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Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
Model | AMG GT | Tucson | Tucson | Tucson |
Trim | S | GLS | SE | Limited |
Engines | ||||
Transmissions | ||||
Drivetrains | ||||
Tires | ||||
Audio Systems | ||||
Accessories | ||||
Release latch by waving a foot beneath the bumper or a hand near a sensor. | ||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||
Decklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||
Homelink. | ||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||
Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over. | ||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | ||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||
Cargo Management | ||||
Net extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops. | ||||
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area. | ||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack. | ||||
No crossbars. | ||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | ||||
Climate Control | ||||
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | ||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off. | ||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | ||||
Drivetrain | ||||
Can vary engine mount stiffness to maximize performance or comfort. | ||||
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | ||||
The center differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. Engaging low range (where available) usually locks the center differential automatically. | ||||
Engine / Motor | ||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | ||||
Prevents oil starvation in extremely hard cornering. | ||||
Valves open in the exhaust at high rpm and/or during brisk acceleration, for power boost and/or richer sound. Valves can also be opened with a switch. | ||||
Exterior | ||||
Additional spoiler feature (value on top of spoiler type). Rear spoiler can lower to reduce drag or rise up and/or tilt to increase downforce. | ||||
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | ||||
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | ||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||
Reduces weight. | ||||
Spoiler mounted beneath the nose of the car, to increase downforce. | ||||
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed. | ||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | ||||
Protects part of the underbody from rocks when off-roading. | ||||
Large spoiler stands well above the trunk or hatch. | ||||
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | ||||
Infotainment | ||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||
Includes CD player. | ||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | ||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | ||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | ||||
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger. | ||||
Stopwatch, lap timer. Usually includes an analog clock. | ||||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | ||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | ||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | ||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | ||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||
Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | ||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | ||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns. | ||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns. | ||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | ||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | ||||
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim. | ||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting. | ||||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau | ||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Steering ratio gets quicker the farther the wheel is turned. | ||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||||
Transmission | ||||
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch. | ||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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