Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota Yaris Cross
What's the difference?

Hyundai Tucson

$23,888 - $57,980

2024 price

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Toyota Yaris Cross

$31,790 - $41,280

2026 price

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BYD Atto 2

BYD Atto 3

BYD Sealion 5

Chery Tiggo 8 PRO MAX

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Summary

2024 Hyundai Tucson

2026 Toyota Yaris Cross

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 1.6L

Inline 3, 1.5L

Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol/Electric

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Fuel Efficiency

5.3L/100km (combined)

3.8L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Lots of drivetrain options, no matter grade level
Well-specified for grade
Hybrid powertrain proves frugal

Cute exterior packaging
Park it anywhere
Hybrid boost hides low outputs

Dislikes

Drive experience is mixed
Higher price point than before
Safety tech improved but still intrusive

Cabin is ageing
Missing some features for price point
Model-year upgrades are too modest

2024 Hyundai Tucson Summary

For the first time in Australia, the mid-sized Hyundai Tucson is being offered with a hybrid powertrain – which combines its spritely turbo-powered engine with a fuel efficiency-improving electric motor. And it might be enough to swing you to becoming a hybrid fan.

The new powertrain makes the Tucson a proper competitor against Australia’s darling, the Toyota RAV4 but the Nissan X-Trail e-Power and Kia Sportage remain strong rivals.

This week I’m family-testing the mid-spec Elite Hybrid with the N Line option pack to see how the newly updated Tucson handles family life.

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2026 Toyota Yaris Cross Summary

Toyota’s smallest SUV has picked up a few subtle styling and tech tweaks as part of a minor model year update.

It goes up against familiar names like the Nissan Juke and Kia Stonic in the light SUV segment, as well as hybrid rivals like the newer Suzuki Fronx and Chery Tiggo 4.

But does the Toyota still have enough appeal this late in its life cycle?

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Deep dive comparison

2024 Hyundai Tucson 2026 Toyota Yaris Cross

Verdict

The updated Hyundai Tucson Elite Hybrid N Line offers families space, features and easy-enough handling for everyday stuff and the occasional weekend adventure pursuits.

The price point is higher than the previous non-hybrid model but you get a lot of bang for your buck and my family was comfortable this week.

Verdict

The Toyota Yaris Cross Urban is a city-savvy SUV that’s easy to park, nimble in traffic, and relatively fun to drive. It’s cute as a button on the outside, but the cabin doesn’t quite match the price, and some of the tech feels a little behind the times compared to rivals. The hybrid powertrain definitely earns it points but is it worth the jump in price over its rivals? A hesitant yes, because who doesn't like efficiency? But it needs a cabin upgrade to stay truly competitive in our market.

Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota Yaris Cross What's the difference?

Summary

Deep dive comparison

Verdict

Verdict

Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota Yaris Cross
What's the difference?