Review and specifications
2022 Hyundai Tucson
The redesigned fourth-generation Tucson compact SUV is much more substantial than the mediocre model it replaces. With the standard 187-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder teamed with an eight-speed automatic transmission, the Tucson has a polished operation but accelerates leisurely. The hybrid’s pairing of a 1.6-liter turbo engine and electric assist got 35 mpg overall in our tests. The ride is firm yet steady, handling is responsive and secure, and the nicely-trimmed cabin is relatively quiet. The back seat is roomy and the cargo area is generous for the class. Controls are easy to use. But higher trims replace physical volume and temperature knobs with touch-sensitive controls and a push-button gear selector. Standard active safety features include FCW, AEB with pedestrian detection, BSW, LDW, and LKA. Adaptive cruise control became standard in 2023 and remote parking is optional.
- Market value
- $19,050
- Fuel
- Conventional
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic, 8-speed
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2022
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $19,050
- Retail value range
- $16,400 - $21,925
- Original MSRP range
- $24,950 - $36,800
- Trade-in range
- $14,235 - $20,935
Ratings
- Road test score
- 85/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 57%
- Reliability
- 2/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 24 MPG
- EPA highway
- 29 MPG
- EPA combined
- 26 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,500
- Cruising range
- 370 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 130 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 182 in
- Width
- 73 in
- Height
- 66 in
- Wheelbase
- 109 in
- Weight
- 3,605 lb
- Maximum load
- 925 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 43 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 30 in
- Cargo volume
- 38.5 cu ft
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 3/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 2/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Brand context
About Hyundai
From low-cost sedans to three-row EV SUVs, Hyundai has a model for almost every kind of customer. Most new Hyundai vehicles are stylish, functional, and competitively priced, but the brand overall ranks around the middle in Consumer Reports’ Reliability and Owner Satisfaction ratings. Individual models and years vary widely, with some standouts and a few laggards. The core Hyundai lineup includes low-cost subcompacts like the Elantra, and midsized sedans like the Sonata. SUVs include the subcompact Kona and compact Tucson, plus the midsize Santa Fe and larger Palisade, both of which offer three-row seating. Many models are available as hybrids or plug-in hybrids. In our testing, most Hyundai models benefit from a hybrid drivetrain, which adds power and smoothness in addition to improving fuel economy. Hyundai’s EVs are some of the best values among electric cars. The Ioniq models are high-tech, well designed, and can charge quite rapidly at public DC fast charging stations.
Vehicle ID: 20724 First published: September 15, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.