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Hyundai has officially unveiled the next-generation Tucson, its "boldest SUV yet," built around a new 'Art of Steel' design language, an updated hybrid
powertrain and Hyundai's new Pleos Connect infotainment system. This is important for Indian readers mainly as context, since Hyundai discontinued the current Tucson in India back in November 2025 and the new model is confirmed only for Korea this year, with North America, Europe and other global markets following in 2027 — India hasn't been named among them yet.
2027 Hyundai Tucson SUV: Bigger Dimensions
The long-wheelbase Tucson now measures 4,700mm in length, 1,905mm in width, and 1,685mm in height — up 60mm, 40mm, and 20mm respectively over the outgoing model, on a wheelbase that's grown 30mm to 2,785mm. Door opening angles have widened from 73 to 83 degrees, genuinely easing entry and exit, while cargo space stands at 1,067 litres.
2027 Hyundai Tucson SUV: New Lighting and Rugged XRT PRO Variant
The front gets Hyundai's new H-Edge lighting combining indirect and edge-lit elements, paired with sculptural Prism Rear Lamps at the back. A top-spec XRT PRO variant adds all-wheel drive, all-terrain tyres, front recovery hooks and 210mm of ground clearance — 30mm more than standard — positioning it as a genuine off-road trim rather than just a cosmetic package.2027 Hyundai Tucson SUV: Hybrid Gets Real Performance Boost
Hyundai's next-generation hybrid system targets up to 42mpg in the US-spec 2WD variant while doing 0-100kmph in 8.5 seconds — numbers that suggest Hyundai is positioning efficiency and performance as compatible rather than a trade-off. A plug-in hybrid variant, offered in select markets, produces 288hp with 38.7kgf·m of torque and an estimated 81km of all-electric range, backed by a 7.2kW onboard charger.
2027 Hyundai Tucson SUV: Cabin Tech Centres On AI
The dashboard runs Pleos Connect, Hyundai's Android Automotive OS-based system, with a 17-inch or 12.9-inch main touchscreen plus a 9.9-inch driver display. Its standout feature is Gleo AI, an in-vehicle assistant that responds to natural requests — like finding a hiking trail with parking nearby — without menu navigation. The system also supports native third-party apps and over-the-air updates.Since Hyundai has confirmed only Korea for this year and 2027 for North America and Europe, Indian buyers have no timeline to work with yet. Given the outgoing Tucson's weak sales here against the Creta SUV's overlap in features at a much lower price, any Indian reintroduction remains speculative — this unveiling is worth following for context, not for planning a near-term purchase.
