Hyundai Tucson BNCAP test Hyundai's Tucson SUV achieved a 5-star safety rating in Bharat NCAP testing, marking Hyundai's first vehicle to undergo this assessment. The tested model, a top-tier 2.0L automatic Signature variant, earned impressive scores in adult and child safety categories. This accomplishment underscores Hyundai's commitment to safety features in its premium SUV offering.
The Bharat NCAP safety rating provides valuable information to consumers regarding vehicle safety performance in India. The Tucson's 5-star rating signifies its strong performance in various safety tests, including adult occupant protection, child occupant protection, and safety assist technologies.
Adult occupant protection
The Tucson scored 30.84 points out of 32 points in adult occupant protection and 41 points out of 49 points in child occupant protection. The vehicle's safety features include six airbags, three-point seatbelts, electronic stability control, ISOFIX anchors, and a Level 2 ADAS system. The rating applies to both the Platinum and Signature variants of the Tucson.
In the frontal offset deformable barrier test, the Tucson earned 14.84 points out of 16. It received a perfect score of 16 out of 16 in the side movable deformable barrier test. These results highlight the vehicle's structural integrity in impact scenarios.
Child occupant protection
The Tucson excelled in child occupant protection, achieving a perfect dynamic score of 24 out of 24 using child restraint systems. It also earned a perfect 12 out of 12 on the CRS Installation score and 5 out of 13 for the vehicle assessment. This demonstrates the Tucson's suitability for families with young children.
The Hyundai Tucson offers two engine choices: a 1,999cc petrol engine generating 153.87 bhp and 192 Nm of torque paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, and a 1,997cc diesel engine producing 183.6 bhp and 416 Nm of torque, coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission. These powertrain options provide consumers with choices based on their performance preferences.
