Review and specifications
2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
The Tucson plug-in hybrid takes the regular hybrid a step further. It uses a 1.6-liter turbo engine, an electric drive, and a larger battery than the regular hybrid. It is rated at 33 miles of electric propulsion before transitioning to regular hybrid operation, in which it gets 35 mpg combined, according to EPA. It is quite easy to remain in electric power during urban and suburban drives. For high power demands, the gas engine kicks in. It takes about two and a half hours to charge the battery on 240-volt, and can also be done on regular 120-volt overnight. Other aspects mirror the Tucson line with a firm, steady, and comfortable ride, responsive and secure handling, and a relatively quiet cabin. The rear seat is roomy, and the cargo area is generous for the class. Controls are easy to use, but the flush push-button gear selector takes some getting used to. AEB with pedestrian detection, AEB highway, BSW, and RCTW are standard. The Tucson received a refresh for 2025 which included new exterior styling, a standard 12.3" display with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a slight horsepower increase on the hybrid models -- from 261 to 268 for the PHEV.
- Market value
- $40,325
- Fuel
- Plug-in hybrid
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Plug-in hybrids
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic, 6-speed
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2022
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $40,325 - $48,550
Ratings
- Road test score
- 91/100
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Expert recommendation
- Recommended
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 35 MPG
- EPA highway
- 35 MPG
- EPA combined
- 35 MPG
- Tested city
- 27 MPG
- Tested highway
- 34 MPG
- Tested overall
- 31 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,260
- Cruising range
- 375 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.7 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.4 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 130 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 55 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 183 in
- Width
- 73 in
- Height
- 66 in
- Wheelbase
- 109 in
- Weight
- 4,105 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
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 9/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
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: 37485 Updated: December 4, 2025
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