Hyundai Tucson
SUV · 2015–2026 · Tucson, Tucson Fuel Cell, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Collision warning | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 26–38 mpg | 5 of 5 | 13 | 90 | — | — |
| 2025 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 26–38 mpg | 5 of 5 | 12 | 430 | Standard | Yes |
| 2024 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 25–38 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 161 | Standard | Yes |
| 2023 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 25–38 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 2 | 179 | Standard | Yes |
| 2022 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 26–38 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 3 | 524 | Standard | Yes |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 23–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 79 | Standard | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 23–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 178 | Standard | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 23–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 380 | Standard | Yes |
| 2018 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo 2.0L 4-cyl 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 22–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 396 | Optional | Yes |
| 2017 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo 2.0L 4-cyl Fuel cell | AWD, FWD | 23–50 mpg | 5 of 5 | 6 | 2071 | Optional | Yes |
| 2016 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo 2.0L 4-cyl Fuel cell | AWD, FWD | 23–50 mpg | 5 of 5 | 10 | 3156 | Optional | Yes |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl 2.4L 4-cyl Fuel cell | AWD, FWD | 22–50 mpg | 4 of 5 | 3 | 443 | No | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA and aren't adjusted for how many were sold, so compare years of the same model: a tall bar marks a year owners had more trouble with. Collision warning: forward collision warning as NHTSA lists it ("Some versions": standard on some). Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Trims and features
What changed for 2026
- Starting prices: +$235 to +$780 (4 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: SEL Plus
- New trim: SEL Premium
- Trim dropped: SEL Convenience
- Engine: Smartstream 2.5L GDI/MPI 4-cylinder → Smartstream 2.5L 4-cylinder (Limited, SE, SEL, XRT)
- Max towing: 2,000 lb → 2,750 lb (Limited, SE, SEL, XRT)
- Adaptive cruise control: Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go → Adaptive Cruise Control (Limited, SE, SEL, XRT)
- Automatic emergency braking: AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection → Automatic Emergency Braking (Limited, SE, SEL, XRT)
- Parking sensors: Front, Rear, Side → Front, Rear (Limited)
2026 Tucson trims
| Limited | SE | SEL | SEL Plus | SEL Premium | XRT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||||
| Starting MSRP | from $39,425 | from $29,450 | from $30,800 | from $31,300 | from $33,800 | from $33,475 |
| Powertrain | ||||||
| Engine | Smartstream 2.5L 4-cylinder | Smartstream 2.5L 4-cylinder | Smartstream 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L GDI/MPI 4-cylinder | Smartstream 2.5L 4-cylinder | Smartstream 2.5L 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 187 hp | 187 hp | 187 hp | 187 hp | 187 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed Automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 2,750 lb | 2,750 lb | 2,750 lb | 2,750 lb | 2,750 lb | 2,750 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 38.7 cu ft | 38.7 cu ft | 38.7 cu ft | 38.7 cu ft | 38.7 cu ft | 38.7 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 74.8 cu ft | 74.8 cu ft | 74.8 cu ft | 74.8 cu ft | 74.8 cu ft | 74.8 cu ft |
| Length | 182.7 in | 182.7 in | 182.7 in | 182.7 in | 182.7 in | 182.7 in |
| Tech | ||||||
| Touchscreen | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | — | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | — | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | — | Wireless | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | 12.3 in | — | — | — | 12.3 in | — |
| Head-up display | Windshield HUD | — | — | — | — | — |
| Audio | Bose | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wireless phone charging | Qi | — | — | — | Qi | — |
| Driver assistance | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | — | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | — | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | — | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | — | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| 360-degree camera | Surround View Camera | — | — | — | — | — |
| Parking sensors | Front, Rear | — | — | — | — | — |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Seats | Leather | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Front, Second Row | — | Front | — | Front | Front |
| Ventilated seats | Front | — | — | — | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | — | 2 | — | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Sunroof | Panoramic Moonroof | — | — | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — |
| Power liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | — | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | — | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 19 in | 17 in | 18 in | 19 in | 19 in | 18 in |
Packages and options (29)
| Limited | SE | SEL | SEL Plus | SEL Premium | XRT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tow and Go Package $570 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Mud Guards $140 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Applique $80 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Roof Rack Cross Rails $375 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Steps $755 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tow Hitch $480 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| All-Season Fitted Liners $280 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Blocks $30 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover / Screen $205 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $60 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Organizer $130 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $130 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $240 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $45 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Illuminated Door Sill Plates $380 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roadside Assistance Kit $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Severe Weather Kit $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Atlantis Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ecotronic Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ecotronic Gray Matte $1,000 | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hampton Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Phantom Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rockwood Green | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Serenity White $500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Shimmering Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ultimate Red $500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Gray / Green 3-Tone | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem configurator, Oem brochure, Oem order guide, Oem press release, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Tucson 2016–2025, Tucson 2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | HYUNDAI TUCSON HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | No | No | 4 | 27 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI TUCSON SUV N/A AWD | 5 | No | No | 5 | 62 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI TUCSON SUV N/A FWD | 5 | No | No | 5 | 62 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI TUCSON PLUG-IN HYBRID 5 HB N/A FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | HYUNDAI TUCSON PLUG-IN HYBRID SUV PHEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 287 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 287 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 140 |
