2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Reviews - Verified Owners

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Greg G.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

12/01/2025

Verified Review

2023 PHEV Tucson

We liked the vehicle, however, ultimately Hyundai had to buy it back because of hybrid drive issues. That said we ultimately purchased the same vehicle except it’s a 2025 because of how Hyundai handled the buyback process.

Recommended

Lawrence N.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/18/2025

Verified Review

Practical, lots of features, works well for my needs.

I wanted to go electric, but as we make 4 to 5 trips of 450 - 500 miles annually, was worried about range and added times to that trip with a full EV. This has been the perfect compromise. Around town and to and from work the 33 mile all electric range is ample, with mpg per the trip computer > 800 mpg! We really only need to put in gas for our road trips, and on those we get ~ 34 mpg highway (very speed dependent, if sticking < 60 - 65 mph, mpg drops to low 30s if going faster). The car has lots of great features (love the blindspot view monitor, surround cameras, and the ability to back if out of a tight parking space using just the key fob.). It is very quiet with a comfortable smooth ride, and acceleration is fine, and it is easy to keep in electric mode. Minor complaints: Would prefer more knobs to touch screen for the infotainment and climate control (think have been improved starting 2025), heat pump would be nice as heat kicks in the gas engine, and gas tank is on the smaller side, limiting range. (But we generally stop several times on our road trips to let our dog run around, so not a big deal to refuel.) Overall has been a great choice for our needs, and so far no mechanical issues.

Recommended

Timothy C.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/18/2025

Verified Review

Solid construction, some design flaws

The Tucson is a solid choice in its class. Local driving has great gas milage. The premium features, such as heated steering wheel and cooling front seats are really nice. Harsher weather, such as below freezing, accentuate some design flaws, such as placement of windshields (they do not have a heating element, making them freeze to the windshield), and the windshield can get ice buildup on the inside. For most other conditions, pretty good to great car.

Jeanne V.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/17/2025

Verified Review

Heat doesn’t work with phev

Heat is negligible when using phev in cooler weather Driver seatbelt is uncomfortable

Hyundai Motor America responded on 11/18/2025 08:10 AM

Hello Jeanne, we are really sorry to hear about your experience with heater and seatbelt on your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid. Your feedback will help us in identifying the areas where we can improve overall driving experience and durability of our vehicles. Thank you for your feedback. ^cc

Deborah S.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/17/2025

Verified Review

Love my hybrid.

I do mostly only around town driving. I charge my car once a day. Most months I only spend $40 a month. Had a problem with transmission, but it sounds like it is a common problem.

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Wanda P.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/17/2025

Verified Review

Awesome except for the video display

This car is the most fun to drive of any I have ever owned! It's quiet, VERY roomy compared to my old Forester, especially for the driver. My friends love riding in it. Did I mention QUIET? It drives on the highway like a much bigger car. It's smooth, it's powerful, and gets great mileage. The safety features like lane assist work GREAT and are integrated IMO better than any of the (many) rental cars I have driven. The self-braking cruise control is WONDERFUL and is gonna prevent a lot of wrecks. The video display works, but it's dorky. You have to take your eyes off the road to find the right virtual buttons to adjust the radio or HVAC. This is common in vehicles of this year, but it's stupid and inconvenient. ALL manufacturers need to go back to making consoles with tactile feedback so we can keep eyes on the road at all times.

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Kate S.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/17/2025

Verified Review

Airbag failure

Unfortunately, our 2023 Hyundai was totaled when it was struck at the right front bumper and wheel well. There was no airbag deployment and even though the front axle was split in two, the vehicle kept dinging advising that the lead vehicle had driven away. Our car had less than 3K miles on it. Heartbreaking! We still have concerns about airbag performance in our new Hyundai.

Hyundai Motor America responded on 11/17/2025 02:56 PM

Hello Kate, We are sorry to hear about your experience with your vehicle, particularly regarding the airbag failure during such a serious incident. Your feedback is crucial in helping us identify areas where we can improve the overall safety, driving experience, and durability of our vehicles. We understand your concerns about airbag performance and take them seriously. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. ^cc

Son C.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/14/2025

Verified Review

Actually 4.75+!

The best car I have ever had. Great comfort, performance, and saves gas.

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Michael P.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/08/2025

Verified Review

Great service

Recommended

Aharon K.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/05/2025

Verified Review

Does not hold up to expectations

The car still uses some gas when running on battery and the hybrid mode gets 30mbg and is advertised as 35mpg

Hyundai Motor America responded on 11/05/2025 10:59 AM

Hello Aharon,

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Tucson Plug-In Hybrid. We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. ^cc

John Z.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/04/2025

Verified Review

More than satisfied

Purchased this plug in hybrid because it was way more comfortable than getting in and out of my Tesla Model S. My range anxiety went away and my daily use is now limited to battery only. The AC and other amenities are top notch and more comfortable than my 2016 Tesla. Charging overnight yields a >100 mpg in coastal Delaware. 70 mpg lifetime.

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Blaise V.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/04/2025

Verified Review

Great combination of gas and electric

Comfortable and solid ride with just the right amount of tech. Although not self driving, the driving assist helps out on long trips making them more bearable. Most of my commute is less than 30 miles, so I hardly ever use the gas engine. Gas to battery usage is seamless and unnoticeable.

Recommended

Jean H.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/04/2025

Verified Review

great car

my review is reflected in the survey below.

Recommended

Daniel S.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

11/03/2025

Verified Review

What a great car!

This vehicle has delivered on its promise. Great ride, economical, has bells and whistles, in a beautiful package.

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Benny G.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

10/28/2025

Verified Review

Great car Poor Service

Hyundai service centers need to improve!

Marsha N.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

10/27/2025

Verified Review

Auto Review

It is a good car, and the hybrid feature is a plus. I prefer nobs to turn on the radio and an elevated screen. The deep storage compartment between the front seats is impractical. It just isn't a fun, exciting car to drive.

Hyundai Motor America responded on 10/27/2025 06:47 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, Marsha. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc

Aaron T.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

10/24/2025

Verified Review

Great car for around town

This is a great car if you are primarily using it for local, around town driving, but the drive experience drops once you are no longer driving off the battery.

Hyundai Motor America responded on 10/27/2025 06:41 AM

Hey Aaron, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far. We apologize for any inconvenience. We encourage you to visit your local authorized Hyundai dealership for further inspection and assistance. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer Connect Center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc.

Mark J.

2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

Verified Owner

10/24/2025

Verified Review

23 tuscon PHEV

Overall quite happy with comfort and performance. A seel point was it being quieter than other brand's. Electric option is nice, but ideal range is 50-60 miles vs typical 31. Dislike button PDNR location. Cockpit cramps. Surround soundis poor.

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