New Hyundai Tucson Goes Big and Bold for Fifth Generation SUV
The fifth-generation Hyundai Tucson has had its world premiere, revealing a bold new look both inside and out as it looks to build on its widespread popularity in the family SUV sector.
Hyundai's new car range runs from the compact i10 through to the seven-seat IONIQ 9, and more than half of everything Hyundai sold in the UK last year was already a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric model. The best-selling TUCSON alone comes in three powertrains, so you're not choosing between Hyundai and electrification, just which route into it suits your driving. Every new Hyundai carries a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, and with IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 both named World Car of the Year, the electric range has the awards to back up the choice.
Hyundai's new car range runs from the compact i10 through to the seven-seat IONIQ 9, and more than half of everything Hyundai sold in the UK last year was already a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or fully electric model. The best-selling TUCSON alone comes in three powertrains, so you're not choosing between Hyundai and electrification, just which route into it suits your driving. Every new Hyundai carries a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, and with IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 both named World Car of the Year, the electric range has the awards to back up the choice.
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Hyundai enters 2026 as the sixth best-selling manufacturer in the UK, backed by more than 93,100 vehicles sold in 2025 and a rapidly growing electric and hybrid range. At Vertu, our colleagues can talk you through that full range today, from compact city cars to the seven-seat IONIQ 9, and help you find the right new Hyundai for your budget and daily drive.
That standing didn't happen overnight. Hyundai has sold cars in the UK since 1982 from its headquarters in Leatherhead, Surrey, and Hyundai Motor Company itself dates back to 1967. 2025 carried that momentum further still, with a 4.6% market share and TUCSON as Hyundai's best-selling model.
Alternative fuel vehicles - hybrids, plug-in hybrids and full electric cars - made up 58% of everything Hyundai sold in the UK during 2025. Electric vehicle sales alone grew by more than 10%, led by the KONA Electric and INSTER. That range spans thirteen models at Vertu, and it's about to grow again with the all-new IONIQ 3 due in the UK within months.
It covers every powertrain on the market too: petrol, self-charging hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicle. Whichever you choose, the same Hyundai warranty follows you home: five years, unlimited mileage, backed by five years of annual vehicle health checks and Hyundai roadside assistance. Choose an electric or hybrid vehicle and Hyundai adds a further eight years or 100,000 miles of cover on the high-voltage battery.
Hyundai sums all of this up as Progress for Humanity, a Korean automotive brand's shorthand for building cars, and increasingly clean-energy technology, meant to serve everyone.
Hyundai's UK range splits naturally into three groups: small Hyundai cars built for the city, family SUVs built for space, and the all-electric IONIQ range built to lead.
The i10, i20, BAYON and INSTER share Hyundai SmartSense driver assistance, including forward collision avoidance and lane-keeping support, fitted as standard across every trim. The i20 and BAYON both pair a 90PS turbocharged 1.0-litre petrol engine with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, so neither feels stripped-back despite the compact footprint.
Step up to the INSTER, Hyundai's smallest electric car, and the choice widens. A 42kWh or 49kWh battery delivers up to 229 miles of WLTP electric range, with rapid DC charging capable of a 10-80% top-up in around 30 minutes. On the 02 and Cross trims, the rear seats even slide 16cm to trade boot space for legroom.
The new Hyundai SUV range is led by the TUCSON, Hyundai's best-selling model, offered across five trims and three powertrains. That's 150PS petrol, 239PS self-charging hybrid, and 252PS plug-in hybrid with up to 43.5 miles of electric range. The Hyundai PHEV is also available as a Hyundai 4x4, with four-wheel drive fitted from N-Line Edition upward.
The KONA covers similar ground in a smaller footprint, its fully electric version offering up to 319 miles of WLTP range and 150kW rapid charging. The SANTA FE tops the family range with seven seats as standard, its self-charging hybrid producing 239PS combined, and its plug-in hybrid variant returning 33.6 miles of electric range with CO2 emissions of just 36g/km.
IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 are both official World Car of the Year winners. The family already spans five distinct cars: the practical IONIQ 5, the aerodynamic IONIQ 6, and the seven-seat IONIQ 9, which offers up to 385 miles of WLTP range. Then there's the high-performance pairing of IONIQ 5 N and IONIQ 6 N, each capable of up to 650PS with N Grin Boost engaged.
Every IONIQ model supports rapid DC charging at up to 350kW, enough to add real range in the time it takes to grab a coffee. A sixth IONIQ is already on its way, too: the all-new IONIQ 3, due in the UK within months, though full UK specification hasn't been published yet.
Choosing between Hyundai's electrified options comes down to how you drive day to day. The table below breaks down how each works and who it suits best.
| Powertrain | How It Works | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Self-Charging Hybrid | Never needs plugging in. The battery recharges through regenerative braking alone, and the petrol engine and electric motor share the work automatically. Fitted across the KONA, TUCSON and SANTA FE hybrid SUV line-up. | Drivers who want hybrid efficiency without ever plugging in |
| Plug-in Hybrid | Adds a larger battery, charged at home or at a public point, unlocking pure-electric driving for the school run or commute while keeping a full tank in reserve for longer trips. TUCSON offers up to 43.5 miles of electric range, SANTA FE up to 33.6 miles. | Commuters wanting electric-only short trips with petrol back-up for longer journeys |
| Battery Electric | Runs on stored charge alone across the INSTER, KONA Electric and full IONIQ range, soon joined by the IONIQ 3. Produces zero tailpipe emissions whilst driving and needs no engine to service. | Drivers ready to go fully electric with home or public charging access |
Alternative fuel vehicles, that combined hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric total, made up 58% of everything Hyundai sold in the UK during 2025, so whichever route into electrification you choose, you're driving in good company.
