SUV · 2016–2020

HyundaiTucson

Sportage twin under the skin in earlier years. N Line adds attitude; hybrids arrive strongly on newer gens.

Best for: Family SUV shoppers comparing Kia vs Hyundai warranty.

Indicative running costs ~£2,221–£3,083 / year

Power: 132 hp
Economy: 38–45 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 430–620 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

Engine oil

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacity

Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Hyundai Tucson at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,221–£3,083 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£1172/yr @ 45 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£220–£380 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£140–£300 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

8 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
S / SE Nav 1.6 GDi Petrol base. 1.6 GDi · 38–45 mpg	1.6 GDi	132 hp	38–45 mpg	~£195*
Premium / Premium SE High kit. Various · 35–50 mpg	Various	132–177 hp	35–50 mpg	~£195*
1.6 T-GDi Punchier petrol. 1.6 turbo · 35–42 mpg	1.6 turbo	177 hp	35–42 mpg	~£195*
CRDi diesel Miles / tow. 1.6–2.0 CRDi · 45–55 mpg	1.6–2.0 CRDi	116–185 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
N Line Sport styling. Various · 35–45 mpg	Various	132–177 hp	35–45 mpg	~£195*
N Line S Top N Line kit. 1.6 T-GDi · 35–42 mpg	1.6 T-GDi	177 hp	35–42 mpg	~£195*
Hybrid / PHEV (NX4) Later generation electrified. 1.6 Hybrid · Variable	1.6 Hybrid	230–265 hp	Variable	~£195*
AWD Four-wheel drive. Various · 35–48 mpg	Various	177–185 hp	35–48 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.6 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressureOften ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

OilUsually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacityTypically ~3.5–5.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used Tucson

1Catalytic converter theft risk — check shield
2DCT history
3N Line: tyre budget

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

Dual-clutch DCT shudder if fluid neglected
Catalytic converter theft risk on some years
Suspension knock over broken UK roads

Hyundai Tucson FAQs

Is a used Hyundai Tucson expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,221–£3,083 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Hyundai Tucson need?

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Hyundai Tucson take?

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook. Capacity is Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Hyundai Tucson problems?

Buyers most often watch for: Dual-clutch DCT shudder if fluid neglected; Catalytic converter theft risk on some years. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Hyundai Tucson ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Hyundai manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN