2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid: Finally, a Hybrid That Doesn't Hate Driving
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Brian Makse isn't your typical car guy. He's a professionally obsessed speed addict who's won championships and piloted machines that spark pure excitement. With a racing background hard-earned through lessons learned at the limits and sometimes beyond, he's spent more time sideways on racetracks than most spend in office chairs. His YouTube channel is an authentic dive into driving, narrated by someone who can mock himself while breaking down performance with surgical precision. He's owned racing teams and driven supercars worth more than most homes, but he'll be the first to admit he's never outgrown his fascination with speed. Expect unfiltered insights from someone who knows cars so well he can laugh at his own expertise — and hopefully make you laugh along the way.
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The 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid promises 231 horsepower and 'fun to drive' factor but we've heard that before from hybrid SUVs. Usually it ends with explaining why efficient and engaging are mutually exclusive. But Hyundai's thrown serious tech at this problem: e-Motion torque vectoring, a more powerful electric motor, and drive modes that supposedly transform this family hauler into something actually engaging. At $41,000, this Limited trim (Ultimate in Canada) asks luxury car money for a Korean badge. The question is whether the engineering backs up the ambitious pricing, or if this is just another case of marketing getting ahead of reality. We test the hybrid system's real world performance, analyze the e-Motion torque vectoring technology, and determine if this thing can actually walk the walk. The Tucson Hybrid represents a fundamental shift in hybrid philosophy, using electric power to enhance driving rather than just maximize efficiency. But does the execution match the ambition? We dig deep into the technical details that other reviews miss. What's your experience with hybrid SUVs? Have you found one that actually delivers on performance promises? Let us know in the comments below. Is the Hyundai Tucson XRT Really Rugged or Just for Show? https://youtu.be/2kbJT-LLRww ——————————————————————— // MY AMAZON STORE with my favorite things for drivers https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-4cc174af (this is an affiliate link) /// MERCH Pick up some sweet merch in our store! https://brian-makse-shop.fourthwall.com/ /// HELP US OUT Gearheads! We take great pains to make sure this show sounds great, but quality post-production ain't cheap! Donate credits at https://auphonic.com/donate_credits?user=brianmakse to keep our show's motor running. Even small donations help cover editing costs so we can keep bringing you tuned audio that captures the essence of automotive freedom. Help out fellow car nuts spreading the passion for driving - donate to our Auphonic credits today! /// SUBSCRIBE Subscribe NOW to Brian Makse's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=brianmakse /// SOCIAL Instagram: http://Instagram.com/BrianMakse Twitter: http://Twitter.com/BrianMakse Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MakseAttack Spotify: https://sptfy.com/brianmakse Link In My Bio: https://makse.com/linkinbio/ /// MORE About Brian: http://makse.com/about /// WHAT I'M LISTENING TO Real AF With Andy Frisella https://andyfrisella.com/blogs/realaf-podcast Be sure to let us know what you think about this video and smash the subscribe button if you haven’t already! Test vehicles are provided by the respective manufacturers for review purposes, unless otherwise noted, and all opinions are our own. Music © 2025 Russell Soares (russellsoares.com), used with permission, all rights reserved. #HyundaiTucson #HyundaiTucsonHybrid #Hyundai #brianmakse
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