Overview & Reviews

After a redesign last year, the 2011 Hyundai Tucson adds a new, more affordable GL trim level with a smaller 2.0-liter engine. Among the other trim levels, only a few changes in available features have been made.

• Good value.
• Handsome, well-appointed cabin
• Sporty handling
• Simple controls
• Good fuel economy

• Below-average cargo space.
• Firm ride

User Reviews:

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  Great SUV - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By khym54 - November 22 - 4:28 pm

  We purchased a used 2011 Tucson GL with a 5 speed manual. Very happy. Love the small turning radius. Getting 25-29 mpg in a mix of about 75/25 city/highway driving. Happy with the gas mileage. Lots of room for what we need. Handles well. It has adequate power.

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  Great car, I would buy it again. - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By heffelz8 - September 24 - 5:47 pm

  My wife and I bought this as our very first new car together. We bought the AWD as we live in Michigan and winters can be a bit hectic sometimes. In town we average around 22 mpg. Not bad, but highway is anywhere from 26-34 mpg, depending on how heavy your foot is. When we cruise at 55-65 mph is where we really get between 32-34 mpg. Other than that, it relatively good in the snow and there is plenty of fold down cargo space. If you utilize the trunk, you may be disappointed as there is not much trunk space. Overall its a great car, 13k on it and not a problem. Ill wait till it hits 60,000 before writing another review.

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  Almost a 10 - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Car Girl - June 2 - 10:00 am

  I bought my fully-loaded Limited about 2 weeks ago and generally like it a lot. I am not happy with the gas mileage which is about 28.4 on the highway. I was hoping for at least 30+ mpg. The Aurora Blue is a beautiful color which does not show dirt as did my previous black vehicle. I have some hip and back problems, but this vehicle is very comfortable. This small SUV is large enough for my needs and it is nicely equipped. My husband and I are both tall, and theres plenty of room for us.

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  Great Value and sharp looking - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By tampa2012 - March 27 - 1:50 pm

  Traded in a ML 320 for a Tucson. Great styling and value on this vehicle. Layout of the dash is great too.

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  Economical fun - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By cocnutz - January 29 - 5:23 am

  Rides well. Not great fuel economy. Paid $50.00 less than msrp with a trade- in vehicle, also a Hyundai.

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  Great Small SUV / Crossover - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By realcsi - January 14 - 1:02 pm

  I have approx. 43,000 miles on my 2011 Hyundai Tucson Limited with auto geartronic trans. It has the 2.4 liter 4 cylinder engine. I average 22 MPG combo driving, city/highway. No engine or transmission problems. Its a great small versatile suv/crossover vehicle for those that dont constantly haul large loads, carry five passengers, or tow. The built-in navigational system/stereo is great.

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  Good mileage so far! - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Sandra - December 13 - 10:00 am

  I like my Hyundai, just got it 3 weeks ago, it looks great for me, sport style. I got 35 mpg driving in the interstate the first day I bought it. So far the best gas mileage combined city and highway is 27 mpg, not bad for a SUV. My dealership offered me the special paint that will protect the car paint for ever, "unlimited warranty", I hope it works well, and I got the undercoating option too, "unlimited warranty" as well.

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  Such a fun car to drive - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By igibbons - November 17 - 3:10 pm

  I recently traded in a 2012 Kia Sportage 6 speed manual for a 2011 Tucson that my girlfriend can drive as well. I wish I had gone with the Tucson from the get go. The steering provides relatively good feedback and it responds quickly. On twisty roads I would consider it sporty. The ride can be slightly firm but it IS an suv and that lends to the fun factor around corners. Gas mileage is low 20s but I spend most my days in city traffic and when I can let loose I push the engine. Cabin is comfortable and visibility is great when you properly adjust your mirrors. Completely happy with this new vehicle.

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  Nice SUV, but does have one or 2 things - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Skynyrdfan5 - May 31 - 11:30 am

  I bought this car August 21, 2010 and already have 400 miles on it. Its a nice car to drive, however it does have its drawbacks. There are times the car likes to brake for you (or at least apply brake pressure) (so you could be going 60 mph, and then all of a sudden going 55 mph. Not fun, but they got that development over the fact that Ford is awful (the roll over issue and tires exploding). That being said, its got a nice ride - and handles well for the most part. Stereo is nice. Although be careful if you use water to wash it. Didnt know it would leave water spots on the car. If thats the way the paint deals with water, I may be giving the car back. Water shouldnt ruin it.

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  Dont Expect too much - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By rob_from_ks - February 23 - 9:36 am

  It is a prettier and cheaper SUV than the main two alternatives we were looking at, the CRV and Rav4). However, after you drive the Tuscon a while, you begin to notice more and more reasons for the lower price tag. It starts out with just cabin noise, then you notice the very poor quality sound system. The slightest touch from another car produces a ding. Sometimes for no reason, I am unable to lock the car doors when exiting. I assume it thinks the key is still in the ignition but that is not the case (electrical?). Now I notice that the picture on the back up camera is blurry but the dealership tells me that it is operating as designed and Hyundai consumer affairs agrees.