2022 Hyundai Tucson review

2022 Hyundai Tucson Review: 

Hyundai fully redesigned the Tucson, its compact SUV, for the 2022 model year. It marked a significant improvement over the previous Tucson, featuring some of the best tech in a category it shares with the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. There's a lot to like about the fourth-generation Tucson, from its stylish interior to its impressive tech and roomy interior. Its primary drawback is the standard engine, which is sluggish and doesn't get great fuel economy. 

But upgrading to the available hybrid engine fixes both of those problems, getting you better fuel economy and a much better driving experience. The Tucson Hybrid doesn't quite measure up to the RAV4 when it comes to gas mileage, but it's satisfactory for a compact SUV. The real star of the show is the Tucson's interior, which is very handsome for an economy SUV. And then there's the standard driver aids, which go a long way toward differentiating the Tucson from its competitors.

• Technology

• Comfort

• Cargo and storage

• Ease of use

• Driving
  

What tech does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson have?

Connectivity

From 2022 through 2024, the Tucson had the curious feature of losing wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ in higher trims. While it's standard on lower-end Tucsons, models with the larger screen lose the feature. You can still plug your phone into the car to integrate your smartphone, but it was a drag because it made your upgrade feel, well, less upgrade-y. 

Infotainment

Limited trims with the Bose® audio system benefit from excellent sound quality. Notably, even though there is no sunshade or hood over the screen, it's still easy to read in direct sunlight, a testament to the infotainment system's overall screen quality. 

Driver-Assist Tech

The Tucson comes loaded up with useful driver aids. Even the base trim Tucson got lane-keeping assistance and forward collision mitigation back in 2022; but the Tucson got a big upgrade a year later. Starting in 2023, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and blind-spot intervention were all made standard features. 

How comfortable is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson? 

Front Seating

The Tucson's front seats are plenty comfortable, especially on the top-tier Limited trim. They're supportive enough that you'll feel comfortable over a long drive without feeling confined. Both heated and ventilated seats are available, and so is a heated steering wheel. Edmunds' editors found it easy to adjust the seats to find a comfortable driving position, too.

Rear Seating

There's plenty of room in the second row of the Hyundai Tucson, with legroom and headroom to spare for all but the very tallest adults. The rear seats also provide a small amount of recline, which is nice for passengers on long road trips. Heated rear seats are available, which is a useful feature if you live in a colder climate. 

Ride Quality and Interior Noise

Edmunds' editors were very happy with the Hyundai Tucson's ride quality, noting that it did a fine job of absorbing most bumps in the road. There is noticeable wind noise when driving on the highway, but it's not significantly worse than in most non-luxury SUVs you'll drive. 

Does the 2022 Hyundai Tucson have good storage?

Cargo 

The Hyundai Tucson has one of the largest storage areas of any compact SUV. The hybrid in particular is a standout, offering 38.7 cubic feet of storage, the best of any hybrid compact SUV. That storage area is also very easy to use thanks to the accessible height of the trunk; the rear seats fold down flat, creating an even wider storage area. 

Storage

There's a big glovebox and the center console is deep, but it's worth noting that some competitors like the Honda CR-V have even more small-item storage space there. The main center space in front of the center console is uncovered, which might limit its utility for some drivers. Note that Hyundai improved interior storage on the Tucson in 2025, creating wider and deeper cupholders that can handle all but the bulkiest water bottles. 

How easy is the 2022 Hyundai Tucson to use?

Entry, Exit, and Car Seats

Both the front and rear doors open nice and wide on the Tucson, making getting in and out of the vehicle very easy. That also makes installing car seats easy, with even the bulkiest of car seats fitting through the rear door without it turning into a stressful game of Tetris. There's also enough room in the second row for installing rear-facing car seats. Lower anchors are hidden in the cushions but easy enough to locate. 

Interior Layout and Visibility

There's great visibility in all directions in the Hyundai Tucson. That's helped out by excellent quality on the rear backup camera; and the overhead view is very helpful for navigating tight parking lots on higher Tucson trims. Climate controls are frustrating, though. A series of touch-sensitive controls for things like airflow make adjusting the temperature in the Tucson a chore, especially when you're driving. The rest of the cabin is easy enough to use, though. 

What’s the 2022 Hyundai Tucson like to drive?

Driving

This is, in some ways, a tale of two Tucsons. The hybrid Tucson gets up to speed quickly and is generally very pleasant to drive. That's not the case on the standard Tucson. Its engine is sluggish compared to the engines in other compact SUVs, and it can be pretty noisy when you have to really step on the gas. Thankfully, both Tucsons are otherwise pleasant to drive; the steering is not too twitchy, nor does it make driving the Tucson feel ponderous, and the Tucson stopped in an average distance in Edmunds' emergency braking tests. 

Towing

This is a strength for the Tucson. Gas-only models can tow up to 2,500 pounds when properly equipped. That's good enough to tow a small boat or trailer. Considering that the Tucson is largely focused on in-city driving instead of off-road adventures, that's not bad. The hybrids can tow up to 2,000 pounds, which is still respectable.

Fuel Economy/Electric Efficiency

The Tucson Hybrid can get up to an EPA-estimated 38 mpg in combined driving. That's good, but the Limited trim failed to hit its 36 mpg estimate in Edmunds' testing, though it was close at 34 mpg. The regular Tucson gets 28 mpg in combined driving, which is about average among compact SUVs.

EPA Fuel Economy Estimates