2023 Hyundai Tucson Review

The small SUV segment is one of the most hotly contested automotive classes, with manufacturers battling for your attention as if you were the hottest doorbuster deal on Black Friday. Among the contestants is the 2023 Hyundai Tucson. It's bigger than Hyundai's Kona but smaller than the Santa Fe and faces off against top models such as the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5 and Nissan Rogue. Highlights include high levels of comfort, a generous warranty and undeniable value. You can also get the Tucson as a hybrid or even a plug-in hybrid to help save on gas.

Hyundai redesigned the Tucson just last year, giving it more distinctive styling, a modernized interior and more of the latest technology features. This year, Hyundai has tinkered with the availability of Tucson's features and added a new XRT trim level that has an outdoorsy look to it. The 2023 Tucson still has a few drawbacks, but overall it's a very appealing choice in the class. Check out the categories of our test team's Expert Rating below to help you decide if the Tucson is the best small SUV for you.

The 2023 Hyundai Tucson is available in seven trim levels with three engines offered. Five trim levels — SE, SEL, XRT, N Line and Limited — feature the conventional gasoline engine. The hybrid comes in three trims: Blue Hybrid, SEL Convenience Hybrid and Limited Hybrid. While the standard gasoline engine can be had with front- or all-wheel drive and uses an eight-speed automatic, the hybrid comes standard with all-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission. There's also a Tucson Plug-in Hybrid that we review separately on Edmunds. Keep reading for our breakdown of each trim level's significant standard features and options.