Carsieve All versions
| Variant | Running cost per month | Median price | Listings | Fuel | Engine codes | Gearbox | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 GDI, 132 PS, 6-speed manual | €464 | €12,698 | 192 | Petrol | G4FD | Manual (6) | 2015–2018 |
| 1.7 CRDi, 116 PS, 6-speed manual | €429 | €11,999 | 190 | Diesel | D4FD | Manual (6) | 2015–2018 |
| 1.6 Turbo, 177 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €510 | €15,390 | 168 | Petrol | G4FJ | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2017–2018 |
| 1.6 Turbo, 177 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €541 | €15,390 | 168 | Petrol | G4FJ | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2015–2018 |
| 1.6 Turbo, 177 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €516 | €13,900 | 142 | Petrol | G4FJ | Manual (6) | 2015–2018 |
| 1.6 Turbo, 177 PS, 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive Research | €544 | €13,900 | 142 | Petrol | G4FJ | Manual (6) | 2015–2018 |
| 2.0 CRDi, 185 PS, 6-speed automatic, all-wheel drive | €549 | €15,700 | 130 | Diesel | D4HA | Automatic (6) | 2015–2018 |
| 1.7 CRDi, 141 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €456 | €13,500 | 121 | Diesel | D4FD | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2016–2018 |
At a glance
- The 1.6 T-GDI petrol (G4FJ) and the 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DCT) cause most reported faults. The 1.6 GDI petrol and the three diesels show no confirmed fault in the sources read.
- Reliability: 3/5, because oil use on the 1.6 T-GDI and DCT judder are reported by several sites.
- DIY: 2/5, because engine and gearbox repairs need a workshop. Most checks need no tools.
- Prefer: a manual gearbox, full stamped service history and proof that the recall work was done.
- Avoid: a 1.6 T-GDI that uses oil, and a DCT that judders or lags when pulling away.
Engines and gearboxes
- 1.6 GDI 132 PS (G4FD, 2015-2020): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 1.6 T-GDI 177 PS (G4FJ, 2015-2020): oil use and cylinder wear, see G4FJ oil use and cylinder wear.
- 1.7 CRDi 116/141 PS (D4FD, 2015-2018): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 1.6 CRDi 116/136 PS (D4FE, 2018-2020): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 2.0 CRDi 136/185 PS (D4HA, 2015-2020): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 6-speed manual: no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 7-speed dual-clutch (7DCT, on G4FJ, D4FD 2016-2018 and D4FE): judder and clutch wear, see 7DCT judder and clutch wear.
- 6-speed automatic (2.0 CRDi, to mid-2018): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 8-speed automatic (2.0 CRDi facelift): limp mode after a wheel slips, see Automatic gearbox limp mode.
Known issues
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| G4FJ oil use and cylinder wear | 1.6 T-GDI 177 PS (G4FJ) | From low mileage | No confirmed price |
| 7DCT judder and clutch wear | 7-speed dual-clutch (G4FJ, D4FD 2016-2018, D4FE) | From about 50,000 km | No confirmed price |
| Automatic gearbox limp mode | 8-speed automatic (2.0 CRDi facelift) | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Steering and suspension knocks | All | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Handbrake faults at inspection | All | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Starter battery and start-stop faults | Cars with start-stop | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Door handle and lock fault | All | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Tailgate rust | All | Not stated | No confirmed price |
Before you buy
- On a 1.6 T-GDI, check the oil level cold and again after a longer drive. Ask for oil top-up records. Listen for knocking or tapping when the engine is cold. Oil use above 1 litre per 1,000 km is a bad sign.
- On a DCT car, pull away from a stop in traffic with a cold gearbox. Judder, jerking or lag is a bad sign. Ask for any clutch replacement record and software update.
- On an 8-speed automatic, make several pulls away from a stop, including one on a slippery surface if you can. Limp mode is a bad sign. A scanner is needed to read gearbox fault codes.
- Drive over a few bumps and listen for knocks from the front. Knocks or a shaking wheel point to worn steering or suspension parts. Ask for the last inspection report.
- Check that the handbrake holds the car on a slope. Read the last inspection report, because inspectors often mark the handbrake.
- With start-stop, let the engine stop at lights and restart it several times. Start-stop that fails to work points to the starter battery. Ask when the battery was last replaced.
- Open each door from outside with one pull. A door that needs a second pull, or opens only from inside, is a fault. Ask whether the lock was replaced.
- Look at the tailgate edges and the lower doors for rust bubbles.
- Enter the VIN on the manufacturer or KBA recall check. Ask the seller for proof that any open campaign work is done.
Running costs
| Operational | €199 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €127 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €168 |
| Total per month | €494 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €76 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de priced up to 50,000 EUR, 29 October 2026.
