Hyundai Tucson 2005-2009 (1st gen)

The first generation Hyundai Tucson, produced from 2005 to 2009, marked Hyundai's entry into the compact SUV market. With its sleek and contemporary styling, the Tucson aimed to appeal to buyers seeking a practical yet stylish crossover. This generation featured a unibody construction, offering a smoother and more car-like ride than traditional SUVs.

Inside, the Tucson provided a comfortable and well-appointed cabin with a user-friendly layout. It also introduced safety features like side curtain airbags and stability control. While the first-generation Tucson didn't boast the extensive list of features found in later iterations, it laid the foundation for Hyundai's success in the SUV segment, setting the stage for future generations to become more sophisticated, refined, and technologically advanced.

Hyundai Tucson specifications, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 2.0 L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 26-33ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 4.3 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.0L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

Engine 2.7 L 6-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 30-33ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 4.7 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.7L 6-Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity: 
  • 2.7L:17 gal (65L)
  • 2.0L:15.gal (58L)

Transaxle

• Type: 
  • Manual: HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS MTF 75W/85 (API GL-4)
  • Automatic: HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF SP III, DIAMOND ATF SP III, SK ATF SP III, or other brands meeting the SP III specification approved by Hyundai Motor Co.
• Capacity: 
  • Manual: 2.2 qt (2.1 L)
  • Automatic: 8.2 qt (7.8 L)

Transfer case

• Type: API GL-5, SAE 80W/90 (SHELL SPIRAX AX Equivalent)
• Capacity: 0.8 qt (0.8L)

Rear Axle

• Type: API GL-5, SAE 80W/90 (SHELL SPIRAX AX Equivalent)
• Capacity: 0.8 qt (0.75L)

Coolant

• Type: Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiator
• Capacity:  7.4 qt (7.0L)

Power steering gear

• Type: PSF-3 TYPE FLUID
• Capacity : 0.95 qt (0.9 L)

Brakes and clutch fluid

• Type: DOT 3, DOT 4 or Equivalent
• Capacity: As required

Powertrain

Engine

•     Petrol:
  • 2.0 L Beta II I4
  • 2.7 L Delta V6
• Diesel:
  • 2.0 L D CRDi I4

Transmission

• 5-speed manual
• 6-speed manual
• 4-speed automatic

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb: 881
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 1156NA
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9003LL

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb: 1157
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• License Plate Light Bulb: 6418
• Parking Light Bulb: 168
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 1156NA
• Tail Light Bulb: 1157

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Interior Door Light Bulb: 168
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: 6461
• Map Light Bulb: 175