Overview & Reviews

A compact crossover SUV, the Hyundai Tucson is aimed at buyers seeking the tall ride height and cargo convenience of a utility vehicle in a small, affordable package. Introduced for the 2005 model year, the Tucson has always offered a generous list of standard equipment and a lengthy warranty.

Although early versions of this Hyundai crossover have a decidedly budget feel, 2010 and later Tucsons have distinctive exterior styling and a slick interior to match. Acceleration and handling are also much better on the newer models, and fuel economy is significantly improved. Recent Tucson models are worth consideration if you're shopping for a used small crossover.

User Reviews:

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  Same problems as everyone else - 2016 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Brian M - September 18 - 6:54 pm

  Nothing else matters here, except the transmission issues. If you live anywhere where you might actually have to pull out quickly at any point, dont go near this vehicle. We had the 8/11/2016 "new" update done at the dealership, and we were holding out hope that would take care of our issues. Well, my wife just called me this morning - stepped on the gas to make a left turn, and the car just herked and jerked and just wouldnt get going. And today isnt one of the 95 degree days with the A/C cranking and you step on the gas and nothing happens for 1-2 seconds. 55 degrees this morning. You could give me this car for free today and I wouldnt take it. Starting down the road of heading to the dealership again

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  Love my Tucson - 2010 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Patt Trimarco - September 9 - 3:16 pm

  Had my last Hyundai Tucson five years with no problems and was waiting for a style change. Wow! Bought the 2010 the minute I saw it and it didnt disappoint. Driving is easy, ride is comfortable, voice controls perfect, mileage is as projected. People stop me and ask about the car. Hyundai hit a home run with this vehicle. Congratulations to the design team and engineers who delivered a luxury automobile at an affordable price.

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  Pauls Tucson - 2005 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Paulrichard - September 8 - 10:56 pm

  I am very pleased with how the vehicle was thought out. Ergonomically well done. It drives like a car.

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  Love it - 2007 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Giffords - September 5 - 7:30 pm

  My husband got me a great Christmas gift..my Hyundia Tucson,,,,, I love the pick up it has.....very roomy for my husbands long legs, and lot of head room. It is very comfortable to drive and I like that I sit up high. I have the dark red and the color is great.

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  The Tucson is #1! - 2006 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Stephanie - September 4 - 3:10 pm

  I had a full size van for the last 11 years. I was unable to decide on the type of car I wanted to replace it. After seeing and driving the Tucson, my mind was made up! It is so easy to get in and out of. I have back and leg problems, and this vehicle had everything I was looking for. Style, comfort and ease. I love this vehicle and recommend it to all!!!!

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  Love this SUV!!!!!! - 2011 Hyundai TUCSON
  By steflova - August 25 - 4:27 am

  With a baby on the way I had to finally step up to the plate and buy an SUV. My funds are limited but I wanted something fun. I was at the local Hyundai dealer and saw a used 2011 Tucson. To my surprise it was a 5 speed MANUAL. Just to see I took it for a test drive. I was impressed! It was actually quite fun to drive! I ended up buying it on the spot. Mind you I have a Sentra SE-R and a Miata so Im a performance enthusiast. The looks and feel of the Tucson is great. Driving "normal" to work I average about 30 mpg. Not bad at all. (Side note: I removed the Hyundai and Tucson badges and purchased some ix35 badges from Korea and now I get LOTS of questions about the car!)

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  Great Little SUV - 2006 Hyundai TUCSON
  By stephen - August 22 - 9:16 am

  This is a great budget line SUV that is well designed and tastefully appointed. My other car is a BMW and while this is not an X3 it is a really nice vehicle for the price. Traction control, side impact and head curtain airbags, tiptronic transmission, seats that fold flat,great towing capacity.... The list goes on and on. I only wish the gas mileage were better. I consistently average 21mpg in a 70/30 mix of highway / city driving, and I avoid rapid accelleration.

