What Is the 2021 Hyundai Tucson?
The Hyundai Tucson is a five-seat compact SUV that’s offered in six trim levels: SE, Value, SEL, Sport, Limited and Ultimate. The base engine is a 161-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder; a 181-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder is optional. Both engines work with a six-speed automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available, and competitors include the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Rogue.
What’s New on the 2021 Hyundai Tucson?
There are no significant changes this year.
What Features in the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Cloth upholstery
- 60/40-split, folding and reclining backseat
- 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane-keeping assist
Available features include:
- LED headlights
- Hands-free power liftgate
- Panoramic moonroof
- Leather upholstery
- Heated front and rear seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Infinity premium stereo
- Navigation
- 360-degree camera system
- Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
Should I Buy the 2021 Hyundai Tucson?
The Tucson rides well, has easy-to-use controls and offers a lot of value for the money. Visibility and fuel economy could be better, but the Tucson still managed a strong third-place finish in a recent comparison test of seven compact SUVs.
