The all-new 2027 Hyundai Tucson will arrive in Australia around the middle of next year, with the local range switching exclusively to hybrid power.
Hyundai has also confirmed the more rugged Tucson XRT for Australia, although the new XRT PRO with its additional off-road hardware will remain a North American model only, unfortunately.
The Australian XRT will add more rugged exterior treatment, including extended black wheel arch and lower-body cladding, along with unique bumper and skid-plate designs. However, Hyundai hasn’t confirmed any additional mechanical changes for the Australian XRT at this point.
The more serious XRT PRO receives all-wheel drive, all-terrain tyres, recovery hooks and 210mm of ground clearance overseas.
Australia will receive the long-wheelbase Tucson produced in Korea, rather than the shorter version offered in Europe. It measures 4700mm long, 1905mm wide and 1685mm tall, with a 2785mm wheelbase. Compared with the outgoing model, that’s an increase of 60mm in overall length, 40mm in width, 20mm in height and 30mm between the axles.
While final Australian specifications haven’t been announced, the new Tucson uses Hyundai’s latest hybrid system, combining a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine with 13kW and 47.7kW electric motor-generators and a 1.49kWh battery.
Outputs vary between international markets, with Korean-market versions developing between 236PS and 245PS – equivalent to approximately 174-180kW – while the US model produces 233hp (174kW). A six-speed automatic transmission is used with the hybrid system, with a 0-60mph (97km/h) claim of 8.5 seconds.
Hyundai Australia hasn’t yet confirmed which output will apply locally, or whether both front- and all-wheel-drive versions will continue to be offered.
The hybrid also introduces E-Traction, which can vary electric-motor torque to improve stability and traction through corners. A new Stay Mode can operate functions such as the climate control, audio system and device charging without the petrol engine running.
Inside, the new generation introduces Hyundai’s Pleos Connect infotainment system, using Android Automotive OS. Depending on specification, it incorporates a 12.9- or 17-inch central display alongside a separate 9.9-inch driver display, with over-the-air updates also supported.
Physical controls remain for commonly used climate and audio functions, while the transmission selector moves to a stalk on the steering column.
The all-new Hyundai Tucson is due to launch in Australia in mid-2027, with local pricing, detailed specs and the full variant lineup to be announced closer to arrival.
