How much is a 2021 Hyundai TucsonPlug-in Hybrid worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 Hyundai TucsonPlug-in Hybrid on the Irish used-car market is around €29,472, based on 20 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 Hyundai Tucson depreciate per year?

A Hyundai Tucson loses roughly 10.5% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2021 Hyundai Tucson from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2021 Hyundai TucsonPlug-in Hybrid?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2021 Hyundai TucsonPlug-in Hybrid using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Hyundai Tucson2021

Plug-in Hybrid

€30,450ROI listing median

29 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€30k – €31k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 1h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€30,450

private sale ~€28,745 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€20,964 – €25,457

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

72k km

typical 72k km

Days listed

29d

avg on market · demand 43/100

AI Market Summary

Efficient hybrid powertrain cuts fuel costs significantly versus petrol SUVs; strong electric range for daily commutes under 50 km.
Fairly priced against equivalent petrol rivals, but plugin battery degradation after 80k km erodes long-term value — factor heavy electric use into purchase decision.
Major concern: high-voltage battery capacity loss reported post-80k km, plus 12V auxiliary drain risk during storage; confirm service history and battery health diagnostic before committing.
Before purchase, request independent battery diagnostic report (voltage, cell balance, usable capacity); check charging port connectors for green/white corrosion, especially if coastal or rural.
NI import saves ~€10,604 before VRT; add VRT, NOx levy, and registration costs — seller must be transparent on final landed price to avoid surprises.

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Total cost of ownership

2021 Hyundai Tucson · Plug-in Hybrid · per year

Estimated annual cost

€5,641/yr

Per month

€470/mo

Depreciation

€3,095

55% of total

Fuel / electricity

€1,553

28% of total

Maintenance

€620

11% of total

Road tax

€140

2% of total

Charger (annualised)

€233

4% of total

Assumptions: Depreciation based on €29,472 current market median at 10.5%/yr (regression from 20 listings across multiple years). Fuel cost assumes 16,000 km/yr (CSO Ireland average), Irish fuel prices. Road tax uses Irish CO2-based motor tax bands (WLTP regime). Maintenance is an AI estimate based on typical independent garage rates for this model. Home charger cost (€700 typical after SEAI grant) annualised over 3 years.

Annual running cost

16,000 km/yr · Ireland rates

Hyundai Tucson 2021, all powertrain variants

Market-level estimate

All available fuel types sorted cheapest to run · WLTP figures where available · current market highlighted

Plug-in HybridPlugin_hybridthis marketcheapest to run+ charger needed

−37%€1,693/yr

45% electric (19.0 kWh) + 55% petrol (7.5 L/100 km)

Fuel €1,553/yrRoad tax €140/yr

median €29,472

HybridHybrid

−31%€1,854/yr

5.2 L/100 km, self-charging hybrid

Fuel €1,664/yrRoad tax €190/yr

median €29,950

DieselDiesel

−18%€2,206/yr

5.5 L/100 km, diesel

Fuel €1,936/yrRoad tax €270/yr

median €25,473

PetrolPetrol

€2,680/yr

7.5 L/100 km, petrol

Fuel €2,400/yrRoad tax €280/yr

median €29,124

Assumptions: 16,000 km/yr (CSO Ireland average). Fuel: petrol €2.00/L, diesel €2.20/L. EV: smart-night €0.17/kWh (80%), day €0.30/kWh (20%). PHEV split: 45% electric, 55% petrol. WLTP consumption figures used where available; real-world usage is typically 10-20% higher. Road tax uses Irish CO2-based motor tax bands (WLTP regime, 2021+ registrations).

Home EV charger setup

The smart-night savings above require a home charger. Without one, you'll charge on public networks at significantly higher rates.

Installed cost

€800 – €1,500

7 kW charger + installation

SEAI grant

−€300

You pay €500 – €1,200 after grant

Public charging

€0.41 – €0.60/kWh

ecar.ie · ESB eCars network

Annual maintenance

AI estimate · Irish independent garage rates

Maintenance costs

€620

estimated per year

PHEV Tucsons require specialist diagnostic equipment for high-voltage system checks; independent Irish garages may lack tools for battery and charging-system troubleshooting, necessitating main-dealer visits for electrical faults, which significantly increases repair costs beyond standard petrol models.

Annual serviceEngine oil and filter change (5.2 L 0W-20 synthetic); hybrid system fluid inspection; battery health diagnostic (€80 dealer charge included); no transmission fluid change in first 10 years if sealed unit

€220/yr

Tyres (amortised)PHEV weight distribution causes faster inner-edge wear; mid-range Michelin/Pirelli ~€85–95 per tyre; expect replacement every 40,000–45,000 km

€160/yr

Brakes (amortised)Regenerative braking extends friction pad life; average pad replacement needed only every 80,000–100,000 km; rotors rarely replaced under 150,000 km

€90/yr

NCT (amortised)Annual NCT cost spread (€55 every 2 years); hybrid systems trigger extra emissions checks but rarely fail if well-serviced

€27/yr

Consumables & electricalCoolant flush every 40,000 km (hybrid cooling circuit is more complex); spark plugs every 60,000 km; 12V battery replacement every 4–5 years (€80–120); cabin air filter annually (€35)

€123/yr

AI-generated estimate · costs vary by usage and service history · not a financial forecast