- Listings
- 1,065
- 25th percentile
- €11,999
- Median price
- €13,500
- 75th percentile
- €15,000
- Median mileage
- 117,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2017
- Dealer share
- 74.7%
- Price at 100,000 km
- €14,496
To check a listing's price, open its variant in the table above. Each variant page has a price check.
In detail
G4FJ oil use and cylinder wear
Oil use starts early on the 1.6 T-GDI. Za Rulem says it begins at low mileage. TechInsider says it rises because the cast-iron cylinder liners lose their roundness. Australian Car Reviews describes oil use above 1 litre per 1,000 km and loud knocking when cold on the 1.6 GDI Turbo. The cylinder bore scores, so the piston skirts rub the wall. If oil pressure is lost, the engine can seize. The same site says the fix is a rebuild or a new cylinder block. No cost is given.
Sources: Za Rulem: Tucson III review, TechInsider: Tucson TL long-life advice, Australian Car Reviews: Tucson TL recalls and faults
7DCT judder and clutch wear
The 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox judders and jerks when pulling away, mostly in traffic and from cold. It can also hesitate, skip gears or lose drive at low speed. Auto Express calls it easily confused and laggy when moving off. Za Rulem gives the start of the problem as after 50,000 km, and says worn clutches were replaced under warranty. Gebrauchtwagenberater.de says a software update may help. No repair price is given.
Sources: Za Rulem: Tucson III review, gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Hyundai Tucson III problems, CarWiki: Hyundai Tucson problems, Auto Express: used Tucson Mk3 buyer's guide
Automatic gearbox limp mode
The 8-speed automatic can go into limp mode, with reduced power, when a wheel slips. Za Rulem names the gearbox A8LF2. TechInsider says harsh starts can damage the torque converter damper, and that debris then wears the oil pump and burns the friction clutches. Its advice is to start smoothly and to have the gearbox checked before buying. No mileage or cost is given.
Sources: Za Rulem: Tucson III review, TechInsider: Tucson TL long-life advice
Steering and suspension knocks
Over bumps the steering can knock, with a vibration through the wheel. Tengrinews says the cause is the elastic coupling of the electric power steering. The fix it describes is a 2 mm spacer gasket. It also names the right stabiliser strut and the front bushings as knock sources. Gebrauchtwagenberater.de says tie rods are often flagged at the TÜV inspection. CarWiki says axle and suspension faults are common at inspection, because of the car's weight. No cost is given.
Sources: Tengrinews: problems of the third-generation Tucson, gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Hyundai Tucson III problems, CarWiki: Hyundai Tucson problems
Handbrake faults at inspection
CarWiki and gebrauchtwagenberater.de both say the handbrake is often marked down at the TÜV inspection. No repair cost is given.
Sources: CarWiki: Hyundai Tucson problems, gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Hyundai Tucson III problems
Starter battery and start-stop faults
The start-stop system is unreliable when the starter battery is not charged enough. CarWiki says start-stop faults usually come with battery damage. Gebrauchtwagenberater.de names the same cause. No fix or cost is given.
Sources: CarWiki: Hyundai Tucson problems, gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Hyundai Tucson III problems
Door handle and lock fault
A door can need a second pull, or open only from inside. CarWiki says the handle must be pulled twice. Gebrauchtwagenberater.de says Hyundai acknowledged the problem and replaced the locks under warranty. No repair cost is given.
Sources: CarWiki: Hyundai Tucson problems, gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Hyundai Tucson III problems
Tailgate rust
Rust appears on the tailgate, and CarWiki also names the doors. Gebrauchtwagenberater.de says tailgate rust can still be an issue on this car. No repair cost is given.
Sources: CarWiki: Hyundai Tucson problems, gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Hyundai Tucson III problems
Recalls
| Country | Code | Years | What is done |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK and Germany (Auto Express, CarWiki, gebrauchtwagenberater.de, AUTO BILD) | not given | Built 2015 to March 2016 | The bonnet catch can fail and let the bonnet fly up. The catch is replaced (CarWiki). |
| Germany (CarWiki, gebrauchtwagenberater.de, AUTO BILD) | not given | Built 2017 to 2020 | The ABS module can overload and short, which risks a fire. The module fuse is replaced and the ESP software updated (CarWiki). |
Recall codes are not given in the sources read. Check each open campaign by VIN.
Maintenance
- Insist on a fully stamped service history, above all on a DCT car.
- Keep the starter battery charged. A weak battery makes start-stop unreliable.
Sources: RAC Drive: Tucson 2015-2018 review, gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Hyundai Tucson III problems, CarWiki: Hyundai Tucson problems
Sources
English
- Auto Express: used Tucson Mk3 buyer's guide
- Australian Car Reviews: Tucson TL recalls and faults
- RAC Drive: Tucson 2015-2018 review
German
- CarWiki: Hyundai Tucson problems
- gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Hyundai Tucson III problems
- AUTO BILD: Hyundai Tucson faults
- ADAC Autokatalog: Hyundai Tucson