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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 1,970 for sale right now.
Our take on the Hyundai Tucson
A 2023 Hyundai Tucson typically advertises at €28,900 and a 2018 one at €14,950, so it loses roughly 12% of its value a year at that age. At the NCT, the 2021–2022 cars do better than other cars the same year. The 1.6 diesel is the most common engine (48% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 320k km.
Check a Hyundai Tucson's priceNCT pass rate by year
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.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | €52,700 | 0k km | 31 |
| 2026 | €44,900 | 9k km | 208 |
| 2025 | €39,950 | 26k km | 116 |
| 2024 | €34,400 | 49k km | 324 |
| 2023 | €28,900 | 74k km | 275 |
| 2022 | €24,950 | 98k km | 229 |
| 2021 | €23,850 | 107k km | 138 |
| 2020 | €19,000 | 133k km | 78 |
| 2019 | €16,950 | 141k km | 102 |
| 2018 | €14,950 | 153k km | 124 |
| 2017 | €12,000 | 174k km | 143 |
| 2016 | €10,950 | 180k km | 184 |
| 2015 | €9,300 | 167k km | 12 |
Hyundai Tucson NCT pass rate
How often Hyundai Tucsons pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 86% | 80% | |
| 2021 | 86% | 80% | |
| 2020 | 68% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 74% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 70% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 65% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 52% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 47% | 53% | |
| 2008 | 24% | 30% | |
| 2007 | 24% | 31% |
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
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€190 | 672 |
| 1.6 Hybrid | ~320k km | ~€180 | 498 |
| 1.7 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€200 | 192 |
| 2.0 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€200 | 14 |
| 1.6 Petrol | ~320k km | ~€270 | 12 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Hyundai Tucson
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming belt kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
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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