KATHMANDU: Laxmi InterContinental, authorised distributor of Hyundai launched the all-new Tucson in the Nepali market on March 10. The all-new Tucson has a bold and athletic presence achieved through refined, flowing surfaces, bold proportions, sharp lines and most importantly, the newest generation hexagonal grille — Hyundai brand signature. The all-new Tucson adopts the strong proportions and profile of an SUV and the design confidently creates a sense of the vehicle being sleek and agile. Through great design and advanced technologies, it represents the future of Hyundai products beyond expectations. The all-new Tucson will be available in gasoline engines — NU 2.0 MPI manual and automatic transmission 155 PS and diesel engine — R 2.0 CRDi automatic transmission 178 PS. Both the engines have been enhanced to offer improved drivability and fuel efficiency. The front of the SUV is dominated by Hyundai signature hexagonal front grille, which connects with the LED headlamps to create a distinctive identity. A wing-shaped appearance to the front bumper, which incorporates the LED daytime running lights, gives the car a unique style and provides a visual reference for the car’s wide track. The directional shape of the wheel arches contributes to the agile and dynamic appearance, even at standstill. The ‘Z’ character-line above the rear wheel arches creates a sculptural side profile and a powerful stance. The all-new Tucson is built on a completely new platform that endows this C-SUV with generous interior dimensions. Clever packaging means that there is an excellent exterior to interior dimension ratio, optimising the space that is afforded to passengers and luggage. It is comfortable and airy inside, delivering a substantial 513 litres of luggage capacity with all the seats up. As well as introducing new soft touch, high-quality materials across the cabin surfaces, the interior has undergone extensive ergonomic testing to ensure ease of use and a pleasant and sensuous experience. When it comes to safety issues, the 2016 Hyundai Tucson earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) 2015 Top Safety Pick+ award. This is the first time Tucson, which received a significant redesign for the 2016 model year, has received the highest honor from IIHS.