2021 Hyundai Tucson AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
2021 Hyundai Tucson AWD

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City
22
MPG
Highway
25
MPG
Combined
23
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
22
Hwy
25
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
21
Hwy
26
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,950

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
385 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,928/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,885/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,536/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,697/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,949/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,941/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,646/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,012/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,833/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,901/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 23 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems67 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 67 owner complaints for the 2021 Hyundai Tucson AWD. Top reported issues include engine, brakes and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
35
Brakes
12
Electrical System
11
Fuel System
7
Power Train
7
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
5
Air Bags
2
Speed Control
2

2021 Hyundai Tucson AWD problems by category: Engine: 35 complaints, Brakes: 12 complaints, Electrical System: 11 complaints, Fuel System: 7 complaints, Power Train: 7 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 5 complaints, Air Bags: 2 complaints, Speed Control: 2 complaints.

3
Crashes Reported
3
Fires Reported
8
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

EngineFiled: 11/03/2025ODI#11697088
My family’s safety is at serious risk with my 2021 Hyundai Tucson, which I’ve owned only 55 days. This vehicle has stalled three times while driving, putting me and my two young children in immediate …
BrakesFiled: 02/16/2022ODI#11452185
Purchase new Tucson from Hyundai of Saint Augustine FL in April 2021, the vehicle worked fine. Then in July 2021 the vacuum assist brakes would not hold a vacuum after the engine was shut down, so whe…
Electrical SystemFiled: 07/23/2021ODI#11426171
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Vehicle was running exceptionally well until a software update was applied at the dealership. Hyundai…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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