Used Hyundai Tucson

What to know before buying: Hyundai Tucson

From 1 forum thread and 2 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The Tucson JM is described as a comfortable, practical compact crossover with understated styling that does not look conspicuously dated.[1]one sourceTucson JM
• A 2021 review calls the new Tucson the model's best yet, noting that it has grown and gained smarter technology.[3]one source
• The new Tucson range included a diesel, a turbo-petrol engine with a manual gearbox and several hybrid options; a plug-in hybrid was still forthcoming.[3]one source
• When switched off, the Parametric Hidden Lights are almost invisibly integrated into the dark front grille.[3]one source

Typical faults

• Reported Tucson JM corrosion areas include the bonnet edges, inner tailgate, inner rear wings and the spaces beneath the wheel-arch liners.[1]one sourceTucson JM

  2004–2009

• Owner reports describe oil consumption without a visible leak in a 2019 Tucson and in a 2017 model with the 1.6-litre turbo engine.[2]one source

  2017–2019 · 1.6 turbo

• A 2022 Tucson Hybrid report describes coolant draining directly onto the ground together with white smoke from the exhaust.[2]one source

  2022–2022 · Hybrid

Which engine and version to take

• If fuel efficiency is the priority, consider the newer Tucson's diesel, which the source highlights as the most efficient combustion-engine option.[3]one source

What to check at the inspection

• On a Tucson JM, carefully inspect the bonnet edges, inner tailgate and inner surfaces of the rear wings for rust.[1]one sourceTucson JM
• Pull back or remove the wheel-arch liners and check beneath them and around the wing folds for trapped wet dirt and corrosion.[1]one sourceTucson JM
• On 2017–2019 cars, especially the 1.6-litre turbo, check the oil level and ask how frequently the owner has needed to top it up.[2]one source
• On a 2022 hybrid, check the coolant level, look for visible leakage beneath the vehicle and watch for white exhaust smoke.[2]one source
• Test every door and the tailgate with the remote: a 2021 Tucson was reported to allow the tailgate to open even after the doors were locked.[2]one source

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]informator.ua — Кузов — на помойку? Какие проблемы ожидают ... · press
2. [2]startmycar.com — Hyundai Tucson problems and issues - Page 3 · press
3. [3]iauto.lv — Tik labs Hyundai Tucson vēl nekad nav bijis (+VIDEO) · forum

Spotted an error? Tell us