Hyundai · Updated June 2026
Hyundai Tucson (2026): price, specs & release date
Hyundai Tucson (2026), released 2026. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: fueleconomy.gov verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Hyundai Tucson (2026) is listed at $29450 on fueleconomy.gov as of 2026-06-27, #7 cheapest of 16 cars (median $29740); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 47/100 pay-blind standing, #6 of 16 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Roomy, practical cabin with generous passenger and cargo space; Modern, tech-forward dual-screen interior; wireless CarPlay/Android Auto standard.
- Skip if Base 2.5L gas engine is poky, underpowered and unrefined is a dealbreaker.
Is the Hyundai Tucson (2026) a good buy?
At $29450, the Hyundai Tucson (2026) is #8 cheapest of the 16 cars we track, where the median is $29720. On the spec sheet, its mpg combined of 28 is below the median of the 15, its horsepower of 187 is at the median of the 16, and its seats of 5 is at the median of the 16.
Evidence of Record
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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Two independent labs measured this product across 4 physical metrics — 0-60 mph, braking 70-0 mph, roadholding and real-world highway fuel. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Hyundai Tucson (2026)
Two whitelisted testers—Car and Driver (8/10) and MotorTrend (8.8/10)—rate the 2026 Tucson a roomy, refined, well-equipped compact SUV undercut by a poky, unrefined base gas engine. Their hard numbers are same-generation carryover (2022/2025 test cars), not fresh 2026 units, and both are transparent that the 2.5L powertrain is unchanged for 2026.
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2026-02-19–2026-03-23
Tested by Car and Driver, MotorTrend
Consistently praised
- Roomy, practical cabin with generous passenger and cargo space · 2 sources
- Modern, tech-forward dual-screen interior; wireless CarPlay/Android Auto standard · 2 sources
- Strong value for the money (MotorTrend Value 9.0/10: blend of style, technology and value)
- Quiet, refined, easygoing on-road demeanor
Commonly flagged
- Base 2.5L gas engine is poky, underpowered and unrefined · 2 sources
- Less engaging to drive than class rivals (Honda/Mazda/VW) · 2 sources
- Mediocre measured fuel economy — C/D's XRT managed 26 mpg on its 75-mph highway route
- Ride gets unsettled over rough pavement
Where reviewers disagree Little substantive disagreement: both call the gas engine poky/unrefined and the car refined and practical. The only divergence is methodological—0-60 figures come from different same-generation test cars (C/D 8.8 s on a 2022 AWD Limited; MotorTrend 9.0 s on a 2025 FWD XRT), not fresh 2026 units, and neither lab-tested a 2026 example on-record.
The sources (2)
0-60 mph (C/D track test; test car a same-generation 2022 Tucson Limited AWD, unchanged 2.5L powertrain): 8.8 sec · Braking 70-0 mph (C/D test, same-gen 2022 Limited AWD): 178 ft · Roadholding, 300-ft skidpad (C/D test, same-gen 2022 Limited AWD): 0.83 g · Real-world highway fuel economy, C/D 75-mph route (Tucson XRT): 26 mpg
Stylish from every angle, more spacious inside than most rivals, easygoing on-road demeanor.
What's most striking about the Tucson's driving demeanor is how quiet and refined it feels when cruising; it's these traits that imbue it with a sense of luxury that is rare in this class.
At our test track, our all-wheel-drive Limited test vehicle made it to 60 mph in a leisurely 8.8 seconds.
0-60 mph (MotorTrend-tested, gas 2025 XRT; powertrain carried over unchanged for 2026): 9.0 sec
Practical, tech-forward cabin
Weak, unrefined gas powertrain
Ride quality is composed for most road surfaces, but rough pavement will trigger some suspension oscillations that travel into the passenger compartment.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $29450 US MSRP base 2.5L FWD per fueleconomy.gov; full range $29,450–$40,925 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hyundai |
| Released | 2026 |
| Body style | compact SUV |
| Mpg combined | 28 |
| Horsepower | 187 |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo cuft | — |
| Powertrain | 2.5L inline-4 naturally aspirated, 8-speed automatic |
Source: fueleconomy.gov (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by consumerreports.org. EPA vehicle ID 49453 (2026 Hyundai Tucson FWD 2.5L): 28 MPG combined (25 city/33 hwy), MSRP $29,450–$39,425, 2.5L 4-cyl S8. ConsumerReports confirms 187 hp (2.5L), starting $29,450, 5 seats (2+3). Tucson Hybrid Blue (ID 49499) reaches 38 MPG at $32,450. Cargo volume not accessible from unblocked sources; null entered.
Is the Hyundai Tucson (2026) worth it vs cheaper cars?
Hyundai Tucson (2026) against its closest cheaper and pricier cars on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked
| Product | Price | Body style | Mpg combined | Horsepower | Drivetrain | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson (2026) this | $29450 | compact SUV | 28 | 187 | FWD | 5 |
| Toyota Camry (2026) | $29100 | midsize sedan | 51 | 225 | FWD | 5 |
| Nissan Rogue (2026) | $29490 | compact SUV | 32 | 201 | FWD | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Hyundai Tucson (2026)?
Two whitelisted testers—Car and Driver (8/10) and MotorTrend (8.8/10)—rate the 2026 Tucson a roomy, refined, well-equipped compact SUV undercut by a poky, unrefined base gas engine. Their hard numbers are same-generation carryover (2022/2025 test cars), not fresh 2026 units, and both are transparent that the 2.5L powertrain is unchanged for 2026. Praised: Roomy, practical cabin with generous passenger and cargo space; Modern, tech-forward dual-screen interior; wireless CarPlay/Android Auto standard; Strong value for the money (MotorTrend Value 9.0/10: blend of style, technology and value); Quiet, refined, easygoing on-road demeanor. Flagged: Base 2.5L gas engine is poky, underpowered and unrefined; Less engaging to drive than class rivals (Honda/Mazda/VW); Mediocre measured fuel economy — C/D's XRT managed 26 mpg on its 75-mph highway route; Ride gets unsettled over rough pavement. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Hyundai Tucson (2026) cost?
The Hyundai Tucson (2026) has a US price of $29450 (US MSRP base 2.5L FWD per fueleconomy.gov; full range $29,450–$40,925), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Hyundai Tucson (2026) compare on price?
At $29450, the Hyundai Tucson (2026) is #8 cheapest of the 16 cars we track, where the median is $29720.
When was the Hyundai Tucson (2026) released?
The Hyundai Tucson (2026) was released 2026.
What are the Hyundai Tucson (2026)'s key specs?
Hyundai Tucson (2026) (Hyundai): body style compact SUV, mpg combined 28, horsepower 187, drivetrain FWD, seats 5. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $29450 at fueleconomy.gov, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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