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Hyundai is going for a completely different look for this new Tucson. Due to go on sale in spring 2027, the new model aims to be ‘the boldest SUV’ and has been designed with the concept of ‘the art of steel’.
It certainly isn’t a shrinking violet. The front and rear ends are dominated by segmented LED light bars, with two vertical lights connected by a full-width horizontal one. Clever triangular creases at each end seem to become part of the lights, and help to ‘hide’ the actual headlights. The Tucson looks faceless and robotic – you could imagine it being the protagonist (or antagonist) in a dystopian sci-fi film.
At the Paris Motor Show, the Korean brand unveiled the new N-Line version of the Tucson. This trim level doesn’t bring any mechanical changes but does bring a sportier exterior style and an exclusive interior style, and has been a popular choice on the outgoing Tucson.
2027 Hyundai Tucson interior
Inside, the Tucson seems like it’s following the template set by a lot of the Chinese cars that have broken into the UK market. While there are a few physical controls on the dash and the steering wheel, the focal point of the cabin is a vast 17-inch touchscreen.
If you don’t want to feel like you’re sitting in the front row of a cinema, there's also a slightly more modest 12.9-inch screen, which’ll be offered on lower trim levels. Both use an Android Automotive operating system that supports over-the-air software updates and has an AI-enhanced voice assistant – because it wouldn’t be 2026 without a mention of AI somewhere.
The infotainment screen is joined by a slim 9.9-inch digital driver’s display that’s designed to sit above the steering wheel. A head-up display is optional if you need all the info in all the places.
In these pictures, the interior looks premium with plush upholstery, lots of soft-touch areas and a selection of different textures and finishes. We’re not getting the tan interior option in the UK, though. Hyundai says the inspiration comes from ‘home-based, furniture-like’ comfort. Optionally, you can have a massaging driver’s seat and ‘relaxation’ front seats – perfect for if you decide to take a nap in the Morrisons car park.
You can also have a metal-coated heated windscreen, which promises full de-icing in harsh winter conditions in 15 minutes. Which you’d hope, right? Hyundai says this transparent coating, which features more than 20 layers including metal and ceramic, also keeps the cabin two degrees cooler in hot weather – reducing the power consumed by the air con.
Dimensions and boot space
| New Hyundai Tucson | Difference vs current Tucson | |
| Length | 4,560mm | +35mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720mm | +40mm |
| Height | 1,670mm | +20mm |
| Width (exc mirrors) | 1,900mm | +35mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 695 litres | +75 litres |
The new Hyundai Tucson is even more practical than its predecessor, which was already one of the most capacious midsize SUVs. There’s a class-leading boot and marginally increased passenger room to stretch out in.
Some of the little details are worth mentioning, too. The rear doors now open to 83 degrees (10 degrees more than the outgoing Tucson), making it easier to get bulky child seats in. All three rear seats fold individually, and you can slide them back and forth by 15cm. The USB-C ports provide up to 100W of power, which is almost double what an iPhone charger provides. It’s a little odd that you also get a wireless phone charging pad that only offers 15W of power.
Engines
| Hyundai Tucson engines | Petrol | Hybrid | Plug-in hybrid |
| Power | 150hp | 245hp | 292hp |
| 0-62mph time | 9.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Battery size | - | 1.49kWh | 17.1kWh |
| Towing capacity | 1,700kg | 1,910kg | 1,810kg |
The engine range is largely the same as in the current Tucson, with all versions being powered by a 1.6-litre petrol engine. Hybrid and PHEV versions add a battery and electric motor for some level of electric driving – the hybrid will drive on electric power at low speeds and support the petrol engine, while the PHEV will be able to drive on electric power for around 50 miles.
Plug-in versions of the new Tucson come with a larger battery than the current model’s 13.8kWh pack, which should increase the electric range by 5-10 miles. The self-charging hybrid, meanwhile, has a new HEV Stay Mode that allows you to keep climate control, audio and charging functions active while the engine is turned off.
There’s still a manual gearbox available on the entry-level petrol engine, and this combination should net you around 40mpg. Alternatively, there’s a seven-speed automatic. Both hybrid engines use a six-speed auto.
Prices and trim levels
We expect the new Tucson to start from around £33,000 for a manual car in a modest spec. Hybrid versions are likely to kick off from several grand more, while the PHEV is expected to cost from around £40,000.
There are a selection of new colours, including a couple of matte shades.
We know there’ll be a sporty N-Line trim available, and we’d expect the current Premium and Ultimate trim levels to be offered as well.
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