Next-Gen Hyundai Tucson Spotted: Revolution in Design and Tech
Hyundai’s NX5-codenamed Tucson has been captured by ShortsCar, revealing unprecedented details about the brand’s best-selling SUV. These images showcase a radical departure from any previous Hyundai design – including the recent Crater Concept – with evolutionary headlights hinting at a dramatically new direction.
Bold Exterior Transformation
Contrary to expectations of retro-inspired cues from Hyundai’s N Vision 74 or NEXO, spy shots confirm an entirely fresh approach. The 2027 Tucson features:
skew lines
- Aggressive proportions
- A reimagined grille
- A strikingly aerodynamic profile
Digital renderings by KKSStudio, based on uncovered elements beneath camouflage, suggest the production model will embrace a futuristic SUV identity – abandoning conservative styling for a progressive, tech-forward aesthetic.
Pleos OS-Powered Digital Cockpit
The interior represents an equal leap forward, debuting Hyundai’s new Pleos OS platform with:
- A panoramic 16:9 display with smartphone-inspired UX
- Pleos Playground app store for navigation/entertainment
- “Gleo” AI assistant (Hyundai’s ChatGPT rival) for voice-controlled functions
- Level 2.5 autonomous driving capabilities
This tech suite positions the Tucson as a class leader in digital integration among compact SUVs.
Electrification-First Powertrains
In a decisive shift, Hyundai confirms diesel engines won’t return. Instead, the Tucson will offer:
- Hybrid (HEV) configurations
- Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) with up to 100 km (62 miles) electric range – enabling emissions-free daily commutes
Global Rollout & Pricing
The 2027 Tucson is slated for:
- Q3 2026 U.S. launch (potentially alongside next-gen Elantra)
- ~$24,000 USD starting price in South Korea (34 million won)*
*U.S. pricing may vary but should remain competitive given the tech upgrades and electrified powertrains.
