Hyundai Tucson: what it really costs to run in the UK
The Tucson turns heads with bold design and offers genuinely impressive technology at a competitive price.
Based on 1,000 km (about 621 miles) a month on mixed roads. Prices: £17,000 for a 2–4-year-old one, up to £37,840 new. All assumptions →
Buying a 2–4-year-old Tucson on finance
| Monthly cost | £/month |
|---|---|
| Loan payment (80% financed, 5% APR, 3 years) | £408 |
| Fuel / electricity | £86 |
| Insurance (estimate) | £50 |
| Road tax | £16 |
| Maintenance | £47 |
| Total per month | £607 |
| Over 3 years | £ |
|---|---|
| 20% deposit | £3,400 |
| 36 monthly costs | £21,858 |
| Total paid out | £25,257 |
| Minus estimated resale value (~55%) | −£9,350 |
| Net 3-year cost | £15,907 |
Leasing a new Tucson
| Monthly cost | £/month |
|---|---|
| Lease payment (typical deal: 36 months, 10,000 miles a year, upfront payment spread over the term) | £405 |
| Fuel / electricity | £86 |
| Insurance (estimate) | £110 |
| Road tax and maintenance | Usually included |
| Total per month | £601 |
Leasing compares a new car with buying a 2–4-year-old one, so the two are different cars. At the end of a lease you hand the car back; buying leaves you with the resale value, which is why buying is shown net.
Road tax
UK vehicle tax for a car this age is the flat standard rate, £200/yr, whatever its CO₂.
CO₂: 105 g/km.
Engines
- 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid 230hp (recommended)
- 1.6 CRDi diesel 136hp
Costs above use the first engine listed. Bigger engines cost more to buy, insure and fuel.
Why people choose the Tucson
- Bold distinctive styling inside and out
- Excellent standard warranty
- Advanced driver assistance as standard
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