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    2018 Hyundai Tucson

    The 2018 Hyundai Tucson is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $44,990.

    There is 1 variant of the Tucson available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2018.

    The 2018 Tucson was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    The Hyundai Tucson is only available with a petrol engine that produces 114kW and 192Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $44,990†
    Transmission
    6-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $44,990†
    Transmission
    6-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2018 Hyundai Tucson

    Available Variants

    The Hyundai Tucson comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Elite and the most expensive being Elite.

    Elite

    Price from $44,990†

    2018 Hyundai Tucson

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    Pros

    • Smooth hybrid powertrain
    • Interior build quality and space
    • Comfortable ride

    Cons

    • Pricey
    • Not as efficient as expected
    • Safety tech can get in the way
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    How does the 2018 Hyundai Tucson compare?

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    Power to Weight
    76.05 kW/t
    61.76 kW/t
    107.58 kW/t
    Boot Space
    488 litres
    128 litres
    615 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.9 L/100km
    5.2 L/100km
    10 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    785 km
    573 km
    1,111 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    6 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 year
    2 years
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    6 months
    24 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,090 kg
    1,810 kg
    2,660 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,600 kg
    800 kg
    3,000 kg
    Approach Angle
    17.9°
    14.5°
    30°
    Departure Angle
    24.5°
    18.7°
    32.2°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    182 mm
    154 mm
    221 mm
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    2018 Hyundai Tucson

    Historical Information

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    Active

    2025

    $54,990

    Elite

    2025

    $59,990

    N-Line Limited

    2025

    $79,990

    Limited

    2025

    $79,990

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    2.0L Combustion
    1.6L HEV
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    115 kW
    172 kW

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    2018 Hyundai Tucson

    Dimensions

    4,475 mm
    1,850 mm
    1,660 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,475 mm
    Overall Width1,850 mm
    Overall Height1,660 mm
    Wheelbase2,670 mm
    Turning Circle10,600 mm
    Load Capacity591 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2018 Hyundai Tucson

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Hyundai Tucson is the Elite variant that starts from $44,990.

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    The most expensive Hyundai Tucson is the Elite variant that starts from $44,990.

    See all Hyundai Tucson Pricing

    The best towing capacity of a Hyundai Tucson is offered by the Elite variant which can tow 1600 kg.

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    The largest Hyundai Tucson is the Elite variant which measures 1850mm wide, 4475mm in length and sits 1660mm tall.

    The most powerful Hyundai Tucson is the Elite variant which has 114kW of power and 192nm of torque.

    The Hyundai Tucson is built in Czech Republic and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Hyundai Tucson is the Elite variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2090 kg.

    The Hyundai Tucson uses Unleaded Petrol.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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