Used 2013 Hyundai Tucson Consumer Reviews

Good SUV

Hyundai continues to surprise. This is fine, reliable SUV. Packed with safety features and excellent build quality. Over 5 thousand miles and no problems. Gas mileage is good too. Between 25 and 30 mpg if you stay within speed limit. If Hyundai addresses road noise, ( loud on course pavement ) this vehicle will move to the top of the class.

skeptical customer..

As the professional reviews stated, the limited version engine may not be as smooth a ride.. or sound as quiet as its competition. Yet, I'm in love with my car. U can't best this price.. and they hold their value.. the look is stunning, the options are fabulous. People tell me it looks like I'm driving a Lexus.. and I definitely feel like I am! (minus the road noise, I blame it on the 18 inch tires) I have a 2001 Hyundai sonata with almost 200000 miles, I wanted to try something different and the last brand I looked at was a Hyundai, and look what I ended up with! Almost bought a subaru.. so glad I didnt! I Will update in 3 years!

Excellent Entry Level Crossover Type SUV

For the 2013 Model Year this vehicle offered an impressive package of goodies. All of which made the purchase of this vehicle very simple when it came to comparing to the other vehicles being offered in competition in its class, (IE: Honda CRV, Toyota RAV-4, Nissan Rogue, Mazda CX Series, Ford Escape, and a few others). For the sticker price of what came included this vehicle was nearly loaded with all of the features you could really hope would be included. So Huyndai did it again when it came to bang for the buck and backed by their warranty. Lets do start with some adjustments I made to my vehicle upon purchase. The first being the stock headlights. They are good, but could be better. I equipped mine with the Sylvania Silver Star Ultras, it made a 80% difference in the night driving experience; better forward vision and better side of road vision with the light spread. The vehicle is equipped with the Active Eco system which controls how the transmission shifts and the A/C System functions. Over the time I have owned this vehicle this system is best used on long road trips where you will indeed see the benefit. Having this system turned on while you are driving in town is more of an irritation than a benefit as the computer in the car is placed in "economy" mode for nearly all of your driving needs. The in-town benefit is minimal, and the fuel savings is negligible at best, and the shift points are skewed to make the engine rather gutless. The acceleration on the vehicle is smooth and fairly quick. By no means will it push you into your seat, but it does indeed get out of its tracks in a hurry. The steering is solid and the response is fairly nimble, and is by far more responsive than the Honda counterpart. The over-all feeling of this vehicle is very good.

Solid Built All Around Good Low Priced SUV

It’s tough to find negatives with this 2012 model vehicle. Purchased new 09/11, and still reliable as our Honda. Great gas mileage on open road - have seen 29mpg - but only around 21mpg city traffic driving due to low power motor w/6 speed automatic. Ours is a PZEV (partial zero emission vehicle), which sorta makes up for it’s lack of scootability. Over 45k Miles & still original tires and brakes. Quieter than our CRV Honda and smoother ride. Black paint finish still sparkles like new.

Very pleased with this vehicle

We bought our Tuscon new in August of 2013 and have 27,000 miles on it now. Have not had one problem with the vehicle. Tires still have significant tread left and haven't had to balance them yet. Gas mileage is great, 24-25 in town and 30 on the highway. The ride can be a bit stiff on rough road surfaces but I prefer a taut suspension system. I definitely recommend the 2.4 motor over the 2.0. There are 39000 miles on the vehicle now. Still on the original tires and they have quite a bit of tread left. We have made a few long distance trips with the Tuscon since owning it and while it isn't a higher end luxury SUV the ride is not hard on you. So far no regrets on buying this vehicle. The car now has 47,210 miles on the odometer. Will have to replace the tires in another 2,000 or so. Have had no problems so far, vehicle feels as tight as it did new. I have had the dealer perform all maintenance since day one but has only consisted of oil changes, tire rotation and a coolant change. Even doing the services at the dealer the cost has been very minimal. 52,000 miles on the vehicle, just replaced the tires. Have detected no unusual noises from the power train or suspension, still feels as tight as when new. Getting ready to take a 4,000 mile round trip and have no concerns about the reliability of the vehicle. At 59,000 miles we traded the vehicle in on a larger vehicle as we intend on doing more traveling. At trade in time we had just replaced the tires which was the largest expenditure we had with this vehicle. It was still solid feeling and everything functioned like it did when new.

