Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
17 -19 City / 23 -25 HWY
Horsepower
140 -173
Seats
5
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Danielle C
Perfect car for my small family!
I have had absolutely no problem with my 2008 Hyundai Tucson. I just hit 100, 000 miles last month, and it is still running fabulously. I am up to date with maintenance, so that helps. The seats stain easily, however I have not attempted to steam clean them. My toddler rides well in it, and has plenty of room. I am so happy with this car. It has been my favorite vehicle I have ever owned!
accountCircle Beth H
Family car that is great for singles or couples.
Great car for the price I paid for it. My Dad loved the ease of getting in and out of it. It runs great and is good on gas mileage.
accountCircle Linda P
Great mileage, little maintenance.
The Tucson has easy maintenance, no major problems. I have no complaints. It gets great mileage. Love the vehicle.
accountCircle Sarah A
It is is a very Reliable car
Runs well. Pretty good on gas. Very reliable.
accountCircle Stella S
Very happy I purchased this vehicle.
No problems at all. Have only had to do routine maintenance on it. It has a large capacity 'trunk" for the size of this vehicle.
accountCircle Lynette W
The most important thing others should know about my car is it is good on gas for traveling long distances.
My vehicle is roomy enough for 5 or more people. It is good with gas for traveling. My vehicle seems to be durable in different types of weather.
accountCircle Tate P
Take care of her and she'll be fine.
I like my car because it is an SUV but it is on the small side. I think it is cute and it gets decent gas. It is held up well with all the driving I do. No complaints.
accountCircle Mark F
Its front wheel drive, but must have good tires on the rear.
My 2008 Hyundai Tucson runs excellent, Its a 5 speed. I have had it about 8 months. The only issue so far needs to have the exhaust pipe welded twice.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Matt R
Nothing important because it does not have upgraded parts or boost.
I like my vehicle only in the winter months because the 4wd is useful. Another good thing is the average horsepower rating.. I dislike it because it is a vehicle for older people who do not know how to drive.. I am a sports car fan.
accountCircle Billie C
It is amazing in the snow.
The day I went to test drive it the battery was dead, found out the alternator was bad in it, so they replaced it, a week later the front axle popped out, had to pay for a tow & have that replaced, than had to have the starter replaced, just the other day had to have the radiator fixed!
accountCircle Michael M
The car is very affordable.
The car has lasted me a very long time. It has been very reliable and I have not had very many maintenance issues other than the normal ones. I do the minimal maintenance. If I were not tired of it. I would buy it again. It is a good family car. I would buy it again.
accountCircle Richard C
2008 Tucson used as an SUV.
Getting up there in miles. Runs well but will need brake and a tune up. Gas mileage has been steady at about 22. No major problems since buying new in 2009. Comfortable seating with plenty of head and leg room in both front and back. Regularly carry a kayak or canoe on the roof without issue. New tires a couple of months ago significantly upgraded ride and lowered noise level.
accountCircle Laurie H
Large back seat. Comfortable.
My car is very reliable. I have never had to take it to the shop for major issues since I have owned it. Only regular maintenance. It is comfortable has seating for 5. Easily fits 3 car seats in the back seat. 4-wheel drive is also included. Back hatch has window option.
accountCircle Michael B
It was low cost and low maintenance a good family car. I would buy one again.
This car has served me well. I have done normal maintenance and the car is running with one hundred thousand miles on it.
accountCircle Amy H
It's a nice car and nice to be able to drive also. That's something about my car
There's nothing that I don't like about the velchile
accountCircle Victoria H
Great SUV for a small family.
Has been a good running car. Been reliable, not a very smooth riding SUV. Wish the it was a little more roomy in back seat and cargo area. Has a good air and heating system. The paint on car scratches really easily. Would recommend it for a small family or someone who hauls small items, rear seats fold down.

Hyundai Tucson Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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GLS
140 HP 22-22 MPG 5 Seats
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SE
173 HP 20-20 MPG 5 Seats
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173 HP 20-20 MPG 5 Seats
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2008 Hyundai Tucson Owner Reviews

4.24
55 Reviews
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5 stars 45%
4 stars 38%
3 stars 13%
2 stars 2%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Matt R on April 4, 2021
Nothing important because it does not have upgraded parts or boost.
I like my vehicle only in the winter months because the 4wd is useful. Another good thing is the average horsepower rating.. I dislike it because it is a vehicle for older people who do not know how to drive.. I am a sports car fan.
accountCircle Kim S on April 3, 2021
I have had no major repairs.
The car is dependable. I love the ride and the gas mileage. It is spacious. I have performed regular maintenance. There has been no major repairs.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled John P.

The vehicle very roomy and comfortable for driver and passengers. It handles very nicely on the road. It has ample cargo space and a full size spare tire. The price of this vehicle is very reasonable.

likeFilled John P.

It is very roomy and comfortable. Smooth ride. Very easy to drive. It was reasonably priced and the service center is great. The body has held up all these years and still drives like a new car. I love it.

likeFilled Remondia B.

Drives great is fuel efficient and fully equipped. Is 4 wheel drive. Is fully equipped with lots of airbags curtain bags, seat airbags and passenger and driver's airbags. Does not have Bluetooth no back up camera and no satellite radio.

likeFilled Alyssa S.

The pros of this vehicle are it has a smooth drive, very spacious, and is perfect for a road trip. There are two rows of seats, and a very spacious trunk area. The build is great for anyone, ranging from tall to short, and the seats are very comfortable.

likeFilled Lauren M.

