Hyundai Tucson vs Subaru Crosstrek
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | Crosstrek SUV |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,450 | $26,995 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $20,641 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $20,641 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $20,641 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal | 16.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 187 hp (best) | 180 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 74.8 cu ft (best) | 19.9 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 2,750 lbs (best) | 1,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | — | 3,296 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in (best) | 105.1 in |
| Length | 182.7 in (best) | 176.4 in |
| Width | 73.4 in (best) | 70.9 in |
| Height | — | 62.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Hyundai Tucson | Subaru Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $29,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Crosstrek SUV $26,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $30,950 MSRP | Premium $27,995 MSRP |
| 3 | SEL $30,800 MSRP | Sport $30,625 MSRP |
| 4 | SEL $32,300 MSRP | Limited $32,995 MSRP |
| 5 | Hybrid SE $30,950 MSRP | Wilderness $33,795 MSRP |
| 6 | SEL Plus $31,300 MSRP | Sport Hybrid $33,995 MSRP |
| 7 | SEL Plus $32,800 MSRP | Limited Hybrid $34,995 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 | — |
