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Honda Element vs Hyundai Tucson

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2011 Honda Element

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2026 Hyundai Tucson

Overview

SpecHonda ElementLXHyundai TucsonSE
Selected trimLXSE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112026

Pricing & market

SpecHonda ElementLXHyundai TucsonSE
MSRP$20,825 (best)$29,450
Lowest listing price$7,698 (best)
Median listing price$30,635 (best)
Highest listing price$44,424 (best)
For sale now0414 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda ElementLXHyundai TucsonSE
Combined MPG22 MPG28 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)14.3 gal

Performance

SpecHonda ElementLXHyundai TucsonSE
Horsepower166 hp187 hp (best)
Torque161 lb-ft178 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda ElementLXHyundai TucsonSE
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume74.6 cu ft74.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs2,750 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,515 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.9 in7.1 in (best)
Wheelbase101.4 in108.5 in (best)
Length169.9 in182.7 in (best)
Width71.6 in73.4 in (best)
Height70.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda ElementLXHyundai TucsonSE
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover3 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)105 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHonda ElementHyundai Tucson
1

LX

$20,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$29,450 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$22,075 MSRP

SE

$30,950 MSRP

3

EX

$22,935 MSRP

SEL

$30,800 MSRP

4

EX

$24,185 MSRP

SEL

$32,300 MSRP

5

Hybrid SE

$30,950 MSRP

6

SEL Plus

$31,300 MSRP

7

SEL Plus

$32,800 MSRP

8

Hybrid SEL

$32,400 MSRP

9

Hybrid SEL

$33,900 MSRP

10

Hybrid Blue SE

$32,450 MSRP

11

XRT

$33,475 MSRP

12

XRT

$34,975 MSRP

13

SEL Premium

$33,800 MSRP

14

SEL Premium

$35,300 MSRP

15

Hybrid SEL Convenience

$34,900 MSRP

16

Limited

$39,425 MSRP

17

Limited

$40,925 MSRP

18

SEL

$40,075 MSRP

19

Hybrid Limited

$42,075 MSRP

20

Hybrid Night

$42,575 MSRP

21

Limited

$48,300 MSRP

Live inventory

Honda Element vs Hyundai Tucson FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Honda Element vs 2026 Hyundai Tucson on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Honda Element starts lower at $20,825. Live Hyundai Tucson listings start at $7,698.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2011 Honda Element leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,825).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (38).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better seats: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Honda Element or 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,750).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2011 Honda Element vs 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Element (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Hyundai Tucson (5/5 NHTSA overall).