Head-to-head
2026 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2026 Hyundai Tucson
The Chevrolet Blazer wins clearly, 90.1 to 76.7, on fuel & range, safety, performance. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on price and space & cargo.
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2026 Chevrolet Blazer
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer is sold in the U.S. as an electric and gas compact SUV with 8 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Blazer EV FWD, …
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The 2026 Hyundai Tucson is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid, hybrid and gas compact SUV with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tuc…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Chevrolet Blazer
Clear winThe Chevrolet Blazer wins clearly, 90.1 to 76.7, on fuel & range, safety, performance. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on price and space & cargo.
Fuel & range 2026 Chevrolet Blazer leads by 70.2
Price 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads by 13.4
Safety 2026 Chevrolet Blazer leads by 11.9
| Category · weight | 2026 Chevrolet Blazeroverall 90.1 | 2026 Hyundai Tucsonoverall 76.7 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 86.6 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 29.8 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 88.3 | 76.4 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 76 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 77.7 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 90.1 | 76.7 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Chevrolet Blazer: base trim 2LT FWD · Hyundai Tucson: base trim SE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 100 filed with NHTSA).
- It is rated 104 combined against 28 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $1,650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($750 against $2,400).
Where the 2026 Hyundai Tucson answers
- It lists 33 standard driver-assist features against 13.
- It starts $4,600 lower ($29,700 against $34,300 base MSRP).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
47 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $34,300 | $29,700 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,497 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L turbocharged I-4 DOHC with Direct Injection and automatic stop/start | 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | Dual overhead camshafts; four valves per cylinder with tripower system | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 228 hp | 187 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 22 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.47 | 3.648 |
| Transmission speeds | 9 | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 7.1 in |
| Overall height | 67 in | 65.6 in |
| Overall length | 192 in | 183 in |
| Overall width | 76.7 in | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 109 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 64.2 cu-ft | 80.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 30.5 cu-ft | 41.2 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 147 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.8 in | 40.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 39.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41 in | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 41.3 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,020 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,918 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut independent with hydraulic control arm ride bushing and hollow stabilizer bar | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Five-link independent and hollow stabilizer bar | Multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric variable-effort power steering with Active Return Assist | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.7 ft | 38.6 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 321 mm | 325 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electronic |
| Rear brake diameter | 315 mm | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | aluminum | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | P235/65R18 | 235/65R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 19.4 gal | 14.3 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Bluelink+ |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 59.1 in | 57.6 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 56 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
130 features · differences first, then sharedSafety36 differ · 42 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) | — | std |
| Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC) | — | std |
| Chevy Safety Assist: Forward Collision Alert | std | — |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Junction Turning Detection | — | std |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) | — | std |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | — | std |
| Airbags (Front - Advanced): Driver (1) / Front passenger (1) | — | std |
| Lane Departure Warning (part of Lane Keep Assist) | std | — |
| Rearview camera with Parking Guidance | — | std |
| Downhill Brake Control (DBC) - Driver-selectable | — | std |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | — | std |
| Rear side airbags (2) | — | std |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | — | std |
| 5-position seatbelt reminder | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (available all trims; standard on RS and Premier via Driver Confidence II) | opt | — |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes | — | std |
| Anti-theft System integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm | — | std |
| Automatic Emergency Braking (part of Chevy Safety Assist, standard all trims) | std | — |
| Bodyside reinforcements | — | std |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) | — | std |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist | — | std |
| Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking (available all trims; standard on RS and Premier via Driver Confidence II) | opt | — |
| Following Distance Indicator (part of Chevy Safety Assist, standard all trims) | std | — |
| Frontal, knee and seat-mounted side-impact for driver and front passenger, and roof-rail mounted head-curtain for outboard seating positions — knee airbag | std | — |
| HD Rear Vision Camera (standard all trims) | std | — |
| Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) | — | std |
| LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors | — | std |
| Occupant Classification System (OCS) - Seat weight sensor and seat track sensor | — | std |
| Passenger Sensing System (airbag) | std | — |
| Rear Occupant Alert (door logic-type) | — | std |
| Side air curtains with rollover sensors | — | std |
| Steering wheel haptic feedback (for LKA and BCA) | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management | — | std |
| Immobilizer | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection (sensor fusion-type) | std | std |
| Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) airbags (2) | std | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | std | std |
| Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2) | std | std |
| High Beam Assist (HBA) | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/ Individual Tire Indicator | std | std |
Infotainment10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3" color touchscreen with AM/FM, HD Radio™, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio system with 6-speakers (ccNC Lite) | — | std |
| Bluetooth controls (Voice recognition, Accept call, Hang up) | — | std |
| Audio controls (Volume up/down, Mute, Seek up/down, Mode) | — | std |
