U.S. 2026 model-year specification. The 2026 U.S. Tucson SE FWD uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 187 hp, an eight-speed automatic and front-wheel drive.
Identify the exact Tucson
Tucson is not a single technical specification. Gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-wheel-drive versions differ substantially. This record isolates the 2026 U.S. Tucson SE with the 2.5-liter gasoline engine and front-wheel drive. It is not a specification sheet for the Tucson Hybrid or PHEV.
Engine and drivetrain
Hyundai lists 187 horsepower at 6,100 rpm and 178 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm from the 2.5-liter inline-four, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The FWD version has published estimates of 25 mpg city, 33 highway and 28 combined. Optional AWD configurations have different efficiency ratings and should be stored separately.
Ownership perspective
An ordinary gasoline Tucson is relevant to buyers comparing simple refueling with an electrified crossover. The comparison should account for purchase cost, local fuel prices and the use case rather than comparing only a headline engine figure. Equipment differences among SE, SEL and other grades also need to be matched against the specific vehicle.
Before committing
Verify the trim and driven wheels in the vehicle listing, then review the original build sheet and owner manual. For used examples, independent condition inspection and service history matter as much as a spec table. Recalls should be checked by VIN and market. This profile does not invent real-world fuel tests or long-term reliability scores.
Sources and methodology
Primary reference: Hyundai Motor America, official 2026 model specifications. Specifications refer only to the named U.S. variant. We have not personally tested this vehicle. Local prices, incentives and safety recall status should be checked at the time of purchase.