Hyundai has unveiled the fifth-generation 2027 Tucson with a completely redesigned boxy exterior, a larger 17-inch Pleos infotainment screen, and increased interior space, marking its biggest transformation yet.
Key Takeaways
- The 2027 Tucson switches from soft, parametric styling to a boxy ‘Art of Steel’ design shared with the Santa Fe and Palisade.
- Body length grows to 4,700mm (up 60mm) with a 2,785mm wheelbase (up 30mm).
- Height increases to 1,685mm, adding 29mm of rear-seat headroom.
- The cabin debuts Hyundai’s new Pleos Connect infotainment system with a large central touchscreen.
Quick Answer: Hyundai has revealed the fifth-generation 2027 Tucson with a boxier, more rugged “Art of Steel” design, growing to 4,700mm in length and a 2,785mm wheelbase, up 60mm and 30mm respectively over the outgoing model. The cabin gets Hyundai’s new Pleos infotainment system, likely with a 17-inch touchscreen, and rear headroom increases by 29mm.
New Delhi: Hyundai has pulled the wraps off the all-new, fifth-generation Tucson, and the transformation is hard to miss. Gone are the sharp, parametric creases that have defined the compact SUV for the past two generations; in their place is a much more upright, chiselled silhouette that borrows heavily from the larger Santa Fe and Palisade.
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A Bigger, Boxier Body
Hyundai calls the new design language “Art of Steel,” and it shows in the numbers. The 2027 Tucson stretches to 4,700mm in overall length, a 60mm increase over its predecessor, while the wheelbase grows by 30mm to 2,785mm. Width comes in at 1,905mm, and height rises 20mm to 1,685mm — a change that Hyundai says adds a full 29mm of rear-seat headroom compared to the outgoing model.
Up front, a wide horizontal LED light bar spans the fascia, flanked by vertical daytime running lights and an illuminated “H” motif that Hyundai has echoed at both ends of the vehicle, making the headlights and taillights visually interchangeable at a glance.
Inside: A New Screen and a New Operating System
The interior overhaul is just as significant. The new Tucson debuts Hyundai’s Pleos Connect infotainment system, expected to run on a large touchscreen, with earlier spy shots suggesting a display as large as 17 inches, similar to the unit found in the Grandeur. Hyundai has retained physical buttons for climate and key controls, a deliberate ergonomic choice that mirrors the layout seen in the latest Grandeur and Elantra.
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2027 Tucson: What’s Changed
| Specification | 2027 Tucson | Change vs Outgoing Model |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,700mm | +60mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,785mm | +30mm |
| Height | 1,685mm | +20mm |
| Rear Headroom | Increased | +29mm |
| Infotainment | Pleos Connect (expected/संभावित 17-inch screen) | New system |
Powertrain details remain unconfirmed. Hyundai has not released engine or platform specifications yet, though the new Tucson is expected to continue offering a mix of combustion and electrified powertrains depending on the market, with an updated version of Hyundai’s 1.6-litre hybrid setup likely to headline the range (expected/संभावित). Variants reportedly in development include a sportier N Line, a rugged XRT Pro with increased ground clearance and all-terrain tyres, and possibly a full-fledged N performance model.
AutoAkhbar Verdict
The Tucson has long been Hyundai’s best-selling nameplate globally, and a redesign this dramatic is a calculated risk. By leaning into the boxier, more rugged aesthetic that has worked well for the Santa Fe, Hyundai is betting that compact-SUV buyers want a tougher-looking family hauler rather than another soft-edged crossover. With the RAV4, CR-V, and a wave of new Chinese-market EV crossovers all fighting for the same space, the bigger cabin and tech-forward interior could be exactly what keeps the Tucson at the top of the sales charts. Full powertrain and market-specific pricing details are expected closer to the global launch, anticipated for late 2026 into early 2027.
Source Name: Motor1 / Rushlane / autoevolution
FAQ
What is new about the 2027 Hyundai Tucson’s design?
The 2027 Tucson switches from Hyundai’s soft, parametric styling to a boxier “Art of Steel” design shared with the Santa Fe and Palisade, with a wide light bar and illuminated H-motif lighting.
How much bigger is the 2027 Tucson than the current model?
It grows to 4,700mm in length (up 60mm) with a 2,785mm wheelbase (up 30mm), adding 29mm of rear-seat headroom.
What infotainment system does the 2027 Tucson use?
It debuts Hyundai’s new Pleos Connect infotainment system, expected to feature a large touchscreen up to 17 inches (expected/संभावित).
When will the 2027 Hyundai Tucson launch?
A global launch is expected in late 2026 into early 2027, with full powertrain details to follow closer to that date.