| Bluelink+ Connected Car System | — | std |
| Controller OTA update capability | — | std |
| Front Dual USB Type-C ports (1 data/charge + 1 charge port (27W)) | — | std |
| HD Radio™ Technology | — | std |
| Second row Dual USB ports (27W charging power) | — | std |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (3-month trial subscription) | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ | — | std |
Convenience9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Proximity key entry with push button start | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | — | std |
| Power door locks | — | std |
| Power Window Switches - Driver auto down/up | — | std |
| Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2) | — | std |
| Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic | — | std |
| Remote release Hood | — | std |
| Storage tray (below 12-volt outlet) | — | std |
| 12-volt outlet (2) - Front (1) / cargo (1) | — | std |
Climate4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| After-Blow logic | — | std |
| Cabin air filter | — | std |
| Manual air conditioning | — | std |
| Rear seat heater ducts | — | std |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 Split fold-down & reclining rear seatback with adjustable head restraint | — | std |
| 6-way adjustable driver's seat | — | std |
| Cloth-trimmed seats (stain- and odor-resistant) | — | std |
| Remote release folding rear seats (from cargo) | — | std |
| Rear center armrest with cupholders | — | std |
Interior22 differ · 22 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2" Multi-Information Display | — | std |
| 3-spoke steering wheel | — | std |
| Assist grips (4) | — | std |
| Bag hook - 2nd row seat back | — | std |
| Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off | — | std |
| Cruise control buttons | — | std |
| Cupholders, Dual - Front center console-mounted | — | std |
| Door handles - Metal paint | — | std |
| Front center console - Fixed armrest storage box | — | std |
| Glove compartment with Damper | — | std |
| I/P switch illumination (hazard) | — | std |
| Illuminated power window switches | — | std |
| Rear coat hanger (1) | — | std |
| Roof trim - Gray | — | std |
| Tilt & Telescoping steering wheel | — | std |
| Inside rearview mirror - Manual day/night | — | std |
| Floor mats - Carpeted | — | opt |
| Front and Rear LED overhead lighting | — | std |
| LED Cargo area light | — | std |
| Seatback map pocket(s) | — | std |
| Sunvisors - Dual vanity mirror with cover, w/ sliding function | — | std |
| Trip odometer | — | std |
Exterior21 differ · 21 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 18-inch aluminum wheels (standard LT) | std | — |
| 20-inch aluminum wheels (standard RS and Premier; included on LT with available Redline Edition) | opt | — |
| Acoustic Laminated Windshield | — | std |
| Automatic headlights | — | std |
| Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam) | — | std |
| Body color door handles | — | std |
| Bodycolor side mirror housing | — | std |
| Chrome upper door window molding | — | std |
| Front variable intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Intermittent rear window wiper/washer (non-variable) | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | std |
| LED front turn signals | — | std |
| Redline Edition (with 20-in. aluminum wheels, available on LT trims; now available with Iridescent Pearl Tricoat) | opt | — |
| Shark-fin roof antenna | — | std |
| Side sills - Material Black | — | std |
| Rear window defroster with timer | — | std |
| Solar glass - Front Door, Windshield | — | std |
| Mud Guards - Front/Rear | — | opt |
| Rear spoiler - Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor | — | std |
| Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | — | std |
| Spare Tire - Compact Temporary Tire | — | std |
Powertrain6 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| HTRAC AWD, Active On-Demand | opt | — |
| Automatic stop/start system (2.0L Turbo and 3.6L engines) | std | — |
| AWD Lock | — | opt |
| Drive Mode - Center-console mounted | — | std |
| Hydra-Matic 9-speed automatic transmission | std | — |
| Idle Stop & Go | — | std |
| Drive Type - FWD | std | std |
Chassis4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electric variable-effort power steering with Active Return Assist | std | — |
| Five-link independent rear suspension with hollow stabilizer bar | std | — |
| Four-wheel-disc variable brake system with power assist; Duralife brake rotors and low-drag brake calipers | std | — |
| MacPherson strut independent front suspension with hydraulic control arm ride bushing and hollow stabilizer bar | std | — |
Cargo6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Tow Hitch | — | opt |
| Cargo cover - Retractable | — | opt |
| Cargo tie-down anchors (6) - 3 on each side, 2 floor & 1 upper per side | — | std |
| Dual level cargo floor (n/a on PHEV) | — | std |
| Trailer pre-wiring | — | std |
| Trailering package (available FWD; standard AWD on 2.0L and 3.6L) | opt | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPChevrolet Blazer
Safety Signal 89 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (1)
Top recalls
- high Service Brakes, Hydraulic 26V717000 · 67,380 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
Hyundai Tucson
Safety Signal 70 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 6
Owner complaints 100 · 21 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (50), Unspecified (21), Electrical System (19)
Top recalls
- high Suspension 26V692000 · 24 vehicles
- high Forward Collision Avoidance 26V316000 · 423,062 vehicles
- high Air Bags 26V254000 · 2,931 vehicles
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 25V549000 · 29 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 26V047000 · 41,651 vehicles
- minor Electrical System 26V400000 · 96,310 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Chevrolet Blazer2LT FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $34,300 (base trim) | $29,700 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $34,300 – $60,700 11 trims | $29,700 – $48,900 21 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV, GAS | PHEV, HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Blazer EV FWD | Tucson FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 104 | 28 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $750 | $2,400 |
| EV range | 312 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) | — |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) | — |
| Roadside assistance | 5 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The Chevrolet Blazer wins clearly, 90.1 to 76.7, on fuel & range, safety, performance. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on price and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer scores 90.1 and the 2026 Hyundai Tucson 76.7. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson starts lower — $29,700 against $34,300, a gap of $4,600 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
2026 Chevrolet Blazer: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 2 recalls. 2026 Hyundai Tucson: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 6 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer and the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
Where the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 100 filed with NHTSA), is rated 104 combined against 28 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $1,650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($750 against $2,400). Where the 2026 Hyundai Tucson answers: it lists 33 standard driver-assist features against 13 and starts $4,600 lower ($29,700 against $34,300 base MSRP). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars.