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2021 Hyundai Tucson MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson is a small SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (23 city / 28 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 25 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2020 model. Among 92 small SUVs rated for 2021, it ranks 47th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,860 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 23 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,860 15,000 mi/yr · $12.40 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #47 of 92 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City239.810.2
Highway2811.98.4
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2021 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model Y129 MPGe $702
  2. 2Hyundai Kona EV120 MPGe $729
  3. 3Volkswagen ID.499 MPGe $918
  4. 4Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid105 MPGe + 40 MPG $966
  5. 5Toyota RAV4 Prime94 MPGe + 38 MPG $1,049
  6. 47Hyundai Tucson25 MPG $1,860
  7. 92Hyundai Nexo61 MPGe $8,852
2021 TucsonOther small SUVsClass median: $1,860/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Tucson MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Tucson FWD		 Gas 23 MPG 28 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Tucson FWD		 Gas 22 MPG 28 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Tucson AWD		 Gas 22 MPG 25 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Tucson AWD		 Gas 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
361 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2021 Hyundai Tucson vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Blazer 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Compass 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Volkswagen Tiguan 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Cherokee 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Cherokee saves $72/yr vs Kia Sportage 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Sportage saves $72/yr vs Kia Sorento 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Sorento saves $72/yr vs Toyota Highlander 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Tucson saves $78/yr vs Ford Edge 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Tucson saves $78/yr vs Mazda CX-9 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Tucson saves $78/yr vs Nissan NV200 Cargo Van 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Hyundai Tucson?

Up to 25 MPG combined (23 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 23 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2021 Hyundai Tucson use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 Hyundai Tucson?

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Hyundai Tucson per year?

About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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