2026 Hyundai Tucson · Trim vs trim

2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid SEL AWD vs Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD: what's the difference?

The Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD costs $8,225 more. Current optional remains unverified; AWD option totals need a quote. Base MSRPs exclude freight. It starts at $48,900, and the SEL AWD at $40,675. The Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD adds a and a . It also changes the wheels, tires, seats, and audio.

Our Tucson data has all 13 US 2026 gasoline, and plug-in , 21 trim/drive builds and their standard comfort, screen, roof and safety equipment shown here. It doesn't have the future 2027 generation, paint and interior colors, , regional incentives, factory-allocation guarantees and vehicle-specific towing/ calculations yet, so something missing from this page may still be offered.

Plug-in Hybrid SEL AWD, as it comes
Plug-in Hybrid SEL AWD$40,675
Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD, as it comes
Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD$48,900

What changes, as they come

Numbers
WhatPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWD
Tire diameterPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWD29.1″Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD29.2″
Wheel sizePlug-in Hybrid SEL AWD18″Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD19″
Parts
WhatPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWD
WheelsPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWD18-inch alloy wheelsPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWD19-inch alloy wheels
TiresPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWD235/60R18 all-season tiresPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWD235/55R19 all-season tires
SeatsPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDCloth seatsPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDLeather-trimmed seats
Roof glassPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNonePlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDPanoramic sunroof
Gauge clusterPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWD4.2-inch LCD instrument displayPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWD12.3-inch digital instruments
AudioPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDStandard audioPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDBose audio
Equipment
WhatPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWD
Wireless device chargerPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes
Heated steering wheelPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes
Ventilated front seatsPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes
Surround View and Blind-Spot View MonitorsPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes
Onboard navigationPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes
Driver memory and power passenger seatPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes
Heated rear seatsPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes
12-inch head-up displayPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes
Remote Smart Parking AssistPlug-in Hybrid SEL AWDNot includedPlug-in Hybrid Limited AWDYes

The same on both: combined MPGe (77 MPGe), horsepower (268 hp), combined mpg (35 mpg), city mpg (35 mpg), highway mpg (35 mpg) and cargo behind the rear seats (31.9 cu ft).

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Switch to the Plug-in Hybrid SEL AWD in the trim list to see what goes away, or add to either and watch the drawing change.

The Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD, as it comes

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Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD

$48,900

 

2026 Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD8.3″ CLEARANCE108.5″ WHEELBASE19″ WHEELS
MPG
mpg
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Power
hp
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Cargo
ft³
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Clearance
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Packages & options

Powertrain

What your options change

This is a stock Plug-in Hybrid Limited AWD. Pick a package and every part it swaps shows up here, and in orange on the SUV.

  • Has HTRAC AWD
  • Has Heated seats
  • Has Panoramic roof
Powertrain
1.6L turbo plug-in hybrid
Drive
HTRAC · mechanical rear drive
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Torque
271 lb-ft · combined system
City / hwy
35 / 35 mpg · gas mode
Cargo, folded
66.3 cu ft · SAE
Rear legroom
39.5″
Tires
235/55R19 all-season tires
Seats
Leather-trimmed seats
Roof
Panoramic sunroof
Tailgate
Hands-free smart power
Ventilated seats
Front; heated rear outboard
Surround view
Surround View + Blind-Spot View
Touchscreen
12.3″ · wireless CarPlay / Android Auto
Instruments
12.3″ digital
Towing
Up to 2,000 lb with trailer brakes; verify vehicle
Electric range
32 mi · EPA estimate
Electric efficiency
77 MPGe · current specification table; overview says 80
Battery
13.8 kWh manufacturer system capacity; usable not stated

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Lower starting price than the Tucson

2026 Tucson: $29,700

Before destination and options. Cab and body styles can differ. Tucson: SE · SUV.

Higher available horsepower than the Tucson

2026 Tucson: 268 hp

Highest published output in each guide.

Higher combined mpg than the Tucson

2026 Tucson: 28 mpg

Best combined rating, including regular hybrids.

About these comparisons

Each illustration and link uses the build behind its number. Comparisons cover the model years and bodies in our guides. Different rows can use different trims and equipment. Missing values aren’t treated as zero; reported prices and inferred ratings aren’t ranked.

  • Lowest listed trim price in each guide, before destination, options, taxes and fees. Cab and body styles can differ.
  • Highest published output found in each guide. This compares available power, not acceleration or the trim you selected.
  • Best published combined rating found in each guide, including regular hybrids. Plug-in ratings and inferred matches are excluded.