Verdict
The Hyundai Tucson NX4 Facelift is the clear Malaysian buy: it costs RM15,000 less yet moves to a 12.3-inch screen, dual-zone automatic climate control and rear air-con vents, while retaining the NX4’s 154 hp/192 Nm 2.0-litre petrol engine, six-speed automatic and 582-litre boot. Both are 4,630 mm long on a 2,755 mm wheelbase, so dimensions and luggage space do not decide this one. Choose the outgoing Hyundai Tucson NX4 only if its full-size alloy spare, driver’s knee airbag or Tiptronic function matters more than the newer car’s equipment gains.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson NX4 if a full-size alloy spare, a driver’s knee airbag and Tiptronic are priorities.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson NX4 Facelift if you want the lower price and substantially better cabin, lighting and parking equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Tucson NX4 RM158,888; Hyundai Tucson NX4 Facelift RM143,888.
- Infotainment: NX4 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay; Facelift 12.3-inch curved widescreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Air-conditioning: NX4 manual front air-con with no rear vents; Facelift dual-zone automatic climate control with rear air-con vents.
- Lighting: NX4 LED reflector headlamps and bulb taillamps; Facelift LED projector headlamps and LED combination taillamps.
- Parking sensors: NX4 has no front sensors and four rear sensors; Facelift has six front and six rear sensors.
- Spare wheel: NX4 gets a full-size alloy spare; Facelift uses a space-saver spare.
NX4
- Full-size alloy spare wheel
- Driver’s knee airbag
- Tiptronic function
- RM15,000 higher price
- Manual air-con and no rear air-con vents
- Smaller 8-inch screen, bulb taillamps and no front parking sensors
NX4 Facelift
- RM15,000 lower price
- 12.3-inch curved display with navigation
- Dual-zone climate control, rear vents and six front/rear parking sensors
- Space-saver spare instead of a full-size alloy wheel
- No listed driver’s knee airbag
- No Tiptronic function listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM158,888 | RM143,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake valve timing | 16-valve DOHC |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 154 hp |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | 10.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Automatic | 6-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.4 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 181 km/h | 181 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 | — | 1,488 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 54 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 582 litres | 582 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Alloy | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2nd Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1x Connectivity, 2x Charging | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen with MP3 playback, AUX-in, USB, Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay with Voice Recognition | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver and Passenger One Touch Auto Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | — | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | — | 8 years |
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.
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NX4 vs NX4 Facelift FAQ
Is the Hyundai Tucson NX4 or Hyundai Tucson NX4 Facelift better?
The Hyundai Tucson NX4 Facelift is better for most buyers. It retains the same 154 hp, 192 Nm 2.0-litre petrol drivetrain and 582-litre boot, but costs less and adds a larger display, automatic climate control, rear vents and more parking sensors.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Tucson NX4 Facelift costs RM143,888, which is RM15,000 less than the Hyundai Tucson NX4 at RM158,888.
Do both Tucson models use the same engine and transmission?
Yes. Both use a 1,999 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 154 hp and 192 Nm, driving the front wheels through a six-speed conventional automatic transmission.
