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Hyundai Tucson
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What's new
The 2027 Hyundai Tucson has been revealed as a compact SUV with bodywork that looks completely different from the outgoing model. The flowing, creased surfaces of the version launched for the 2022 model year have been replaced by a more squared-off profile. The most visible changes are the prominent fender flares and full-width light bars at both the front and the rear.
The shift is notable because the current Tucson was already one of the more polarizing designs in its class. That model used parametric hidden lighting and sharp, origami-like creases, while the new one moves to a different visual idea. Angular headlights and taillights push the design closer to concept-car territory than to the typical conservative family hauler.
The main exterior and cabin changes shown so far include:
- a boxier body shape in place of the outgoing model's flowing surfacing,
- prominent fender flares,
- full-width light bars front and rear,
- angular headlights and taillights,
- a cabin dominated by a large central touchscreen.
The interior changes are just as clear. A large central touchscreen dominates the dashboard, following a direction already seen among rivals from Toyota to Ford. Hyundai adds its own treatment with a rounded center console, a two-spoke steering wheel and orange accent trim intended to make the cabin feel less clinical than many screen-heavy layouts.
Specifications and technology
Powertrain details remain under wraps. Hyundai has not said what will sit under the hood of the new Tucson, so there are no confirmed figures for output, torque, acceleration or fuel economy. The only guidance is that conventional and hybrid options seem likely because they are part of the current model range.
The outgoing Tucson provides useful context, but it is not a confirmed specification for the new generation. The current lineup offers a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a 1.6-liter turbo hybrid. Both are paired with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, but Hyundai has not confirmed whether the same structure will carry over to the 2027 model.
It is also unknown whether a plug-in hybrid will return or whether another electrified option will appear. That remains one of the key unanswered questions because the current Tucson family uses more than one powertrain approach. At this stage, Hyundai has focused the reveal on exterior design and cabin layout rather than mechanical data.
The confirmed cabin information points to a layout centered around the main display. The rounded center console contrasts with the more squared-off body, while the two-spoke steering wheel gives the cockpit a different look from many conventional family SUVs. Orange trim is one of the few specific color details described for the interior.
Markets, prices and availability
An on-sale date has not been announced, and Hyundai has not released pricing or final trim details. There is no confirmed market launch window either, so the model's calendar remains open. More details are expected to be released over the coming months.
The Tucson enters a compact SUV segment described as one of the toughest battlegrounds in the industry. The vehicles named in the same driveway-shopping context are the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Ford Escape and Chevrolet Equinox. The RAV4 is due for its own redesign soon, while the CR-V was refreshed not long ago.
The competitors named in the market context are:
- Toyota RAV4,
- Honda CR-V,
- Ford Escape,
- Chevrolet Equinox.
The risk for Hyundai is that such a strong styling change can work in two directions. The current Tucson sold well but never matched the RAV4 or CR-V in volume. The more squared-off look may appeal to buyers who want something that stands out among softly curved SUVs, but it could also put off more conservative mainstream shoppers who generate the large sales numbers in this segment.
Verdict
Hyundai has made the 2027 Tucson reveal mainly about a sharp change in visual identity rather than a full technical disclosure. The key facts are the boxier body, full-width lighting, screen-led cabin and the absence of confirmed pricing, powertrain details and sales timing. If the later specifications carry the same level of separation from the outgoing model, the new Tucson will be hard to mistake for its predecessor.
Frequently asked questions
When was the Hyundai Tucson reveal?
The Hyundai Tucson reveal in the CarsUpcoming calendar took place on 19 August 2026. It was shown as the 2027 Hyundai Tucson with a substantially changed design.
When will the Hyundai Tucson go on sale in the UK?
Hyundai has not announced an on-sale date for the UK. No confirmed launch window for Europe has been given either.
How much will the Hyundai Tucson cost?
Hyundai Tucson pricing has not been announced in the UK or for any other stated market. Final trim details have not been released yet.
Should I wait for the Hyundai Tucson or buy the current model now?
Waiting gets you the new boxier body, full-width front and rear light bars, angular lighting and a cabin led by a large central touchscreen. The current Tucson is available now and may be the more practical choice if you need a car sooner, but Hyundai has not yet confirmed the new model’s engines, prices or sales timing.
What engines will the Hyundai Tucson have?
Hyundai has not confirmed the new Tucson’s powertrains, output, torque, acceleration or fuel economy. Conventional and hybrid options seem likely because they are part of the current range, but they are not confirmed for the new generation.
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