700+ Horsepower Tucson Teased by Hyundai

Highlights

Set to be unleashed on November 3rd, the super high-performance crossover was together developed with Bisimoto Engineering and features a modest sized 2.4-liter Theta-II engine that has been equipped with a huge Turbonetics BTX-6465 billet turbocharger, a new camshaft, high-performance fuel injector system and NGK Iridium spark plugs. The mototr also has new fuel rails, a custom free flow exhaust system and an Infinity 6 ECU – among other things.

Thanks to these parts, the engine will produce more than an increadible 700 bhp (522 kW). It will be mated to a six-speed manual transmission with a “Stage 5” clutch.

Press Release

HYUNDAI PARTNERS WITH BISIMOTO ENGINEERING FOR A FOURTH STRAIGHT YEAR TO CREATE 700+ HORSEPOWER 2016 TUCSON

Bisimoto Engineering’s First CUV is the Most-Powerful Tucson Ever

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 21 2015 –Hyundai has revealed the most-powerful 2016 Tucson ever created, built by the powertrain gurus at Bisimoto Engineering for 2015 SEMA. Partnering for a fourth straight year, Bisimoto’s “Brute Ute” will be revealed at Hyundai’s SEMA press conference on November 3 at 11:30 a.m. PT, in Las Vegas.

Utilizing Hyundai’s 2.4-liter “Theta-II” power plant as the starting point for the build, similar to last year’s 2015 Sonata, Bisimoto mated strengthened internals with fast-burning flex-fuel, a high-boost turbocharger and an upgraded engine management system to put down more than 700 horsepower to the wheels through a 6-speed manual transmission. This rendition of the 2016 Tucson was built with the ultimate vision of packing world-beating performance and technology into a brand-new, unexpected vehicle platform.

“The 2016 Tucson was the perfect platform for this year’s build, offering me the opportunity to captivate a wider audience by tapping into the growing popularity of the CUV market,” said Bisi Ezerioha, owner and chief engineer, Bisimoto Engineering. “After hundreds of hours of testing and developing new engine components, we’re confident that this power plant can handle what we’re asking from it, delivering a fresh, race-bred take on the 2016 Tucson with performance and reliability at its core.”

Complementing the absurd power figures, Bisimoto gave the exterior a very clean “street fighter” look, riding on custom air-ride suspension, white five-star race-spec wheels and sticky, R-compound rubber. A custom roll cage hints to the vehicle’s performance credentials, and the signature Bisimoto look is rounded-out with the elimination of the front grille, replaced with a huge intercooler to cool the incoming air.

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POWERTRAIN MODIFICATIONS:

AEM Electronics

Infinity 6 ECU

Boost controller and Fuel Pressure Regulator

Arias 9:1 compression PistonsARP Head Studs and BoltsBisimoto Springs and Titanium RetainersBisimoto Level 2.4 CamshaftBisimoto 360 degree Oil CapBisimoto Custom Exhaust System2200cc InjectorsGolden Eagle Sleeves & IntakeBisimoto MLS GasketBisimoto Intake Heat Shielding GasketHigh-Flow Fuel PumpNGK Iridium Spark PlugsPurÖl “Elite Series” Synthetic Motor OilsPurÖl MTF Transmission FluidPort Flow Custom HeadworkKinsler Fuel Rail & FilterBisimoto Steel RodsCustom Mil-Spec HarnessTurbonetics BTX-6465 Billet Turbo

Wastegate

Blowoff Valve

Spearco IntercoolerVibrant Vanjen Clamps and Stainless Steel HardwareTurbo Hot Header CoatingsSpec Stage 5 Clutch

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION MODIFICATIONS

fifteen52 TARMAC R43 19×8.5 Wheels

Buddy Club 4-Pot Big Brake Kit and Lug Nuts

Bisimoto Brake Mounts

Toyo R888 Tires

Air Ride Equipment Airbag Suspension

EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

Denmatic Design Scheme

Bisimoto Custom Grille Insert

Hyundai Genuine Equipment Mud Flaps

Rhythms Powder Coating

Driftmotion Aluminum Piping

INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS

Bisimoto 4-Point Roll Cage

Harman Kardon Infinity Sound System Equipped with HD Radio

Infinity Audio System

Front Doors: Kappa 60.11cs 6-1/2” Two-Way Component System

Rear Doors: Kappa 62.11i 6-1/2” Two-Way Loudspeaker System

Cargo Space Speakers: Kappa 62.11i 6-1/2” Two-Way Loudspeaker System (Reference 1200S Shallow Mount Subwoofers)

Amplification: Kappa K5 five-channel 650 Watt Amplifier

Head Unit: JBL Legend CP100 Connected Car Receiver

Racepak IQ3 Dash

Bisimoto Reservoir Socks

Buddy Club Short shifter

G&J Braided Plumbing

Buddy Club Racing Seat

Custom Euro-inspired Leather Interior