Trims and Powertrain

The 2026 Tucson is made in five trims: SE, SEL, SEL Premium, XRT, and Limited. Their 2.5-liter four-cylinder makes 187 horsepower and is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard across the range, while all-wheel drive (AWD) is optional. Fuel economy as estimated by the EPA is 25 mpg in the city and 33 on the highway with FWD, which changes to 24 mpg around town and 30 mpg on the open road with AWD. Cargo space starts at 38.7 cubic feet behind the second row and increases to 74.8 cubic feet behind the first row. When the 2026 Tucson is properly equipped, it can be used to tow up to 2,000 pounds.

Standard Features by Trim

The entry-level Tucson goes beyond the basics with LED headlights with automatic on/off, proximity keyless entry, four USB ports (two per row), and sound-reducing windshield glass. It also has fabric upholstery, a tilt-and-telescopic steering column, a 4.2-inch gauge cluster, a dual-stage cargo floor, push-button ignition, and 17-inch alloy wheels. Added conveniences highlight the SEL. It has heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a hands-free power liftgate, an eight-way power driver’s seat, heated power side mirrors, roof rails, second-row air-conditioning vents, rear privacy glass, and 18-inch alloy wheels.

The SEL Premium introduces upscale features, such as wireless device charging, a power sunroof, H-Tex leatherette upholstery, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a digital key, LED taillights, heated power side mirrors with integrated LED turn indicators, LED ambient interior lighting, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Carrying over many of the SEL’s features, the XRT takes on a more rugged appearance with special body cladding, a tow hitch, trim-specific front and rear fascias, and other unique exterior treatments. It gets black H-Tex seating surfaces and a black headliner as well, along with upgraded exterior lighting, heated power side mirrors with integrated LED turn indicators, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and LED ambient interior lighting. In conjunction with AWD, it will also receive the new terrain management system with a selector for driving in mud, snow, and sand.

The Limited sits at the top of the lineup, expanding on the SEL Premium’s roster of amenities with a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, heated second-row seats, a head-up display, and a memory system for the driver. The other standard equipment on this loaded trim includes an eight-way power front passenger seat, unique exterior treatments, sound-reducing side window glass, projector-style LED headlights, and 19-inch wheels.

Advanced Driver Aids and Safety Technology

Hyundai SmartSense is installed across the Tucson range. Its technologies consist of forward collision-avoidance assist (with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection), a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, lane-keeping assist, lane-following assist, adaptive cruise control, rear occupant alert, and safe exit warning. The SEL Premium and Limited add highway driving assist and an upgraded adaptive cruise system for easier long-distance driving. The Limited also gets a blind-spot view monitor, a surround-view monitor, rear parking collision-avoidance assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist, and four side parking sensors. The underlying safety equipment found on every trim includes an array of airbags, stability and traction control, and a rearview camera with dynamic guidelines.

Infotainment and Connectivity

Every Tucson has a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen featuring Bluetooth, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM satellite radio, and access to Bluelink+ connected services. Navigation is found on the SEL Premium and Limited. The lower trims have an unbranded audio system with six speakers, while the Limited gets an eight-speaker Bose upgrade.