Trim Report

Hyundai Tucson SEL2018

Includes:TUCSON|SEL
$3,150
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2018 Hyundai Tucson SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Hyundai Tucson SEL

Location data for all 2018 Hyundai Tucson trims combined

35States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 34 other states nationwide.

Hyundai Tucson Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Hyundai Tucson trims

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 373 complaints, the 2018 Hyundai Tucson rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
373
Complaints
13
Crashes
9
Fires
Recall Findings
20V5430002020-04-09
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Hyundai Tucson's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 373 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine138
02Power Train44
03Power Train,engine25
04Unknown Or Other17
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic17
373 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Hyundai Tucson Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Hyundai Tucson trims

22–27mpg combined
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21-25city
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25-30hwy
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$1,600-$2,000/yr

Fuel economy for the 2018 Hyundai Tucson ranges from 22 to 27 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Tucson FWD - Automatic (AM7)
27mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city30 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average
Tucson FWD - Automatic (S6)
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city30 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average
Tucson AWD - Automatic (AM7)
25mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
24 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average
Tucson FWD - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Tucson AWD - Automatic (S6)
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
21 city26 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Tucson AWD - Automatic (S6)
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
21 city25 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

SEL Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2018 Hyundai Tucson SEL

How does the SEL compare to other Hyundai Tucson trims?

The SEL occupies a distinct position in the Hyundai Tucson range. See how it stacks up on the 2018 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Hyundai Tucson SEL?

Maintenance costs for the SEL align with the broader Hyundai Tucson ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2018 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2018 Hyundai Tucson page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Hyundai Tucson SEL?

For the SEL, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Hyundai Tucson buyer's guide.

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