| 2025 | Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 3 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Tucson SUV Later Release AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 10 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Tucson SUV Later Release FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 10 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Tucson SUV Early Release AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 97 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Tucson SUV Early Release FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 97 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV Later Release AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 5 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Tucson HEV SUV Early Release AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 46 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Tucson PHEV SUV Later Release AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | Hyundai Tucson PHEV SUV Early Release AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 134 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 134 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 35 |
| 2023 | Hyundai Tucson PHEV SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 10 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD Later Release | 5 | Standard | No | 0 | 18 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD Later Release | 4 | Standard | No | 0 | 18 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD Early Release | 4 | Standard | No | 3 | 383 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD Early Release | 4 | Standard | No | 3 | 383 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV FWD Later Release | 5 | Standard | No | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV AWD Later Release | 4 | Standard | No | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV AWD Early Release | 4 | Standard | No | 0 | 112 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SUV FWD Early Release | 4 | Standard | No | 0 | 112 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 0 | 7 |
| 2022 | Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 0 | 7 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 79 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 79 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 178 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 178 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 380 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 380 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 396 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 396 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 1088 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 1088 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 983 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 1620 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 1620 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 5 | 1536 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 227 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 227 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 216 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Tucson AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2026 | Tucson FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2026 | Tucson Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 36 |
| 2026 | Tucson Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 38 |
| 2026 | Tucson Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2025 | Tucson AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2025 | Tucson FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2025 | Tucson Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2025 | Tucson Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 38 |
| 2025 | Tucson Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2024 | Tucson AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2024 | Tucson FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2024 | Tucson Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 37 |
| 2024 | Tucson Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 38 |
| 2024 | Tucson Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2023 | Tucson AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2023 | Tucson FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2023 | Tucson Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 37 |
| 2023 | Tucson Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 38 |
| 2023 | Tucson Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2022 | Tucson AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2022 | Tucson FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2022 | Tucson Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 37 |
| 2022 | Tucson Hybrid Blue | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 38 |
| 2022 | Tucson Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2021 | Tucson AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
23 |
| 2021 | Tucson FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
25 |
| 2020 | Tucson AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
23 |
| 2020 | Tucson FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
25 |
| 2019 | Tucson AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
23 |
| 2019 | Tucson FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
25–26 |
| 2018 | Tucson AWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
22–25 |
| 2018 | Tucson FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
24–27 |
| 2017 | Tucson AWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
23–25 |
| 2017 | Tucson Eco AWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2017 | Tucson Eco FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2017 | Tucson FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
26–27 |
| 2017 | Tucson Fuel Cell | Auto (A1) | 50 |
| 2016 | Tucson AWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
23–25 |
| 2016 | Tucson Eco AWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2016 | Tucson Eco FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2016 | Tucson FWD | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
26–27 |
| 2016 | Tucson Fuel Cell | Auto (A1) | 50 |
| 2015 | Tucson 2WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
23–25 |
| 2015 | Tucson AWD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
22 |
| 2015 | Tucson Fuel Cell | Auto (A1) | 50 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.