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Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Fuel Cost

Hybrid compact SUV with standard AWD and bold, angular styling. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 38 combined MPG and average US gas prices.

Best for high-mileage drivers who want the lowest possible monthly fuel bill.

  • Great for commuting
  • Low monthly fuel bill
  • Cheap to run
  • Excellent efficiency
  • Updated for 2026
  • EPA-style MPG
  • US avg fuel prices
  • US units
  • Transparent assumptions
City

38 MPG

Highway

38 MPG

Combined

38 MPG

Tank

13.7 gal

Range / tank

~521 mi

MPG breakdown

City38 MPG
Highway38 MPG
Combined38 MPG
521miles
Range / tank

Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year

Based on 38 MPG and $3.45/gal.

Annual cost

$1089

Monthly cost

$91

Cost per mile

$0.091

Gallons / year

316

Estimate your own cost

Pre-filled with the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid's combined MPG.

mi/yr
mpg
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Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. Adjust for your real-world driving.

Estimated Annual Cost

$0.00

Per Month

$0.00

Per Mile

$0.000

~316 gallons per year

Cost by annual mileage

How much you'll spend per year at common US mileage levels (estimates).

Miles per yearGallons / yearAnnual costMonthly cost
8,000211$726$61
12,000316$1089$91
15,000395$1362$113

Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.

How we estimate Hyundai Tucson Hybrid costs

MPG / MPGe
EPA-style combined city + highway figures for the base trim and recent model year.
Fuel price
Average US retail regular gas, premium where required, or per-kWh electricity.
Annual mileage
Default scenarios at 8,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 miles per year.
Trim & year variance
AWD, larger wheels, towing packages and older years can lower efficiency 5–15%.

Sources & assumptions

  • EPA fuel economy dataCity / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
  • U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov)Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
  • AAA gas price trendsRecent national and regional retail fuel averages.
  • EIA electricity ratesAverage residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.

We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.

Frequently asked questions

What is the estimated annual fuel cost for the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?

Driving 12,000 miles per year at 38 MPG and $3.45/gal, expect about $1089 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.

What MPG does the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid get?

Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 38 city / 38 highway / 38 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.

What is the tank size of the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?

The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid typically has a 13.7-gallon tank. At 38 combined MPG, that's roughly 521 miles of driving range per fill-up.

How does Hyundai Tucson Hybrid fuel cost compare to other vehicles?

At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $1089. Compare it to other hybrids on our index page or use the cost-per-mile calculator to compare two specific vehicles side-by-side.

Cheaper-to-drive alternatives

Same vehicle class as the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, but lower fuel or charging cost per mile. Annual cost at 12,000 mi.

Save vs Tucson Hybrid: $363
over 12,000 mi/yr by switching to Toyota Prius
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid· this vehicle$1089
Toyota Prius· 57 MPG$726
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid· 54 MPG$767
Kia Niro Hybrid· 53 MPG$781
Toyota Prius Prime· 52 MPG$796

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