2009 Hyundai Tucson

Rating applies to 2005-09 models

Tested vehicle: 2006 Hyundai Tucson GLS 4-door 4wd

The Hyundai Tucson was introduced in the 2005 model year. The Kia Sportage was redesigned for the 2005 model year after a two-year absence from the market.

For the 2010 model year, these ratings apply only to the Sportage, because the Tucson was redesigned.

Action shot taken during the frontal offset crash test.

The dummy's position in relation to the steering wheel and instrument panel after the crash test indicates that the driver's survival space was maintained well.

Smeared pink and red greasepaint indicates where the dummy's head hit the B-pillar and head restraint during rebound. Head accelerations from these hits were low.

Forces on the the left leg were high enough to indicate the likelihood of injuries.

Rating applies to 2005-09 models

Tested vehicle: 2006 Hyundai Tucson GLS 4 dr 4wd with standard front and rear head curtain airbags and standard front seat-mounted torso airbags

The Hyundai Tucson was introduced in the 2005 model year. The Kia Sportage was redesigned for the 2005 model year after a two-year absence from the market.

For the 2010 model year, these ratings apply only to the Sportage, because the Tucson was redesigned.

View of the vehicle and barrier just after the crash test.

View of the vehicle after the crash with doors removed, showing the side airbags and damage to the occupant compartment.

Smeared greasepaint shows where the driver dummy's head was protected from being hit by hard structures by the side curtain airbag.

Smeared greasepaint shows where the rear passenger dummy’s head was protected by the side airbag.

Rating applies to 2005-09 models

Tested vehicle: 2008 Kia Sportage LX 4-door 2wd

Curb weight from 2008 Kia Sportage LX 4-door 4wd. Rating applies to both the Kia Sportage and the structurally similar 2005-09 models of the Hyundai Tucson.

Seat type: Manual cloth seats AHR