Hyundai Tucson MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Hyundai Tucson MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 2005 to 2026.
Tucson MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 113 configurations of the Tucson across gas, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Hybrid BlueHybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S6) | AWD | 38 | 38 | 38 | View |
| Tucson HybridHybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S6) | AWD | 36 | 37 | 36 | View |
| Tucson Plug-in HybridPlug-in hybrid, gas mode | 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S6) | AWD | 35 | 35 | 35 | View |
| Tucson FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | View |
| Tucson AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 24 | 30 | 26 | View |
Electric and hydrogen versions are rated in MPGe, so compare them with each other rather than with the MPG figures.
Tucson MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Tucson configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers. Electric versions are rated in MPGe, so they're left out of the chart and listed in the table instead.
Years When Tucson Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Tucson.
- 2010: The top combined rating rises to 26 MPG, up from 22 MPG the year before.
- 2016: The top combined rating rises to 28 MPG, up from 25 MPG the year before.
- 2022: The first hybrid Tucson shows up in the EPA data. Its 38 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 25 MPG. A plug-in hybrid version arrives, rated at 35 MPG combined when running on gas alone.
How the Tucson Compares
The EPA rated 69 small SUVs for 2026. The best Tucson version, at 38 MPG combined, ties for 7th with 1 other model of 69. Combined ratings in the class run from 20 to 53 MPG, with a median of 27. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kia Niro | 53 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG |
| 3 | Kia Sportage | 42 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Corolla Cross | 42 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus NX | 40 MPG |
| 7 | Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG |
What Does a Tucson Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Tucson, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Tucson MPG Questions
Which Tucson year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2022 to 2026 Tucson Hybrid Blue holds the top EPA rating at 38 MPG combined (38 city, 38 highway).
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Tucson?
The 2022 Tucson FWD with the 2.5L 4-cylinder and front-wheel drive is rated at 29 MPG combined (26 city, 33 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Tucson?
Yes. The 2026 Tucson lineup includes 2 gas-only versions, rated 26 to 28 MPG combined.
Does all-wheel drive hurt Tucson fuel economy?
A little. On the 2026 Tucson, the best front-wheel drive version is rated at 28 MPG combined and the best all-wheel drive version at 26 MPG.
Why doesn't my Tucson match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Cedrick Reese built this page from the EPA fuel economy file published on fueleconomy.gov. It has 113 ratings for the Tucson from 2005 to 2026, and every one of them is shown in the table. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. Plug-in hybrid figures in the table are the gas-only ratings, since those are the ones you can compare with a regular car. Hydrogen fuel cell versions are rated in MPGe and are left out of the cost calculator, since hydrogen is sold by the kilogram. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov