Review and specifications
2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid
The fourth-generation Tucson is one of the better compact SUVs. The hybrid's pairing of a 1.6-liter turbo engine and electric assist makes it more responsive and quieter than the standard Tucson, and it got an impressive 35 mpg overall in our tests. With the non-hybrid 187-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder coupled to an eight-speed automatic, the Tucson accelerates leisurely. The ride is firm yet steady, handling is responsive and secure, and the nicely trimmed cabin is relatively quiet. The back seat is roomy, and the cargo area is generous for the class. Controls are easy to use. But higher trims replace physical volume and temperature knobs with touch-sensitive controls and a push-button gear selector. Standard active safety features include FCW, AEB with pedestrian detection, BSW, RCTW, LDW, and LKA. For 2025 The hybrid and PHEV received a slight horsepower increase -- from 226 to 231 for the hybrid and from 261 to 268 for the PHEV. 2025 models also feature a revised interior with a standard 12.3" display and standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Market value
- $27,700
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic, 6-speed
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2022
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $27,700
- Retail value range
- $24,525 - $35,475
- Original MSRP range
- $30,950 - $42,575
- Trade-in range
- $23,630 - $35,495
Ratings
- Road test score
- 94/100
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Expert recommendation
- Recommended
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 35 MPG
- EPA highway
- 35 MPG
- EPA combined
- 35 MPG
- Tested city
- 29 MPG
- Tested highway
- 40 MPG
- Tested overall
- 35 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,115
- Cruising range
- 480 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 183 in
- Width
- 73 in
- Height
- 66 in
- Wheelbase
- 109 in
- Weight
- 3,775 lb
- Maximum load
- 925 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 43 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 30 in
- Cargo volume
- 38.5 cu ft
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- No
Brand context
About Hyundai
<p>From low-cost sedans to three-row electric SUVs, Hyundai has a model for almost every kind of customer. Most new Hyundai vehicles are stylish, functional, and competitively priced, but the brand overall ranks around the middle in Consumer Reports’ reliability and owner satisfaction ratings. Performance for individual models and years varies widely, with some standouts and a few laggards. The core Hyundai lineup includes low-cost compact Elantra and midsized Sonata sedan. SUVs include the subcompact Kona and compact Tucson, plus the midsized Santa Fe and larger Palisade, both of which offer hybrid powertrains and three-row seating. In our testing, most Hyundai models are available with a hybrid drivetrain, which adds power and smoothness while improving fuel economy. The Ioniq electric models are high-tech, well-designed, and can charge quite rapidly at public DC fast charging stations.</p>
Vehicle ID: 37484 First published: December 4, 2025 Updated: June 4, 2026
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