Love the car!

We purchased our 2012 Tuscon in around November of 2011. So far, we love the car. We haven't had a single issue and its a great car to drive. Its not fast but it does fine getting in and out of traffic. In city driving we get 25mpg almost every tank, sadly though we get just slightly better (27-28) on the highway at about 70-75mph. The interior quality is good for the price point of the car, it looks good and everything fits well. no rattles or anything so far and were at about 15k miles.

Love My Tucson!!

This is my first small SUV and I love it so far. I have only had the car 3 weeks and things are going fine. The looks is great, the size is perfect for me and the prices for the GLS model was well worth it especially with all of the additional features that were not available on the Nissan Rogue (my other option). The only 2 bad things I would note for now is the accelaration is a little sluggish but nothing major. The bluetooth does connect to android phones but you cannot control things like you can with and iphone. Overall I am enjoying my new car.

2012 Tuscon FRD w/ 149,000

Only repair was a failed fuel pump. Original ceramic brake pads still have >50% life

I LOVE my Hyundai!!

Before buying my hyundai in November 2011, I tested out a few other SUVs and out of all of them I loved the Tucson! I was given a really good price and was able to do a trade-in. I love traveling, so I'm always in my car. Very cozy, and I enjoy all of the accessories inside and out. There weren't too many color choices when picking out the vehicle, but I'm not complaining. I get compliments from everyone around town. I actually feel safe when I'm driving in the car. Very good choice when changing from a sedan to SUV! Now my SUV has tinted windows, street-glow and a system, which the vehicle handles everything VERY well! I've had the Tucson for 8.5 months and have gone about 11,500 miles

Perky little SUV

Overall I am very happy with my Tuscon. I was extremely surprised by the pick up for a 4 cylinder vehicle, it moves out when you ask for it, no problems passing or maneuvering through traffic. The heated leather seats are fantastic in winter. The privacy windows make me feel secure while driving in the city. The cargo space is adequate, large enough to accommodate 2 bales of hay. The updated electronics get you out of the dark ages and it's great to be able to listen to your own playlist, no annoying ads to listen to. Good fuel economy.

Can't stick to the road

My wife bought this 2012 Hyundai Tucson AWD new. I only drive it occasionally. Although she likes it, I avoid driving it as much as possible. The gas pedal and the brakes are both touchy, so I have a problem with smooth stopping and starting. The suspension is firm but poorly tuned, so the car hops and jolts if the pavement is the least bit rough. Adding to the control problem is poor damping of the steering, so that the front wheels are kicked left and right by uneven pavement. As a result, when the pavement is the least bit rough, not only does the car hop about, it also has a directional wobble that is difficult and tiring to control. The short wheelbase and top-heavy design don't help matters. On the plus side, the car has nice styling, plus a comfortable and attractive interior. The reliability has been great -- no repairs after 55,000 miles

Good car for price!

My only issue I have had is road noise on drivers side. My wife thinks I have hearing problems until she's driving and realizes it is noisy.

Great Car with a couple of annoyances.

6 months & 4000 miles later ... All around performance is great. Gas mileage is a bit off the sticker's EPA estimate, but not by much. I wouldn't hesitate in buying another Hyundai.

Sick of visiting the mechanic!

I bought my Tucson in November 2013, a month after I had purchased it my problem started...I had not even reached my first oil change and my check engine light was on! I took it to the dealership I bought it from and they hooked it up to their fancy computer and diagnosed the check engine light had came on due to a cylinder misfire. They told me that they would have to do a computer update and that would fix the problem. Long story short I have been back to the dealership on average once a week for the same check engine light to be turned off. I have had a total of 4 computer updates, they have changed my spark plugs and coils two times and I still have the issue! It's been 9 month now!

Fun but needs more

I bought the Tuscon straight out of college, and it was the closest thing I could find to what I wanted in my budget. I would say it has a low-budget feel to the inside. If you do a lot of highway travel, it is loud. It could have used another layer of insulation on the bottom. After 70 mph there is a high squeal coming from somewhere in the window. The dealer hasn't been able to figure it out. There is also a smell of mildew in the car from the AC. Both things are apparently common, but the dealer hasn't been able to figure out. For the price point, its a great vehicle. I have moved large pieces of furniture. It's very spacious. It has some get up and go for a 4 cylinder.

Its an ok Smaller SUV Won't buy another Hyundai

I switched from my Chevy to the Tucson Because of the comfort of the ride & gas Mileage However the Noise from the road is Very Poor & gas isn't to bad. I bought a used one & have had some steering issues with clucking noises. But the dealers tell me they can't find anything I also have some vibration I thought it was the tires or rims Bought new tires & had Balanced & Alignment done & it's still there. No other front end parts are bad to cause this issues. Stereo sound is good navigation is slow but ok Bluetooth is good location of controls on steering is ok But could be rethought about Over All : it's ok But won't buy another !

Don't buy! Complete Engine failure @ 75000 miles

Aside from poor power, noisy interior it wasn't a bad car... until the engine spun a bearing at 120000 km (75000 miles). Absolute junk

Engine Failed at 101,000 miles.

We bought this car from a Hyundai dealership for my daughter with 94,000 miles on it and paid $10,000 for it. 11 months later with only 7,000 new miles, her engine completely failed on the side of the Interstate. A new engine will cost 12,000 and Hyundai won't cover any cost. This was our first time buying outside of Toyota and Honda, we will never make that mistake again.

Seized engine

I just bought a '12 Tuscon trusting that after glowing reviews. 2 days later the engine seized with no notice except dash light indicating it was running hot. After bing towed to dealership found out it needs a new engine. Carfax only indicated an open recall for oil pan. I made an appointment for that to be taken care of. Never made it there. Hyundai dealership says the car is not on recall list. My '08 Santa Fe 6 cyl. has stalled several times in the last couple years for no reason. This complaint to the company has also gotten no where. I won't buy another Hyundai after I can get rid of these. I guess I'm lucky that the dealership where I bought this car will replace the engine but I'll have to pay $2000 towards it. When test driving the Tuscon the engine sounded perfect. There was no indication of a problem. Everyone beware of these cars.

Tuscon: Overpriced Disappointment

I purchased a Tuscon because I wanted the style and improved gas mileage over my heavy Chevy. I had owned a number of Hyundai vehicles and had largely been pleased with them. Two Sante Fes and the Luxury Hyundai. This vehicle did not match up. My son said, "You don't drive this car. It drives you." Constantly have to correct steering. Can't control acceleration. Won't accerate, then takes off whining. I was happy the day I bought it and the day you sell (albeit at a loss). Miserable in between. Dealer unable to remedy any of the complaints. Sold at 12,000 miles. Whew. Will never buy another Hyundai. Got my Equinox back and love it as well at the real 32 mpg.

2012 Tucson Limited FWD

Owned for 7 months, have racked up 14000 miles. As weather conditions vary in central Midwest, it's handled well in snow. Safety features, quality all positives. Just returned from 3500 mile driving vacation, avg'd 29.7 mpg - included interestate, local hwy and city driving. We were very pleased with performance & comfort. Suspension would be a bit better (for Arizona hwy driving--roads stink) and some road noise but not so bad as to want to trade. Yes, there are blindside issues but I've gotten use to them & have adjusted. At purchase, very few colors available - mostly all dark - I couldn't get my 1st or 2nd color choice.