Thai vehicle has a lot of space in the front and back seats. It also has a storage area in the trunk for a spare tire. This car has front seat warmers. Overall this is a very reliable car. I have found that it works perfect my fine through road trips and day to day driving.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled John P.

The vehicle gets very poor gas mileage considering its sleek styling and small engine of. 2.6.. The back hatch does not stay up in cold weather. The vehicle emits a very strong gas smell upon starting in winter.

dislikeFilled John P.

It has really poor gas mileage for the size of the engine which is a small six cylinder 2.6 liter. Would probably be better if it had at least a 3.0 liter engine for additional power on inclines and passing.

dislikeFilled Remondia B.

Driver's great has 4 wheel drive lots of air bags for safety. Fuel economy is great. Equipped with back window wiper blade. Had airbags for driver, passenger curtains bags, and seat airbags. Had tinted windows and power steering.

dislikeFilled Alyssa S.

The gas mileage is not that great, I'd say I have to fill it up every two weeks. Things can break relatively easy, especially if you hit something/ something hits you. The cargo space is good, but not great. The air conditioning can break very easily, and become shotty at best.

dislikeFilled Lauren M.

There are only some things wrong with this car, but of course it depends on personal preference. At times I wish the trunk had a fabric material instead of plastic so the items I place in the trunk do not slide around when I am driving.

Ranks #10 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2008 Hyundai Tucson has an average owner rating of 4.18 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 23 other Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #7 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2008 Hyundai Tucson has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #7 of 23 other Compact SUVs.

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31 MPG
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30 MPG
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25 MPG

Is The 2008 Hyundai Tucson A Good Car?

Yes, it is a compact vehicle and it has a lot of room on the inside. Comfortable and easy to drive. Very good on gas and miles per gallon.
Daisy A.
Yes. The Tucson is reliable, comfortable and is great with speed. It has a lot of space, car seats are very easy to put in.
James L.
Yes, I believe a Hyundai Tucson is a great vehicle. Through my research (reading reviews and consumer reports before purchase) I love and trust the safety features, good gas mileage and sitting high... Read More
Chris S.
Yes, absolutely great car. Owned 2. My car has gone 220,000 miles with most original parts. Will be looking to purchase another Hyundai vehicle.
Valeria D.
Yes. It is the perfect size for a small family with plenty of cargo room for carrying groceries and other things.
Leah S.
Excellent. I will buy it again. Good motor, very comfortable. The car is strong and durable. Never had a problem with it.
angel M.

How Reliable Is The 2008 Hyundai Tucson?

Yes very reliable and never had any issue with it unless is necessary like an oil or tire change as well as water checking.
Daisy A.
Yes it is reliable. The only problems I have is that my passenger window doesn't roll down and you have to manually lock the door.
Tina S.
I believe a Hyundai Tucson is very reliable. In the 11 years that I have owned my Hyundai, outside of regular oil changes and windshield wipers and wiper fluid, all else that I have had done on my car... Read More
Christina G.
Yes, reliable. Normal car maintenance costs and repairs. Only ran into on major repair that is not common. Exhausted had to be replaced
Sydney C.
Yes. The only problems I have had with the vehicle are related to regular wear and tear and would be the same on any vehicle.
Jami M.
Never had a problem with the car. It’s like a horse, strong. I had been involved in a car accident and my car like nothing happened.
Heidi B.

Is The 2008 Hyundai Tucson A Good Value?

I bought it used for $3500 and I think it is a very good value for the quality of the vehicle because it is reliable and not too expensive.
Daisy A.
It was around $4,000 at an auction. It is an amazing value considering the miles I have put on the vehicular already.
Kari B.
I believe a Hyundai Tucson is a good value for the money. I bought mine new and it was in between $19,000 and $20,000. This was the dealer's price (I had a friend working there) and then it all... Read More
Rosa A.
Mine was $15,500 used with 38,000 miles Golf ball dent makes a good deal for me. I think the cost and overall repairs is less than most compact SUVs
Maia M.
I got a good deal on the 2008 Hyundai Tucson from a local dealer. I bought the vehicle used and it was in good shape for the money spent.
J A.
By the time I got it, the price was very reasonable. I paid less than $23,000. I think it’s a very good value for the money
RACHEL D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2008 Hyundai Tucson transmission fluid type?

Answer: The transmission fluid used on the 2008 Hyundai Tucson is Dexron VI. One of the brands or products that You can use is Lubegard Synthetic Synthetic Transmission Fluid Dexron VI. As You probably already know,...

What's the 2008 Hyundai Tucson life expectancy?

Answer: The life expectancy of the 2008 Hyundai Tucson is really dependent on the level of care You put into it. If You take good care of it it can last 200,000 miles to over 400,000 miles but if You don't take good...

2008 Hyundai Tucson: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The recommended oil type on the 2008 Hyundai Tucson is SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30. If You live in an area where it gets as low as 0F, then You can use SAE 10W-30. The brand that would beSTSuit this vehicle is...

How much oil does the 2008 Hyundai Tucson take?

Answer: When equipped with the 2.0-liter engine, the 2008 Hyundai Tucson takeS4.0 liters (4.23 quarts) of SAE 5W-20 motor oil. Models powered by the 2.7-liter engine get 4.5 liters (4.76 quarts) of fluid with the same...

Does the 2008 Hyundai Tucson have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2008 Hyundai Tucson does have a timing chain. You will come into many issues with an engine. A gasket may be loose and that needs to be tightened up quickly. You can have oil leaks and those need to be...

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