Summary
With its innovative design, the 2023 Hyundai Tucson distinguishes itself from its more sober-looking small SUV rivals.
This does not imply that the Tucson forgoes cost or usefulness. It has both. With the Tucson, Hyundai has adopted a broad strategy, providing a broad range of trims and powertrains, including a hybrid and plug-in hybrid, which we assess separately, making it appealing to a wide range of consumers.
The hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions have a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine supported by an electric motor, which gives them more power than the base 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The Tucson has an advantage over competitors like the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Volkswagen Tiguan thanks to its well-equipped entry-level versions and higher-end options that go beyond mainstream to premium.
The Tucson only receives minor packaging modifications for 2023 after undergoing a comprehensive makeover for the 2022 model year.
The items of the Premium package were made available to other trim levels as standard equipment once it was removed from the SEL model.
For instance, the N-Line trim now comes with a panoramic sunroof as standard, while all XRT levels and upwards get a bigger 10.3-inch touchscreen screen.
All Tucson trim levels now come equipped with adaptive cruise control, pedestrian recognition, and a speed limit assist capability. On the exterior color scheme of the Tucson, Serenity White Pearl takes the place of Quartz White.
Cost and Choosing Which to Purchase
Depending on the model and extras, the 2023 Hyundai Tucson might cost anywhere from $28,235 to $37,495.
| SE | $28,235 |
| SEL | $29,835 |
| SEL Convenience | $31,595 |
| XRT | $35,060 |
| N-line | $35,110 |
| limited | $37,495 |
Because it provides an excellent mix between features and pricing, we recommend the SEL Convenience trim.
Among other amenities, it has a sunroof, adaptive cruise control, heated front seats, blind-spot monitoring, and a 10.3-inch digital gauge display as standard. Customers expecting a high-performance turbocharged four-cylinder will be disappointed to hear that choosing any of these amounts to nothing more than a cosmetic package, even if a sporty N Line variant and a tough XRT model are both offered for the first time.
motor, gearbox, horsepower, and, top speed
Standard equipment includes a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
Lead-footed drivers will want more power, but the Tucson has enough vigor for both city driving and interstate overtaking maneuvers.
Our all-wheel-drive Limited test car reached 60 mph in 8.8 seconds at our test track. Although the more potent hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants feel faster, no one can match the acceleration of the Toyota RAV4 Prime.
Despite not being a sports vehicle, the Tucson has a comfortable ride, solid handling, and rather snappy steering.
The Tucson’s driving style is particularly impressive because of how peaceful and elegant it feels when moving; these characteristics give the SUV a sense of elegance that is uncommon in its class.
Fuel Economy
According to EPA estimations, the 2022 Tucson with front-wheel drive should get up to 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the interstate. We will update this piece with test findings after we test the nonhybrid Tucson on our 75 mph highway fuel-economy route. Visit the EPA website to learn more about the Tucson’s fuel efficiency.
Cargo, Comfort, inside and Interior
The Tucson has a straightforward yet contemporary dashboard with a touch-sensitive infotainment and climate control panel, a push-button shifter, and a digital gauge display.
With a carefully planned inside full of premium materials and opulent amenities, Hyundai’s new Tucson follows in the footsteps of its flagship Palisade SUV and the brand’s newly updated Sonata and Elantra sedans, which have acted as a sort of watershed moment for the company’s interior designs.
More passenger comfort and functionality are offered by the Tucson’s increased cargo room and rear seat capacity compared to the outgoing generation.
We were able to place nine carry-on bags behind the rear row of the hybrid, and with the seatbacks folded, the baggage capacity increased to 22 bags.
A bigger 10.3-inch screen with integrated navigation is an available feature, as other extras like SiriusXM satellite radio and an enhanced Bose sound system. The dashboard comes equipped with a standard 8.8-inch touchscreen that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Hyundai’s digital key smartphone app, which offers remote start and lock and unlock capabilities, is one of its other high-tech options.
2023 Hyundai Tucson Safety
Many of the numerous driver-assistance systems that will be offered will be standard. Visit the websites of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to learn more about the Tucson’s crash test results. Important safety elements consist of:
Typical automatic emergency braking that detects pedestrians
Lane-keeping assistance and standard lane-departure warning
Lane-centering assistance and adaptive cruise control are available.