Just got the Tuscon LTD FWD today

Bought this earlier today to replace an 03 Camry. I tested this vs the base Santa Fe Sport. While the Sport was a smoother ride, it was slow and the standard options were underwhelming. Next, I drove the Tuscon LTD FWD. Even though the ride is stiffer, the little 2.4 ltr engine has plenty of get up and go. The standard features on the LTD are plentiful and useful. Options added, mats. cargo net, cargo tray, first aid kit, mudguards and wheel locks. I got the Garnet Red w/ Taupe leather int. It's a sharp looking car. I got an awesome deal on the car. Very awesome vehicle for the money in today's market. IMHO This is my 2nd 2013 Hyundai purchased with the last 30 days. I love Hyundai.

Engine blew up!

They have had problems with these motors, know about it, but have not taken any action. Our engine "blew-up" with less than 70,000 miles on it and if not for the extended warranty we purchased it would have cost us over $6,000 to replace the engine. Would never buy another as they have a problem, yet have not done anything to help the consumer. They have recalled and replaced some car engines as they have had trouble with these as well. Warning! Stay away from this company as they do not back-up their product.

Intake Manifold

I was fairly happy until 49k miles and 3 months after warranty. The runner control valve on intake is going out. Supposed to have 10 yr warranty on powertrain, but was told that mine isn't covered because it is standard emission control. I was not told when I bought it. Very unhappy now.

Bad Tires

I have 15k miles on my car and the tires are bald (3/32 on both front tires). The car is supposed to have a bumper to bumper warranty, but it doesnt cover tires. I went to the tire company (Kumho) they informed me these tires were not meant to last but they will allow me to buy much better tires and they will pay 50%. Hyundai says they are sorry I'm unhappy buy not their problem. I was given lemon tires and now I need to spend more money to replace them.

Truly my best car EVER!!

Bought it new end of 2012. Never bought anything but Chevrolets and Fords over 50 years. Maintenance problems with an Equinox made me try a Hyundai. It now has 120,000 miles and it is still top notch. Including oil changes, a set of tires and a new battery this car is my absolute lifetime favorite. It is fun to drive. Whips in and out of parking places nicely and it looks wonderful....still! The gas mileage is still good and everything in the car works perfectly. I am waiting until the redesigned 2022 Tucson’s come in this summer to purchase another Hyundai. I will never drive anything else. Janet, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Engine failure at 125000

Engine failed after 125000. Paid to have a replacement because it was outside hyundai warranty.....less than a year later replacement engine failed. My mechanic says he is starting to see more and more newer model tuscons with this issue. Update : they have began issuing recalls for the model newer version of this vehicle for catastrophic engine failure.

Love my Hyundai

Gas mileage could be better. Make sure you get a extended warrantee from Hyundai or a reputable company.

Please don't buy this car

I bought in2013 for my father, first 2 year no problem but after 50k mile everything start following part. Too many problems.

Transmission replacement at 12K miles

I bought this car brand new in May 2013 to replace my 2002 Toyota Sienna (which was totalled when rear-ended by another vehicle). The seats were stained within a week when my wet umbrella brushed the seat as I was putting it on the floor. Yes......simple water stains this cheap fabric. I have no small children yet my seats still look horrible. At 12,000 miles my transmission needed replacement! I have previously owned a Toyota Corolla, Celica and Sienna and the quality of the Tucson doesn't even come close. First and last Hyundai I will ever own.

Complete piece of crap car!! Never again!

Driving this boring car is almost as much fun as watching grass grow. Hopelessly underpowered, it takes forever to get up to highway speed, and merging into highway traffic is a religious experience. The ignition often doesn't want to release the key, resulting in the epic "man vs machine" battle. The bolt holding the driver's seat in place on its track has come out on its own several times, leaving the seat at the lowest position, which is lovely if you are tall or don't mind sitting on the floor. This car has a rough buckboard ride. Driving in the rain with the standard tires is rather unnerving as the car feels as though it is slipping and sliding rather than rolling smoothly forward. Long story short, this car is a complete piece of crap! You couldn't give me another Hyundai product. Second Hyundai vehicle -- second terrible vehicle! Never again! Buyer beware!!!

