2026 Hyundai Tucson Model Comparison

Hyundai has refreshed its popular medium-sized SUV the Tucson for 2026. The Tucson makes a great practical and spacious family car and is also a good option for towing small to medium caravans/trailers with features like Trailer Stability Assist.

All models share the Tucson's bold design, spacious interior, and excellent safety features. Engine options include a 1.6-litre turbo 150PS petrol (available with 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT) and a more efficient 239PS self-charging hybrid (6-speed automatic). The engine line-up is also joined by a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

The following is breakdown of the model range starting with the entry-level trim-level:

Tucson Element (Entry-Level Model)

The Element model offers generous standard levels of equipment for car buyers seeking value without missing out on the essentials.

Exterior Features

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Black roof rails and wheel arches
• Body-coloured door mirrors with indicators and heated/power-folding function
• LED headlights and daytime running lights
• Automatic headlights and rain-sensing wipers
• *Note: Rear privacy glass is NOT included as standard, you’ll need to skip this trim-level if it’s a must have.

Interior Features

The cabin is spacious and practical, it includes cloth upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats and dual-zone climate control for comfort.

• Driver Display: 4.3-inch TFT LCD supervision cluster (if you want the larger 12.3-inch driver display as standard skip this trim-level).
• Infotainment/Touchscreen: 12.3-inch touchscreen with integrated satellite navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto provides easy smartphone mirroring/integration, Bluetooth with voice recognition, wireless phone charging pad, and USB-C ports (2 front, 2 rear). Over-the-air (OTA) software updates are supported.

Driver Assistance & Safety Tech/Features

Hyundai’s advanced driver assistance tech ‘SmartSense’ is standard, it includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (with car/pedestrian/cycle detection), Lane Keep Assist, Lane Follow Assist, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, cruise control (Smart Adaptive with Stop & Go on automatic/hybrid models), front/rear parking sensors, rear-view camera with guidance, eCall. Also included are Hill-start and downhill brake control, plus Trailer Stability Assist.

Engine Options

• 1.6T 150PS petrol (manual or DCT) - Fuel economy up to 40mpg (combined), CO2 emissions (combined) as low as 161g/km, its punchy enough with 0-60mph in around 9.3 seconds
• 239PS Self Charging Hybrid - Fuel economy up to 50mpg (combined), CO2 emissions (combined) as low as 126g/km.
• 252PS PHEV (plug-in hybrid) – Full electric range up to 43 miles, fuel economy up to 282 miles (weighted combined)

Optional Extras

Some additional metallic/pearlescent paint colours are available at an extra charge

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Tucson Black Line

The Black Line builds on the Element with a dark-themed interior, additional comfort and some upgraded tech.

Exterior Features

• Larger 19-inch alloy wheels with satin grey
• Satin grey Hyundai logo in grille, black door mirrors and black window surrounds
• LED rear combination lights
• Rear privacy glass is added over the Element model
• Black wheel arches and roof rails

Interior Features

Inside you get upgraded cloth and leather upholstery, metal door foot plates, and 64-colour ambient lighting. Heated front seats and heated steering wheel are added over the Element model for additional comfort on those cold winter mornings.

• Driver Display: Upgraded larger 12.3-inch TFT LCD digital cluster.
• Infotainment/Touchscreen: Same large 12.3-inch touchscreen with integrated sat nav wireless smartphone connectivity for Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, wireless phone charging.

Driver Assistance & Safety Tech/Features

Over the standard Smartsense suite of driver assistance features you get Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Junction Turning and Highway Drive Assist (on DCT/hybrid models) which is an advanced driver-assistance system that can automate steering, braking, and acceleration on designated motorways.

Engine Options

Identical to Element model with very minor hits in some cases on economy figures.

Optional Extras

Special paint colours (metallic/pearlescent) available at extra cost (may require factory order).

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Tucson N-Line Edition (Sporty Trim-Level)

The N-Line Edition offers dynamic styling, a premium sound system, and more tech.

Exterior Features

• 19-inch alloy wheels
• N-Line styling package with body-coloured wheel arches
• Matrix LED headlamps
• Sportier detailing building on Black Line elements

Interior Features

Additions/changes to previous trim-level include Microsuede and leather upholstery, N-Line interior design package (including sports steering wheel and metal pedals), three-zone climate control and remote rear seat folding.

• Driver Display: 12.3-inch TFT LCD.
• Infotainment/Touchscreen: 12.3-inch system with integrated sat nav, KRELL Premium Audio (8 speakers + subwoofer). Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, wireless phone charging.

Driver Assistance & Safety Tech/Features

Full suite including semi-autonomous tech Highway Drive Assist.

Additions include a Head-Up Display, smart power tailgate, and enhanced features like Blind Spot View Monitor.

Engine Options

You get the same petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid options.

Optional Extras

Panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, and premium paint colours.

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Tucson N Line S

This model adds some additional comfort and features over the N Line Edition model with a panoramic sunroof, electrically adjustable/ventilated/heated front seats and heated rear seats notable additions included as standard.

Ultimate

Similar spec to the N Line S, while the N Line models offer a sportier aesthetic the Ultimate goes for a more traditional urban SUV aesthetic with additional luxury like full leather interior.

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