Subaru Crosstrek vs. Hyundai TUCSON
When we compare the Subaru Crosstrek to the Hyundai TUCSON, the Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Crosstrek versus the Hyundai TUCSON, the Hyundai TUCSON is a better car than the Subaru Crosstrek.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Hyundai TUCSON Pricing
A used 2023 Subaru Crosstrek ranges from $26,678 to $34,000 while a used 2023 Hyundai TUCSON is priced between $28,099 to $39,177. For a new model, the Subaru Crosstrek's price is between $26,414 and $34,269, with the Hyundai TUCSON priced between $29,790 and $39,622.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Hyundai TUCSON Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 8.1 out of 10 while the Hyundai TUCSON's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Crosstrek being ranked 19 out of 61 Best Crossover SUVs and the Hyundai TUCSON being ranked 11 out of 61.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Crosstrekâs base engine makes 152 horsepower, and the Hyundai TUCSON base engine makes 187 horsepower. The Crosstrek is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The TUCSON is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 458 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai TUCSON, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Subaru Crosstrek, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Subaru Crosstrek and the Hyundai TUCSON have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$26,414 - $34,269
Used Asking Price:
$26,678 - $34,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
30.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,790 - $39,622
Used Asking Price:
$28,099 - $39,177
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.6%
Subaru Crosstrek Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai TUCSON Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru Crosstrek Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
39 out of / 61Hyundai TUCSON Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 14Ranking
9 out of / 61Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
11 out of / 28Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 61Ranking
18 out of / 61Ranking
23 out of / 61Summary Review
Not yet available
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.
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
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, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Subaru Crosstrek Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium, Special Edition, Sport
Hyundai TUCSON Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL, XRT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
187 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
365 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
25 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 458 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
20.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3117 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
176.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3341 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
65.6 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17