2027 Hyundai Tucson
2027 Hyundai Tucson
Grande Prairie Hyundai is preparing for the all-new 2027 Hyundai Tucson, a compact SUV that now does more of the heavy lifting. Hybrid models with all-wheel drive are rated to tow 3,000 lb (1,361 kg), up 1,000 lb from the outgoing Tucson. That opens the door to small boats, campers and utility trailers. The cabin also gains room, thanks to a body that grows to 4,700 mm in length and 1,905 mm in width. Power comes from either a 233-hp Next-generation Hybrid System or a 184-hp 1.6L turbocharged gas engine. On the tech side, the Tucson is the first Hyundai sold in Canada with Pleos Connect, an infotainment platform that receives over-the-air updates. For buyers who want a rugged edge, the XRT and XRT PRO are part of the Canadian lineup. Hyundai unveiled the Tucson in New York on October 1, 2026, and launch in North America is planned for 2027. Long runs on Highway 43 and gravel lease roads across the Peace Region suit this SUV’s new strengths.
What’s new on the 2027 Hyundai Tucson?
Exterior
Hyundai’s “Art of Steel” philosophy shapes the body around strong, rounded fenders that show the tension of formed steel. The doors are kept quiet, and sharp creases give the sides definition. At the front, H-Edge lighting uses centre light and edge light together to stress width. Two-in-one LED headlamps are standard on every model. The front was also engineered to help protect pedestrians and add forward collision protection. The standard Tucson offers 180 mm of ground clearance. On the XRT PRO, that figure climbs to 210 mm, a 30 mm lift for unpaved access roads.
Key exterior measurements:
Length: 4,700 mm (60 mm longer than before)
Width: 1,905 mm (40 mm wider)
Height: 1,685 mm (20 mm taller), or 1,700 mm with roof rack
Wheelbase: 2,785 mm
Wheel choices span 17, 18, 19 and 20 inches. The rear wears sculptural Prism Rear Lamps, and LED taillamps are standard. Wider 83-degree door openings make loading easier.
Interior
Inside, Hyundai aimed for calm and order. A two-layer instrument panel keeps the upper half clean and turns the lower half into a deep open tray. Thick, soft padding on the dash top, doors and armrest adds comfort on long drives. The Double D-Cut steering wheel and the 9.9-inch Slim Information Display keep key data in the driver’s direct view. A column-mounted shift-by-wire lever with an illuminated gear indicator replaces the console shifter. Below the centre screen, real buttons control temperature and audio. An extended armrest makes the touchscreen easier to reach, and available dual 15 W Qi 2.0 pads charge two phones without cables.
The Tucson seats five, with 1,064 mm of rear legroom and 1,052 mm up front. Front shoulder room is 1,470 mm, and the second row gets 1,428 mm. The rear seat folds 60/40 to fit longer items while still carrying a passenger. Cargo space is rated at 1,067 L (SAE). Hyundai’s Multi-Air Mode System spreads airflow across main vents, multi-vents and the floor, so the cabin warms or cools without a direct draft. Extra insulation, improved sealing and aerodynamic refinements cut noise, which helps reduce fatigue on the drive toward Grande Cache or Edmonton.
Features
Powertrain
The Next-generation Hybrid System follows what Hyundai calls “Intelligent Efficiency.” It teams a 1.6L turbocharged engine with a 17-hp P1 motor and a 64-hp P2 motor, for a total of 233 hp and 279.9 lb-ft of torque. A 6-speed automatic and a 1.49 kWh, 270 V battery complete the system. All-wheel-drive hybrids tow up to 3,000 lb (1,361 kg). E-Traction, offered only on hybrid models, adjusts drive torque during cornering to reduce wheel slip and add grip at the inside tires. That keeps the vehicle steadier at the limit of traction.
Prefer gasoline only? The 1.6T-GDI engine makes 184 hp and 195.3 lb-ft of torque through an 8-speed automatic. Every powertrain uses an integrated electric water pump, which merges separate cooling loops into one lighter unit. Hybrids also offer HEV Stay Mode. With the engine off, you can keep running the heater, air conditioning, audio and device chargers, an EV-like comfort feature for breaks on a long trip or while waiting at a job site. All-wheel drive is standard on the XRT PRO.
Technology
Pleos Connect is built on Android Automotive OS by 42dot, Hyundai Motor Group’s software centre. Choose a 12.9-inch or 17-inch centre display, both in QHD. Apps from the Pleos App Market run natively, and connected apps need a data package. The available navigation stores maps onboard and downloads fresh data by location, so it keeps working outside cell range. Google Places results can include photos and opening hours. Say “Hey Gleo” to use the available Gleo AI assistant for trip planning and some vehicle controls. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, with Bluetooth 5.4 and Wi-Fi 6.
Hot-stamped steel and reinforced centre pillars form a strong safety cell. Multi-point collision energy management spreads crash loads across the structure. The In-Cabin Monitoring Unit tracks eye activity and warns of drowsiness, a useful backup on long rural highways. Child Presence Detection and Rear Occupant Alert help prevent a child or pet from being left inside. Intelligent Speed Limit Assist adjusts your set speed to posted limits, and Navigation-Linked Smart Cruise Control slows for curves and intersections. Ground View Monitor and Memory Reversing Assist are available.
Versions
Alongside the standard Tucson, two XRT versions are part of the Canadian range. The XRT focuses on a tougher appearance, with wide frontal cladding, extended black wheel-arch cladding, a forged-carbon-inspired pattern on lower panels, and strong bumper and skid-plate shapes. The XRT PRO adds the hardware: standard all-wheel drive, all-terrain tires, front recovery hooks, an expanded cladding package and 210 mm of ground clearance. It is the only Tucson with Smart Terrain Assist, which rates traction with a “stuck score,” and it pairs that with Target Speed Control from 2 to 25 km/h. Both XRT models get a black monotone cabin with dark metal accents and XRT-exclusive seat patterns and logos.
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