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2026 Hyundai Tucson FWD vs 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Blue

12,000 mi/year · 55% city · national avg prices, Jul 24, 2026 · lowest-cost configuration of each · methodology

At these assumptions, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Blue costs $37.29 less per month ($448/year, $2,240 over five years) than the 2026 Hyundai Tucson FWD. This is the measured energy-cost difference only — not a statement that either vehicle is better.
2026 Hyundai Tucson FWDGasoline2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid BlueHybrid
Full cost and efficiency comparison between 2026 Hyundai Tucson FWD and 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Blue
Measure2026 Hyundai Tucson FWD2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Blue
Configuration compared2.5L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic with select shift · FWD1.6L 4-cyl · 6-speed automated manual · AWD
Cost per month$142.55$105.26
Cost per year$1,711$1,263
Cost over 5 years$8,555$6,315
Cost per mile14.3¢/mi10.5¢/mi
Annual energy used427.6 gal315.8 gal
EPA efficiency28 MPG combined38 MPG combined

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Each side shows the lowest-monthly-cost 2026 configuration of its family at the stated assumptions — other configurations differ. Change mileage, driving mix, or prices in the interactive tool; every assumption stays editable. Same family, gas vs hybrid.

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