2025 Hyundai Tucson

Price Range: $28,705 - $41,295

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The 2025 Hyundai Tucson is big on value. It comes with a lot of standard features for your money and is backed by a long warranty. A smooth ride and a roomy cargo area are other positive attributes. Sluggish acceleration is a downside, but overall the Tucson is a solid pick for a small SUV.Read full review

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Pros

Smooth ride quality
Plenty of standard tech and driver assist features for the money
Roomy interior and comfortable front seats
Generous warranty

Cons

Sluggish acceleration from the base 2.5-liter engine
Hybrid can't quite match rivals on fuel economy

What's new

The Tucson is updated for 2025
New infotainment system and revised interior controls
Styling updates, too
Part of the fourth Tucson generation introduced for 2022

Overview

Written by automotive expert Jake Sundstrom

2/20/2026

The Hyundai Tucson is one of our favorite small crossovers, with the hybrid and plug-in hybrid models placing at or near the top of their respective categories. Even the gas-only version places high in our ranking of the best compact SUVs. So what will it take for a clean sweep across all three lists? The answer might lie in the refreshed 2025 Hyundai Tucson. The 2025 Tucson is an update to the daringly styled crossover that was mostly recently redesigned for the 2022 model year. Upgrades for the 2025 Tucson include freshened styling and additional tech features — all enhancements that could add up to Tucson domination of the small SUV class. Check out our Expert Rating to learn more.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$144/mo

$199/mo

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Edmunds spotlight: The Tucson gets a big interior upgrade

Optional on SEL and Hybrid Blue trims and standard on the N Line and Limited is a new combined display that houses a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 12.3-inch touchscreen. The screen has better graphics and supports wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration for every Tucson; previously, some Tucsons had this feature while others still required you to connect your phone with a USB cord. Other changes this year include a new steering wheel, revised interior storage spaces and a new driver drowsiness monitoring system.

Competitors to consider

There is no shortage of options to consider when shopping for a small crossover SUV. The Mazda CX-50 combines a fun-to-drive nature with a classy interior, and it offers a new hybrid powertrain for 2025. We also recommend the spacious Honda CR-V and value-packed Kia Sportage. Hyundai's updated 2025 Santa Fe is another good option if you want something a little bigger. Check out our test team's Expert Rating to learn more about where the Tucson shines and where it comes up short.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Excellent

7.8

out of 10

We drove the 2025 Hyundai Tucson on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Driving experience

7.4/10

How does the Hyundai Tucson drive? The Tucson isn't an SUV for people in a hurry. The regular gas engine struggles to get the SUV moving with any authority and it takes 10.2 seconds to reach 60 mph, making it one of the slowest crossovers we've tested. It's OK around town and on the highway, but if you need a quick burst of speed, the sluggishness is apparent. But we like the Tucson's easy, direct steering and its composure around corners. The supple suspension delivers an excellent ride, easily absorbing bumps and cracks in the road. It's among the best in the class.

A large windscreen and thin roof pillars allow for great visibility. We also like the Tucson's set of driver aids. The blind-spot warning system is helpful and the adaptive cruise control works great in bottleneck traffic. The front and rear parking sensors will help keep you out of trouble when parking, but their incessant beeping can become tiring.

Comfort

7.9/10

How comfortable is the Hyundai Tucson? The Tucson approaches luxury-level quality in comfort. The front seats in our Limited trim test car were excellent, with plush, supportive cushions, good lateral support and power lumbar adjustments. The upholstery also feels more premium than you might expect. The seating position feels less like an SUV and more like a regular passenger car. You sit a little higher, but it's not a towering, commanding view. But for drivers who prefer that perspective, the seats do adjust vertically. The Tucson's reliance on touchscreen controls is disappointing, though. Everything works through a flat, featureless screen with no haptic feedback.

The large door openings make it easy to get in and out of the Tucson. Inside, there's tons of space. Headroom, legroom and shoulder room are all stellar, and there's ample room for a 6-foot-tall passenger to sit comfortably behind a 6-foot driver. The rear seats also recline. A massive amount of rear seat space also helps with bulky infant seats. LATCH anchors are hidden between cushions but are easy to find and access. There are three top tether spots on the back of the rear seats.

