Is the tech heavy interior of the Hyundai Tucson a step forward for the brand, or a usability nightmare?

The Hyundai Tucson gets a techy interior, complete with a large touchscreen infotainment system and a digital instrument cluster. Traditional physical buttons are replaced by touch sensitive panels that incorporate many controls, including climate and audio. This gives a sleek modern look however, it has set users hot debate about its practicality when used on daily basis. Clean look, advanced, says some, but no tactile feedback or potential distractions when driving, say others. And you have the question of long term durability and the cost of repairs of these complex systems. The tech forward approach keeps the Tucson competitive and attractive to younger buyers, argue supporters, but critics worry about the learning curve and potential frustration for those accustomed to more traditional layouts. The debate centers around whether Hyundai found the right harmony between innovation and usability within the Tucson’s interior layout.