2026 Hyundai Tucson Depreciation
A current-model-year 2026 Hyundai Tucson has lost about 12.3% of its roughly $30,950 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $30,085, with most listings between $28,493 and $43,595. Listed examples average 941 miles.

How Mileage Affects 2026 Hyundai Tucson Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
What's a Good Price for a 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
Great deal
Under $28,990
Typical
$28,990–$43,079
Overpriced
Above $43,079
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 151 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $28,990 and $43,079, with a median of $32,125.
Ownership & Condition
Across 151 2026 Hyundai Tucson listings.
Accident-free
36.4%
One-owner
72.7%
Avg owners
0.7
Personal use
0%
2026 Hyundai Tucson Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
30 MPG
City / Hwy
28 / 33
Fuel / year
$2,100
Fuel
Regular
Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2026 Hyundai Tucson trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEL Plus | Gasoline | $31,300 | $31,356 | 9.8% | 15 |
| Limited | Gasoline | $40,925 | $39,401 | 10.6% | 15 |
| SEL Premium | Gasoline | $35,300 | $33,344 | 12.4% | 11 |
| SE | Gasoline | $30,950 | $28,620 | 14.5% | 48 |
How the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Compares to Other Years
At 12.3% depreciation, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The older 2025 sits at 16.6% (around $26,697), so dropping back a year saves about $3,388. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson.
Known Issues & Complaints
41 NHTSA complaints, 5 recalls reported.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
12 complaintsI have a 2026 Hyundai Tucson 2500 miles. It has slammed on the brakes. At least 6 times since I've owned the vehicle for forward collision to the point where it could have put me in danger. And I could have been in an accident one time it o
SERVICE BRAKES
12 complaintsDriving on major highway during rush hour traffic the suv locked up due to the automatic front break system I couldn’t even turn to avoid the crash. I was rear ended from behind.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4 complaintsThe instrument cluster intermittently goes completely black while driving, causing loss of the speedometer, warning lights, and gear indicator. The failure occurs randomly, including while the vehicle is in motion. The symptoms match the kn
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
4 complaintsThe lower corner of the driver's side door has an extremely sharp edge that caused a laceration to my lower leg during normal exit from the vehicle. No unusual movement or action was taken — I was simply closing the door after exiting. The
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2 complaintsOn my 2026 Hyundai Tucson Limited, the HVAC touch-panel status indicators are extremely difficult to see in daylight conditions. The illuminated indicators for A/C, recirculation, vent mode selection, and heated/cooled seat levels become wa
LANE DEPARTURE
2 complaintsEvery time we drive our brand new Tucson on the highway the driver assistance warning is constantly flashing a coffee cup symbol on the dashboard along with an audible bell dinging and text suggesting we pull over and take a break for no ap
Top Issues
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- SERVICE BRAKES
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 25V549000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson and Santa Fe vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can ca
- !Recall 26V047000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Sant
- !Recall 26V254000 (AIR BAGS): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Elantra N, 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), and Elantra vehicles. The B-pillar impact se
- !Recall 26V316000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE): Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Santa Cruz, Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Software in the front cameras
2026 Hyundai Tucson Listings
Real 2026 Tucson listings on the market now.

$28,990
2026 SE · Green
413 mi · Atlanta, GA
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$28,990
2026 SEL Plus · Red
2,103 mi · Atlanta, GA
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$28,990
2026 SEL Plus · Green
4,082 mi · Atlanta, GA
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$28,990
2026 SE · Black
4,715 mi · Cleveland, OH
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$42,820
2026 Limited · White
1 mi · Mentor, OH
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$42,534
2026 Limited · Red
2 mi · Round Rock, TX
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2026 Hyundai Tucson worth?
A 2026 Hyundai Tucson is typically worth around $30,085, with most listings falling between $28,493 and $43,595. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 941 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2026 Hyundai Tucson depreciated?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson has lost about 12.3% of its original $30,950 base MSRP — roughly $3,807 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2026 Tucson have?
Listed 2026 Tucsons average about 941 miles, with most between 6 and 271. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
For a 2026 Hyundai Tucson, anything under $28,990 is a strong deal, $28,990 to $43,079 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $43,079 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2026 Hyundai Tucson are computed from 91 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.