In-cabin tech

9.7/10

How’s the tech? The Tucson comes with many technology features that work quickly and feel modern at this price. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard and look sharp on the 12.3-inch touchscreen. If you prefer Hyundai's native system, the navigation is easy to follow, with clear directions and a vivid map that work well together. Another strong point is voice activation, which recognizes commands well and doesn't force you to follow specific prompts as strictly as some competitor systems.

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Build & Price

Buying Tips for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson for March

Let's get you prepared to buy a 2025 Hyundai Tucson with these insightful tips:

Buyers can expect to pay around 5% less than the sticker price thanks to the average market price being below the MSRP, translating into savings of approximately $1,843 across the Tucson's various trims.
The Tucson offers a $500 rebate for specific groups like military members, students, and first responders. Unfortunately, no generally available customer cash rebates are currently available for any trims.
There's ample inventory nationwide for the Tucson, which gives you good room to negotiate. With cars spending between 148 to 251 days on lots, they're selling slowly compared to the average, so you might have some extra leverage.
Leasing is an option, with payments for the SEL trim starting around $355 per month with $2,855 due at signing.
If you're looking for a used Hyundai Tucson, the lowest dealer display price is around $21,483. With a good availability of used vehicles, this means more flexibility in negotiating. Given that used cars spend about 34 days on lots, they are selling moderately fast, so be ready to act quickly.

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Storage & cargo

8.5/10

How’s storage and cargo?
You can toss plenty of stuff into the back of a Tucson. Its storage capacity of 38.7 cubic feet behind the rear seats is among the largest for small SUVs. Fold down the rear seats and you've got 74.8 cubic feet at your disposal. The low liftover and nice flat floor should make it easy to stack up boxes on moving day or presents during the holidays. The cabin offers decent-sized spaces throughout to hold your small items. The cupholders can hold larger water bottles.

Value

8.5/10

Is the Hyundai Tucson a good value? The Tucson's pricing is competitive for the class and generally lines up with what you'd pay for a Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4. But Hyundai does one-up the competition by giving you plenty of desirable features and excellent interior quality. The cabin design and materials are comfortable and interesting for the price and certainly a step above other compact crossover interiors.

Hyundai's basic warranty of five years/60,000 miles and powertrain coverage of 10 years/100,000 miles also can't be beat. Overall, the Tucson delivers excellent value at its price.

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MPG

5/10

How’s the fuel economy? In all-wheel-drive guise, which is what we tested, the Tucson gets an EPA-estimated 25 mpg combined (23 city/28 highway). This isn't bad, and our time behind the wheel returned similar numbers in mixed city and highway driving, indicating the EPA figure holds up in real-world use. But the number falls short of the AWD models of the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue. We would also hope for higher figures given the Tucson lacks much in the way of acceleration.

X factor

5/10

It's clear that Hyundai had fun building the Tucson. The expressive exterior design and lots of interesting tech features such as hidden headlights, innovative touchscreen menus and its remote-controlled parking system make that clear. Ultimately, though, these aspects come off as fancy icing on what is a pretty standard cake.

The Tucson is hamstrung by a sluggish engine that makes it feel like a chore to drive, and the transmission can be clunky unless driven for maximum efficiency. The Tucson stands out in a crowd, and there is a lot to like about its wealth of standard features. But it falls short of reaching fun-to-drive status in our book.

2025 Hyundai Tucson trim level differences

The 2025 Hyundai Tucson is a small crossover SUV. The SE, SEL, XRT and Limited trim levels come with a 187-horsepower four-cylinder engine, while the N Line, Blue Hybrid, SEL Convenience Hybrid and Limited Hybrid trims have a hybrid powertrain that pairs a turbocharged gas engine with an electric motor for a total of 231 horsepower. The standard gas engine pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive. The hybrid comes standard with a six-speed transmission and all-wheel drive. The Tucson Plug-in Hybrid is reviewed separately on Edmunds. Compare the 2025 Hyundai Tucson trim levels in-depth.

Which Tucson trim does Edmunds recommend?

We recommend the SEL with the Convenience package. This gets you a lot of great creature comforts and the brand-new, upgraded screen complete with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Hyundai Tucson Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.0

71 reviews

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4(9%)

3(11%)

2(4%)

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Owners Say

The reviews for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson show mixed feelings from owners. They praise its smooth ride, comfortable seating, advanced safety features, and tech gadgets that make driving enjoyable. However, many owners are not happy with the gas mileage, some tech issues like glitchy screens, and unexpected automatic braking, which can be concerning. Overall, while some owners are really satisfied, others are disappointed by the problems they experience.

