2017 Hyundai Tucson Limited

The 2017 Tucson is Hyundai's compact SUV, slotting between the subcompact Kona and the larger Santa Fe. It competes with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Ford Escape in the crowded compact crossover segment. The Tucson handles confidently with responsive steering, though the base engine can feel a bit sluggish under hard acceleration. Inside, the cabin is well laid out with comfortable seats, but lower trims use harder plastics and there are some blind spots. Hyundai's warranty is a highlight, and owners report few major mechanical issues, though some mention electrical gremlins and minor annoyances. The Limited sits at the top of the Tucson range, above the SE, and adds leather seats, a power liftgate, and the larger touchscreen. Its 1.6L I4 makes 175 horsepower and pairs with a seven-speed automatic, which gives it a responsive feel around town and returns 28 mpg combined. The hands-free Smart Liftgate opens automatically when it senses the key fob behind the car, a handy feature for loading groceries.