Tucson 2013

Tucson is a really good car to drive, very confortable and secure. Has a good gas control and powerfull motor.

Good, reasonably-priced SUV

My 2012 Tucson story

My Wife and I bought a new 2012 Hyundi Tucson on Dec 28 from San Francisco Hyundi. Less than 3 three months later the engine needed to be replaced because the engine gasket was bad and leaked coolant into the engine. The only thing everyone cared about was what Hyundi Motors Company said. The service department knew what the problem and the solution was, but they were told to wait by Hyundi Motors Company until the gasket could get tested. Hyundai motors wanted to make sure they knew what the problem was. I didn't buy this car from Hyundai so they could keep it in the shop testing it. They could have at least filled my tank when they were done fixing it.

Love It

I've owned my 2012 Tucson GLS for two months now and just love it ! It handles well..rides great..and just an all around in & out attractive vehicle. Is it the quietest..or the smoothest..or have all the bells and whistles..NO, but it didn't cost me 45,000 or more either ! The mileage is VERY close to what is stated, I'm getting 21-22 around town. I have the Iris Blue and get compliments on the car all the time. I have no complaint at all. Worth the money.

Hundai Motors Totally Unresponsive

My all wheel drive lights keeps coming on. The handbook says do not drive but take car for service. We did four times. Our local dealer will not fix it. Hundai headquarters keeps lying to us. Does not call, tells us they have written to us on Oct. 18. Letter never arrived. Now we have filed the Lemon Law. This is my second Hundai but I will never buy another one if they do not fix this. Now I do not know if my all wheel drive will protect me when winter comes again. I had been in Arizona the last winters, so don't really know if this is a serious problem or not but why would the handbook say it is a problem? Hundai will not help you! Be forewarned.

Dead at 75,000

Lost power and died on the freeway. All fluids where fine. Never thought of Hyundai’s as throw away cars.

Love my Tucson

Have owned my Tucson 11 yrs and 216,000 miles. Comfortable, roomy, no mechanical problems just good routine care.

Great vehicle.

Very good on gas. Has the ability to pick up speed quick. It maneuvers very well with ease. Very good compact SUV.

Engine failure at 112,000 kms

My engine failed at 112,000 kms. Enough said.

Great, reliable small SUV

Wife’s car

This is a very dependable car. This car runs like a top and the owner (my wife) loves it. We have a loaded limited edition with 52k on it. Fourth of July weekend the engine failed. I towed it to my friendly Hyundai dealer in Lakeland Florida. They gave my wife a loaner and told us we’ll call you after we install a new engine. Three weeks later they called and said your car is done. They installed a complete new engine at no charge, what more could I ask for? So now i have an almost new and perfect car.

My New Vehicle

The Tucson is a very stylish midsize crossover. I love the look of this vehicle, it’s still hard for me to believe it’s a Hyundai. The only downfall so far in the seating....the seat needs to be a little wider so the seatbelt won't dig into your hips.

Very reliable SUV!

175k miles without mayor repairs. Only change AC compressor at 160k.Premium fuel and Mobil synthetic oil maintenance. Slow when taking corners.Good fuel economy.Changed engine and cabin air filter every year.

Gray Horse

This car has been a SOLID PERFORMER since I purchased it in 2012. All recalls have been completed.

Big boyz chariot

After College sports, wear n tear, and neck surgery and both hips replaced, the Tuscon awd wa as a great fit. At the beach In North Carolina and Pittsburgh snow n ice storms.

Reliable vehicle

I traded a 2005 Ford Escape XLT for a 2012 Hyundai Tucson GLS in 2017. It's a nice compact suv. I've never been a leather seat kind of person, but because it has heated seats, I was willing to give it a chance to change my mind. Performance wise, it doesn't take much for it to go anywhere. It's a very reliable vehicle, but it has a few flaws. First, it lacks enough cargo space. My car has electrical issues when it comes to power windows. My biggest issue is major brake problems. I've had to have brakes replaced multiple times every 3 to 6 months. Its getting to be an expensive problem that I can't afford to keep much longer.