Hyundai TUCSON vs. Toyota Camry
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai TUCSON and Toyota Camry 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 Hyundai TUCSON and the Toyota Camry.
When we compare the Hyundai TUCSON's and the Toyota Camry's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and overall quality score. The Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai TUCSON's and the Toyota Camry's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Camry is a better car than the Hyundai TUCSON.
Pricing: For a new model, the Hyundai TUCSON's price is between $31,771 and $43,249, with the Toyota Camry priced between $30,679 and $43,023.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai TUCSON loses 45.9 percent of its value and the Toyota Camry loses 37.7 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Camry retains 8.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai TUCSON.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai TUCSON is 8.4 out of 10 while the Toyota Camry's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai TUCSON being ranked 5 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Toyota Camry being ranked 1 out of 9 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai TUCSON is 7.4 out of 10. For the Toyota Camry the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Camry a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai TUCSON.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai TUCSON’s base engine makes 187 horsepower, and the Toyota Camry base engine makes 225 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Toyota Camry has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai TUCSON, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.70 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
31771 - 43249
Starting MSRP:
29200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
29401
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
24635 - 34995
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
30679 - 43023
Starting MSRP:
29000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
29025
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
29000 - 29050
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
33932
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
31731 - 35755
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Hyundai TUCSON Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
9.7 / 10
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai TUCSON
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
11.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
9.6 - 15.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.04
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Camry
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
14.3
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
11.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)
8.8 - 14.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.355
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Hyundai TUCSON Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 18Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
19 out of / 56Ranking
20 out of / 56Ranking
23 out of / 67Ranking
25 out of / 67Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
31 out of / 67Ranking
35 out of / 67Ranking
36 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 67Ranking
53 out of / 67Toyota Camry Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 25Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Hyundai TUCSON Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, XRT
Toyota Camry Trim Levels
LE, Nightshade, SE, XLE, XSE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.70 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
187 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2750 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
38.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
146.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
99.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3429 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
65.6 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3450 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
193.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Phantom Black Pearl
Blue
Atlantis Blue
Gray
Ecotronic Gray Pearl / Hampton Gray Metallic
Green
Rockwood Green
Red
Ultimate Red Pearl
Silver
Shimmering Silver Metallic
White
Serenity White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Ocean Gem / Reservoir Blue
Gray
Underground
Green
Not available
Red
Supersonic Red
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
Ice Cap
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Boulder
