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Hyundai Tucson
The Hyundai Tucson (also called the JM) is a small crossover SUV launched in 2005. It shares its Elantra-based platform with the redesigned 2005 Kia Sportage.
Powertrains are a 2.0 L I4 with a 5-speed manual transmission or optional 4-speed automatic transmission or a 2.7 L V6 with the auto. Four wheel drive is optional with a Borg-Warner torque controller system.
In some markets also available with a 2.0 L diesel engine equipped with common rail technology.
The Tucson will be competing with the Toyota RAV-4 and Honda CR-V in the North American Market.
The Tucson won the Canadian Car of the Year Best New Crossover award for 2005.
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