Used 2022 Hyundai Tucson for Sale nearBakersfield, CA

Compare 2022 Hyundai Tucson Trims in Bakersfield, CA

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $22,799
• Best MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 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 entry-level option.

• Avg. market price: $22,799 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 30 listings
• View SE FWD listings

SEL FWD — "Who It's For"

The SEL FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded vehicle with added comfort features without a significant price jump.

• Avg. market price: $22,799 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 95 listings
• View SEL 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 capability and cost effectively.

• Avg. market price: $22,799 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 33 listings
• View SE AWD listings

SEL AWD — "Who It's For"

The SEL AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of luxury and practicality, making it the most popular choice in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $22,799 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 224 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View SEL AWD listings

XRT FWD — "Who It's For"

The XRT FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish SUV with off-road capabilities without going for the higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $22,799 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 5 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View XRT FWD listings

XRT AWD — "Who It's For"

The XRT AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a rugged SUV with premium features, though availability is limited.

• Avg. market price: $22,799 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 6 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View XRT AWD listings

Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features without the AWD price premium, offering a refined experience.

• Avg. market price: $22,799 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 34 listings
• View Limited FWD listings

Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded SUV with all-wheel drive, perfect for various driving conditions.

• Avg. market price: $22,799 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 64 listings
• View Limited AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — SEL AWD

With 224 active listings, the SEL AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — SE FWD

At $22,799 avg market price — below the lineup median of $22,799 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse SE FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — SE FWD

The SE FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 26 MPG city and 33 MPG highway.

Browse SE FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson cost?

Prices have softened 9.63% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,998 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Hyundai Tucson earns a 4.82/5 user rating and an 8.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Cost effectiveness, Technology, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise the smooth ride, excellent safety features, stylish design, and spacious interior. Those themes line up well with the Tucson’s family-friendly use case, especially if you want a compact SUV that feels practical rather than cramped.

The trade-offs are clear: the base engine is underwhelming, and performance is fairly pedestrian. Even so, the Tucson makes sense if you value comfort, space, and everyday usefulness over quick acceleration.

With 35.7% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is still room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

Owners rate it 4.82/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with many drivers saying they are extremely satisfied with their purchase. That kind of long-term confidence matters when you are shopping used, because it suggests the Tucson has earned trust beyond the first few months of ownership.

The expert evaluation also emphasizes the Tucson’s competent, everyday character and its ability to deliver a comfortable, well-rounded driving experience. Hyundai’s complimentary normal oil changes and tire rotations for 3 years or 36,000 miles add a useful ownership perk.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is not outright reliability so much as choosing a neglected example with uneven maintenance or wear.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Hyundai Tucson?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 82.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because accident-free status does not replace a full inspection. Focus on the condition of the cabin, the tires, the brakes, and any signs of prior bodywork or uneven wear. If you are comparing trims, make sure the equipment you want is actually present on the specific vehicle you are considering.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base model gets standard LED daytime running lights, Bi-LED headlights, LED front turn signals, and cloth seats, while higher trims add features such as roof rails, heated outside mirrors, and more upscale interior materials.
• Powertrain: You can choose between a 2.5-liter four-cylinder and a turbocharged 1.6-liter hybrid setup; the gas engine is competent but not exciting, while the hybrid is the more powerful and efficient option.
• Safety package: Hyundai SmartSense includes forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep assist, automatic high beams, a driver attention monitor, rear occupant alert, speed limit assist, and leading vehicle departure alert.
• Infotainment: Standard equipment includes an 8-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, HD Radio, and two USB ports; a 10.25-inch screen is available, but it requires a wired phone connection for smartphone mirroring.
• Fuel efficiency: The gas model is rated at 26 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 29 mpg combined with front-wheel drive, or 24 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined with all-wheel drive. The hybrid returns 37 mpg city, 36 mpg highway, and 37 mpg combined, with the most efficient version reaching 38 mpg city/highway/combined.

Which 2022 Hyundai Tucson trim should I buy?

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson is offered in 4 trim levels: SE, SEL, Blue, and N-Line.

Here's the short version:

• SE: This is the entry point, and it gives you the Tucson’s core design, standard safety tech, and wireless smartphone integration without pushing the price up. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the redesigned Tucson, but you give up some convenience and upscale touches found higher up.
• SEL: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds useful everyday upgrades like satellite radio, Blue Link app compatibility, rear USB ports, rear air vents, and dual-zone automatic climate control. It also unlocks the Convenience Package, which brings many features from the top-tier Limited model.
• Blue: This trim is aimed at buyers who want the hybrid’s efficiency story and a more feature-rich daily driver. It adds the same kind of comfort and connectivity upgrades as the SEL/Blue step-up described in the equipment list, making it a smart pick if fuel economy matters most.
• N-Line: This is the style-forward choice, with sport combination seats and a darker, more distinctive wheel design. It suits you if you want the Tucson to feel more expressive inside and out, rather than simply practical.

The safety package is broad across the lineup, but some of the more advanced driver-assistance features remain optional rather than standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Hyundai Tucson?

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you are patient.

• Deal availability: 35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,998 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.63% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 82.9% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $20,398, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson's resale value?

The current average of $20,398 sits slightly below last year's $22,573.

That decline suggests the Tucson has become more affordable for used buyers, which can help demand stay healthy if you decide to sell later. A lower entry price can also make the vehicle easier to move in a competitive compact SUV market.

For future sellers, the key takeaway is that value-oriented pricing tends to support broader shopper interest. The Tucson’s strong equipment list and practical appeal should help it remain attractive, especially if it is well maintained and accident-free.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.82/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson safe?

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson has not been tested and rated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) nor the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA).

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Hyundai SmartSense is the named driver-assistance suite, and its standard features include forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep assist, automatic high beams, a driver attention monitor, rear occupant alert, speed limit assist, and leading vehicle departure alert. Higher trims can add blind-spot warning with collision avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic alert with collision avoidance assist, safe exit warning, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, a surround-view camera system, blind-spot monitoring, forward and reverse park distance warning, parking collision avoidance assist, ultrasonic rear occupant alert, and remote parking assist.

The main caveat is that several of the more advanced safety and parking features are not standard on every trim, so you should confirm the exact equipment on the vehicle you are considering.

Should I buy a 2022 Hyundai Tucson or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 82.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.63% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.82/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The redesigned model brings a roomier cabin and a more high-tech interior.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $17,503, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $20,398 average.
• It is the final model year of its generation and offers strong value with plenty of tech and safety features.

The bottom line: Choose the 2022 if you want the redesigned Tucson’s extra space, updated cabin, and stronger overall appeal. If your priority is saving money, the 2021 is the better value play and still gives you a well-equipped compact SUV.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.