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Dodge Journey vs. Hyundai TUCSON

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Journey and Hyundai TUCSON contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Journey and the Hyundai TUCSON.

In comparing the Dodge Journey's and the Hyundai TUCSON's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Journey has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Journey's and the Hyundai TUCSON's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Journey is a better car than the Hyundai TUCSON.

Pricing: A used 2020 Dodge Journey ranges from $14,994 to $22,993 while a used 2020 Hyundai TUCSON is priced between $16,433 to $24,998.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Journey loses 46.8 percent of its value and the Hyundai TUCSON loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai TUCSON retains 7.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Journey.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Journey is 7.9 out of 10 while the Hyundai TUCSON's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Journey being ranked 36 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs and the Hyundai TUCSON being ranked 9 out of 67.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Journey is 8.1 out of 10. For the Hyundai TUCSON the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Journey a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai TUCSON.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Journey’s base engine makes 172 horsepower, and the Hyundai TUCSON base engine makes 161 horsepower. The Journey is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles. The TUCSON is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles.This gives the Hyundai TUCSON the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Journey the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Journey, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Hyundai TUCSON, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear leg room and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai TUCSON has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Journey, with an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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Model & Pricing
Dodge Journey
Hyundai TUCSON

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

23675

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

30923

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

23675 - 36120

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

23550

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

24855

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

22995 - 26645

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

18600

Price Range:

14994 - 22993

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

27718

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

18600 - 37369

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

208

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

76152

# Good or Great Deals:

97

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

20502

Price Range:

16433 - 24998

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

22143

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

18125 - 26362

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

601

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

67540

# Good or Great Deals:

192

Dodge Journey Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.880862 / 10

Reliability:

8.057071 / 10

Retained Value:

7.585516 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Hyundai TUCSON Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.075014 / 10

Reliability:

7.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.045042 / 10

Safety:

8.7 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Journey

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.2

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

6.5

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

4.6 - 9.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.103

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai TUCSON

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

7.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

6.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

5.9 - 9.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.168



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.0393756984155127

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

4.3

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.0 - 31.3

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.2369279731349168

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

3.5

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.2 - 21.0

Dodge Journey Rankings

Best Midsize SUVs Under $25k

1 / 1

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $25k

1 / 1

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $25k

1 / 1

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $25k

1 / 1

Best Crossover SUVs Under $25k

4 / 15

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $25k

4 / 15

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

15 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

15 / 32

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

18 / 34

Best Midsize SUVs

18 / 32

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

18 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

19 / 34

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

19 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 34

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

21 / 34

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

28 / 34

Safest Midsize SUVs

28 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

30 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

32 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

32 / 34

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

32 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

32 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

34 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

34 / 34

Best Crossover SUVs

36 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

36 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

52 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

52 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

54 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

57 / 67

Hyundai TUCSON Rankings

Best Family Small SUVs

1 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Teens

1 / 9

Best Small SUVs for Teens

1 / 7

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 19

Best Family Crossover SUVs

4 / 67

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

4 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

5 / 20

Best Small SUVs

5 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

6 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

7 / 67

Most Affordable Small SUVs

7 / 18

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

8 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

8 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs

9 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

9 / 67

Best Small SUVs for Towing

9 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

9 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

11 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

12 / 13

Best Small SUVs for the Money

13 / 18

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

14 / 20

Most Reliable Small SUVs

14 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

16 / 67

Best Off-road Small SUVs

16 / 19

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

19 / 56

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

20 / 56

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

23 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

25 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

27 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

31 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

35 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

36 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

44 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

53 / 67

Summary Review

The Dodge Journey is one of America’s most affordable 7-passenger vehicles. Those looking for the best bang for their buck may want to give it a look.

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Summary Review

The Hyundai Tucson is a five-passenger SUV with an upscale cabin and plenty of room for cargo and people. The current Tucson was redesigned for the 2022 model year, with new models costing an average of $29,524 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,667.

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Pros and Cons

  • Lowest entry price in its class
  • Some years (’14-’19) had an optional V6 and AWD
  • Inexpensive to buy used

  • Limited new availability
  • Poor safety scores
  • Poor value retention (see pros above for the bright side)

Pros and Cons

  • High quality cabin materials
  • Plenty of standard safety equipment
  • Comfortable ride

  • Tricky capacitive infotainment controls
  • No volume knob
  • No wireless Apple CarPlay with large screen

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Dodge Journey Trim Levels

Crossroad, SE Value

Hyundai TUCSON Trim Levels

Limited, SE, SEL, Sport, Ultimate, Value

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 100000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.68 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

172 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

165 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.045 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

161 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque:

150 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.049 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


19 / 25 / 21

Range (city/hwy):

390 / 513 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


23 / 28 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

377 / 459 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Bluetooth:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Power outlet:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.9 inches

Cargo Space:

10.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

67.6 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

134.0 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.5 inches

Cargo Space:

31 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

61.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

133.2 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3818 lbs

Width:

83.7 inches

Height:

66.6 inches

Length:

192.4 inches

Wheelbase:

113.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.2 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3309 lbs

Width:

72.8 inches

Height:

64.8 inches

Length:

176.4 inches

Wheelbase:

105.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.4 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P225/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/60R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Pitch Black Clear Coat

Blue

Contusion Blue Pearl Coat

Gray

Destroyer Gray Clear Coat / Granite Pearl Coat

Red

Redline 2 Pearl Coat

Silver

Billet Clear Coat

White

Vice White

Brown

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Noir Pearl

Blue

Aqua Blue / Dusk Blue

Gray

Magnetic Force

Red

Gemstone Red

Silver

Stellar Silver

White

White Cream / Winter White

Brown

Sage Brown

Interior Colors

Black

Black / Black/Light Frost Beige

Beige

Not available

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Beige

Beige

Gray

Gray

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