Car Buyer's Guide

Overview

The Hyundai Tucson is a C-segment, five-seat SUV for families who want a conventional petrol SUV but also have turbo and hybrid options in the same showroom. The NX4 facelift range starts at RM143,888 for the 2.0 Style and runs from 2.0 petrol to 1.6 turbo petrol and petrol hybrid variants.

Tucson in 2026 — what's new

The Tucson NX4 facelift carries on into 2026 as Hyundai Malaysia’s C-segment SUV, after joining the refreshed range with the Santa Fe and Staria in 2025. The big 2026 update is supply-side rather than a new model: CKD local assembly is planned in Kulim, with launch targeted for Q2 after the Staria. The current line-up remains 2.0 Style, 1.6T Prime, 1.6T Prestige AWD and 1.6T Prestige Hybrid.

Variants (4)

RM143,888–RM197,888 · est. from RM1,470/mo

Which variant to buy

Most buyers should start with the 1.6T Prime at RM164,888. The RM21,000 jump over the 2.0 Style at RM143,888 buys the 178 hp 1.6 turbo petrol and wet dual-clutch automatic instead of the 154 hp 2.0 petrol with conventional automatic. Pay RM186,888 for the 1.6T Prestige AWD only if you want AWD; the RM197,888 Prestige Hybrid is the dearest choice and the only petrol hybrid.

Colours

across the range — availability varies by variant

  • Amazon Gray Metallic Metallic
  • Creamy White Pearl Pearl
  • Ocean Indigo Pearl Metallic
  • Phantom Black Pearl Pearl
  • Titan Gray Metallic Metallic

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Verdict

The Tucson is not the cheap route into a C-segment SUV. Its RM143,888 starting price sits above the Proton X70, Jetour Dashing, Omoda Jaecoo J7, GWM Haval H6 and Mazda CX-5 entry prices, while the hybrid reaches nearly RM200k. What it does have is a wide powertrain spread and a fresh start under Hyundai Malaysia’s relaunched range, plus CKD assembly in the pipeline.

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Hyundai Tucson sales in Malaysia

116 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #144 best-selling model this year.

33 Jul 2025 Jun 2026 Full Tucson sales data, month by month →

Hyundai Tucson resale value

What a used Tucson holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.

A three-year-old Tucson holds about 66% of its original value — broadly in line with the market average of 64%. The slower the line falls, the better it holds its value.
0% 50% 100% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Age (years)
Hyundai Tucson Market average
Year Trade guide Typical asking Holds
2026 RM178,900 100%
2025 RM154,300 86%
2024 RM128,200 72%
2023 RM118,300 66%
2021 RM69,700 52%
2020 RM63,600 48%
2019 RM55,900 RM49,888 (7) 35%
2018 RM50,400 RM29,800 (5) 21%
2017 RM41,800 RM35,444 (8) 24%

Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.

Generations

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Hyundai Tucson FAQ

How much is the Hyundai Tucson in Malaysia?

The Hyundai Tucson costs RM143,888 to RM197,888 in Malaysia. The range starts with the 2.0 Style and tops out with the 1.6T Prestige Hybrid.

Which Hyundai Tucson variant should I buy?

Pick the 1.6T Prime if you want the stronger 178 hp turbo petrol engine without going all the way to the AWD or hybrid variants. Choose the 2.0 Style only if purchase price matters most.

Is the Hyundai Tucson locally assembled in Malaysia?

The Hyundai Tucson CKD is scheduled for a Q2 2026 launch, with local assembly in Kulim after the Staria. The Tucson NX4 and Santa Fe are next in line after Hyundai’s MPV.

What powertrains does the Hyundai Tucson offer?

The Tucson range has a 154 hp 2.0 petrol with a conventional automatic, a 178 hp 1.6 turbo petrol with a wet dual-clutch automatic, and a 1.6 turbo petrol hybrid at the top of the range.

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