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Hyundai Tucson Towing Capacity
How much a Tucson can pull comes down to what powers it. This guide compares the 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid using Hyundai's specifications on hyundaiusa.com, read November 4, 2026: towing ratings with and without trailer brakes, the tow hitch, trailer wiring and weights, trim by trim. Other model years can differ.
2,750 lbs.gas Tucson, with trailer brakes
2,000 lbs.Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid, with trailer brakes
1,650 lbs.every Tucson, without trailer brakes
XRTthe trim with a standard tow hitch
How much can a Hyundai Tucson tow?
For 2026, Hyundai rates every gas Tucson trim at 2,750 lbs. with trailer brakes, and every Tucson Hybrid and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid trim at 2,000 lbs. with trailer brakes. Without trailer brakes, all of them are rated at 1,650 lbs. Trim and drive type do not change the figure.
Gas, Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid: how the Tucson towing numbers compare
| Item | 2026 Tucson (gas) | 2026 Tucson Hybrid | 2026 Tucson Plug-in Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L inline 4-cylinder, 187 hp | 1.6L turbo 4-cylinder; 231 hp combined | 1.6L turbo 4-cylinder; 268 hp combined |
| With trailer brakes | 2,750 lbs. | 2,000 lbs. | 2,000 lbs. |
| Without trailer brakes | 1,650 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. |
| Trailer pre-wiring | Standard on all six trims | Standard on all five trims | Standard on both trims |
| Tow hitch | Standard on XRT; accessory on the other trims | Not listed | Not listed |
| Curb weight | 3,429-3,657 lbs. FWD; 3,572-3,800 lbs. AWD | 3,593-3,920 lbs. across trims | 4,121 lbs. (SEL); 4,266 lbs. (Limited) |
From the Engine, Horsepower, Combined hybrid system horsepower, Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.), Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.), Trailer pre-wiring, Tow hitch and Curb weight rows of the 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid specifications on hyundaiusa.com, read November 4, 2026. Curb weights are the lowest and highest listed across trims.
The gap between the three is only in the braked figure: the gas Tucson is rated 750 lbs. higher than either hybrid. Unbraked, all three share the same 1,650-lb. rating. If you are shopping hybrids, see the Tucson Hybrid at Hyundai of Goshen.
2026 Tucson gas trims
| Trim | Drive | With trailer brakes | Without trailer brakes | Tow hitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | FWD; HTRAC AWD optional | 2,750 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. | Accessory |
| SEL | FWD; HTRAC AWD optional | 2,750 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. | Accessory |
| SEL Plus | FWD; HTRAC AWD optional | 2,750 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. | Accessory |
| XRT | FWD; HTRAC AWD optional (with Terrain Mode) | 2,750 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. | Standard |
| SEL Premium | FWD; HTRAC AWD optional | 2,750 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. | Accessory |
| Limited | FWD; HTRAC AWD optional | 2,750 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. | Accessory |
From the Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.), Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.), Tow hitch, Front Wheel Drive (FWD) and HTRAC All Wheel Drive (HTRAC AWD) rows of the 2026 Tucson specifications on hyundaiusa.com, read November 4, 2026.
Picking a gas trim does not change the rating, so choose on features. The XRT is the trim that comes with the tow hitch; on the SE, SEL, SEL Plus, SEL Premium and Limited, Hyundai lists the hitch as an accessory. Learn how HTRAC works in our HTRAC all-wheel drive guide, or see the Tucson at Hyundai of Goshen.
2026 Tucson Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid trims
| Trim | Drive | With trailer brakes | Without trailer brakes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid SE | FWD; HTRAC AWD optional | 2,000 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. |
| Hybrid SEL | FWD; HTRAC AWD optional | 2,000 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. |
| Hybrid SEL Convenience | HTRAC AWD standard | 2,000 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. |
| Hybrid Limited | HTRAC AWD standard | 2,000 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. |
| Hybrid Night | HTRAC AWD standard | 2,000 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. |
| Plug-in Hybrid SEL | HTRAC AWD standard | 2,000 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. |
| Plug-in Hybrid Limited | HTRAC AWD standard | 2,000 lbs. | 1,650 lbs. |
From the Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.), Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.), Front Wheel Drive (FWD) and HTRAC All Wheel Drive (HTRAC AWD) rows of the 2026 Tucson Hybrid and 2026 Tucson Plug-in Hybrid specifications on hyundaiusa.com, read November 4, 2026.
