Head-to-head
2026 Hyundai Tucson vs 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross
The Toyota Corolla Cross wins clearly, 95.9 to 80.1, on fuel & range, safety. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on performance.
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2026 Hyundai Tucson
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…
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The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Corolla Cross…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross
Clear winThe Toyota Corolla Cross wins clearly, 95.9 to 80.1, on fuel & range, safety. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on performance.
Fuel & range2026 Toyota Corolla Cross leads by 33.3
Safety2026 Toyota Corolla Cross leads by 23.3
Performance2026 Hyundai Tucson leads by 9.6
| Category · weight | 2026 Toyota Corolla Crossoverall 95.9 | 2026 Hyundai Tucsonoverall 80.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 66.7 |
| Safetyw 4 | 93.6 | 70.3 |
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 100 |
| Performancew 2 | 90.4 | 100 |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 95.9 | 80.1 |
Toyota Corolla Cross: model-level data · 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.
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Specifications side by side
43 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $29,700 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,497 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | Smartstream 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 187 hp |
| Torque | — | 178 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.648 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | — | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 7.1 in |
| Overall height | — | 65.6 in |
| Overall length | — | 183 in |
| Overall width | — | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 109 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 80.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 41.2 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 147 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 40.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 39.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 41.3 in |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), Rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 38.6 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 325 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electronic w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 235/65R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 14.3 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Bluelink+ |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 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
67 features · differences first, then sharedSafety29 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type) | — | std |
| Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC) | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type) | — | std |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | — | std |
| Airbags (Front - Advanced) Driver (1) / Front passenger (1) | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2) | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | — | std |
| Rearview camera | — | std |
| Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2) | — | std |
| Downhill Brake Control (DBC) Driver-selectable | — | std |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | — | std |
| Rear side airbags (2) | — | std |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | — | std |
| Trailer pre-wiring | — | std |
| ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | — | std |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | — | std |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist | — | std |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist | — | std |
| High Beam Assist (HBA) | — | std |
| Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) | — | std |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) | — | std |
| Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) | — | std |
| Steering wheel haptic feedback (for LKA and BCA) | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management | — | std |
| Immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/ Individual Tire Indicator | — | std |
Infotainment7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth controls (Voice recognition, Accept call, Hang up) | — | std |
| 12.3" color touchscreen with AM/FM, HD Radio™, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio system with 6-speakers (ccNC Lite) | — | 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 |
| Second row Dual USB ports (27W charging power) | — | std |
Convenience5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Proximity key entry with push button start | — | std |
| Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2) | — | std |
| Remote release Hood | — | std |
| 12-volt outlet (2) Front (1) / cargo (1) | — | std |
| Driver auto down/up power windows | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual air conditioning | — | std |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | 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 |
Interior5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2" Multi-Information Display | — | std |
| Front and Rear LED overhead lighting | — | std |
| Inside rearview mirror Manual day/night | — | std |
| LED Cargo area light | — | std |
| Sunvisors Dual vanity mirror with cover w/ sliding function | — | std |
Exterior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic Laminated Windshield | — | std |
| Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam) | — | std |
| Chrome upper door window molding | — | std |
| Intermittent rear window wiper/washer (non-variable) | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | std |
| Rear window defroster with timer | — | std |
| Solar glass Front Door, Windshield | — | std |
| Compact Temporary Tire | — | std |
| Mud Guards Front/Rear | — | opt |
| Rear spoiler Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor | — | std |
| Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | — | std |
Powertrain2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Mode Center-console mounted | — | std |
| Idle Stop & Go | — | std |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Tow Hitch | — | opt |
| Dual level cargo floor (n/a on PHEV) | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota Corolla Cross
Safety Signal85 B
NHTSA overall★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls1 · 1 critical
Owner complaints27 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained aboutHybrid Propulsion System (8), Unspecified (6), Power Train (5)
Top recalls
- criticalHybrid Propulsion System25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
Hyundai Tucson
Safety Signal53 F
NHTSA overall★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls5 · 1 critical
Owner complaints82 · 18 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained aboutForward Collision Avoidance (48), Electrical System (16), Service Brakes (14)
Top recalls
- criticalEngine And Engine Cooling25V549000 · 29 vehicles
- highElectrical System26V400000 · 96,310 vehicles
- highForward Collision Avoidance26V316000 · 423,062 vehicles
- highAir Bags26V254000 · 2,931 vehicles
- highElectrical System26V047000 · 41,651 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota Corolla Cross | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $29,700 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | $29,700 – $48,900 21 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | PHEV, HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Corolla Cross Hybrid AWD | Tucson FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 42 | 28 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,500 | $2,250 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross or the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
The Toyota Corolla Cross wins clearly, 95.9 to 80.1, on fuel & range, safety. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross scores 95.9 and the 2026 Hyundai Tucson 80.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross or the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 1 recall. 2026 Hyundai Tucson: 5 NHTSA stars, grade F, 5 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 differences between the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross and the 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
This page puts 43 specifications and 67 equipment items side by side, with the better value marked on every row where the direction is unambiguous and the differences listed before the things both cars share.