More than just being one of the biggest automakers in the world these days, Hyundai->ke201 is also pretty adept at preparing for the apocalypse. Whereas other companies aren't as involved when it comes to gearing up for the day zombies roam this planet, the Korean automaker has been doing the opposite for the past few years.

Hyundai has already released a handful of zombie-prepared vehicles in the past and at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show->ke211, it introduced its latest survival vehicle. It's called the Hyundai Tucson Walking Dead Edition, and as the name clearly says, this special edition SUV->ke145 is based on the hit AMC show.

For its color, Hyundai opted to use an Ash Black shade for the exterior with matching red accents and some dedicated graphics, including four unique decals featuring factions - Hilltop, Kingdom, Saviors and Survivors - from the graphic novel-inspired show.

Inside, the special edition Tucson receives black leather seats, custom floor mats, and a seven-inch touchscreen display with a special The Walking Dead splash screen. A "Zombie Survival Kit" is also part of the package, which has a host of cool items, like a survivalist backpack and a Walking Dead Tucson Quick Reference Guide.

Updated 06/20/2014: Hyundai announced that the new Tucson Walking Dead Edition is now on sale at its dealers around the country. Also, a new set of images was added so you can now see this special Tucson on both exterior and interior.

Click past the jump to read about the 2014 Hyundai Tucson

2014 Hyundai Tucson Walking Dead Edition

Specifications
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  • Model: 2014 Hyundai Tucson Walking Dead Edition
  • Engine/Motor: inline-4
  • Horsepower: 164
  • Torque: 151
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2014 Hyundai Tucson

Now that the new Tucson has received its share of updates, the 2014 model was also Hyundai ’s first vehicle on the American market to be powered by the new 2.0-liter Nu GDI engine, with other models to follow at a later point. Next to the new engines, the 2014 Tucson is also offering an all-new SACHS Amplitude Selective Damping (ASD), Hyundai’s Blue Link safety, service and infotainment telematics system, two-stage reclining rear seats and third-generation navigation with a larger seven-inch touchscreen display and HD Radio technology.

Two new engines power the 2014 Tucson, including a 2.0-liter Nu GDI engine produces an estimated 164 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 151 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm and for the first time it is available in both FWD and AWD configurations and a 2.4-liter Theta II GDI engine that delivers a total of 182 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque.

Both engines are combined with a six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC manual control.

The 2014 Tucson will be offered in three trim levels: GLS, SE and Limited with prices ranging from $21,450 to $27,700.