Highlight: The Tuscon is Hyundai's best-selling vehicle.
Test
Vehicle’s MSRP: $37,065 (Base SE Trim MSRP): $31,350
Seating
Capacity: 5
Standard
Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a
rearview camera; a surround view monitor with forward ground view; a blind spot
collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a lane keep assist
system; a lane following assist system; a high beam assist; a forward collision
assist system; a vehicle stability system; a ti;XRTre pressure monitoring
system; a hill start assist; a hill start assist system; Bluelink; dash camera;
a temporary spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system
Standard
Equipment (XRT): 18-inch wheels; 8-speed automatic transmission;
AWD; black front and rear lower fascia;
XRT-exclusive exterior cladding; exclusive body side cladding; roof side rails;
rear tow hitch; push button ignition starter; handsfree power liftgate; dual
automatic temperature control; leather-like seating; power driver’s seat with
lumbar support; heated front seats; power driver’s seat with lumbar support; heated
exterior mirrors; rear spoiler; trailer pre-wiring; dual level cargo floor; and
leather wrapped steering wheel
Options:
carpeted floor mats; and pearl white exterior paint
Other
Trim Levels:
Standard
Audio On Test Vehicle: AM/FM/HD/SiriusXM
Android/Apple
CarPlay: Yes (test model)
Bluetooth
Connectivity: Standard
USB
Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper
Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
Powertrain
Warranty: 10 years or 100,000 miles
Standard
Engine/Horsepower (Test Vehicle): 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder /187-hp
Recommended
Fuel: Regular
Standard
Fuel Mileage: 33-city/25-hwy (test model)
Towing:
2,750 lbs (test model)
What’s
New: Its essentially a carryover model for the 2026 model year. However, a
new terrain mode has been added.
Why:
Offers a new terrain mode
Available in a front wheel drive or an AWD configuration
Like the segment leader the RAV4, a hybrid and a plug-in
model are available
A high-level of standard safety driving aids
Stylish athletic design
Heated front seats
One of the top new car warranties in the segment
car-like ride
But:
No sunroof on test model
Needs more horsepower
No wireless charging on test model
Test model too pricey
Verdict: The compact Tuscon is Hyundai's bestselling model. Like the segment competitor, the Toyota RAV4, the Tuscon is in every category. The Tuscon offers a gasoline, a hybrid and a plug-in model.
At a starting price of $31,350, the current generation Tuscon is available in a variety of trims in either a front wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration.
We spent time behind the wheel of the brand's Tuscon XRT. Its Hyundai's version of an off-road vehicle, offering the appearance package with some of its black out features as well as a new terrain mode.
Being that a newly designed Terrain is on the horizon in 2027, Hyundai didn't make any significant changes this model year. We also must note the Tuscon received a midcycle update in 2025.
Overall, the vehicle is a great alternative for the newly designed hard-to-get Toyota RAV4 due to supply constraints. Also, the compact crossover offers one of the top new car warranties in the segment.
Competition: Chevy Equinox, GMC Terrain, Toyota RAV4, and Nissan Rogue
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