Every Tucson Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid trim carries the same 2,000-lb. braked rating; on the Hybrid it is the same with front-wheel drive or HTRAC all-wheel drive. Hyundai lists trailer pre-wiring as standard on all of them.
Before you hook up a trailer
Hyundai's spec sheets give two ratings for every Tucson: one for a trailer with its own brakes and a lower one for a trailer without them. The higher braked figure applies only when the trailer has working brakes. Weigh what you plan to tow, including the trailer itself and everything loaded on it, and compare it with the rating for your Tucson's powertrain.
For engine oil, see our Tucson oil type and capacity guide. For everyday fuel economy without a trailer, see the Tucson mpg guide.
Hyundai of Goshen service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. |
From the service department hours in Hyundai of Goshen's website structured data, November 4, 2026. No Sunday service hours are listed. Holiday hours can differ.
Hyundai Tucson towing questions
What is the towing capacity of a 2026 Hyundai Tucson?
Hyundai lists 2,750 lbs. with trailer brakes for every 2026 Tucson gas trim and 2,000 lbs. with trailer brakes for every Tucson Hybrid and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid trim. Without trailer brakes, each version is listed at 1,650 lbs.
Does the Tucson Hybrid tow less than the gas Tucson?
Yes, with a braked trailer. Hyundai lists the 2026 Tucson Hybrid at 2,000 lbs. with trailer brakes against 2,750 lbs. for the gas Tucson. With an unbraked trailer, both are listed at 1,650 lbs.
Which Tucson trim comes with a tow hitch?
The 2026 Tucson XRT. Hyundai lists the tow hitch as standard on the XRT and as an accessory on the SE, SEL, SEL Plus, SEL Premium and Limited. No tow hitch row is listed for the Tucson Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid.
Does all-wheel drive raise the Tucson towing capacity?
No. Hyundai's 2026 spec sheets show one towing figure for each trim, the same whether the Tucson has front-wheel drive or HTRAC all-wheel drive.
Can the Tucson Plug-in Hybrid tow a trailer?
Yes. Hyundai lists the 2026 Tucson Plug-in Hybrid SEL and Limited at 2,000 lbs. with trailer brakes and 1,650 lbs. without trailer brakes, with trailer pre-wiring standard.
Shopping for a Tucson that tows?
Visit Hyundai of Goshen at 3202 Elkhart Road in Goshen, IN. Our sales team can walk you through the gas Tucson, Tucson Hybrid and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid, and our service team can keep your Tucson ready for the road.
Sources
Towing ratings, towing equipment, engines, drive and weights are from the 2026 Tucson, Tucson Hybrid and Tucson Plug-in Hybrid specifications on hyundaiusa.com, read November 4, 2026. Other model years can differ. Address and hours are from Hyundai of Goshen's own website. Image: Hyundai Motor America.
- 2026 Tucson specifications (SE, SEL, SEL Plus, XRT, SEL Premium, Limited): towing capacity with and without trailer brakes, tow hitch, trailer pre-wiring, engine, horsepower, drive, curb weight, Hyundai Motor America, read November 4, 2026
- 2026 Tucson Hybrid specifications (SE, SEL, SEL Convenience, Limited, Night): towing capacity with and without trailer brakes, trailer pre-wiring, combined hybrid system horsepower, drive, curb weight, Hyundai Motor America, read November 4, 2026
- 2026 Tucson Plug-in Hybrid specifications (SEL, Limited): towing capacity with and without trailer brakes, trailer pre-wiring, combined hybrid system horsepower, drive, curb weight, Hyundai Motor America, read November 4, 2026
- Tucson model page: hero image, Hyundai Motor America, read November 4, 2026
- Address, map coordinates, logo and service department hours (structured data), Hyundai of Goshen, November 4, 2026
- Hyundai service at Hyundai of Goshen, Hyundai of Goshen, November 4, 2026
