Unfortunately I only got to test the 4x2. Dealer says the 4x4 should've arrived the day before. Who knows what really goes on with these guys. I only got to drive it a couple of Km's before I got called off to an emergency and had to leave.
What I like:
2.0 engine is ok for city driving if you're lightly loaded (3 pax). It doesn't have great acceleration but in traffic it's pretty adequate.
Body lean in corners is minimal (for the height). Bump absorption is good, and the first row seats and left and right second row seats are really comfortable. 2nd row seats recline a bit![]()
Noise insulation seems to be great, huge difference when you open the windows.
A/C is really cold, glad new Nissans are still typical of this.
What I don't like:
Rear wheelwells have a carpet-like lining on them. These will be a pain to clean when dirty.
2nd row left and right side headroom. It doesn't help that the upholstery near the top of the windows is thick and close to the head when the seats are not reclined.
3rd row seats. They should've just removed them so the 2nd row could slide farther back to accommodate leggy models, este taller people.
Halogen headlamps. It's 2014, this thing should have projectors at least.
The width of the car reminds you that this is still a compact crossover. It's big for its segment but I can't help but ask for more. With a couple more inches of width it would've blown everything else out of the water.
I hope I can finally test drive the 4x4 next week.




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Sa Makati kasi wala akong maisip na place na maganda mag test drive. Puro traffic.
And then may kalampag sa may sliding door na di ko ma-isolate. With the Tucson there's noise from the tailgate. The shocks last around the same kms as the brake pads. The rubber bushes of Hyundai seem too soft.
Should arrive this November.
