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. Heated leather seats and navigation with Apple CarPlay set the Limited apart from the SE and Eco trims below it. Turbocharging that 1.6L I4 is unique to the Limited, Sport, and Eco trims, and the seven-speed automatic shifts smoothly with 175 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. All-wheel drive adds a few hundred pounds to the curb weight but gives you confident traction in rain or light snow.