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#59 of 108 Re: Automatic vs 5-speed [itxaaro] by smartsally May 30, 2007 (7:13 am)
Replying to: itxaaro (May 23, 2007 12:38 pm) I drive a 2007 GLS FWD automatic transmission. Avg. 22-24 mpg. I have 3500 miles on the odometer.
#60 of 108 Re: Hyundai Tucson: MPG - Real World Numbers [steve_] by joden Jun 29, 2007 (3:00 am)
Replying to: steve_ (Jul 11, 2006 11:52 am) Tucson GL 4WD 4 cyl. Manual Trans   I purchased my Tucson new in July 2005. It got great mileage for about the first 1500 miles the mileage then dropped to about 19 MPG since this was late October the dealer blamed this on cold weather ( October weather in Michigan is not cold). We lived with the mileage until the July 2006 oil change and then insisted something be done. Resetting the computer was suggested and tried. The mileage improved to 25 MPG highway. I don't check city mileage because we do very little of it. Resetting the computer has been done at every oil change since and the mileage always comes back to 25 MPG and then drops to 19 about midway to the next oil change. I have tried to convince the dealer that they have a problem but their response is if it does not throw a code the computer has no problem. Replies to this message: dhr48864 (Jul 23, 2007 11:48 am) bwaller78 (Jul 23, 2007 12:11 pm) joden (Aug 17, 2007 5:55 am)
#61 of 108 Re: Hyundai Tucson: MPG - Real World Numbers [joden] by dhr48864 Jul 23, 2007 (11:48 am)
Replying to: joden (Jun 29, 2007 3:00 am) I'm within 36 hours of walking into a showroom here in Michigan before also buying a Tucson or Elantra. What do you recommend, quality wise. It is a loaded question I know mainly because of size and features. It's the mpg that concerns me, but it's hard to beat their warranty.   I'm curious about "resetting the computer" to improve the mpg. How does that work? Replies to this message: bwaller78 (Jul 23, 2007 12:11 pm) joden (Aug 17, 2007 5:55 am)
#62 of 108 Re: Hyundai Tucson: MPG - Real World Numbers [dhr48864] by bwaller78 Jul 23, 2007 (12:11 pm)
Replying to: dhr48864 (Jul 23, 2007 11:48 am) I cannot speak for the elantra, never driven one or ridden in one, but as far as the tucson goes, I am getting 20 mpg in city and 25-26 mpg on hwy. I know that elantra gives you more mpg, and if gas mileage is your top priority, I would go to the elantra. For myself I would rather spend 20-30 dollars more a month on gas on the tucson. The tucson is built on the elantra chassis so it rides basically the same, but a bit higher off the ground. I have over 15000 miles on my tucson and love it, plan on keeping till at least 2009. The tucson gives you added cargo area, versatilty on roads, if you live in the back 40 or in the hills. Good luck on your endeavour to the dealer
#63 of 108 '07 Tucson Real World Numbers/ Vs Elantra by clayman100 Jul 29, 2007 (8:41 am)
I owned the Elantra prior to this '07 Limited Edition Tucson and you will get better mileage from the Elantra because it is lighter.   I liked the Elantra a lot but really love the Tucson. I'm sitting up higher and see the the road much better. I feel much safer with the 5 star ratings all around.   My mileage was a steady 26 MPG 65 MPH highway right from the get go. I added a K&N air filter and saw an immediate increase up to 28 MPG.   I think it is important when reporting the miles per gallon with the miles per hour. Going 55 WILL save you money, even if it feels like you are standing still......   All in all I love this car. Get lots of compliments on it.
#65 of 108 No 4-cylinder SE or Limited? by sde Aug 02, 2007 (11:01 am)
To all,   These posts are a little scary, re: low MPG. I'm quite intrigued by the Tucson, because I'm looking for a true compact SUV, and its competitors (CR-V, RAV4, etc) all seem to be getting bigger and bigger. I don't need that much size; I just want the higher seating position that an SUV offers.   So I'm inclined toward a 4-cylinder Tucson, because I don't really need 6-cylinders, and I'd rather save the $ on fuel. But there are so many options that aren't available on the GLS, it's disappointing.   Does anyone think that Hyundai might offer a 4-cylinder version of the SE or Limited at some point?   SDE Replies to this message: joe97 (Aug 02, 2007 11:11 am) sde (Aug 02, 2007 12:23 pm) colloquor (Aug 02, 2007 4:43 pm) sde (Aug 02, 2007 6:50 pm)
#66 of 108 Re: No 4-cylinder SE or Limited? [sde] by joe97 Aug 02, 2007 (11:11 am)
Replying to: sde (Aug 02, 2007 11:01 am) For 2008 model year (generally begins in fall 07), you will be able to get a 4-cylinder Limited trim:   http://www.hyundainews.com/Media_Kits/2008_Models/Tucson/Features.asp Replies to this message: sde (Aug 02, 2007 12:23 pm)
#67 of 108 Re: No 4-cylinder SE or Limited? [joe97] by sde Aug 02, 2007 (12:23 pm)
Replying to: joe97 (Aug 02, 2007 11:11 am) Ah, so that's where the info was! Thanks so much!   SDE
#68 of 108 Re: No 4-cylinder SE or Limited? [sde] by colloquor Aug 02, 2007 (4:43 pm)
Replying to: sde (Aug 02, 2007 11:01 am) One thing to consider on the 4-cylinder vs. the V6 debate is the increased maintenance cost of the V6 - any V6 for that matter. For example, although you only replace spark plugs infrequently these days, the intake plenum on the Tucson must be removed to gain access to the rear plugs on the V6. This equates to increased labor costs, and the cost of an intake plenum gasket. Also, timing belt replacement will also cost more on the V6. If you can live with the 4-cylinder, it will save you quite a bit of money in the long run. Replies to this message: sde (Aug 02, 2007 6:50 pm)

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