Verdict
At RM186,888 against RM197,888, the RM11,000 gap is not buying a bigger Tucson or a richer cabin spec. Both use a 1.6 litre turbo petrol engine rated at 178 hp and 264 Nm with a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, and the comfort and safety kit lines up closely. What changes is the driveline: the Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige AWD sends drive to all four wheels, while the Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige Hybrid adds a 64 hp/264 Nm motor and 1.49 kWh lithium-ion battery but is front-wheel drive.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige AWD if you want the lower price, all-wheel drive and the same listed cabin and safety kit.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige Hybrid if you want hybrid assistance and accept paying RM11,000 more while moving to front-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige AWD RM186,888; Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige Hybrid RM197,888
- Engine tech: AWD has 16-valve DOHC direct injection turbo petrol; Hybrid has the same turbo petrol with hybrid assistance
- Electric motor: AWD has none; Hybrid has 1 motor rated at 64 hp and 264 Nm
- Battery: AWD has none; Hybrid has a 1.49 kWh lithium-ion battery
- Driveline: AWD is all-wheel drive; Hybrid is front-wheel drive
1.6T Prestige AWD
- Costs RM11,000 less
- Gets all-wheel drive
- Keeps the same 178 hp/264 Nm turbo petrol engine, seven-speed wet DCT, adaptive cruise control and 12.3-inch curved widescreen
- No 64 hp/264 Nm electric motor or 1.49 kWh lithium-ion battery
1.6T Prestige Hybrid
- Adds hybrid assistance to the 1.6 litre turbo petrol engine
- Gets a 64 hp/264 Nm electric motor and 1.49 kWh lithium-ion battery
- Keeps the same listed safety and comfort equipment as the AWD variant
- Costs RM11,000 more
- Front-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 186,888✓ | RM 197,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing with hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp | 178 hp |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 75.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 64 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 264 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.49 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission | 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 1,584 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 54 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 539 litres | 582 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three Point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd Row Seats | Available for 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years | 8 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
1.6T Prestige AWD vs 1.6T Prestige Hybrid FAQ
Is the Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige AWD or Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige Hybrid better?
The Hybrid is better if you specifically want hybrid assistance. The AWD is the sharper buy on paper if all-wheel drive and price matter more, because the listed comfort and safety kit is effectively the same.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige Hybrid costs RM197,888, while the Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Prestige AWD costs RM186,888. The difference is RM11,000.
Does the Hybrid have more power than the AWD?
Both petrol engines are rated at 178 hp and 264 Nm. The Hybrid adds a 64 hp/264 Nm electric motor, but no combined system output is listed, so it should not be treated as a simple horsepower addition.