2027 Hyundai Tucson Gets a Bold Makeover

Hyundai has revealed the new-generation 2027 Hyundai Tucson, and the compact SUV looks dramatically different from the outgoing model. Its new styling brings a boxier profile, pronounced fender flares and full-width lighting elements at both ends, while angular headlights and taillights give it a futuristic appearance.

Inside, the Tucson adopts a large central touchscreen, a rounded center console and a two-spoke steering wheel. Orange accents across the dashboard add a distinctive touch to the cabin.

Hyundai will continue offering both hybrid and nonhybrid powertrains. The new hybrid retains a 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-four but now produces 242 horsepower—11 hp more than the current Tucson Hybrid. It remains unclear whether the plug-in hybrid will return. The rugged XRT trim is also confirmed for the new generation.

More U.S.-market details are expected soon, including dimensions, EPA fuel-economy figures and specifications for the nonhybrid version.

Does this radical redesign improve the Tucson’s appeal? Is 242 hp enough to make the new hybrid more competitive? Will buyers prefer its futuristic styling over the previous generation?