The new Hyundai Tucson: bigger, more powerful, and more electric — here’s what you need to know!
Hyundai reveals the fifth generation of the Tucson. This family SUV features a completely new design, has grown slightly in size, and is equipped with advanced technologies. It also sees improvements under the hood: the hybrid version now delivers 245 horsepower, while the plug-in hybrid offers 292 horsepower, thanks to a larger battery that enables up to 81 kilometers of electric range.
The Tucson is a flagship model in Hyundai’s lineup. Since 2004, over two million units have been sold in Europe. The Korean manufacturer even claims it was the best-selling compact SUV on the Old Continent in 2025. Needless to say, this fifth generation carries significant expectations.
A more imposing Tucson
The first obvious change is the style. Hyundai emphasizes its new “Art of Steel” design language, giving the Tucson a more squared-off appearance with new H-shaped lighting elements at the front and rear. The central bar features indirect lighting.
The SUV is now 4.56 meters long, 1.90 meters wide, and 1.67 meters high—representing increases of 3.5 cm, 3.5 cm, and 2 cm respectively compared to its predecessor. Finally, the wheelbase has increased by 4 cm, reaching 2.72 meters now.
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This growth particularly benefits comfort. The trunk capacity can reach 695 liters, and Hyundai claims over a meter of legroom for rear passengers. Inside, the changes are significant as well, with a much more horizontal and streamlined dashboard. Yet Hyundai does not fully embrace the all-touchscreen trend.
In fact, physical controls remain beneath the central screen for quick access to key functions. In front of the driver, there is a small 9.9-inch digital display, which may be supplemented by a head-up display depending on the version. The central screen itself measures 12.9 or 17 inches and runs on Android Automotive.
Up to 81 km on electric power
Under the hood, the new Hyundai Tucson will be available in hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions. The HEV version now delivers 245 horsepower (an increase of 6 hp) and 380 Nm of torque. This version features a “Stay” mode that allows the air conditioning, audio system, and device charging to remain functional even when the internal combustion engine is turned off.
But it’s especially the plug-in hybrid that sees significant improvements. The PHEV combines a 1.6 turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric motor, resulting in 292 horsepower (an increase of 4 hp) and 380 Nm of torque. Its battery capacity increases to 17.1 kWh, and Hyundai claims an electric range of 81 km with 17-inch wheels. This figure still needs to be officially verified. This represents a notable improvement over the current plug-in hybrid Tucson (with a 13.8 kWh battery and an electric range of 71 km). Charging remains limited to alternating current, using a built-in charger with a capacity of 7.2 kW.
Both variants will be available with four-wheel drive. Hyundai has not yet announced the French pricing for this new generation. Another version, possibly the N line, will be unveiled on October 12 at the Paris Motor Show.
Finally, European production will continue at Hyundai’s factory in Nosovice, Czech Republic.