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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  A nice ride for short money - 2010 Hyundai TUCSON
  By HamMi - May 1 - 11:43 pm

  I just got my Tuscon. I traded in a 2009 Mazda6 that was just awful. The Tuscon has all the bells and whistles for $5,000.00 less than the Mazda and its a lot of fun, fuel economy is better and the quality is far better. I am a big guy 6 4" 290 lbs and I have loads of room in the Tuscon. Its got Nav, backup camera, XM radio and lots more. All the controls are simple and easy to set and understand. I would put this up against much more expensive Crossovers any day. You owe it to yourself to check it out. You wont be sorry.

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  Transmission Issues Not Worth It - 2016 Hyundai TUCSON
  By BPJ - April 19 - 11:37 pm

  We want to love this redesigned Tucson. We actually traded a 2014 model to get the upgrades included in 2016. However, after owning the car a year, we can firmly state that we would not purchase it again. After less than two months of normal driving, we began to experience the huge delay and hesitation in shifting from a stop. More than a few times, I felt that my safety was in serious danger. We took the vehicle back to the dealership multiple times to address the issue, but they did not appear to take our complaints seriously until we escalated the problem to the corporate level. At less than six months, our vehicle got an entirely new transmission replacement. It had literally been in the service department a quarter of the time that we owned it. We were very hesitant to accept the "resolution" of a new transmission, however we decided to give it a try. Another six months later, we have begun to experience the same issues again, particularly if the A/C has been turned on right after starting the vehicle. While the Aug. 2016 software update has yet to be installed, we are extremely disappointed in this vehicle. Our feeling is that there will continue to be "updates" for the life of the vehicle. We do not recommend it to anyone, because the time and energy spent trying to fix these MAJOR safety issues is not worth it. We firmly believe that someone will end up getting critically injured in one of these vehicles, resulting in a class action lawsuit.

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  No Problems at all - 2005 Hyundai TUCSON
  By RPD - April 17 - 11:53 pm

  Have been completely satisfied. No repairs needed, only routine maintenance. Love the roomy interior and the standard features

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  No acceleration! - 2016 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Lori Anthony - April 15 - 8:39 pm

  The car does not accelerate when you press on the gas. There is a tremendous lag time, which has resulted in serious safety concerns for me and my family. Im told its due to its "dual clutch" (which recently had a recall...the fix did nothing). Regardless of the reason, its not safe and I do not want it. Hoping to trade it in tomorrow.

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  60,000 miles and now my engine just shuts off - 2005 Hyundai TUCSON
  By jmartin99 - April 7 - 3:42 pm

  I love my Tucson, and I have not had any issues until I brought it in back in August for its 60,000 mile warranty check up, and Now randomly my engine just shuts off while driving, this is scary. I have read up on many forrums that this is a problem that occurs in the 2005 Tucson. Shouldnt there be a recall???? This is dangerous!

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  Very Disappointing! Does not accelerate - 2006 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Jason - April 7 - 6:20 am

  The 2006 Tucson is a very nice looking vehicle, however, there is little power. This vehicle does not accelerate. My wifes Toyota Rav 4 has much more get-up-an go then the Tucson, and is much more quiet. The motor of the Tucson is very loud. If I had a chance to do it again, I wouldnt buy a Tucson.

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  Cant Believe I Bought a Hyundai - 2005 Hyundai TUCSON
  By FirstHyundai - March 29 - 5:06 pm

  Took delivery July 1 and already have 7500 miles. Was a little nervous about buying a Hyundai and for several weeks I was too embarrassed to admit I owned one. Then I realized. This is a great vehicle! Gas mileage is averaging 18- 20 and I do a lot of highway stop and go. Car is tight, no rattles. Engine has good pickup with a nice roar. 6 Disc CD doesnt put out enough volume but will have the dealer check it when I go in. Some luxury touches are missing like auto up and down windows, auto open sunroof, auto dimming rear view mirror, but hell its a Hyundai not a Lexus. Car does have a huge blind spot so you cant just rely on mirrors. All in all a great vehicle and I do highly recommend it.

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  Great Drive - Best Quality and Pricing - 2005 Hyundai TUCSON
  By dolomite - March 24 - 12:36 am

  A very good vehicle. As compared to other SUV/Crossover type vehicles (RAV4, CRV), this one definately outperforms over them all. Hyundai is slowly, but surely and definately improving their image and quality of thier vehicles - and the Tuscon is proof of it.

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  Love it! - 2010 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Tracy - March 21 - 5:16 am

  Coming from a BMW, Im pleasantly surprised with Hyundai. They did a great job with the Tucson. Does it look like a luxury car, yes. Does it ride like a luxury car, unfortunately no. I notice the difference, but its not enough to make me run out and buy a 45/50k BMW again. My first tank averaged approx 26/27 MPG and the second tank averaged approx 23/24 MPG. I drive 30 miles into the city for work daily (stop/go rush hour traffic - Chicago) and love only filling up ONCE a week instead of twice a week...oh, and Im saving sooo much money since I no longer have to pay for premium!! Im also surprised on the acceleration. For a 4cyl, it takes off. Friend drove it and thought it was a 6cyl.

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  Nice Ride, Poor Mileage - 2006 Hyundai TUCSON
  By Prttyinuniform - March 19 - 12:16 am

  I love the Tuscon. Its versatile, it fits all of my needs for around town and trips. Plenty of room to add on: roof rack, trailer hitch, etc. My only complaint is that not once have we gotten the advertised mileage. We mostly use it in the city, but our mileage hasnt been above 15 mpg, far enough below the advertised 19mpg that we were promised. All in all, not a bad car for your buck. Far more features for less than the competetors price.