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2006 Hyundai Tucson
The 2006 Hyundai Tucson is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $26,490 for the base variant and topping out at $34,490 for the Elite S variant.
There are 6 variants of the Tucson available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2005.
The 2006 Tucson was offered with a 5 year, 130,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Hyundai Tucson include 2 in-line 4-cylinder (104kW/184Nm) and 2.7 v6 (129kW/241Nm). All variants feature 4-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $26,490 - $34,490â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $26,490 - $34,490â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Hyundai Tucson
2006 Hyundai Tucson
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2006 Hyundai Tucson
Available Variants
The Hyundai Tucson comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Elite S.
2006 Hyundai Tucson
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Power to Weight
69.19 - 77.38 kW/t
43.8 kW/t
114.58 kW/t
Boot Space
644 litres
387 litres
878 litres
Fuel Efficiency
9.2 - 11 L/100km
9.1 L/100km
13.1 L/100km
Price
$26,490 - $34,490
$26,490
$53,990
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
130,000 km - Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,110 kg
1,986 kg
2,950 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
700 - 1,500 kg
700 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
28.2°
21.4°
50°
Departure Angle
31.9°
20°
53°
Ground Clearance Unladen
125 - 186 mm
125 mm
215 mm
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Base
2026
$38,350
Elite
2026
$43,350
N Line
2025
$45,350
Base
2025
$45,350
Elite
2025
$46,350
Elite N Line
2025
$48,850
Elite N Line
2026
$50,850
Premium
2025
$55,850
Premium N Line
2025
$57,350
Premium
2026
$58,350
Premium N Line
2026
$59,850
Year
2026
2025
Engine Type
2.0L Combustion
1.6L Hybrid
1.6L Combustion
Fuel
Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
115 kW
172 kW
132 kW
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2006 Hyundai Tucson
Dimensions
4,325 mm
1,795 mm
1,730 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,325 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,795 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 607 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Hyundai Tucson
Sales Data
202419,061Total Sales
202520,145Total Sales
20261,729YTD Sales
Hyundai Tucson Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2006 Hyundai Tucson
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Hyundai Tucson is the base variant that starts from $26,490.
See all Hyundai Tucson PricingThe most expensive Hyundai Tucson is the Elite S variant that starts from $34,490.
See all Hyundai Tucson PricingThe best towing capacity of a Hyundai Tucson is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: V6 Awd, GL, Elite and Elite S.
See all Hyundai Tucson towing capacityThe largest Hyundai Tucson is the base variant which measures 1830mm wide, 4325mm in length and sits 1730mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 129kW of power and 241nm of torque are the V6 Awd, GL, Elite and Elite S variants.
The Hyundai Tucson is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Hyundai Tucson is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2110 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson uses Unleaded Petrol.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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