Hyundai has introduced some updates for the MY2026 Tucson and Santa Fe lineups, bringing in revised pricing and the addition of Hyundai Digital Key 2 across both models.
The Tucson range now takes a sharper focus on hybrid power, with the 1.6-litre turbo-petrol dropped entirely. The 2.0-litre MPi remains the sole non-hybrid option, with the 1.6-litre turbo hybrid continuing. A three-trim structure continues unchanged as well; Tucson, Elite, and Premium.
Buyers seeking sportier styling will find the N Line package now limited to Elite and Premium grades. Pricing has been cut by between $1000 and $2500 depending on the variant, with the range starting from $38,100 (excluding on-roads).
Other updates for Tucson include new 17-inch alloy wheels for the entry model and a refreshed paint selection, highlighted by the addition of Ecotronic Grey in pearl and matte finishes. Matte finishes are now exclusive to Premium and N Line trims, while Titan Grey Metallic has been phased out.
The larger Santa Fe also adopts Hyundai Digital Key 2 as standard, alongside new wheel designs that vary between the 206kW/422Nm 2.5T-GDi petrol and 172kW/367Nm 1.6T hybrid models. Its pricing has risen by $400 across the range, starting from $53,400 (excluding on-roads). Entry versions now ride on 18-inch alloys, while the familiar three-trim structure remains unchanged; Santa Fe, Elite, Calligraphy.
Digital Key 2 enables owners to unlock, start, and share vehicle access via a compatible smartphone or smartwatch, with up to 15 sharable keys. The system works with Apple, Samsung, and Google wallets, removing the need for a traditional key fob (a physical key is standard as well).
The lightly updated range is on sale now from the following prices, with the price difference from the outgoing models in brackets (excluding on-road costs):
2026 Hyundai Tucson 2.0MPi 6spd auto FWD: $38,100 (down $1000)
2026 Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Hybrid 6spd auto FWD: $42,600 (down $2500)
2026 Hyundai Tucson Elite 2.0MPi 6spd auto FWD: $43,100 (down $1000)
2026 Hyundai Tucson Elite 1.6T Hybrid 6spd auto FWD: $48,100 (down $2000)
2026 Hyundai Tucson Elite 1.6T Hybrid 6spd auto AWD: $50,600 (down $2000)
2026 Hyundai Tucson Elite N Line 1.6T Hybrid 6spd auto FWD: $50,600 (down $2000)
2026 Hyundai Tucson Elite N Line 1.6T Hybrid 6spd auto AWD: $53,100 (down $2000)
2026 Hyundai Tucson Premium 1.6T Hybrid 6spd auto AWD: $58,100 (down $1500)
2026 Hyundai Tucson Premium N Line 1.6T Hybrid 6spd auto AWD: $59,600 (down $1500)
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.5T FWD: $53,400 (up $400)
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.5T AWD: $56,400 (up $400)
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6T Hybrid FWD: $57,400 (up $400)
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe 1.6T Hybrid AWD: $60,400 (up $400)
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Elite 2.5T AWD: $62,900 (up $400)
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Elite 1.6T Hybrid AWD: $66,900 (up $400)
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5T AWD: $72,900 (up $400)
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 1.6T Hybrid AWD: $76,900 (up $400)
