The comprehensively overhauled fourth-generation Hyundai Tucson will go on sale on 7 January and Hyundai has released pricing and specification details for the launch models.

Four powertrains are available initially, each based around the brand's 1.6-litre Smartstream turbocharged petrol engine: a 148bhp entry-level option with or without 48V mild-hybrid functionality, a more potent 178bhp mild hybrid and a full hybrid with 227bhp. Depending on the engine specified, buyers will have a choice of two six-speed manual gearboxes, a six-speed automatic and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic unit, with four-wheel drive available on certain variants.

Hyundai describes each of the three initial trim packages as "high specification". Prices start at £28,495 for entry-level SE Connect trim, which is available with a choice of non-electrified, mild-hybrid and full-hybrid powertrains and comes equipped with 17in alloy wheels, privacy glass, a leather steering wheel, dual-zone air conditioning, a rear-view camera and a "comprehensive" driver aid offering.

Mid-range Premium trim bumps the price to £30,195 and adds larger wheels, LED headlights, ambient interior lighting and keyless entry. The top-rung Ultimate car - from £32,895 - gets the 178bhp mild-hybrid engine option and a raft of extra interior kit, including heated rear seats, three-zone climate control and a panoramic sunroof.

A performance-inspired N-Line version has been previewed and is set to touch down early next year, with styling cues lifted from Hyundai's i20 N and i30 N hot hatchbacks, at around the same time as the Tucson gains a new plug-in hybrid option with an electric-only range of more than 31 miles.

No technical details have been provided for the Tucson N-Line, but it is expected to be available with the higher-end engine options. It's possible that Hyundai will revised the spring and damper rates for a sportier feel, too.

It's also unclear whether the N-Line model serves as a preview for a range-topping N performance variant coming later on. Hyundai describes N-Line as "an entry level to the N high-performance brand" and a hot Tucson has been rumoured for a few years.

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