2021 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2021 Honda CR-V

Whether you need a spacious vehicle for family life in The Shoals or you’re searching for the next SUV to take you on a road trip far from Northern Alabama, a crossover is a smart bet. But you have plenty of options, and while some might think of a vehicle like the CR-V first, Honda’s crossover has many successful rivals — like the Hyundai Tucson. We compare the 2021 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2021 Honda CR-V so that you can make the right choice.

Need a quick answer? Our chart makes it clear: the Tucson leads on affordability, peace of mind (warranty), and front seat comforts.

Hyundai Tucson or Honda CR-V: Price

Sticking to a budget is a top priority for many Muscle Shoals drivers, and fortunately for those interested in the Hyundai Tucson, this crossover has a lower starting price than the Honda CR-V. Tucson drivers have more trim levels to choose from as well, with six available options. There are only four CR-V configurations available for 2021. It is easier to find a Tucson that checks all of the boxes on your wishlist. 

• 2021 Hyundai Tucson: Starts at $23,700 MSRP for the base SE trim SE and $32,050 MSRP for the top-of-the-line Ultimate trim 
• 2021 Honda CR-V: Starts at $25,350 MSRP for the base LX trim and $33,650 MSRP for the top-of-the-line Touring trim

Hyundai Tucson or Honda CR-V: Warranty Coverage

Not only is the Hyundai Tucson the better value in terms of price, it also comes with better warranty coverage for added peace of mind:

• Basic Warranty: The Hyundai Tucson comes with a 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty. On the other hand, the basic warranty for the Honda CR-V is only 3 years/36,000 miles.
• Powertrain Warranty: The Hyundai Tucson powertrain warranty lasts for 10 years or 100,000 miles, which is almost twice as long as the 5 years or 60,000 miles offered with the CR-V.

Hyundai Tucson or Honda CR-V: Interior Dimensions

Compare the Hyundai Tucson vs. Honda CR-V in terms of legroom and hip room, and you will quickly notice that passengers have more room to stretch out inside the cabin of the crossover from Hyundai. 

• Front Legroom: The Tucson offers 41.5 inches of legroom in the front, while the CR-V offers 41.3 inches.
• Front Hip Room: In the front seats of the Tucson, the driver and passenger have 55.6 inches of hip room compared to just 55.1 inches in the CR-V. 
• Rear Hip Room: Passengers have 54.5 inches of hip room in the Tucson, while in the CR-V, things are much more cramped with 49.5 inches or space. 

Put simply, whether you’re in the front or the back, the Tucson makes it easier to get comfortable — and the kids will have more of their own space in the rear, which you’ll surely be grateful for.

Take the Hyundai Tucson for a Spin Today

Now that you have been able to compare Honda CR-V and Hyundai Tucson models, we bet that you’re interested in seeing the Tucson in person. Visit Greenway Hyundai of the Shoals today to set up a test drive. You can also contact us with any questions.