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Hyundai Tucson TL (3rd Generation)

2016–2021 · TL · suv

Third-gen Tucson became Hyundai's best-selling SUV of the 2010s on the strength of value and warranty. US lineup ran the 2.0L Nu MPI (164 hp) and the 1.6L Gamma turbo (175 hp) paired to a 7-speed DCT. A 2019 facelift dropped the DCT and turbo, replacing the lineup with the 2.4L Theta II (181 hp). AWD optional throughout. Built at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama.

Watch out: REAL ISSUE: The 2019-2021 facelift adoption of the 2.4L Theta II GDI dragged the Tucson into the same rod-bearing recall pattern as the Sonata and Santa Fe. The pre-facelift 1.6T DCT has its own DCT clunking and hesitation complaints, but it sidesteps the Theta family pattern. Check NHTSA before any purchase.

What your Tucson takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Tire size225/60R17✓ VerifiedView
  • Wiper blades26" driver · 16" passenger✓ VerifiedView
  • CoolantHyundai/Kia Long Life Coolant (phosphate-based ethylene-glycol)From owner's manualShop
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