Hyundai Tucson
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson presents a mixed reliability picture.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24 | 30 | 26 | 9.8 | 7.84 | 9.05 | — |
| 2025 | 24 | 30 | 26 | 9.8 | 7.84 | 9.05 | — |
| 2024 | 23 | 29 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2023 | 23 | 28 | 25 | 10.23 | 8.4 | 9.41 | 25 mpg combined |
| 2022 | 24 | 29 | 26 | 9.8 | 8.11 | 9.05 | — |
| 2021 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 10.69 | 9.41 | 10.23 | — |
| 2020 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 10.69 | 9.41 | 10.23 | — |
| 2019 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 10.69 | 9.41 | 10.23 | — |
| 2018 | 21 | 25 | 22 | 11.2 | 9.41 | 10.69 | — |
| 2017 | 21 | 26 | 23 | 11.2 | 9.05 | 10.23 | 21-32 mpg combined |
| 2016 | 21 | 26 | 23 | 11.2 | 9.05 | 10.23 | — |
| 2015 | 20 | 25 | 22 | 11.76 | 9.41 | 10.69 | — |
| 2014 | 20 | 25 | 22 | 11.76 | 9.41 | 10.69 | — |
| 2013 | 19 | 25 | 21 | 12.38 | 9.41 | 11.2 | — |
| 2012 | 19 | 25 | 21 | 12.38 | 9.41 | 11.2 | — |
| 2011 | 20 | 26 | 22 | 11.76 | 9.05 | 10.69 | 20-26 mpg combined |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | suv | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | suv | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | suv | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 187 hp | 178 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2022 | suv | 4 | 2.5 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 164-175 hp | 151-195 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2016 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2011 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 176 hp | 169 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Trim | Series | Base price | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | Trim: Limited | Limited | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | Trim: Limited | Limited | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | Series: Blue, Trim: SE | SE | Blue | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | Series: Blue, Trim: SE | SE | Blue | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Series: SE | — | SE | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | Base price: $23,550, Series: Value, SEL, Sport, Limited, Ultimate | — | Value, SEL, Sport, Limited, Ultimate | $23,550 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | Base price: $24,650, Series: SE | — | SE | $24,650 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $22,550, Trim: SE Pop, SE Plus, Eco, Sport, Value, Ultimate Base/Ultimate | SE Pop, SE Plus, Eco, Sport, Value, Ultimate Base/Ultimate | — | $22,550 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $22,700, MSRP range: $22,700 - $31,175, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for 2017 model year, Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/11/2026 | Base price: $22,700, Series: BASE | — | BASE | $22,700 | USD | $22,700 | $22,700 - $31,175 | 0.9 | MSRP for 2017 model year | llm_estimate | 5/11/2026 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | 17 | 17 |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | 17 | 17 |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 513 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | 17 | 17 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 488 | 17.2 | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | — | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | 17 | 17 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 488 | 17.2 | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | — | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | 17 | 17 |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 488 | 17.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 4 | 728 | 25.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 5 | 4 | 728 | 25.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 5 | 4 | 728 | 25.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | nhtsaSafetyRatings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2026 HYUNDAI TUCSON SUV N/A AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2026 HYUNDAI TUCSON SUV N/A AWD |
| 2025 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2025 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2025 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2024 | — | 5 | — | 4 | 2024 Hyundai Tucson SUV Later Release AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Frontal crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2024 Hyundai Tucson SUV Later Release AWD |
| 2023 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 4, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2023 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD Later Release | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD Later Release |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2021 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — |
| 2019 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2019 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2018 Hyundai Tucson SUV FWD |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2017 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2016 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2015 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 4, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2015 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2014 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2014 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 4, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2014 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2013 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2013 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 4, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2013 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2012 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 4, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2012 Hyundai Tucson SUV AWD |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | 2011 Hyundai Tucson SUV 4WD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Rated vehicle: 2011 Hyundai Tucson SUV 4WD |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
| Year | infotainment | ev | Electrification | Battery type | Apple CarPlay | Android Auto |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | Electrification: hev, Battery type: Lithium-Ion/Li-Ion | hev | Lithium-Ion/Li-Ion | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | Electrification: phev | phev | — | Standard | Standard |
| 2022 | — | Electrification: hev | hev | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | — | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Hyundai Tucson presents a mixed reliability picture.
2025
The 2025 Hyundai Tucson presents a below-average reliability outlook for used buyers.
2024
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson presents average reliability, but significant concerns exist regarding its advanced driver-assistance systems, specifically unintended automatic emergency braking activations.
2023
The 2023 Hyundai Tucson presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant issues with its engine and electrical systems, often appearing at low mileage.
2022
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant issues with its fuel system and engine.
2021
The 2021 Hyundai Tucson presents a mixed reliability picture.
2020
The 2020 Hyundai Tucson is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to significant engine oil consumption and potential failure concerns.
2019
The 2019 Hyundai Tucson presents below-average reliability, primarily due to significant engine failure trends.
2018
The 2018 Hyundai Tucson is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to significant engine and powertrain failures reported at low mileage.
2017
The 2017 Hyundai Tucson presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to widespread concerns with its **powertrain** and **engine**.
2016
The 2016 Hyundai Tucson is generally considered below average for reliability and should be bought carefully.
2015
The 2015 Hyundai Tucson presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant engine issues.
2014
The 2014 Hyundai Tucson presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to a significant number of critical engine failures reported by owners.
2013
The 2013 Hyundai Tucson presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant and recurring engine failures.
2012
The 2012 Hyundai Tucson presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant and recurring engine failures.
2011
The 2011 Hyundai Tucson is a below-average risk for reliability, primarily due to significant concerns with its engine and brakes.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Hyundai Tucson?
Carfocal currently has 16 published Tucson reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Hyundai Tucson presents a mixed reliability picture.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Hyundai Tucson reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Hyundai Tucson. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 hyundai tucson presents a mixed reliability picture. and the 2026 hyundai tucson's value proposition is tempered by the critical engine recall. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Hyundai Tucson?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2026.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints