2022 Hyundai Tucson vs. Its Competition

2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid
Brian Wong Brian Wong West Coast Editor

The new Hyundai Tucson throws a 100-mph fastball into the safe, comfortably styled den of compact crossover SUVs.

It’s plotted out carefully to tackle the Toyota RAV4, which also comes in hybrid and plug-in hybrid editions—as does the Ford Escape.

The RAV4 Hybrid’s sleeker, more sensual clone is the Toyota Venza, and it’s a well-executed though somewhat pricey challenger here.

A new Nissan Rogue promises better looks and handling, too.

The Acura RDX has something to fear in the new Tucson; the RDX’s cutting-edge looks no longer look so avant-garde.

2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid2022 Hyundai Tucson
#2 in Small SUVs
Get Your Price		2021 Acura RDX2021 Acura RDX
2021 Nissan Rogue2021 Nissan Rogue
#8 in Mid-Size SUVs
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 Toyota Venza2021 Toyota Venza
2020 Ford Escape Hybrid2020 Ford Escape
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Quick Specs
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The 2022 Hyundai Tucson swings for the styling and efficiency fences–and connects.
6.7
The 2021 Acura RDX satisfies sport-sedan drivers and crossover needers alike with strong performance and scads of space.
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The 2021 Nissan Rogue nudges its way upstream with a more refined ride and more standard features but the powertrain doesn’t take any steps forward.
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The 2021 Toyota RAV4 is the meat-and-potatoes crossover for many buyers; the RAV4 Prime supplies the all-electric range.
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The 2021 Toyota Venza brings an upscale flair to the compact crossover class to go with its efficient and reasonably powerful hybrid powertrain.
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The 2020 Ford Escape takes a more refined tack, and brings its hybrid edition back into vogue.
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Gas Mileage     
24 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy25 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy25 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy40 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy23 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Regular Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Gas/Electric I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-3
EPA Class     
Small SUV 2WDSmall SUV 2WDSmall SUV 2WDSmall SUV 2WDSmall SUV 4WDSmall SUV 2WD
Style Name     
SE FWD *Ltd Avail*FWDFWD SLE FWD (SE)LE AWD (GS)S FWD
Drivetrain     
Front Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
555555
Passenger Doors     
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Body Style     
Sport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport Utility
Transmission     
Automatic w/ODAutomatic w/ODCVT w/ODAutomatic w/ODCVT w/ODAutomatic w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
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