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2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL
Utility (Blazer, Jimmy,Scout)
4 wheel drive


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NHTSA Crash Test Results National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
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Frontal Crash: Rating:   NHTSA Five Star Legend
Driver Rating 5 of 5  
Passenger Rating 5 of 5  
Side Crash: Rating:  
Front Seat Rating 5 of 5  
Rear Seat Rating 5 of 5  
Rollover Resistance: Rating:  
Rollover Resistance Not Tested  

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides 3 different ratings - full-width frontal crash test , side impact crash test , and rollover resistance . The frontal crash test indicates how well the safety features and restraints will protect an occupant in a head-on collision. The side-impact test conveys the chance of a severe chest injury, while the rollover resistance rating estimates the risk of rolling over in a single vehicle crash. Go to NHTSA to learn more about these results.


IIHS Crash Test Results Highway Loss Data Institute
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Frontal Offset Crash Test Rating:   4 star legend
Overall Evaluation   A
Structure/Safety Cage   G
Injury Measures  
Head/Neck   G
Chest   G
Leg/foot, left   P
Leg/foot, right   M
Restraints/dummy kinematics   G
Important: Frontal crash test ratings can be compared only among vehicles of similar weight. <p>The Hyundai Tucson was introduced in the 2005 model year. The Kia Sportage was redesigned for the 2005 model year after a two-year absence from the market.</p> Dummy movement was well controlled. During rebound, the dummy's head hit the B-pillar. Measures taken from the head, neck, and chest indicate low risk of injuries to these body regions in a crash of this severity. Forces on the left tibia indicate that injuries would be likely for the left lower leg. Forces on the right tibia and right foot indicate that injuries would be possible for the right lower leg and foot. Head acceleration from the B-pillar hit was low. 2006 Hyundai Tucson GLS 4wd 3699 front and rear head curtain airbags and front seat-mounted torso airbags 104 170 72 2.7 L V6 19 24

Crash Tested Vehicle: Details | Vehicle Specifications

Side Impact Crash Test Rating:  
Overall Evaluation   A
Structure/safety cage   A
Injury Measures
Driver Passenger
3704 standard front and rear head curtain airbags and standard front seat-mounted torso airbags 104 170 72 2.7 L V6 19 24 Measures taken from the dummy indicate that a fracture of the pelvis would be possible in a crash of this severity. The risk of significant injuries to other body regions is low. Measures taken from the dummy indicate that a fracture of the pelvis would be possible in a crash of this severity. The risk of significant injuries to other body regions is low. The dummy's head was protected from being hit by any hard structures, including the intruding barrier, by a side curtain airbag that deployed from the roof. 2006 Hyundai Tucson GLS 4wd <p>The Hyundai Tucson was introduced in the 2005 model year. The Kia Sportage was redesigned for the 2005 model year after a two-year absence from the market.</p> The dummy's head was protected from being hit by any hard structures, including the intruding barrier, by a side curtain airbag that deployed from the roof.
Head Protection
  G   G
Head/neck
  G   G
Torso
  G   G
Pelvis/Leg
  M   A

Crash Tested Vehicle: standard front and rear head curtain airbags and standard front seat-mounted torso airbags
Details | Vehicle Specifications

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) uses frontal offset and side impact crash tests to estimate the crashworthiness of a vehicle. These results are good indicators of how a frontal and side impact can structurally impact a 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL . The crashworthiness data for this 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL was provided by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute. Learn more about these crash test results.



Low-Speed Damage Repair Highway Loss Data Institute
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Front Crash Description: Front Crash Cost:
Front into flat barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Front into angle barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Rear Crash Description: Rear Crash Cost:
Rear into flat barrier   Not tested by IIHS
Rear into pole   Not tested by IIHS
Average Damage Per Test   Not tested by IIHS

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5 mph crash tests to assess bumper performance. These results convey how well this 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL bumpers will protect the car body from damage in low-speed collisions. Low-speed damage repair costs are obtained from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute.


