New & Used 2026 Hyundai Tucson for Sale nearColumbus, OH

Compare 2026 Hyundai Tucson Trims in Columbus, OH

The 2026 Hyundai Tucson offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $24,045
• Best MPG/MPGe: 25 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 a well-equipped SUV without paying for higher trims. It's a great value option.

• Avg. market price: $28,618 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 54 listings
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SEL FWD — "Who It's For"

The SEL FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of features and affordability without stepping up to AWD. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $24,045 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 159 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• 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 offers solid features for the price.

• Avg. market price: $28,316 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 70 listings
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SEL AWD — "Who It's For"

The SEL AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded SUV with all-wheel drive and premium features. It's a popular choice for good reason.

• Avg. market price: $28,238 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 320 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 standard features but limited availability. It's a solid choice for everyday driving.

• Avg. market price: $28,618 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 6 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 sporty SUV with all-wheel drive and premium features. It's a great option for those who enjoy driving.

• Avg. market price: $34,555 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 15 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features without the AWD price premium. It offers a comfortable ride with great tech.

• Avg. market price: $28,618 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 56 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. It's perfect for those who need versatility and luxury.

• Avg. market price: $28,618 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 30 hwy
• Inventory: 103 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — SEL AWD

With 320 active listings, the SEL AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — SEL FWD

At $24,045 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,618 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — SE FWD

The SE FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 25/33 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Hyundai Tucson a good car?

The 2026 Hyundai Tucson is presented as a compact SUV built around value, space, and a long list of features. Hyundai describes it as a model that has consistently offered a lot for the money, and the current generation is positioned as the best in the nameplate’s history.

That value story is backed by a practical layout and a strong equipment spread. You get front-wheel drive standard, all-wheel drive available, and features that range from an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the base trim to a 10.2-inch touchscreen, navigation, a blind-spot camera, lane centering, and a surround-view camera system on the Limited. It also brings more rear-passenger legroom and more cargo capacity than before.

The tradeoff is that the Tucson is tuned more for comfort than excitement, and the standard model is described as one of the slower SUVs in its class. Even so, that fits the Tucson’s role well if you want an easygoing, well-equipped compact SUV for daily use. 31.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which suggests there is still meaningful value in the market.

Is the 2026 Hyundai Tucson reliable?

The 2026 Hyundai Tucson is framed as a long-term value play, with Hyundai emphasizing its generous warranty coverage and the model’s strong everyday usefulness. The brand’s five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty are part of that ownership pitch.

The Tucson’s appeal also comes from its practical, comfort-focused setup and broad feature availability, which can make it feel like a well-rounded choice rather than a high-strung one. For used buyers, that usually means your long-term ownership risk is more about finding a well-kept example than worrying about a vehicle that was designed to be demanding.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Hyundai Tucson?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.4% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you are looking at higher-mileage examples or trims with more equipment. Focus on overall condition, signs of prior bodywork, and whether the features you care about are working properly, since the Tucson’s appeal depends heavily on its comfort and technology.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Hyundai Tucson?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you are patient and compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 31.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,869 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 92.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $28,915.22, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Should I buy a 2026 Hyundai Tucson or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 31.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.4% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

The bottom line: If you want the newest version of the Tucson’s value-focused formula, the 2026 is the straightforward choice because it keeps the model’s strong equipment list, practical packaging, and comfort-first character intact. If you are more price-sensitive, a nearby model year may be worth considering so you can compare similar features against a lower asking price and see whether the savings outweigh the newer year’s advantages.

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