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Amazing efficiency and comfort

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2025 Hyundai Tucson SEL Convenience Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A)

Due to age and mileage, I needed to replace my wife's Mercedes R500, which has served us very well for dog hauling, long-distance family trips, and daily use over 90K miles, as well as my S430, which has been a great mile-eater but not used enough. With the nearest MB dealer 90 miles away, and the local indie mech crazy busy, changing brands was a necessity. After searching for a …

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2025 Hyundai Tucson Features & Specs

Type:

SUV

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$28,705
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	28 MPG
Cost to Drive	$144/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	38.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Reliability

The 2025 Hyundai Tucson has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 4 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #10 out of 29 among Compact SUVs.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

4 out of 5 stars4/5Above Average

#10 out of 29 among Compact SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$390/yr

vs. $465/yr
for Average Compact SUV

Frequency

1x/yr

vs. 1x/yr
for Average Compact SUV

Severity

11.9%

vs. 11.5%
for Average Compact SUV

Recalls

4 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 25V809000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 289 (H); 0
Number of vehicles affected:: 258
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson, 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, and 2026 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not have been installed properly, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.
Defect Consequence:: Side curtain air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will reinstall the side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 289 and 029G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 22, 2025.

Recall Number:: 25V549000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 281
Manufactured from:: 2025-02-18 to 2025-08-08
Number of vehicles affected:: 29
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power and engine damage, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
Defect Consequence:: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 24, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 281.

Recall Number:: 24V877000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 273
Manufactured from:: 2024-07-22 to 2024-11-07
Number of vehicles affected:: 42465
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles. The console extension wiring assembly may be routed improperly, allowing the transmission to be shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal.
Defect Consequence:: A transmission that can shift out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Owners are advised to use the parking brake when parking the vehicle. Dealers will reroute the console extension wiring assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 273.

Recall Number:: 24V691000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 268
Number of vehicles affected:: 65
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Tucson vehicles. The glove box air bag warning label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Defect Consequence:: Without the glove box label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
Corrective Action:: Hyundai will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 4, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 268.

Warranty

5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 10 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 7 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

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Hyundai Tucson vs. Mazda CX-50

The Mazda CX-50 combines a fun-to-drive nature with a classy interior, and like the Tucson, it offers a choice of three powertrains. The standard engine does just fine, but the optional turbocharged unit is pretty quick; the CX-50 Turbo can outrun the Lexus NX luxury crossover. There's also a new CX-50 Hybrid, which borrows the tried-and-true powertrain from the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

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Hyundai Tucson vs. Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V is a long-running favorite amongst our staff members. Its standard turbocharged four-cylinder gives it serious oomph compared to non-turbocharged competitors like the Tucson, and its optional hybrid is both efficient and gutsy. It's also one of the roomiest SUVs in this class, blurring the line between compact and midsize crossovers.

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Hyundai Tucson vs. Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe is the Tucson's bigger brother, and it was fully redesigned for 2024. It sports a new Land Rover-like look and a heavily updated interior with tons of features. It also has a third row of seating that, while not ideal for adults on a road trip, can easily transport a car full of kiddos across town.

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Safety

Key safety features on the Tucson include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	4 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	4 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	15.9%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original	Good
Side Impact Test – Updated	Not Tested
Roof Strength Test	Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Not Tested

FAQ

Is the Hyundai Tucson a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 Tucson both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.8 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 Tucson gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 71 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Tucson has 38.7 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Hyundai Tucson. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Hyundai Tucson:

The Tucson is updated for 2025
New infotainment system and revised interior controls
Styling updates, too
Part of the fourth Tucson generation introduced for 2022

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Is the Hyundai Tucson reliable?

To determine whether the Hyundai Tucson is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Tucson. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Tucson's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Hyundai Tucson a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Hyundai Tucson is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 Tucson and gave it a 7.8 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 Tucson gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 71 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 Tucson is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Hyundai Tucson?

The least-expensive 2025 Hyundai Tucson is the 2025 Hyundai Tucson SE 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $28,705.

Other versions include:

SE 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $28,705
SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $30,205
SEL 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $30,565
SEL 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $32,065
SEL Convenience 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $33,015
XRT 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $33,015
Blue Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $33,465
XRT 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $34,515
SEL Convenience 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $34,515
SEL Convenience Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $36,465
N Line Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $38,215
Limited 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $38,645
Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $40,145
Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $41,295