Hyundai Tucson Towing Capacity (by Engine & Year)
TL;DR
2022+ Tucson (2.5L): 2,000 lb max tow / 200 lb tongue weight. 2016-2021 Tucson (2.0L base): 1,000 lb max tow / 100 lb tongue weight. Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid figures were not independently confirmed for this guide - check your owner's manual.
How much can a Hyundai Tucson tow
The Tucson is a compact crossover, not a truck, so its towing numbers are modest and they are set by the manufacturer per engine and drivetrain combination - not by the badge on the tailgate alone. The two figures below are confirmed from Hyundai-sourced specification data for specific configurations. Other engines (Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid) and model years may carry different ratings that were not independently verified for this guide, so they are intentionally left out rather than guessed at.
Confirmed figures by generation
| Generation / years | Engine & configuration | Max towing (lb / kg) |
|---|---|---|
| 4th gen (NX4), 2022-2026 | 2.5L 4-cyl gas, FWD or AWD, all trims (SE/SEL/N Line/XRT/Limited) | 2,000 lb / 907 kg (200 lb / 91 kg tongue weight, dead-weight hitch) |
| 3rd gen (TL), 2016-2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl gas, FWD, SE base trim | 1,000 lb / 454 kg (100 lb / 45 kg tongue weight) |
| 4th gen (NX4) Hybrid / Plug-in Hybrid, 2022-2026 | 1.6L turbo hybrid powertrains | Not independently confirmed - check your owner's manual or door placard |
| 3rd gen (TL), 2016-2021 | 2.4L 4-cyl gas, AWD trims | Not independently confirmed - check your owner's manual or door placard |
Why the number on your car may differ
Hyundai sets trailering capacity per engine, transmission and drivetrain combination, and sometimes per trim. A 2.0L FWD Tucson and a hypothetical higher-torque AWD version of the same generation are not guaranteed to share the same rating, and Hyundai's own spec sheets do not always list every combination side by side.
Where to find your exact rating
- The tire and loading information placard on the driver's door jamb
- Your owner's manual, in the towing or trailering section
- Hyundai's official towing guide for your specific model year
- Your dealer's parts/service department, who can pull the exact build sheet for your VIN
Practical towing notes
Tongue weight should generally run about 10-15% of the actual trailer weight - the 100 lb and 200 lb figures above reflect Hyundai's stated maximums for a dead-weight hitch, not a target you should always aim for. Exceeding either the towing or tongue weight limit for your specific Tucson can affect braking, handling and warranty coverage, so treat the placard and owner's manual as the final word for your VIN.
Summary
| Max towing (2022-2026, 2.5L gas) | 2,000 lb / 907 kg |
|---|---|
| Max tongue weight (2022-2026, 2.5L gas) | 200 lb / 91 kg |
| Max towing (2016-2021, 2.0L base) | 1,000 lb / 454 kg |
| Max tongue weight (2016-2021, 2.0L base) | 100 lb / 45 kg |
| Hybrid / Plug-in Hybrid towing | Not confirmed - check owner's manual |
| Authoritative source | Driver's door placard & owner's manual |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Hyundai Tucson: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum towing capacity of a Hyundai Tucson?
For the current 2022-2026 Tucson with the 2.5L gas engine, Hyundai's confirmed maximum trailering capacity is 2,000 lb (907 kg) across FWD and AWD trims. The prior 2016-2021 generation's base 2.0L engine was rated at 1,000 lb (454 kg). These are the only two figures independently confirmed for this guide - other engines may differ, so check your owner's manual.
Does the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid tow more or less than the gas model?
We could not independently confirm a towing figure for the Tucson Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid for this guide, so no number is stated here. Hybrid and PHEV powertrains sometimes carry different ratings than the standard gas engine because of added weight and different cooling requirements - check your owner's manual or the driver's door placard for the exact figure on your vehicle.
What is the tongue weight limit for a Tucson?
On the current-generation 2.5L Tucson, Hyundai lists a maximum tongue weight of 200 lb (91 kg) with a dead-weight hitch. On the prior-generation base 2.0L Tucson, the figure was 100 lb (45 kg). As a rule of thumb, tongue weight should be roughly 10-15% of your actual loaded trailer weight - confirm the exact limit for your model year in the owner's manual.
Where can I find the exact towing capacity for my specific Tucson?
Check the tire and loading information placard on the driver's door jamb, the towing section of your owner's manual, or ask your Hyundai dealer's service department to look up the exact rating for your VIN. Ratings can vary by model year, engine, and drivetrain, so the number stamped for your specific car is the only one you should rely on when hooking up a trailer.