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If you are shopping for a compact SUV that is easy to drive and has a lot of interior space, the Hyundai Tucson is an excellent choice. This model gives you a ton of value for your money and many practical features, as well as terrific fuel economy figures. The 2025 Tucson also offers a lot of options, as it comes in five trim levels; while you can't go wrong with any of them, the top-of-the-line Limited has absolutely everything you could need. So, let's review why you will want to shop for a Hyundai Tucson for sale in Knoxville, as well as what you can expect when you come to see it at Rusty Wallace Hyundai. more Terrific Driving Experience Economical models are not often known for their great performance, but the Tucson really breaks the mold here. Under the hood is a peppy 2.5-liter four-cylinder gas engine that produces 187 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque. There are also two more powerful engine options that are both hybrids: a hybrid 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 231 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque and a plug-in hybrid 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 268 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard on most trims, but you can swap that out for all-wheel drive. Whichever you go with, you will get a fun and engaging experience behind the wheel, as this SUV's responsive and accurate steering ensures great handling. You will also love how quiet and comfortable the ride is, even if the road conditions you regularly encounter are less than perfect. Excellent Fuel Efficiency Gas mileage is another strong suit of the Hyundai Tucson, as the gas engine gets an EPA-estimated 25 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway with front-wheel drive. All-wheel-drive models get 26 MPG combined. If you want even better fuel economy, get one of the hybrid powertrains. The normal hybrid setup gets you 38 MPG combined, while the plug-in hybrid will get you 35 MPG combined. When in all-electric mode, the plug-in hybrid Tucson gets 77 MPGe for an electric-only driving range of up to 32 miles. Big and Spacious Cabin Inside the Hyundai Tucson, you will discover a sizable cabin that accommodates five people. Whether they sit in the front or back, everyone will have a generous amount of headroom and legroom. Its cargo space is impressive, and it offers 41.2 cu.ft. behind the rear seats and 80.3 cu.ft. when the rear row is down. You can also equip your SUV with a hands-free power liftgate. While all trims are designed to keep passengers comfortable, the Limited comes with numerous amenities to provide a luxurious experience. These include genuine leather upholstery, eight-way power-adjustable front seats with heating and ventilation, and driver's seat memory settings. It also comes with heated rear seats, lumbar support for the driver's seat, and a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel. Most Advanced Technology Just because you may be looking for an affordable vehicle does not mean that it can't come loaded with state-of-the-art components. Hyundai is always at the forefront of technology, and its cars come well-outfitted with the latest features. Even if you just go with the base 2025 Tucson SE, you will get several components, including a 12.3-inch infotainment system touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, HD and satellite radio, four USB ports, proximity keyless entry, and push-button start. The Limited trim has all of those, plus several more; in addition to the touchscreen, its dashboard consists of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and the infotainment system can be operated with voice recognition. If you frequently need to travel to places you are not familiar with, you will love the built-in navigation system. Other standard amenities in the Limited trim include a premium Bose sound system, wireless device charging, two 12-volt power outlets, and LED interior map lights. You will also get a 12-inch head-up display that projects relevant drive data (such as how fast you are driving) directly onto the windshield to avoid you having to look down. Here is something else you might like: a fingerprint scanner for both the push-button start and the infotainment system! Driver Assistance Features In addition to being reliable and practical, Hyundai's cars are known for being safe. The Tucson comes with the SmartSense suite of driver assistance features that help protect passengers. This includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian/Cyclist/Junction Turning Detection. If your vehicle detects a potential crash, you will get an alert. If you do not quickly step on the brakes, they will automatically be applied for you. With the Blind-Spot View Monitor, when you put your turn signal on, you will get a live camera feed of the lane you intend to move into. If a vehicle is there, you will get a warning. Lane Following Assist uses a front-view camera to detect lane makers and then assists in steering to keep the vehicle centered. Lane Keeping Assist will send you an alert if your Tucson detects that you have drifted out of your lane unintentionally. It can also apply steering assistance to get you back where you need to be. If you often drive late at night or perhaps early in the morning, you will appreciate the Driver Attention Warning. Your SUV will keep tabs on how you are driving, and if you do something erratic (perhaps due to fatigue or inattention), you will get an alert. Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist is also included, and this monitors the area behind your vehicle. If any cars are coming from either direction, you will get a warning telling you that it is not safe to back up. Highway Driving Assist allows you to keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front and helps keep your vehicle centered in its lane, even through curves. If you are a parent of young children, you will like the Rear Occupant Alert, which reminds you to check the back for any precious cargo after the engine has been turned off. The 2025 Tucson Limited also comes with many systems to aid in parking, including Parking Distance Warning, Parking Collision Avoidance Assist, and a Surround View Monitor that gives you a 360-degree bird's-eye view so you will always know exactly what is around your vehicle. The Hyundai Tucson Checks Every Box It is no wonder why the Tucson is a high-selling compact SUV every year. This vehicle is a star in all categories. It offers a fun driving experience, fantastic gas mileage, and a roomy, plush cabin. Plus, when you go with the Limited trim, you get an SUV that is both practical and luxurious, and no matter where you go, you and your passengers will be able to enjoy your devices and stay connected. You will also feel great knowing that all of the built-in safety systems are helping to keep everybody protected. If you want to see everything the 2025 Hyundai Tucson offers and get a hands-on demonstration, come to Rusty Wallace Hyundai. We always have a large selection of the latest models and their trims. We will gladly show you how everything works and let you take a model or two out for a test drive. We are confident that you are going to love this SUV, and if you have any questions about it, ask us! We'd love to answer!

They say not to judge a book by its cover. Similarly, you should never judge something because of its name, either. For example, if you're looking for a Hyundai Tucson for sale in Knoxville, why should you buy a Tucson Limited? Doesn't being "limited" mean lacking the ability to fulfill your true potential? Sometimes, names are nothing more than just that, so where does the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Limited land in this? more We've taken a close look at this year's Tucson Limited, put it through its paces, and compiled a list of several of its best features to ultimately determine whether buying a Tucson Limited limits your experience or, rather, that "limited" means "rare." (You probably won't be surprised by the answer.) Let's dive in! A Quick Look at Performance The 2025 Hyundai Tucson Limited comes standard with a 2.5L I-4 engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. This gas engine provides 187 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard, and all-wheel drive (AWD) is optional. The 2025 Tucson Limited provides ample power for Knoxville drivers. Hyundai wants you to have fun while driving your Tucson, so it has added a couple of features to give you more control with an added dash of sportiness. One feature that'll draw your eye and highlight its uniqueness is the column-mounted shift-by-wire system that comes standard. You'll shift into reverse, park, drive, or neutral through a shifter protruding from the side of your steering column. This somewhat harkens back to classic automobiles. Selectable drive modes are standard with the Tucson Limited. These are activated via a knob under the infotainment center. This knob allows you to select between the Normal and Sport modes, Snow mode (if it's an AWD Tucson Limited), and a customizable mode known as MyDrive, where you fine-tune your preferred power, efficiency, handling, and more. Lastly, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters are also standard on the Limited, allowing you to change gears manually, which some drivers may enjoy the feel of. Let's also briefly discuss fuel efficiency because we're impressed with the 2025 Tucson Limited, and we believe Knoxville drivers will be, too. It has a 14.3-gal fuel tank, and when filled, FWD models achieve EPA-estimated ratings of 25 MPG in the city, 33 MPG on the highway, and 28 MPG combined. AWD models aren't as heavily affected as you may believe: 2025 Tucson Limiteds with AWD earn ratings of 24 MPG in the city, 30 MPG on the highway, and 26 MPG combined. The Best Seat in the House When you buy a 2025 Tucson Limited, there's a high chance that the best seat in the house will be in your driveway. These seats are comfortable and