Hyundai Tucson III
Produced from 2015–2021, the Hyundai Tucson III (TL) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 petrol, spanning 161 to 177 hp. The quickest version, the 1.6 T-GDI, covers 0–100 km/h in 8.9 seconds. For fuel costs, the 1.6 T-GDI leads the range at 29 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4475 × 1850 × 1655 mm on a 2670 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Hyundai Tucson III (TL) was manufactured from 2015 – 2021 (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 model years) as a suv. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 161 to 177 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 29.0 MPG combined (1.6 T-GDI).
Power range
161–177 hp
Quickest 0–100
8.9 s
Best combined
29 MPG
Length
4.47 m
01Decision support
Which Tucson III suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.6 T-GDI
29.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 10% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Tucson III.
Performance · quickest
1.6 T-GDI
0–100 km/h in 8.9s · 177 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.0 MPIPetrol | 1.6 T-GDIPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | Nu G2.0 | Gamma II |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,999 cc) | 1.6L (1,591 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 161 hp / 120 kW | 177 hp / 132 kW |
| Torque | 193 Nm / 142 lb-ft | 265 Nm / 195 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 10.0 s | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 189 km/h (117 mph) | 205 km/h (127 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Dual-clutch |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) |
| Highway | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100km) |
| Combined | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 172 g/km | 162 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,460 kg (3,219 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2015–2021 | 2015–2021 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,475 mm
176.2 in
Width
1,850 mm
72.8 in
Height
1,655 mm
65.2 in
Wheelbase
2,670 mm
105.1 in
Curb weight spans 1,460–1,500 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Tucson III: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Hyundai Tucson III (TL)?
The Hyundai Tucson III (TL) lineup offers 2 petrol: 2.0 MPI (161 hp), 1.6 T-GDI (177 hp).
How quick is the Hyundai Tucson III (TL) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 1.6 T-GDI, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.9s, reaching a top speed of 205 km/h (127 mph) with the 1.6 T-GDI.
What is the most fuel-efficient Hyundai Tucson III (TL) trim?
The 1.6 T-GDI delivers the highest fuel economy at 29.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 26–29 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Hyundai Tucson III (TL)?
The Hyundai Tucson III (TL) was produced from 2015 – 2021, spanning the following model years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Hyundai Tucson III (TL)?
4475 mm long, 1850 mm wide, 1655 mm tall on a 2670 mm wheelbase (176.2 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Hyundai TucsonCertification data, 2015–2021
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2015 Hyundai Tucson, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Hyundai official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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