Body Styles

The Hyundai Tucson is a compact crossover SUV with a five-door configuration and bold, angular proportions. Its dramatic side surfacing, aggressive character lines, and geometric front grille with integrated LED running lights create a visual language that sets it apart from segment norms. The sloped roofline and slightly raked rear window give it a coupe-inspired silhouette, while high beltlines and thick wheel arches reinforce its SUV posture. Despite being compact, it offers generous second-row space and a low load floor, optimizing daily utility and passenger comfort.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

“Tucson” is named after the city of Tucson, Arizona, aligning with Hyundai’s tradition of naming SUVs after well-known travel destinations (e.g., Santa Fe, Kona, Palisade). The name was chosen to evoke images of adventure, open landscapes, and American freedom, appealing especially to global customers looking for a versatile and dependable SUV.

Model Name Meaning (Languages)

“Tucson” originates from the O’odham word “Cuk Ṣon,” meaning “at the base of the black hill,” referencing a volcanic hill near the city. Phonetically, the name may appear complex (“too-sawn”) compared to its spelling, but globally it is widely accepted as an exotic-sounding and rugged moniker that lends geographic character to the model without cultural friction.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

Hyundai offers the Tucson in a wide variety of exterior colors including Serenity White Pearl, Shimmering Silver, Amazon Gray, Phantom Black, Deep Sea Blue, and Crimson Red Pearl. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants introduce exclusive hues like Titan Gray Matte and Teal. The paint choices emphasize high-contrast metallics and refined depth, with gloss and satin finishes depending on trim level.

Interior color schemes include Black, Gray, and two-tone Black and Light Beige, offered in cloth, leatherette, or leather upholstery depending on the grade. Top trims feature ambient lighting with 64 color choices, patterned inserts on the dashboard, and soft-touch materials across key contact points. Subtle accents in brushed metal or dark chrome surround the infotainment cluster and HVAC controls, reinforcing a tech-forward yet calming cabin feel.

Wheel designs range from 17-inch silver-finished 5-spokes on base trims to intricate 19-inch diamond-cut alloys on Limited and Hybrid variants. Available finishes include gloss black, machined aluminum, and dual-tone inserts, with each rim set chosen to complement the sharp character lines and pronounced wheel arches of the body.

Top Expensive Options

• Panoramic Glass Sunroof with Power Shade: $1,300
• 10.25” Digital Instrument Cluster with Navigation: $1,200
• HTRAC All-Wheel Drive with Terrain Modes: $1,500
• Surround View Monitor with Blind Spot Camera: $1,000
• Bose Premium Audio System: $1,200
• Ventilated Front and Heated Rear Seats: $1,100
• Highway Driving Assist with Lane Centering: $1,400
• Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA): $900
• LED Projector Headlights with Cornering Function: $800
• Hands-Free Smart Power Liftgate: $600

vs Competitors

The Hyundai Tucson competes in one of the most crowded SUV segments, going head-to-head with the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue, and Mazda CX-5. While the RAV4 leads in hybrid efficiency and the CX-5 offers sportier driving dynamics, the Tucson stands out with its bold design, tech-rich cabin, and wide powertrain range—including conventional, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid options. Its infotainment interface, optional digital cluster, and array of driver aids rival those found in premium crossovers, while its ride quality balances firmness and compliance better than most rivals. Though not the sportiest or most luxurious, the Tucson succeeds by being the most futuristic, practical, and design-forward option in the segment.

Fun Fact

The 2022–present Tucson was Hyundai’s first global vehicle to feature the brand’s “Parametric Dynamics” design language, including hidden LED daytime running lights embedded in the grille—a styling decision inspired by geometric fractals and used to signal Hyundai’s shift toward digital-inspired design across its lineup.