stylish. The 2025 Tucson Limited has standard leather seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The front seats are heated and ventilated, meaning wintertime drives can be equally as comfortable as those on hot summer days. However, the Tucson Limited goes one step further by having standard heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel. The 2025 Tucson Limited has standard 8-way power-adjustable front seats. It's easy to find your preferred seating position with 8-way directional controls, but what if you share your Tucson Limited with someone else, like a husband or wife? Simple: Set your preferred seat posture in one of the integrated memory slots, and your spouse can set theirs in the other. Selecting your memory profile when entering the vehicle will adjust your seat to replicate your ideal posture. Sharing a vehicle has never been more convenient! And these memory profiles aren't restricted to your driver's seat either because they'll also adjust your side mirrors and your head-up display. (It's worth mentioning, too, that the 2025 Tucson Limited has standard LED turn-signal indicators on the side mirrors.) All this talk about seats leads us to our next topic, the 2025 Tucson Limited's interior, which has something for every Knoxville driver. Something for Everyone The 2025 Hyundai Tucson Limited has an array of impressive interior features. For example, everyone will enjoy the standard panoramic sunroof that gives rear-seat passengers the same enjoyment you and your copilot have, with crisp air flowing through the cabin, illuminated by bright and vibrant natural light. But when the sun goes away, and storm clouds brew, standard Rain Sensing Wipers prevent you from manually enabling them when precipitation hits. The 2025 Tucson Limited also provides a more tranquil ride with decreased outdoor noise when the windows are shut, thanks to standard acoustic laminated front windows. Other features everyone will enjoy include the second-row USB-C charging ports, which can charge devices like smartphones, tablets, laptops, or portable gaming consoles. Everyone will also enjoy the premium sound system supplied by Bose, believed by millions to be the benchmark of audio engineering. This sound system is standard, with high-quality speakers housed around the cabin, providing enthusiast-grade soundscapes and making old music feel fresh. Everyone can further find a station they enjoy with standard SiriusXM radio capability. An active SiriusXM subscription enables hundreds of bespoke radio stations, providing entertainment for all music tastes, from pop to rap to metal, classic rock, country music, podcasts, and more. Even if you have a niche taste for music, there's a high chance there's a SiriusXM radio station for you. These stations are available directly through your infotainment center interface, which we're going to talk about next. A Value-Packed Grand Slam The 2025 Tucson Limited is what we call a value-packed grand slam. It's easily one of the most well-equipped trims, sporting a standard 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with onboard navigation software. This infotainment center and the engine are customizable to only start when they read your fingerprint. That's right: biometric security for your vehicle. How cool is that? The infotainment center is equipped with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for untethered smartphone integration and compatibility with your favorite app stores, music libraries, navigation tools, and so on. Outside of these features, the 2025 Tucson Limited's infotainment center has Hyundai Pay, allowing you to pre-pay at various parking spots throughout the Greater Knoxville Area and beyond. Tech is everywhere inside the 2025 Tucson Limited—not just limited to the capabilities of the robust infotainment center. For example, the Tucson Limited has a 12-inch head-up display that projects your speed, the remaining number of miles in your trip, and all other kinds of relevant drive data. This is a customizable HUD with memory profiles for you and another driver, such as your spouse. The 2025 Tucson Limited also has a 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster instead of the 4.2-inch screen and analog gauge combo found on lower-tier trims. This 12.3-inch cluster spans the full panel, meaning each gauge is digital and disappears when the vehicle is off. Digital gauges are more stylish and less prone to break because of their lack of moving parts, instead relying on a display and a computer. Limited in Name Only We've been thoroughly impressed with Hyundai vehicles before, but the 2025 Tucson Limited is easily one of the best we've had the pleasure of experiencing and supplying to Knoxville drivers. Although the 2025 Tucson Limited may have the word "limited" in its name, it's clearly anything but. It's packed with features ranging from practical to premium. You should buy one because vehicles like this don't come every year, and purchasing one will be the best choice you've ever made for your drives.