2022 Hyundai Tucson Gains Rugged-Looking XRT Trim
Tucson gets ready for the dirt; package isn’t compatible with hybrid models.
Hyundai is expanding its XRT family of models. The Korean automaker this week debuted the Tucson XRT, which adds more rugged styling cues to the brand’s impressive compact crossover. It follows on from the Santa Fe XRT that debuted earlier this year.
SEE ALSO: Hyundai Tucson Hybrid vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Comparison: Fuel-Sipping Family HaulersLike its slightly larger sibling, the Tucson XRT is an aesthetics-only upgrade, itself based on the SEL with Convenience Package. There are unique lower bumper designs front and rear, plus extended plastic cladding along the sides of the crossover. The XRT also gets its own unique set of black 19-inch wheels, to go with the black trim pieces, roof rails, and tow hitch. The interior is black, as well. Say goodbye to the sunroof, however.
Sitting behind that unique grille is Hyundai’s trusty 2.5-liter inline-four engine. The XRT will only come with this engine: the hybrid and plug-in hybrid models go without. Interested parties will still be able to spec either front- or all-wheel drive, however.
SEE ALSO: 2022 Hyundai Kona N First Drive Review: Pint-Sized Pocket RocketPricing for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson XRT starts from $32,625 for the front-drive model, including destination. Opting for AWD bumps that figure to $34,125. That represents a $2,150 increase over the regular Tucson SEL with the Convenience Package. The XRT will begin trickling into dealers soon.
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Kyle began his automotive obsession before he even started school, courtesy of a remote control Porsche and various LEGO sets. He later studied advertising and graphic design at Humber College, which led him to writing about cars (both real and digital). He is now a proud member of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), where he was the Journalist of the Year runner-up for 2021.
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