Hyundai Tucson driving in a tunnel
When comparing the Hyundai Tucson model to others in its class, the most competitive SUVs are the Toyota RAV4, Chevy Equinox, Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, and even the Kia Sportage. Price-wise, most of these vehicles sit in the mid-30s, with Tucson being one of the cheapest. However, per safety reports and general reliability ratings, the Hyundai Tucson beats nearly all of its competition, with Toyota being the closest in performance.

  • Hyundai Tucson IIHS Safety Rating: Top Safety Pick
  • Hyundai Tucson NHTSA Rating: 5-star (FWD) / 4-star (AWD)
  • Hyundai Tucson EPA Rating: 28 combined MPG (non-hybrid), 37/38 combined MPG (hybrid), 80 MPGe combined (PHEV)

Verdict: The Tucson series, hybrid or ICE, offers plenty of bang for your buck, making it a solid choice for any driver.

Learn About the Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson has seen a few redesigns in recent years, and its current generation model offers sleek body aesthetics, followed by LED front and rear lighting. This Hyundai Tucson model boasts four trims, ranging from $27,600 to $36,760, and nearly ten unique exterior colors and various interior hues to choose from based on trim.

Your powertrain and engine configurations consist of either a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission featuring SHIFTRONIC® technology OR, in hybrids, a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine and a six-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC. With the choice of FWD or AWD, you have the power to tailor your Tucson to your everyday driving needs.

Hyundai Tucson Interior 

Performance Specs - Standard Model

  • Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder
  • Horsepower: 187 horses
  • Torque: 178 pound-feet
  • Drivetrain: FWD or AWD
  • Range/MPG: Up to 25 city / 32 highway

This SUV is also available in either FWD or AWD, giving you some choice for everyday maneuvering. Hyundai's HTRAC AWD is highly rated and is a top selection for most shoppers, offering increased stability in even the most unpredictable driving conditions. Your towing capacity is also 2,000 pounds, making this subcompact five-seater rather impressive for those toting more oversized items or trailers. Of course, certain accessories will allow for trailering, but at least you know you've got the option. Overall, it's an impressive nameplate through and through.

Hyundai Tucson driving around a corner at night 

Find Your Hyundai Tucson at Colonial Hyundai

For those ready to hop into a brand-new or used Hyundai Tucson model, there is no better dealership than Colonial Hyundai. We are located in New London, CT, and can assist you in finding the perfect SUV for this year. Remember, you only know how much you love a car once you're behind the wheel, so a test drive never hurts. Let us get you a set of keys today!