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Owners praise the 2017 Tucson's 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder paired with a six-speed automatic for its blend of power and fuel economy—you get 175 horsepower without sacrificing 26 mpg highway. The raised driving position and tight turning radius make city parking feel manageable, and the back seat folds flat for hauling a dorm room's worth of boxes on move-in day.
The infotainment system (especially models with the 7-inch touchscreen) lags and freezes around 50k miles, frustrating owners during morning commutes. Transmission shuddering between 3rd and 4th gear shows up consistently after 80k miles. Sunroof drain tubes clog around 70k miles, leading to water pooling inside the headliner—NHTSA logged multiple complaints. Some owners report premature brake pad wear by 60k miles.
Under 80k miles: $14,500–$17,500. 80k–120k miles: $12,000–$15,000. Over 120k miles: $10,000–$13,000. Higher trim levels (Limited) and AWD models command $1,500–$2,500 more. Regional demand, service history, and sunroof presence shift prices within each band.
Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.
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