I am in the market for a new car for my wife. I have the big family vehicle for us (Kia Telluride) which is used for road-trips, camping, etc, and am now on the search for something for her. I came to this forum on my journey. My wife does not care much for driving at all and really just wants a small vehicle with a spacious interior for work-stuff she lugs around. After looking at, and enjoying many aspects of, the Kia Seltos I have now found a certain liking in the new Tucson. She currently owns a 12 year old Nissan and likes the brand, but I am not necessarily sold on their new Rogue. I came here to poke around and see what owners are saying about their rides, pros and cons, loves and hates.
I have test-driven the 2.5L SEL+Convenience Tucson already. My quick take so far: the car is as beautiful on the inside as it is outside, features are fantastic, the naturally-aspirated engine seemed sluggish to get going but sufficient otherwise. I would prefer the hybrid based on what I have read about the car, however I will only buy her a red car for safety reasons, so that takes the hybrid out. If anyone has any input I would be welcome to hear it.
I have test-driven the 2.5L SEL+Convenience Tucson already. My quick take so far: the car is as beautiful on the inside as it is outside, features are fantastic, the naturally-aspirated engine seemed sluggish to get going but sufficient otherwise. I would prefer the hybrid based on what I have read about the car, however I will only buy her a red car for safety reasons, so that takes the hybrid out. If anyone has any input I would be welcome to hear it.