2026 Hyundai Tucson SEL

The 2026 Hyundai Tucson is a compact SUV that slots between the smaller Kona and the larger Santa Fe, competing with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Mazda CX-5. The Tucson's steering is light and its ride is composed, making it an easy companion for daily commutes and weekend trips alike. The cabin offers generous passenger space and a large cargo area, with a clean dashboard layout and available dual 12.3-inch displays. Standard tech includes an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus Hyundai's SmartSense safety suite across all trims. The SEL is the volume trim for shoppers who want heated seats and a power liftgate without jumping to the Limited. Its Smartstream 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine w/ Idle Stop & Go makes 187 horsepower and works with the eight-speed automatic, returning 28 mpg combined. Smart cruise control and blind-spot monitoring come standard on this trim, which is rare for a mid-level compact SUV.