What Is Confirmed About the Tucson Hyundai 2027?

When will the 2027 Hyundai Tucson be available in the U.S.?

The 2027 Hyundai Tucson is scheduled to launch in the U.S. in early 2027. Hyundai USA says both the all-new Tucson and Tucson Hybrid will arrive then, and Car and Driver describes dealership arrival as expected early in the year.

That gives shoppers a broad planning window, not a firm sale date. Hyundai has not supplied a specific month in the information available here. Cars.com likewise reports U.S. sales expected in 2027.

The distinction matters: a launch announcement establishes the intended timing, while dealer arrival can depend on the rollout schedule. Until Hyundai publishes a more precise date, early 2027 is the supported expectation.

What engines and powertrains will the 2027 Tucson offer?

The U.S. lineup is reported to include a 184-hp 1.6-liter turbo gasoline engine and a 233-hp hybrid. Hyundai Motor Company lists an eight-speed automatic for the gasoline engine and a six-speed automatic for the hybrid; Car and Driver says the hybrid pairs the same engine with two electric motors.

Both powertrains are reported with front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. That gives shoppers a choice between a conventional gas setup and a hybrid, then a separate choice about driven wheels. Hyundai has not published U.S. trim-by-trim equipment or pricing, so the availability of each combination by trim remains a detail to verify when those specifications appear.

The redesign also changes the vehicle around those powertrains. Hyundai says the fifth-generation model is about 2.3 inches longer and 1.6 inches wider than the current Tucson, at about 185 inches long with a 109.6-inch wheelbase. Those dimensions point to a larger exterior footprint; they do not, on their own, establish exact passenger or cargo measurements.

Cabin technology is another announced change. Hyundai USA describes a redesigned cabin and infotainment interface with a larger, faster touchscreen and an available AI-powered voice assistant. Car and Driver reports a 12.9-inch standard screen and an optional 17-inch display, along with a 42-cubic-foot cargo area and a new XRT Pro off-road trim. Buyers should treat those outlet-reported details as a preview until Hyundai publishes the full U.S. trim sheet.

Hyundai Motor Company also cites a wider 83-degree rear-door opening and a 3,000-pound towing capacity for the U.S. hybrid with AWD. The towing claim applies to that described configuration, not automatically to every Tucson. The practical comparison is therefore not only gas versus hybrid: drivetrain and equipment can change which capability applies.

How many miles per gallon does the 2027 Tucson Hybrid get?

Hyundai targets up to 42 mpg for the North American Tucson Hybrid with front-wheel drive and 17-inch wheels. This is a target, not a final EPA rating.

Hyundai Motor Company lists 40 mpg for a corresponding two-wheel-drive hybrid with other wheel fitment, and 38–40 mpg for all-wheel-drive configurations. Those figures show why “up to 42 mpg” should not be read as a rating for every hybrid Tucson. Wheel fitment and drivetrain matter.

Cars.com confirms that official EPA figures were still pending and notes that the outgoing Tucson Hybrid reached up to 38 mpg combined in Blue trim. That provides context for the new target, but it is not a direct like-for-like comparison across confirmed trims and final test ratings.

For a purchase comparison, wait for EPA figures tied to specific U.S. trims. The headline target is useful for setting expectations; the final label will show the official rating for the exact version on sale.

Will the 2027 Tucson be available with all-wheel drive?

Yes. Car and Driver reports that both the gas and hybrid powertrains will offer front- and all-wheel drive.

Hyundai Motor Company’s fuel-economy figures also distinguish hybrid configurations by drive type, listing 38–40 mpg for AWD versions. It separately reports a 3,000-pound towing capacity for the U.S. hybrid with AWD. Those are configuration-specific claims, so buyers should check the final trim chart rather than assume every AWD version has the same equipment or towing rating.

The redesign’s physical changes include an approximately 185-inch length and 109.6-inch wheelbase, according to Hyundai USA. Hyundai Motor Company gives metric dimensions for the long-wheelbase model of 4,700 mm long, 1,905 mm wide and 1,685 mm tall. The U.S. page describes the new cabin and screen interface, while Car and Driver reports the cargo figure and XRT Pro trim. Full U.S. specifications will clarify how those features are distributed across the lineup.