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  Ho Hum Hyundai - 2005 Hyundai TUCSON
  By CB500Rider - August 13 - 9:56 am

  My wifes 2000 Accent got wrecked. It was a good car and shed been asking for an SUV. Because of the reliabilty, service, functionality and fuel economy we had with the Accent we bought a Tucson. We went with the 4cyl because of fuel economy. Hyundai says this engine gets 27mph on the highway. Dont believe it. In a 5000 mile round trip from Florida to California we averaged 20mph at 70mph using the cruise control. My pick-up gets bet mileage that that. The service department overfilled the oil as if it were the 2.7 V6 and then scarred up the dash when the CD player had to be replaced. They also broke off the rear window whiper. Its mount is made of cheap pig- metal.

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  SE 4DR (2.0 4cyl Automatic) - 2016 Hyundai TUCSON
  By chet - August 11 - 3:10 pm

  Fuel Economy - EPA rating and actual ratings are correct. I received 23.5mph city, a little less in sport and regular modes. Performance - Acceleration, Braking, Road Holding, Shifting, Steering I tested all modes of performance and found none lacking in performance. Some people complain about power but I found that using the proper mode for what you want the car to do resolves all issues. Comfort - Front and Rear Seats - At first I though the seats were a little uncomfortable but they are ok once you get used to them after all you used to your old cars seats. Getting In and out - I had no problems and did not have to use the handles at the top of the door. Comfort getting in and out all depends on your size on any car. That said my friends range in height from 56" to over 6 and they all had no problems. Noise, Vibration, ride and comfort - The car is great I tested it over rail road tracks, uneven surfaces, pot holes. All bumps were absorbed very well. Noise was minimal compared to other more expensive SUVs. Interior - Here is where personal choice comes in. Cargo/Storage- Lets face it this is not a full size SUV but for the size it is great. I put a medium size dog kennel in it and still was able to put up one of the rear car seats. That left 1 passenger in the rear and a lot of space behind the kennel. Instrumentation - Once you get used to the different control modes it is fantastic. Interior Design - No complaints everything is easy to reach. It would be nicer if the center console was just a little bigger but I am being picky. Logic of Controls - Everything is easy to get to. If I had a suggestion it would be to move the transmission mode switch to the dash board, if it were possible to put it on the steering wheel that would make it amazing. Quality of materials - Some reviews said it had a lot of hard plastic and that is true but for me the car was fine. Safety - As far as I know everything is great. Technology - Fantastic but it depends on what you want. For me having the radio, blue tooth phone, cruise on the steering wheel is great. The blue tooth phone mode sounds great on both ends. The regular display size is also good. The sound system is good for most people again a mater of taste. USB ports are in a perfect place. Climate control on SE in manual and works as designed. Reliability - It is really to early for me to tell. But based on all the reviews the 2.0 with the regular automatic transmission is much better than the 1.6 dual clutch automatic transmission. Dealer ship support - My dealer is wonderful but again this depends on who you get the car from. One of the dealers 20 miles away I would never go to. Value - Fuel economy is great compared to full size SUV and other models of this size. Maintenance Cost - To early to tell, depends on were you get your car serviced. I tend to things myself or use a local mechanic I know. Some things like rotating tires and break checks can be obtained free by having a credit card at places like Firestone. Purchase price - Excellent when compared to other companies with the same options. Knowing how to negotiate very well can save you thousands. Warranty - Best warranty I found. I also purchased the Portfolio warranty that turned it into a 10 year/100,000 warranty for almost everything but wear and tear items because I will be having the car for at least that long (my last car had 174,000 on it and was 16 years old, (they do not make them like that anymore).

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  First SUV - 2005 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Linda Green - August 3 - 8:06 pm

  Saw the Tucson at an auto show. We had just purchased a new Elantra for my husband and were picking it up when I sat in the Tucson to see how it felt. Really liked it. I traded in my 2003 Sonata GLS that was wonderful for the Tucson that I fell in love with. It handles well and is a pleasure to drive. Roominess is great. Im 6 and my husband is 63".