Used 2021 Hyundai Tucson for Sale nearPhoenix, AZ

Compare 2021 Hyundai Tucson Trims in Phoenix, AZ

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, catering to various needs and preferences.

• Starting at $15,491
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 28 hwy
• Most Popular: SEL AWD

Trim Overview

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SE FWD — "Who It's For"

The SE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want essential features without paying for extras. It's a great value option for budget-conscious buyers.

• Avg. market price: $16,807 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 29 listings
• View SE FWD listings

SE AWD — "Who It's For"

The SE AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without a hefty price tag. It balances features and affordability well.

• Avg. market price: $16,807 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 33 listings
• View SE AWD listings

Value FWD — "Who It's For"

The Value FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped vehicle at a lower price. It offers a good mix of features and comfort.

• Avg. market price: $15,491 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 20 listings
• View Value FWD listings

SEL FWD — "Who It's For"

The SEL FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a standard trim with added features. It provides a comfortable ride with modern tech.

• Avg. market price: $16,807 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 136 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View SEL FWD listings

Value AWD — "Who It's For"

The Value AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without breaking the bank. It combines practicality with comfort.

• Avg. market price: $16,807 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 18 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Value AWD listings

SEL AWD — "Who It's For"

The SEL AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded vehicle with extensive features. It's the most popular trim for good reason.

• Avg. market price: $16,807 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 218 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View SEL AWD listings

Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features in a standard package. It offers luxury touches without the highest price.

• Avg. market price: $16,807 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 41 listings
• View Limited FWD listings

Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a trail-ready vehicle with luxury features. It combines performance with comfort.

• Avg. market price: $16,807 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 64 listings
• View Limited AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — SEL AWD

With 218 active listings, the SEL AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse SEL AWD listings

Best Budget Option — Value FWD

At $15,491 avg market price — below the lineup median of $16,807 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse Value FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — SE FWD

The SE FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 23/28 MPG.

Browse SE FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2021 Hyundai Tucson cost?

Prices have softened 7.35% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,569 listings available, which gives you a solid pool to compare prices and equipment.

Is the 2021 Hyundai Tucson a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Hyundai Tucson earns a 4.83/5 user rating and a 7.67/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Cost effectiveness at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its comfort, great handling, and impressive features for the price. The overview also frames it as a value-focused compact SUV that feels well equipped without chasing the newest redesign, and the expert summary highlights its competitive pricing and strong tech-and-safety content.

The trade-offs are clear: the expert notes sluggish performance, an underwhelming base engine, and noise. That means you should view it as a practical daily driver rather than a choice for buyers who want quick acceleration or a sporty feel.

The market also looks supportive, with 36.0% of listings priced as good or great deals.

Is the 2021 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

Owners rate it 4.83/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with buyers especially appreciating how well the Tucson delivers comfort and value over time. The expert write-up also reinforces that it is a vehicle you can count on for everyday use, with a refined ride and straightforward controls that support long-term ease of ownership.

Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty adds another layer of confidence for used buyers. Even so, you should still verify maintenance history and inspect for wear, because long-term ownership risk is always lower when the vehicle has been consistently cared for.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Hyundai Tucson?

At 73.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and confirm whether any prior damage was repaired properly. Then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing has incomplete service records or visible cosmetic inconsistencies. Focus on overall condition, because the Tucson’s value proposition depends heavily on getting the equipment and upkeep you expect.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The SE is the base trim, and it comes with a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, manually adjustable front seats, and 17-inch alloy wheels. Higher trims add features like heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, wireless charging, leather upholstery, a 360-degree camera system, and an 8-inch touchscreen, so the lower trims are the ones where you feel the biggest feature gaps.
• Powertrain: The base 2.0-liter four-cylinder makes 161 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque, while the 2.4-liter four-cylinder makes 181 hp and 175 lb-ft. Both use a six-speed automatic, and both are available with FWD or AWD. The expert notes that the base engine feels underwhelming, while the 2.4-liter is livelier around town.
• Safety package: Standard driver-assistance features include automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and driver drowsiness monitoring. Adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, automatic high-beams, a 360-degree parking monitor, and blind-spot monitoring are reserved for upper-tier trims.
• Infotainment: The standard setup is a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. An 8-inch screen is available, and the larger display is standard on the Ultimate trim. Wireless device charging is also available on higher trims.
• Fuel efficiency: The most efficient version returns 23 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. The AWD version of the same engine returns 22 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. The 2.4-liter engine returns 22 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined with FWD, or 21 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined with AWD.

Which 2021 Hyundai Tucson trim should I buy?

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson is offered in 6 trim levels: SE, Value, SEL, Sport, Limited, and Ultimate.

Here's the short version:

• SE: This is the value play if you want the lowest entry price and the core Tucson experience. You still get the 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and the standard safety suite, but it is the trim where you give up the most convenience and premium features.
• Value: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds heated front seats, heated side mirrors, roof rails, an eight-way power driver’s seat, HD radio, and satellite radio without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• SEL: This is the smart middle ground if you want more comfort and everyday usability. It adds 18-inch wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a rear-seat USB power outlet, making it a good fit if you want a more polished daily driver.
• Sport: This trim adds a more upscale feel with 19-inch wheels, LED head-and-taillights, fog lights, a hands-free power liftgate, wireless device charging, and an Infinity premium audio system. It suits you if you want more convenience and a richer feature set.
• Limited: This is the step up if you want a more premium Tucson. It brings a 360-degree camera system, leather upholstery, a heated steering wheel, and chrome exterior accents, so it is the trim to target if comfort and visibility matter most.
• Ultimate: This is the top choice if you want the most equipment, including the 8-inch touchscreen, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, rain-sensing wipers, and a panoramic sunroof. It makes sense if you want the most fully loaded version.

For safety equipment, the upper-tier trims are the ones that unlock adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, automatic high-beams, a 360-degree parking monitor, and blind-spot monitoring.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Hyundai Tucson?

The market looks moderately favorable if you are a selective buyer.

• Deal availability: 36.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,569 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.35% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 73.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $17,170, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Hyundai Tucson's resale value?

The current average of $17,443 sits slightly below last year's $18,826.

That decline suggests the Tucson has become more affordable for used buyers, but it also means a future seller may face a softer pricing environment than last year. If you buy well now, you may have less downside risk than someone who paid closer to last year’s average. The model’s value-oriented reputation should still help it remain appealing to budget-conscious shoppers.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.83/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Hyundai Tucson safe?

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson earns a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and five-star ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

The Tucson comes standard with automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and driver drowsiness monitoring. If you want adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, automatic high-beams, a 360-degree parking monitor, or blind-spot monitoring, you need to move up to higher trims.

Should I buy a 2021 Hyundai Tucson or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 36.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 73.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.35% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.83/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The final-year-of-generation setup gives you strong value, plenty of tech, and solid safety equipment.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $20,297, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $17,443 average.
• It brings a redesigned shape with more room inside.

The bottom line: If you want the better value play, the 2021 is the stronger buy because it combines lower pricing, strong owner satisfaction, and a well-equipped feature set. If you care more about the redesign and extra space, the 2022 is the better path, but you should expect to pay more for it. For most price-sensitive shoppers, the 2021 makes the most sense.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.