Every current Hyundai model puts connected technology and driver assistance within easy reach, regardless of size or price. Hyundai SmartSense, the brand's driver assistance suite, comes fitted as standard across the range. It typically includes autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist and blind spot monitoring, with more advanced variants adding surround view cameras and remote parking assistance on higher trims.
Bluelink connected car services bring live traffic updates, remote vehicle status and over-the-air updates to most models, so your Hyundai's infotainment stays current without a workshop visit. Screen sizes have grown across the board too. The i20 and BAYON pair a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. The KONA, TUCSON, SANTA FE and IONIQ range all move up to dual 12.3-inch displays or larger, giving the digital cockpit a genuinely premium feel.
Higher trims across the SUV and IONIQ ranges add a head-up display, ventilated seats and premium sound systems from KRELL or BOSE. IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 both offer Vehicle-to-Load, letting the car's battery power tools, camping equipment or a laptop directly.
Buying a new Hyundai from Vertu means the same trusted process wherever your nearest dealership is, backed by the reassurance of Hyundai's own warranty and Vertu's own guarantees.
| What We Offer | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Nationwide Hyundai dealerships | Knowledgeable colleagues ready to help, from your first enquiry through to handover |
| Flexible finance options | PCP, HP and PCH solutions tailored to your budget |
| Part-exchange accepted | We value your current car and offset it against your new Hyundai |
| Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty on every new Hyundai | Peace of mind that doesn't shrink as the car ages or the mileage climbs |
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The tables below show how Hyundai's car models break down by size, from the latest Hyundai models on sale to the IONIQ 3 that's still to come. Jump straight to the size that suits you, and select a model name to view current stock.
| Model | Key Highlights | Who It's For |
|---|---|---|
| i10 | Petrol engines from 63PS to 90PS (N Line); Hyundai SmartSense standard; boot 252-1,050L | First-time buyers and city drivers wanting low running costs |
| i20 | 90PS turbo petrol; 10.25" touchscreen standard; boot 352-1,165L | Buyers wanting a sportier supermini with big-car tech |
| BAYON | 90PS turbo petrol; dual 10.25" screens; boot 411-1,205L | Drivers wanting a compact SUV footprint with hatchback ease |
| INSTER | Fully electric; up to 229 miles WLTP range; rapid charging 10-80% in around 30 minutes | City drivers ready to go electric without stepping up in size |
| Model | Key Highlights | Who It's For |
|---|---|---|
| KONA Petrol | 1.0T 115PS or 1.6T 150PS | Buyers wanting a straightforward, no-plug SUV |
| KONA Hybrid | 138PS combined; up to 60.1mpg WLTP | Drivers wanting hybrid efficiency without plugging in |
| KONA Electric | 218PS; up to 319 miles WLTP range; 150kW rapid charging | Home-charger owners wanting the longest-range KONA |
| TUCSON Petrol | 150PS 1.6T; five trims, Element to Ultimate | Buyers wanting Hyundai's best-selling SUV in its simplest form |
| TUCSON Hybrid | 239PS combined system | Drivers wanting hybrid efficiency in a family SUV |
| TUCSON Plug-in Hybrid | 252PS combined; up to 43.5 miles EV range; 4WD available from N-Line Edition | Company car drivers and commuters covering predictable daily distances |
| SANTA FE Hybrid | 239PS combined; 2WD or 4WD; 7 seats standard | Families wanting hybrid power with the option of all-wheel drive |
| SANTA FE Plug-in Hybrid | 288PS combined; 33.6 miles EV range; CO2 36g/km; 4WD only | Families wanting low BIK and low emissions without losing 4WD |
| Model | Key Highlights | Who It's For |
|---|---|---|
| IONIQ 5 | RWD or AWD; up to 354 miles WLTP range; 350kW rapid charging | Buyers wanting Hyundai's most practical electric crossover |
| IONIQ 5 N | Up to 650PS with N Grin Boost; 0-62mph in 3.4 seconds | Performance drivers wanting an electric alternative to a hot hatch |
| IONIQ 6 | Up to 338 miles WLTP range; 5-star Euro NCAP rating | Buyers wanting Hyundai's most efficient, longest-range EV saloon |
| IONIQ 6 N | Up to 650PS with N Grin Boost; up to 302 miles WLTP range | Performance drivers wanting a genuine electric sports saloon |
| IONIQ 9 | Up to 385 miles WLTP range; 6- or 7-seat configurations | Large families wanting Hyundai's flagship all-electric SUV |
| IONIQ 3 | All-new electric model, coming to Vertu UK Hyundai dealerships later this year. | Buyers wanting to register early interest in Hyundai's newest IONIQ arrival |
Whichever new Hyundai car suits your household, from a small city car to the seven-seat IONIQ 9 (or the IONIQ 3, once it arrives), Vertu's colleagues can talk you through the range and brand new Hyundai deals. Browse our new Hyundai stock, explore used Hyundai cars if a pre-owned model fits your budget better, or find your nearest Hyundai dealership to book a test drive.
Once you've bought, Vertu's Hyundai servicing keeps your car running exactly as it should, backed by manufacturer-trained colleagues and genuine parts. For a personalised quotation on any new Hyundai vehicle, including Hyundai price options, contact your local dealership.
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