Most of the Hyundais rolling off our lot on 159th Street are SUVs, and it is easy to see why. From the city-sized Venue to the three-row Palisade, Hyundai builds a crossover for nearly every household, budget and powertrain preference, including hybrids, a plug-in hybrid and all-electric IONIQ models. At Watson Family Hyundai, 8101 W 159th St in Tinley Park, you can compare them back to back and drive them on the roads you use every day.
Start with the size and seating ladder below, jump to a model, then read our tips on all-wheel drive and choosing the right size.
Find your row count first, then your powertrain. Stock and features change often, so give us a call to check a specific vehicle.
| Model | Seats | Powertrain | Fits best if |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venue | 5 | 1.6L gas, front-wheel drive | You want the easiest SUV to park and the lowest entry point |
| Kona | 5 | 2.0L gas or 1.6L turbo, available AWD | You want a small crossover with more room and available AWD |
| Kona Electric | 5 | Battery electric | You can charge at home and drive mostly local miles |
| Tucson | 5 | 2.5L gas, available HTRAC AWD | You need a do-it-all compact SUV with a big cargo hold |
| Tucson Hybrid | 5 | 1.6L turbo hybrid, HTRAC AWD on most trims | You want compact-SUV room with far fewer fill-ups |
| Tucson Plug-in Hybrid | 5 | Plug-in hybrid with standard HTRAC AWD | Your daily loop is short and you can plug in overnight |
| Santa Fe | Up to 7 (three rows) | 2.5L turbo, available HTRAC AWD | You want an occasional third row and boxy, practical cargo space |
| Santa Fe Hybrid | Up to 7 (three rows) | 1.6L turbo hybrid, available AWD | You want three rows plus hybrid mileage |
| Palisade | 7 or 8 (three rows) | 3.5L V6, available HTRAC AWD | Your third row gets used every week and you tow a camper or boat |
| Palisade Hybrid | 7 or 8 (three rows) | 2.5L turbo hybrid, available AWD | You want the biggest Hyundai with better efficiency |
| IONIQ 5 | 5 | Battery electric, RWD or dual-motor AWD | You want a roomy EV with fast charging; XRT and N add character |
| IONIQ 9 | 6 or 7 (three rows) | Battery electric, RWD or dual-motor AWD | You want a three-row family hauler without gas stops |
| Santa Cruz | 5 | 2.5L gas or 2.5L turbo, available AWD | You want SUV comfort with an open bed for bikes and mulch |
Hyundai’s smallest SUV is a natural first car and a city-friendly runabout, with a tall seating position and a hatch that swallows a weekend of groceries.
The Kona adds space and an available turbo with AWD. The electric version suits home chargers; new Kona Electric availability has been limited, so ask us what is in stock.
Gas, hybrid or plug-in hybrid, the Tucson is the compact SUV many Tinley Park households end up choosing for its cargo room, rear-seat space and tech.
A squared-off, three-row design with a wide rear opening makes the Santa Fe great for strollers, dogs and Midewin hiking gear.
The redesigned Palisade is Hyundai’s flagship three-row SUV, now with a hybrid option for families who want room for eight and better mileage.
Hyundai’s electric SUVs charge quickly on 800-volt DC fast chargers. Choose the two-row IONIQ 5, including the rugged XRT and high-performance N, or the three-row IONIQ 9.
Part crossover, part pickup, the Santa Cruz drives like an SUV and carries dirty or bulky cargo in a lockable bed.
Hyundai no longer sells the Kona N new in the U.S. If you love the idea of a hot crossover, ask us about used examples or the IONIQ 5 N.
Snow on 159th Street, slush on I-80 and salt everywhere make drivetrain and comfort features more than nice-to-haves. Most Hyundai SUVs offer HTRAC all-wheel drive, which shifts power to the wheels with the most grip and, on many models, includes a Snow mode. Electric IONIQ models with dual motors deliver instant, precise traction control. Depending on trim, you can add heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel and Blue Link remote start on equipped vehicles, so the cabin is warm before you leave the driveway. Whatever you drive, a good set of winter tires remains the single biggest upgrade for snowy days.
Every new Hyundai SUV comes with Hyundai SmartSense driver assistance, including automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping help, and many trims add adaptive cruise and Highway Driving Assist for long I-57 or I-355 drives. Large touchscreens, smartphone integration and Hyundai Digital Key on equipped models make daily life easier. Hyundai’s warranty includes powertrain coverage for 10 years or 100,000 miles and new vehicle limited coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles; Hyundai sets the full terms.
Small (Venue, Kona): best for one or two people, city parking and tight budgets. You still get a hatch and a higher view of the road.
Compact (Tucson, IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz): the sweet spot for most households, with room for car seats, a stroller and a dog, plus the widest choice of gas, hybrid, plug-in and electric power.
Three-row (Santa Fe, Palisade, IONIQ 9): for carpools, grandparents and big road trips. The Santa Fe suits occasional third-row use, while the Palisade and IONIQ 9 give adults real room in the back.
Not sure which powertrain fits? Compare all Hyundai hybrids and EVs or visit our EV hub.
Pick the Kona if you want a smaller, easy-to-park crossover with a lower entry point. Pick the Tucson if you regularly carry passengers in back or bulky cargo, or want hybrid and plug-in hybrid choices. Driving both on the same day usually settles it.
The Tucson is a two-row compact with plenty of space for most families of four. The Santa Fe adds a third row and a boxier cargo area, which helps with carpools and big gear. If the third row would be used every week, also look at the Palisade.
All three are capable three-row SUVs. The Palisade offers seating for up to eight, a hybrid option and a long list of comfort features depending on trim, plus Hyundai’s warranty coverage. We encourage you to compare cargo space behind the third row and car-seat fit, then drive the Palisade here.
You can order HTRAC all-wheel drive on most gas and hybrid Hyundai SUVs, Kona, Tucson, Santa Fe and Palisade included, and every Tucson Plug-in Hybrid comes with it. On the electric side, both IONIQ SUVs can be had with a second motor for AWD. The Venue is front-wheel drive only.
A hybrid makes sense if you cannot charge at home or drive long distances often. A plug-in hybrid suits short daily drives plus home charging, and an EV suits drivers with reliable home or workplace charging. Our team and EV education pages can help you run the numbers.
The Venue and Kona are popular with first-time buyers thanks to their size, standard safety tech and approachable pricing. A Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned SUV is another smart path. Ask us to show you both.
Get a quick online estimate first, then bring the vehicle by so our appraisers can see it in person. Condition, mileage and local demand set the final value, and your equity can go straight toward your new SUV.
We work with a range of lenders and see many different credit situations. Lenders decide approval and terms, so a Capital One pre-qualification or online application is a quick, low-stress way to see where you stand.
SUV shoppers find us on 159th Street close to Harlem Avenue, I-80 and I-57. We regularly welcome drivers from Tinley Park, Orland Park, Oak Forest, Mokena, Frankfort, Matteson, Lockport, Joliet, Naperville, Aurora, Downers Grove, Kankakee, Bourbonnais and the south side of Chicago. Get hours and directions, and check current hours before you visit.
Compare sizes and powertrains with our team and line up test drives in one visit.
8101 W 159th St
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Sales: 708-726-4119
Service: 708-742-7612
Parts: 708-773-6254
