The Hyundai Tucson today offers three main powertrain families in the United States: a 2.5-liter gasoline engine, a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine paired with a hybrid system (HEV), and a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine paired with a plug-in hybrid system (PHEV).
Outside the United States, engine availability varies by country and model year. In Europe and other regions, diesel options and additional mild-hybrid petrol variants have been offered alongside the gasoline turbo hybrids. The exact lineup depends on the market and the year.
Current engine options in the United States
Here is how the U.S. engine options break down for the latest Tucson generation. The list highlights the core configurations and typical powertrain pairings.
- 2.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission; available with front- or all-wheel drive.
- 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine paired with a hybrid system (HEV); combined output roughly 226 horsepower with a 6-speed automatic and optional AWD.
- 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine paired with a plug-in hybrid system (PHEV); combined output around 261 horsepower, with an electric-only range of roughly 28–33 miles and a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Note: Availability varies by trim and model year. The plug-in hybrid version requires charging and is not offered on every trim.
Global engine options by market
Worldwide, Hyundai has offered a broader mix of engines for the Tucson, including diesel and mild-hybrid variants. Market-specific options have evolved over time, so the precise lineup depends on the country and the year.
- Diesel engines (diesel-powered CRDi variants) offered in many European and other international markets.
- Petrol turbo engines with mild-hybrid systems (often 1.5–1.6-liter displacement) available in several regions.
- Hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants based on a turbocharged petrol engine in multiple markets, expanding the Tucson’s electrified options beyond the United States.
Global availability can shift with new model years and regional regulations. Check with a local Hyundai dealer for the exact engine lineup in your country and for the current model year.
Summary
Today’s Hyundai Tucson can be powered by three core families in the U.S.—a 2.5L gasoline engine, a 1.6L turbo Hybrid (HEV), and a 1.6L turbo Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV). Around the world, diesel and mild-hybrid petrol options round out the lineup, with exact choices tied to market and year. If you’re shopping, confirm the available engines for your region and desired trim.