How much does the 2016 Hyundai Tucson cost?

Prices have softened 4.34% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,653 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare across trims and conditions.

If you find a listing below $11,201.47, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2016 Hyundai Tucson a good car?

With a 3.83/5 user rating and a 7.83/10 expert rating, the 2016 Hyundai Tucson looks like a well-rounded compact SUV with a few important caveats.

The model scores 10/10 across Look and feel and Safety.

Drivers commonly praise the smooth ride, comfortable interior, and reliability, and many also like the cooled seats and panoramic roof. That lines up with the Tucson’s appeal as a comfortable, functional small crossover with strong safety credentials and a roomy, useful cabin. The main tradeoff is that the powertrain can be a deal-breaker if you want quicker response or a more polished low-speed driving feel.

Only 27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so you may need to shop carefully to find the best value.

Is the 2016 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

The 2016 Tucson has a strong foundation for dependability, thanks to Hyundai’s long warranty coverage and a history of doing well on durability.

User feedback points to reliability as a strength, with owners describing the Tucson as reliable and appreciating its comfortable, easygoing nature. The expert evaluation also notes that Hyundai’s warranty support and the model’s overall durability history bode well for dependability, even though the 7-speed automated manual transmission could draw negative owner feedback over time. The free roadside assistance for the first 5 years or 60,000 miles also helps reduce ownership stress.

For used buyers, the biggest long-term risk is that the transmission and other early-production issues could affect satisfaction and repair exposure as mileage climbs.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 Hyundai Tucson?

At 63.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the vehicle’s equipment matches the trim being advertised. If you’re considering a higher-trim example, make sure the added convenience and safety features are actually present and functioning.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The SE is the entry point, while Sport and Limited add more equipment and a more upscale feel. The Limited stands out for its larger touchscreen, navigation, premium audio, dual-zone climate control, and Blue Link connected services, while the Sport and Limited also add a hands-free power liftgate. Base-trim shoppers should expect fewer convenience and tech features.
• Powertrain: Every version except the SE uses a turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with 175 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 7-speed EcoShift dual-clutch automated manual transmission. The setup delivers strong midrange pull once moving, but low-speed response can feel delayed because of turbo lag and transmission behavior.
• Safety package: Every 2016 Tucson includes a standard reversing camera. Sport and Limited models add blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert and lane-change assist. The Limited and its optional Ultimate Package are required for automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and the Ultimate Package also adds lane-departure warning.
• Infotainment: The Limited gets an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, a premium sound system, and Blue Link connected services. Blue Link includes SOS emergency calling and automatic collision notification, with remote access features available through an upgraded service plan.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA estimates 24 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined. The test average came in at 24.7 mpg.

Which 2016 Hyundai Tucson trim should I buy?

The 2016 Hyundai Tucson is offered in 4 trim levels: SE, Eco, Sport, and Limited.

Here's the short version:

• SE: This is the value entry point if you want the redesigned Tucson at the lowest starting price. It gives you the core small-crossover experience, but you give up the turbocharged engine and several convenience and safety upgrades found higher up.
• Eco: This trim is the better-value step up if you want more of the Tucson’s desirable equipment without going all the way to the top. It keeps the model’s upscale design and adds more of the features that make the Tucson feel more complete.
• Sport: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds meaningful convenience and safety equipment, including the hands-free power liftgate and blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert and lane-change assist.
• Limited: Choose this if you want the most upscale Tucson experience, including the 8-inch touchscreen, navigation, premium audio, dual-zone climate control, and Blue Link connected services. It’s the trim to target if you want the most feature-rich version.

The Limited and its optional Ultimate Package are the trims tied to automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and lane-departure warning.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2016 Hyundai Tucson?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop, but the best examples still deserve quick action.

• Deal availability: 27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,653 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.34% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 63.2% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $11,201.47, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2016 Hyundai Tucson's resale value?

The current average of $11,489 sits slightly below last year's $12,010.

That softer pricing suggests the Tucson has already absorbed some of its near-term depreciation, which can help if you buy now and plan to keep it for a while. For a future seller, the current trend is a reminder that condition, mileage, and trim content will matter a lot when it’s time to list the vehicle. Well-equipped examples with clean history should hold up better than rougher, higher-mileage ones.

Is the 2016 Hyundai Tucson safe?

The 2016 Tucson earns a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS and a five-star overall rating from NHTSA, with five-star ratings in frontal crash, side crash, and rollover tests.

It earns a 10/10 safety score from our experts.

Every 2016 Tucson comes with a standard reversing camera, and Sport and Limited models add blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert and lane-change assist. The Limited and its optional Ultimate Package are required for automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and the Ultimate Package also adds lane-departure warning. That means the safest and most fully equipped versions are higher in the lineup, while the base trim leaves out some of the more advanced driver-assistance tech.

Should I buy a 2016 Hyundai Tucson or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2016 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2016 if:

• 27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 63.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.34% compared with last year.
• It’s the redesigned year, with stronger styling, a more functional interior, and top safety recognition.

The bottom line: If you want the redesigned Tucson with strong safety, good value, and a more upscale feel than earlier versions, the 2016 is the right place to focus. If you’re especially price-sensitive, you can still shop aggressively within this year and target the cleanest, best-equipped example you can find, but you should be selective about condition and transmission behavior.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.