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Hyundai Tucson Trim Levels

Hyundai Tucson Trim Levels


The Hyundai Tucson gas lineup offers six trims: SE, SEL, SEL Plus, XRT, SEL Premium, and Limited. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid models bring the full lineup to 12.

Every gas trim shares the same engine, so choosing comes down to comfort, tech, and how you use your compact SUV around Metro Detroit. Here's what each one gives you.

In this Hyundai Tucson trim levels guide, we'll break down what each trim adds so drivers in New Hudson, Farmington Hills, and Detroit know which one to test drive first.

What Comes on the Tucson SE?

The Tucson SE starts with a 187-horsepower 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay®, and Bluelink+ connected services.

That engine produces 178 lb-ft of torque and pairs with an 8-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®. Front-wheel drive returns an EPA-estimated 25 city/33 highway MPG, which stretches your fuel stops on the daily I-96 run toward Farmington Hills. HTRAC® All Wheel Drive is available if Michigan winters have your attention.

The 12.3-inch display also brings wireless Android Auto™, HD Radio™, SiriusXM®, and over-the-air software updates.

What Does the Tucson SEL Add?

The Tucson SEL adds heated side mirrors, dual automatic temperature control with auto defogger, 18-inch alloy wheels, an 8-way power driver seat, and a hands-free smart liftgate.

Those heated mirrors clear frost fast on 20-degree mornings along Grand River Avenue in South Lyon, so you spend less time scraping. Three-step heated front seats, power lumbar support, and rear privacy glass round out the comfort upgrades.

Roof side rails also come standard here, giving you a mounting point for a cargo box or bike rack.

Is the Tucson SEL Plus Worth the Upgrade?

The SEL Plus builds on the SEL with H-Tex® trimmed seating surfaces and 19-inch alloy wheels, adding polish inside and a wider stance outside.

H-Tex wipes clean in seconds, which matters after hauling soccer gear or a muddy dog home. The hands-free smart liftgate with adjustable height setting makes loading easier when your arms are full after a Twelve Oaks Mall trip in Novi.

Everything from the SEL carries over, so you keep the heated seats and dual-zone climate control.

Which Tucson Trim is Best for Towing and Rougher Roads?

The Tucson XRT adds a standard tow hitch, XRT-exclusive 18-inch alloy wheels, black front and rear lower fascias, exclusive side cladding, and Terrain Mode with available HTRAC AWD.

The gas Tucson tows up to 2,750 pounds with trailer brakes, enough for a pair of kayaks on a trailer headed to Proud Lake Recreation Area. Bridge-type roof side rails handle gear on top.

Inside, the XRT introduces 64-color expanded ambient interior lighting, a black headliner, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. LED taillights and Premium LED daytime running lights sharpen the look.

What Comes with the Tucson SEL Premium?

The SEL Premium adds a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, onboard navigation with Dynamic Voice Recognition, a wireless phone charger, and Highway Driving Assist 1.

Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Curve Control reads speed zones and bends ahead, which smooths out a US-23 drive to Ann Arbor for a University of Michigan campus tour. Highway Driving Assist 1 helps hold your lane and following distance on the way.

A power tilt-and-slide sunroof, Hyundai Digital Key 2 Premium, and Hyundai Pay also come standard.

What Makes the Tucson Limited the Top Gas Trim?

The Tucson Limited tops the gas lineup with leather-trimmed seats, a panoramic sunroof, a heated steering wheel, Bose® Premium Audio, and a 12-inch Head-up Display.

Ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and an 8-way power passenger seat keep all five occupants comfortable. Steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters and column-mounted shift-by-wire come standard here only.

Blind-Spot View Monitor puts a live camera feed in your cluster when you signal, which helps during heavy merges on M-5 toward Southfield. Surround View Monitor, Remote Smart Parking Assist, and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse make tight garages far less of a guessing game.

FAQs

How many trim levels does the 2026 Hyundai Tucson have?

Twelve total. Six gas trims (SE, SEL, SEL Plus, XRT, SEL Premium, Limited), four Hybrid trims, and two plug-in hybrid trims.*

Does the Tucson still offer an N Line trim?

No. N Line is not part of the 2026 Tucson lineup. The XRT trim now carries the lineup's bolder, blacked-out exterior styling.

How much can the Tucson tow?

Gas models tow up to 2,750 pounds with trailer brakes and 1,650 pounds without them. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid models tow up to 2,000 pounds.

Test Drive the Hyundai Tucson


Pick your favorite trim and take it out on the roads you actually drive. Our team at Feldman Hyundai of New Hudson will set up a walkaround and a test drive.

We'll get you behind the wheel on the I-96 stretch toward Farmington Hills to judge highway quiet, then into Detroit traffic where the parking cameras and driver-assistance tech earn their keep. Contact Feldman Hyundai New Hudson today!

*Source: J.D. Power

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