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Hyundai Tucson buying guide (Ireland, 2026)

What a used Hyundai Tucson costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 1,907 for sale right now.

Typical asking price€26,750€11,450–€43,000 for most
For sale now1,9075 under €3,000
First-time NCT pass (2022)86%average for its age: 80%
In short: the Hyundai Tucson passes the NCT more often than most cars its age (86% vs 80%), has no especially costly known faults, its most common engine usually lasts about 320k km.

Used Hyundai Tucson prices by year

Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.

YearTypical priceTypical mileageFor sale
2027€51,4500k km26
2026€44,9009k km206
2025€39,95026k km113
2024€34,40048k km314
2023€28,80074k km269
2022€24,950100k km221
2021€23,500107k km131
2020€18,950134k km75
2019€16,950142k km101
2018€14,950153k km119
2017€12,000180k km137
2016€10,950180k km178
2015€9,300167k km11

Hyundai Tucson NCT pass rate

How often Hyundai Tucsons pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).

YearPass first timeAll cars that age
202286%80%
202186%80%
202068%75%
201974%74%
201870%67%
201765%64%
201652%55%
201547%53%
200924%31%
200824%30%

Most common reasons a 2022 Hyundai Tucson fails: safety equipment (6.8% of tests, more than most cars), headlight aim (3.6% of tests), wheels & tyres (3.2% of tests), lights & electrics (2.3% of tests).

Common Hyundai Tucson problems

Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.

Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500

Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.

Timing belt history · €350–€700

Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.

Engines and how long they last

EngineUsually lastsMotor tax / yearFor sale
1.6 Diesel~320k km~€200683
1.6 Hybrid~320k km~€190501
1.7 Diesel~320k km~€270189
2.0 Diesel~320k km~€27015
1.6 Petrol~320k km~€39012

"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.

Parts for the Hyundai Tucson

Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.

Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves

Before you buy a used Hyundai Tucson

Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.

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