Under the Tucson Sun: Hyundai Revives Tucson Sport Trim

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The Hyundai Tucson Sport returns as a late addition to the compact crossover’s lineup for the 2018 model year. The model joins the SE, SEL, Value, SEL Plus, and Limited trims.

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Unlike the 2017 Tucson Sport, which relied on a 175-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission for motivation, the new Sport trim comes with a larger, 2.4-liter inline-four and a six-speed automatic gearbox. Its formidable 181 horsepower helps the Sport lives up to its name, as it’s the most powerful 2018 Tucson. The 1.6-liter turbo remains available on the Value and Limited models, while a naturally aspirated 164-hp 2.0-liter inline-four powers the SE and SEL.

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Unfortunately, the Sport requires more fuel to feed its extra ponies, and the front-wheel-drive model earns EPA ratings of 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway, while the all-wheel-drive version sees those figures fall to 21/25 mpg. For comparison, 2.0-liter with front-wheel drive is rated at 23/30 mpg. Adding all-wheel drive lowers those estimates to 21/26. Meanwhile, 1.6-liter turbo model earns ratings of 25/30 with front-wheel drive and 24/28 with all-wheel drive.

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Along with its bigger engine, the 2018 Tucson Sport comes standard with niceties such as 19-inch wheels and tires, proximity key with push-button start, a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a blind-spot monitor. The Tucson Sport starts at $26,130 (add $1400 for all-wheel drive), placing it between the SEL and Value trims.

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