New Hyundai Tucson Review

The standard engine enhances fuel efficiency while simultaneously increasing both horsepower and torque. Quick steering and efficient suspension provide a stable, well-modulated experience for both city and highway driving. Standard front-wheel drive and a clever 8-speed automatic transmission help ensure fuel efficiency.

The highly ranked Tucson Hybrid offers terrific gas mileage, but it doesn't skip on capability. With its electric motors assisting the gas engine, it generates an estimated 231 horsepower, That's an increase over the model's previous combined rate of 227 horsepower.

Hybrids produce instantaneous torque which is rated at 258 lb-ft combined. The hybrid powertrain ensures that long distance travel is simple. In fact, with both the Hyundai hybrid and plug-in hybrid, you never have to worry about electric SUV driving range limits.

Even more advanced, 2026 Tucson PHEVs have a more powerful battery pack and a better electric motor than before. These plug-in hybrids provide an electric driving range to cover your commute, and output has increased from a combined rate of 261 to 268 horsepower.

When engineers designed this new generation of Tucson SUV models, they made the body wider and longer. They even disguised its curb size with design elements that create the illusion of a coupe-like roofline. Inside the new Hyundai Tucson excellent cargo room for a compact SUV.

Hybrid Tucson SUVs maintain the same excellent 38 cubes of cargo space. That’s surprising since the hybrid and electric vehicle marketplace often don’t prioritize utility in this way.

Equipped with a unique electric handling feature, the hybrid vehicle with all-wheel drive utilizes torque control to enhance its ability to navigate corners. The electric motor gradually boosts braking power to the appropriate wheels, whether at the front or back, during cornering.

Both HEV and PHEV models pick up new handling tools for 2026. This includes e-motion for better cornering, a baby mode for a slower take-off when it's needed, a green mode for the best electric use, and driver modes for regenerative braking.

The roomy seating and premium cabin have helped it take on rivals like the Honda CR-V. The interior features high-quality materials, with smooth surfaces and a sleek dashboard design. The doors and dashboard seamlessly blend together when closed, creating a sense of unity.

This clever design choice not only enhances the perception of spaciousness in the cabin but also contributes to the overall luxurious feel. Good sound insulation and an acoustic windshield help it achieve luxury-car quiet. Special space-saving measures include the new gear selector and push button start.

The new Tucson offers special cooling features that seem designed for the Arizona desert. Phoenix drivers will certainly appreciate the innovative multi-air ventilation system. When you start, the automatic climate controls provide a blast of cold air, but you can alter that blast with by pushing the diffuse button. This distributes air in a broader manner.

Given that the initial cost of the Hyundai Tucson is relatively low, this provides potential buyers with more flexibility to upgrade to higher trim levels and enjoy desired features that would otherwise be unattainable. With the Tucson Limited, this includes gorgeous leather upholstery and a panoramic sunroof. Drivers and front seat passengers can keep their cool with power-adjustable, power-ventilated chairs.

Easy-to-use dash tech includes a 12.3-inch touch screen with analog controls or the more advanced combination with digitized gauges and a heads-up display. The new instrument panel is a 12.3-inch screen and fits into the curved display that stretches behind the steering wheel and encompasses the infotainment display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allow you to fully utilize your favorite smartphone apps.

The increased size of the touch screen minimizes the requirement for physical buttons. However, Hyundai makes sure you have easy-to-use knobs and buttons for the most frequently used audio and HVAC functions.

Your Hyundai Blue Link application serves as both a remote ignition and a means to cool down the interior of the vehicle before you begin driving. Additionally, it enables you to activate the ventilated seats before you even enter the car.

For more information about trim levels, you may also want to check out the extended 2026 Tucson review.

The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has an outstanding list of standard safety features, including advanced warning for potential collisions, pedestrian recognition, and an accompanying automatic braking system. Watching for trouble, the Tucson has a blind spot monitor and a rear cross traffic alert. These systems have active assistance, an important bonus not often found on rivals.

From automatic high beams to adaptive cruise, Hyundai helps take the stress off the driver. The available Driving Assist is another step toward a more automated experience.

Remote Parking Assist is a remarkable automated feature. With the help of the keyfob, you can command the vehicle to park in a particular spot while standing beside it.

Curious about how these driver assist technologies work? Visit our Phoenix AZ Hyundai dealership and ask for a demonstration! New Hyundai Tucson loans and leases are available with our convenient financing.

Hyundai's innovative dash tech includes exclusive tools for parents. Nature soundscapes are soothing which can aid in lulling children to sleep. Furthermore, the quiet mode directs the audio towards the driver, allowing parents to enjoy listening to news, navigation instructions and music while the children in the rear seats either sleep or use their own smart devices.

Adding more measures aimed at keeping kids safe, special attention has been paid to the second row with more airbags, seatbelt pretensioners for the 2nd row, and a 2nd-row seatbelt alert to ensure that kids comply. Parents should feel assured that the SUV earned 2025 Top Safety Pick in a year where requirements have been stiffened.

When parents get out of the SUV, the likelihood of unintentionally leaving someone behind is reduced. The rear seat alert notifies caregivers to inspect the back row before moving away from the vehicle. In an effort to prevent children from walking in front of a car, Hyundai offers a Safe Exit Warning function that responds to approaching traffic on the sides of the car once it is parked.

Now that you know more about this year's exciting updates, check out our inventory. Better yet, schedule a test drive of the new Tucson in standard, HEV or PHEV editions.