Injury, Collision, & Theft Indicators Highway Loss Data Institute
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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) does not provide injury, collision or theft information for this 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL .

Index: Score: Rating:
Injury Index No data from HLDI No data from HLDI
Collision Index No data from HLDI No data from HLDI
Theft Index No data from HLDI No data from HLDI


These scores are stated in relative terms, with 100 being the average for all cars in each category. Scores greater than 100 represent higher risk in each category. For example, an injury indicator score of 122 means that a passenger in this model is 22% more likely to be injured in an accident. Injury, collision, and theft indicators are provided by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute.



Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
Important: The following recalls were issued for the 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA). To find out if a specific 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an authorized dealership for more information.

Recall date: 04-13-2005
Units potentially affected: 30,558
NHTSA campaign number: 05V119000
Defective part or component: SUSPENSION:AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC)
Description: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with electronic stability program (ESP), the yaw rate sensor may become too sensitive and may recalibrate inaccurately. While driving the ESP program may cause the engine to reduce power and may cause a brake at one of the wheels to be inappropriately applied without brake pedal application by the driver. Brake application caused by inadvertent ESP activation may result in loss of control and a crash. Dealers will reprogram the ESP hydraulic electronic control unit. The recall began on April 13, 2005. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Recall date: Not reported
Units potentially affected: 8,400
NHTSA campaign number: 05V315000
Defective part or component: PARKING BRAKE
Description: On certain sport utility vehicles, the parking brake lever ratchet pawl was not properly manufactured and may damage the teeth of the parking brake lever ratchet. Damaged parking brake lever ratchet teeth may prevent the parking brake from engaging or may allow the parking brake to release after it has been engaged. The inability to engage, or the inadvertent release of, the parking brake lever may allow the vehicle to roll while it is parked and may result in a crash. Dealers will replace the vehicle's parking brake lever assembly. The recall is expected to begin during July 2005. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Recall date: Not reported
Units potentially affected: 141,500
NHTSA campaign number: 06V445000
Defective part or component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE
Description: On certain sport utility vehicles, during static air bag deployment testing conducted by NHTSA using fifth percentile female dummies indicated if a small statured adult driver, not wearing a seat belt, is involved in a frontal or near frontal crash, deployment of the driver air bag may result in an insufficient margin of compliance as measured by the test dummy used in the NHTSA test. This can cause increased risk of injury to the driver under certain crash conditions. Dealers will replace the driver air bag module. The recall is expected to begin on January 29, 2007, through six mailings. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Recall date: Not reported
Units potentially affected: 2,967
NHTSA campaign number: 07V197000
Defective part or component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE
Description: On certain vehicles, static air bag deployment testing conducted by NHTSA using fifth percentile female dummies indicated that a small stature adult driver not wearing a seat belt and involved in a frontal or near frontal crash, the deployment of the driver air bag may not occur. This can cause increased risk of injury to the driver under certain crash conditions. Dealers will replace the driver air bag module with one that is designed to provide an increased margin of compliance for low risk deployment for small stature adults who are not properly wearing the seat belts. The recall is expected to begin on or about May 31, 2007, and will be performed in two mailings. Owners may contact Hyundai de Puerto Rico at 1-800-981-0188.


This 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.



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J.D. Power Ratings
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Ownership: Rating:
Initial Ratings (up to 1 year)  
Overall Quality Rating 4.5 of 5
  Mechanical Quality Rating 3.5 of 5
  Feature and Accessory Quality Rating 4 of 5
  Body and Interior Quality Rating 5 of 5
Overall Appeal Rating 3 of 5
  Performance Rating 3 of 5
  Comfort Rating 3.5 of 5
  Feature and Instrument Panel Rating 3 of 5
  Style Rating 3 of 5
Midterm Ratings (1-3 Years)  
  Mechanical Reliability No data from source
  Feature and Accessory Reliability No data from source
  Body and Interior Reliability No data from source
Long Term Ratings (3-5 Years)  
Overall Dependability No data from source
  Mechanical Dependability No data from source
  Feature and Accessory Dependability No data from source
  Body and Interior Dependability No data from source

