From Autoweek · Jim Motavalli · · 1m 30s
Hyundai Tucson 2027 Debut
Hyundai reveals 2027 Tucson SUV with off-road upgrades and hybrid tech.
In brief
Hyundai reveals 2027 Tucson SUV with off-road upgrades and hybrid tech. Hyundai launches 2027 Tucson SUV with off-road capabilities, hybrid powertrain, and AI features for 2026-2030. Originally reported by Autoweek.
Global Debut
Hyundai staged the 2027 Tucson compact crossover SUV's global debut at a World Premiere event in Long Island City, New York, October 1.
Sales Impact
The Tucson is Hyundai's volume car in the US with 234,230 sales in 2025 and over 11 million cumulative global sales since 2004.
Design Language
The 2027 Tucson uses 'Art of Steel' design with sharp angles and off-road cues, including fender bulges suggesting a 1941 Chrysler.
Aerodynamic Improvements
The 2027 Tucson improves aerodynamics from a 0.33 coefficient of drag to 0.30 with active air flaps and aero-optimized wheels.
Size and Cargo
The 2027 Tucson is 2.4 inches longer, 1.6 inches wider, and has 1.2 inches more wheelbase with 42 cubic feet of cargo space.
Hybrid Powertrain
The 2027 Tucson offers a 233-horsepower hybrid with two electric motors, up to 42 mpg, and zero to 60 in 8.5 seconds.
Off-Road Variants
The XRT variant features carbon-inspired design, skid plates, and 1.2 inches of added ground clearance for off-road capability.
AI Features
The Pleos Connect system with over-the-air updates and Gleo AI can handle natural language requests like finding pizza with pineapple.
Future Plans
Hyundai plans to have 10 hybrid variants by 2030, with hybrids making up half of sales in the region by that year.
At a glance
Hyundai launches 2027 Tucson SUV with off-road capabilities, hybrid powertrain, and AI features for 2026-2030.
