What Sets the 2027 Hyundai Tucson XRT PRO Apart From the Rest of the Lineup?
What Sets the 2027 Hyundai Tucson XRT PRO Apart From the Rest of the Lineup?
Posted on October 30, 2026
Hyundai’s SUV lineup already covers a lot of ground, from the compact Kona to the three-row Palisade and the all-electric IONIQ 9. So where does the new 2027 Tucson XRT PRO fit, and what does it offer that no other Hyundai does?
The answer starts with one feature found nowhere else in the lineup, Smart Terrain Assist, and continues with a set of off-road upgrades that turn the redesigned Tucson into a capable trail SUV. Hyundai revealed the all-new Tucson in October 2026, and it is set to arrive in North America in 2027.
How the XRT PRO Compares
| Feature | Tucson XRT PRO | Rest of the New Tucson Lineup |
| Smart Terrain Assist | Standard, Hyundai’s first | Not offered |
| Ground clearance | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 180 mm (7.1 in) on the standard Tucson |
| All-terrain tires | Standard | Not offered |
| All-wheel drive | Standard | Available |
| Front recovery hooks | Standard | Not offered |
| Expanded cladding package | Standard | Wide cladding on XRT only |
The Only Hyundai With Smart Terrain Assist
The clearest thing setting the XRT PRO apart is Smart Terrain Assist (STA). It is exclusive to this trim and is the first system of its kind from Hyundai.
STA reads traction and wheel slip in real time and gives the terrain a green, orange or red “stuck score.” That colour tells you at a glance whether the ground ahead is easy, tricky or likely to leave you stuck. It is a simple, visual tool that helps new and experienced off-road drivers make better choices.
STA works alongside Target Speed Control, which the new Tucson offers from 2 to 25 km/h. You pick the speed, and the system manages acceleration and braking over rough ground while you focus on steering.
Off-Road Hardware No Other Tucson Gets
The XRT PRO pairs that technology with hardware built for trails:
- 210 mm (8.3 in) of ground clearance, 30 mm more than the standard 2027 Tucson
- Standard all-wheel drive and all-terrain tires for grip on dirt, gravel and mud
- Aggressive approach and departure angles to clear steep dips and climbs
- Front recovery hooks for safe recovery if a trail gets the better of you
These upgrades let the XRT PRO handle washed-out roads, steep trailheads and muddy campsite exits that would make other compact SUVs think twice.
How It Differs From the Tucson XRT
The new Tucson XRT and XRT PRO share a rugged look. Both wear dark metal interior finishes and XRT-exclusive seat patterns and logos. The XRT brings wide frontal cladding, extended black wheel-arch cladding with a forged-carbon-inspired motif, and bold bumper and skid-plate designs.
The XRT PRO builds on that with an expanded cladding package for more lower-body protection, plus everything that makes it trail-ready: Smart Terrain Assist, extra ground clearance, all-terrain tires, standard all-wheel drive and recovery hooks. Choose the XRT for the style. Choose the XRT PRO for the style and the capability.
A Compact Partner to the Palisade XRT Pro
Hyundai’s larger Palisade also offers an XRT Pro trim, with 212 mm of ground clearance and a 3.5 L V6 making 287 hp. The new Tucson XRT PRO brings a similar adventure focus to a smaller five-seat package, with Smart Terrain Assist added.
For buyers who want trail capability without three rows of seats, the Tucson XRT PRO is the compact choice in Hyundai’s lineup.
Everything Else the New Tucson Brings
Underneath, the XRT PRO shares the all-new Tucson’s upgrades:
More space. The Tucson grows to 4,700 mm long and 1,905 mm wide, with a 2,785 mm wheelbase. It offers 1,036 mm of front headroom, 1,064 mm of rear legroom and 1,067 L of cargo space behind the second row.
New technology. The Tucson is the first Hyundai in Canada with Pleos Connect, featuring available 32.8 cm or 43.2 cm centre screens, available Gleo AI voice assistance, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and over-the-air updates. Ground View Monitor and Memory Reversing Assist are also available.
Two powertrains. A 1.6 L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine makes 184 hp and 195.3 lb-ft of torque. The next-generation hybrid delivers 233 hp and 279.9 lb-ft combined, and the hybrid all-wheel-drive model tows up to 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg).
Is the XRT PRO Right for You?
The Tucson XRT PRO makes the most sense if you regularly leave the pavement. Cottage roads, hunting and fishing access roads, campsites and trailheads all play to its strengths. If you want a compact Hyundai SUV with real off-road tools and Hyundai’s newest technology, the XRT PRO is the one that stands apart.
Get the Full Story at Sherwood Park Hyundai
Want to see how the Tucson XRT PRO stacks up against the rest of Hyundai’s SUVs? Talk to our product experts at Sherwood Park Hyundai in Sherwood Park and get ready for the all-new Tucson.