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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category: Comments: Rating:
Engine An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Fuel Pump. The cost to repair the Fuel Pump is estimated at $356.61 for parts and $45.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. Moderate Problems
Transmission & Driveline Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs Minimal Problems
Steering & Suspension An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Stabilizer Bar Bushings. Failure of the Stabilizer Bar Bushings is not a serious problem but will affect the handling of the vehicle. The cost to repair the Stabilizer Bar Bushings is estimated at $9.50 for parts and $286.00 for labor on an All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle and $247.00 on a vehicle w/o AWD. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. Moderate Problems
Brakes Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs Minimal Problems
Heating & Air Conditioning Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs Minimal Problems
Starting & Charging Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs Minimal Problems
Accessories Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs Minimal Problems
Identifix Legend


This 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON reliability information was provided by Identifix. Identifix is the nation's largest technical support service for the aftermarket auto repair industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by Identifix, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.



Intellichoice Cost of Ownership & Value Rating Intellichoice
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Category:    Tucson GL 4WD:
Depreciation $12,030
Financing $2,606
Insurance $5,904
State Fees $369
Fuel $6,234
Maintenance $1,658
Repairs $117
Total 5-Year Ownership Cost $28,918

Ownership costs are the costs to purchase and operate a vehicle over a period of time. Understanding these costs can save you money and help you make a wiser financial decision when it comes time to select a vehicle. Intellichoice is one of the leading providers of automotive information in the U.S.

Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage: Years/Mileage:
Basic 5 years or 60,000 miles  
Drivetrain 10 years or 100,000 miles  
Emissions 5 years or 60,000 miles  
Corrosion 7 years with Unlimited mileage  
Transferable Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered.  
Roadside Assistance Roadside assistance is covered for 5 years or unlimited miles.  
Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint No data from source  
Specific Components 8 years or 80,000 miles  
Notes: Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Roadside assistance is covered for 5 years with unlimited mileage. Original owner has drivetrain coverage for 10 years or 100,000 miles  

This 2005 HYUNDAI TUCSON GL warranty information has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.


New Car Test Drive Review
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Category: Review:
Summary:

All-new SUV offers class-leading safety features.
By John Rettie, NewCarTestDrive.com

Hyundai has come a long way in terms of quality and reputation in the past few years. Judging from our look at the company's latest model one can safely place the Tucson alongside comparable models from established players. What's more it costs hundreds of dollars less than its rivals yet it is loaded with features.

The Tucson is not a sporty vehicle, but the V6 engine provides enough power to satisfy most people. Overall, the Tucson is the right sort of car for someone looking for a roomy entry-level vehicle that costs less than its rivals, yet includes plenty of state-of-the-art safety features, lots of comfort and convenience features along and an industry-leading warranty.

New Car Test Drive correspondent John Rettie is based in Santa Barbara.

Overview:

As the popularity of SUVs continues unabated, more people realize they don't need a large SUV and are opting for smaller models. Just a few years ago a small SUV was almost an oxymoron, then Toyota and Honda hit the market with the RAV4 and the CR-V, both of which became hits. Ford followed soon after with the Escape, which quickly became the top-selling small SUV.

Now Hyundai enters the fray with the very well equipped 2005 Tucson, offering a viable alternative to the established models.

As one would expect off a vehicle from Hyundai, the Tucson is attractively priced with the best warranty in the business. It's no barnstormer as far as performance goes but then neither are most of its competitors.

Tucson comes standard with an impressive list of safety features. Electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, and traction control are all standard. Add to that six airbags, including side-impact airbags and curtain airbags designed to provide head protection for passengers in both rows. The Tucson is the lowest cost vehicle with that level of safety features.

Bigger is better? Many might disagree with this statement and the Hyundai Tucson sets out to prove the point.

Read the complete 2005 Hyundai Tucson review

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