
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
-
Remote Side Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
Rim Size
18
19
Roof Rack Compatibility
Yes
-
Sonar
Front & Rear
-
Sound System
8 Bose Premium
6
Source Model Column
tucson
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Yes
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
TPMS
Yes
Yes
Trim Level
executive
-
Unlocking
Yes
Not Available
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
-
Vdc
Yes
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
-
Walk Away Lock
Yes
-
Wireless Charger
15W Wireless
50W
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
SQRE4T15C
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1995 cc
1498 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
137 kW @ 3800 rpm
115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
416 Nm @ 2000 rpm
230 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed DCT
Top Speed
195 km/h
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
9.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
79.7 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
241.9 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Engine Position
Front
-
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
AWD
Not Applicable
LSD Available
Yes
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
7
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
6-Speed DCT
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
8-speed Automatic
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
8-speed Automatic
6-Speed DCT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
All-Wheel Drive
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
7
6
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Claimed Mileage
13.9 km/l
12.8 km/l
City Mileage
11.5 km/l
10.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
18.0 km/l
14.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
54 l
57 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro V
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
Not Applicable
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Real-world Mileage
13.9 km/l
12.8 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
54
57
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Airbags
6
Front and front side airbags plus side curtain airbags
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
Alarm System
Yes
-
Central Locking
Yes
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Not Available
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
-
AEB
Yes
Not Available
BA
Yes
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbags
Yes
Front and front side airbags plus side curtain airbags
Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
TCS
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
-
Front Seat Side Airbags
-
Yes
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Wipers
No
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
-
EV Mode
No
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Sport Mode
No
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Emergency Braking
Yes
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
Yes
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
No
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
-
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
-
Reversing Camera
Yes
-
Surround View Camera
Yes
Yes
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Seat Material
Nappa Leather
Black synthetic leather seats with red stitching
Seat Adjustment
Power 8-way
Driver electric 6-way; passenger manual 4-way
Heated Seats
Front & Rear
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
64-Colour Ambient
Blue
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
No
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
4
-
Rear AC Vents
Yes
-
Rear USB Ports
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
-
Interior Colour Options
6
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
-
Cooled Seats
No
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power 8-way
Driver electric 6-way; passenger manual 4-way
Fabric Seats
Yes
-
Front Headrest
Yes
-
Leather Seats
No
-
Memory Seats
No
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Driver electric 6-way; passenger manual 4-way
Rear Headrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Yes
-
Armrest Rear
No
-
Boot Space Seats Down
1799
-
Driver Seat
Power 8-way
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
10.25-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, Bose premium sound on Executive, panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Nappa Leather
-
Interior Colours
6
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
No
-
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
-
Seat Fold Type
60/40 Split
-
Seat Trim
Nappa Leather
Black synthetic leather seats with red stitching
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Infotainment System
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Dual 10.25-inch instrument cluster and infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
8 Bose Premium
6
Navigation System
Yes
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
Not Applicable
USB Ports
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
Front Type-A x2; rear USB ports listed
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Yes
FM Radio
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
-
AUX Input
Yes
-
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Infotainment Display
Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
Yes
-
Audio
Yes
-
Audio Speakers
8 Bose Premium
6
Audio System
Yes
-
Display Audio
10.25-inch Touchscreen
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
-
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Multi Information Display
Analogue + MID
-
Connected Services
Yes
-
Voice Control
Yes
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
LED Headlamps
Full LED Parametric
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Yes
Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
19-inch Dark Alloy
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
See OEM source page for colour availability.
Roof Type
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
-
Wing Mirror Type
Power Adjustable
-
Rear Wiper
Yes
-
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
-
Body Type
SUV
-
DRL
LED
Yes
Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Fog Lights
Yes
-
Led Headlights
Full LED Parametric
Yes
Led Taillights
Yes
-
Auto Headlights
Full LED Parametric
-
Automatic Headlamps
Full LED Parametric
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Yes
Electric Blind Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Coloured
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
-
Exterior Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
-
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
Full LED Parametric
-
Headlamps
Full LED Parametric
Yes
Headlight Type
Full LED Parametric
Yes
Headlights
Full LED Parametric
Yes
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
Ramp Breakover Angle
20 deg
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
20 deg
-
Breakover Angle
20 deg
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
181 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance Min
181 mm
200 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Tyre Size
235/50 R19
235/55R19
Wheel Type
19-inch Dark Alloy
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc brake
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Solid disc brake
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size
Non full-size
Parking Brake Type
Manual
-
Tyre Load Index
91
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Wheel Rim Size
18
19
Brake Type Front
Disc (Ventilated)
Ventilated disc brake
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Solid disc brake
Spare Tyre
Full Size
Non full-size
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
-
Wheel Diameter
18
19
Auto Brake Hold
Manual
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Yes
-
Brakes
Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
-
Electric Park Brake
Manual
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Manual
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full Size
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Wheel Material
19-inch Dark Alloy
-
Wheel Size Type
18
-
Wheels
19-inch Dark Alloy
-
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
-
Battery Warranty
4
-
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
15000 km / 12 months
-
First Service At
15000
-
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45000 km
5-year/60,000 km service plan
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45000 km
5-year/60,000 km service plan
Alternator
120A
-
Service Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
5-year/60,000 km service plan
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
-
Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
-
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Warranty Years
5
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Warranty Kilometers
5
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Warranty
5
10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
CO2 Emissions
162 g/km
179 g/km
Start Stop System
No
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
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Variable Valve Timing
Yes
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Petrol
Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
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Idle CO2 Output
162
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Fuel Evaporation Control
Yes
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CO2 Emissions G Km
162
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Spec
Tucson
X70 Plus
Ownership Role
Executive
South Africa market model
Price Zar
764900 ZAR
484900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
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Starting Price
764900
484900
Starting Price Zar
764900
484900
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
Tucson leads by 6 points
Tucson and X70 Plus are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
Tucson
Performance
69/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
73/100
Ownership
65/100
X70 Plus
Performance
45/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
77/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Hyundai Tucson
leads the catalogue index with 72 pts
vs 66 pts for X70 Plus
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Tucson leads. However, X70 Plus may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Tucson and X70 Plus comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Tucson 69 vs X70 Plus 45.
Efficiency index: Tucson 56 vs X70 Plus 50.
Safety-equipment index: Tucson 92 vs X70 Plus 91.
Practicality index: Tucson 73 vs X70 Plus 77.
Ownership-cover index: Tucson 65 vs X70 Plus not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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