Beast Mode Activated in the Hyundai Tucson

A new film, a new vehicle, a new way to enjoy the combination. It’s possible you might eventually find the new Tucson at your local Hyundai dealer.

What are we talking about? The newest movie starring Tom Holland is set to release on movie screens across the country on February 18. This movie is called Uncharted, and it’s based on the PlayStation video game of the same name.

For this new movie, Hyundai has created a new Tucson called the Beast Concept Prototype for this movie. Together, the movie and the vehicle make quite a formidable pairing.

Several Hyundai Models Make an Appearance

Even though the Tucson is the only one that received the Beast Mode treatments to it, there will be several vehicles from the Hyundai Motor Group at the airing of this new movie.

You could see the new Genesis G90, an attractive Genesis G80, and the impressive Genesis GV80 that will all take your imagination to new heights with the luxury qualities they present.

Then there’s the Tucson, which has been made rougher and tougher to be a fitting vehicle for this impressive movie release. Let’s talk more about the Best Concept Prototype version of the Tucson.

What Changed to Make the Beast?

The Hyundai Design team and Sony Pictures collaborated to come up with a rugged and impressive version of the Tucson. This isn’t a tame road-going compact SUV any longer. The Tucson Beast is made just for the movie, but it gives you an idea of what is possible with this compact crossover.

This new version of the Tucson features fortified bumpers, improved tires, necessary off-road gear that are fitting of a duo out for an adventure. This SUV shows up with a massive roof rack, a snorkel to allow water fording, and body cladding that can easily take on the toughest boulders on the trail.

Maybe a Typical Tucson is Right for You

Even though you won’t see the Tucson Beast at your local Hyundai dealer anytime soon, you can find the regular versions of this fun and active compact SUV that you can drive.

The 2022 version of the Tucson is wider, longer, and offers more dramatic styling than previous models.

You’ll find a tech-friendly interior, enjoy the collection of connectivity and safety features, get comfortable in the spacious cabin, and you could experience the benefits of the plug-in hybrid version being offered later in the model year.

Its New for the 2022 Model Year

Much like the Tucson made for Uncharted is brand-new, so is the 2022 version of this SUV. This vehicle presents you with angular sheet metal that offers an impressive level of aggression in the form of the style you see.

You’ll be pleased with the contrasting interior that is simple and elegant while offering the tech and connectivity items you’re looking for in a modern SUV. This new version of the Tucson is serious, and it won’t back down to the competition that’s found in this class.

Which Trim has the Features You Want?

The Tucson is offered at your Hyundai dealer in six different trims to give you the packaging you’re looking for. These trims are SE, SEL, SEL Convenience, N Line, SEL Premium, and Limited. Let’s take a look at each one.

SE Trim

• 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• LED headlights
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• SmartSense safety suite

SEL Trim

• Blind-spot collision-avoidance assist
• Cross-traffic avoidance assist
• BlueLink connectivity
• Proximity Key
• Smart cruise control
• Power driver’s seat
• Heated front seats

SEL Convenience Trim

• Hand’s-free power liftgate
• 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster
• Dual-zone automatic climate controls
• 19-inch alloy wheels
• Wireless smartphone charging

N Line Trim

• N Line exterior and interior trim elements
• N Line sport seats
• Black headliner
• Metal pedal covers
• Bose premium audio system

SEL Premium Trim

• Leather upholstery
• Premium LED front lights
• Dark chrome grille
• Vented front seats
• Bose premium audio system

Limited Trim

• Navigation system
• Surround-view monitor
• Blind-spot monitor
• Remote Smart Park Assist
• Front and rear parking distance warnings
• Heated steering wheel
• Heated rear seats

As you can see, that’s a lot of stuff for a little SUV. Is there one of these packages that could become the next compact crossover in your driveway?

It Doesn’t End with Standard Items

Across the trims of the Tucson models, you’ll see at your nearby Hyundai dealer; you can add options that will make driving more enjoyable for you.

The options that can be had are based mostly on which trim you start with. That being said, you can add the benefits of AWD to all models experience the selectable driving models of Eco, Comfort, Smart, and Sport, which are part of the standard package.

When you want to add options to this SUV, you can have:

• 8-speaker Bose Premium audio system
• Leather upholstery
• Panoramic sunroof
• Customizable interior ambient lighting
• Heated steering wheel
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Heated rear seats
• Automatic-open hands-free tailgate
• Double-screen 10.25-inch infotainment setup
• Blind-spot collision avoidance
• Rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist
• Adaptive cruise control
• Safe exit warning

This SUV is Powered Right for the Size

All versions of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson use the same 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

This gives you 187 horsepower and 182 lb.-ft. Of torque when you drive. If you have an FWD model, you’ll enjoy 26 city/33 hwy mpg, while AWD versions return 24 city/29 hwy mpg. This little SUV can tow up to 2,000 pounds when you need it to.

Beast Mode is Out of Your Reach, but the Tucson Isn’t

The use of the Hyundai Tucson with the Beast features on it is a pretty cool marketing campaign for the new Uncharted movie.

You can enjoy the movie, check out the ads with this version of the Tucson in them, and then head over to your local Hyundai dealer to find the right model of the Tucson for you to drive.

Which trim level and what options will you choose for this compact Hyundai SUV?