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Toyota Urban Cruiser vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Urban Cruiser or Hyundai Tucson?

Toyota Urban Cruiser vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

Toyota Urban Cruiser

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • somewhat lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Urban Cruiser

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Tucson is marginally cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Toyota Urban Cruiser costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,143 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Urban Cruiser offers significantly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 356 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Tucson

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson offers visibly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 104 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Tucson delivers moderately more torque with 379 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 72 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is somewhat lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,839 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers substantially more boot space – 620 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries markedly more – 545 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson sits just ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Urban Cruiser

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that offers a blend of style and practicality, making it well-suited for urban living. It captures attention with its bold design, while providing a high driving position that enhances visibility and control on city roads. Inside, the Urban Cruiser offers comfortable seating and a range of features that cater to both driver and passengers, emphasizing convenience and everyday usability.

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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Toyota Urban Cruiser
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 38,600 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
395 - 426 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,839 - 1,939 kg
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
411 - 421 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
174 - 184 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
128 - 135 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Hyundai
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