The newly redesigned 2010 Hyundai Tucson has been in high demand since its launch in December.... At Rogers Hyundai Chicago, we have had a tough time keeping the Tucson in stock (especially the Limited).

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the 2010 Tucson a "TOP SAFETY PICK". It achieved the highest rating of "Good" in all crash test categories. This includes frontal offset crash test, side impact test, rear crash protection/head restraint rating and rollover roof strength test. Vehicles with a "Good" rating in this final test have roofs that can withstand a force equal to at least 4 times the vehicle's weight. Pretty good for a compact SUV.

In order to be considered for an IIHS "TOP SAFETY PICK," a vehicle must also feature Electronic Stability Control (ESC)-a safety feature that has been standard on Tucson since the fall of 2004. The Hyundai Tucson was the first compact crossover to offer this important lifesaving technology as standard equipment. This year, Hyundai has continued to innovate with the safety package on the Tucson, debuting new standard safety technologies such as Downhill Brake Control (DBC) and Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) on the 2010 model.


The 2010 Tucson, priced from $18,995, comes well-equipped with standard safety equipment, including, six airbags, active front head restraints, four-wheel disc brakes controlled by an advanced four-channel ABS with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Traction Control as well as Electronic Stability Control.

The Tucson has 6 airbags... Dual advanced frontal airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags and roof-mounted side-curtain airbags. They also come with new rollover sensors that cover both the front and rear seat rows.

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