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2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Bridgette W.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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08/25/2025
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Santa CruZ

Very cool ride
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Kenyon B.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/25/2025
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Chris A.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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08/25/2025
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2023 sel + activity non turbo

Minor issues to date but I've heard so nightmare stories. Hardest part is getting service, you have to plan 60+ days out. Watched one dealership while changing oil remove my oil cover plate then kick it to side and never put it back on. When they drove it out I informed to counter agent to take it back and put my cover plate back on. Then he only put one bot on so he had to take it back again. Never adjusted tire pressure although within threshold I intentionally let one lower to see if they would adjust. Had to do it myself. But as the car goes, gas mileage is as expected,. Comfort is acceptable, even on long drives. I have the non turbo so it's a bit under preforming in that part but does the job and was expecting such. Was not going to pay the price for the turbo. Over all it's been pretty good so far but it's only 3 yrs old. Let's see how it goes after 6 yrs
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John S.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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08/25/2025
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Excellent. Simply excellent city truck.

Design, fit and finish, power, performance, technology and efficiency are all off the charts. This is not a "regular" pick-up for heavy duty of intense off-road use. This is the perfect "City" truck for someone who wants the comfort, technology and abilities of a luxury SUV with a pick-up bed.
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Christian L.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
08/25/2025
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2023 Santa Cruz Review

I love my Santa Cruz. I would give a 5 star but my bed cover is getting stuck and hard to open. I ask in the dealership about it, told me they would called to let me know if it was in warranty, never call me back.
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Derrick B.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
08/24/2025
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Good all around

It's been a good, solid vehicle as long as it's taken care of. A good daily driver with some utility.
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Lawrence N.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
08/24/2025
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ok

* The seats are not comfortable on long trips. * Need passenger seat, adjustable like the drivers. * Keep hitting my head when I get in. Over all we like the Vehicle
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/25/2025 06:19 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Lawrence. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc 
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Gary B.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
08/24/2025
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Two things i would like changed about the Santa Cruz

I would like a longer bed and put a V8 engine in it
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/25/2025 06:19 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Gary. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc 
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Christopher G.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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08/22/2025
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Way too small

Way too small. Definitely not suitable for someone with kids. Car seats barely fit in the back .. and even at that they’ll be kicking the back on your passengers neck unless your passenger is 4ft and has their seat all the way forward! Not worth the buy. Has some cool features but not logical. Body style is a little funky too.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/25/2025 06:53 AM

Hey Christopher, Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far.  We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumer preferences. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer Connect Center at (800) 633-5151 . Thank you ^cc. 
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Cameron S.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/22/2025
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Absolutely love this vehicle

I love everything about this truck, it's been such a great vehicle and does everything I need.
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Dennis H.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
08/22/2025
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Fair

Car is ok ! Dealer in danville illinois charges for work under warranrty ! Dont know what bumper to pumper policy means! Told ne bc cabin air filter not covered tryed to charge me 110.00 ! Tried to charge ne 100.00 for an oil change 15,000 miles !
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Dick W.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/22/2025
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Small tryck

Good vehicle for the price
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Carmen D C.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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08/22/2025

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Very disappointed w this buy never will buy Hyundai again they took me like stupid for me to use the trunk was the reason to buy this small truck
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/22/2025 06:18 AM

Hello Carmen, 

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration.
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Edward F.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/21/2025
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Just love the vehicle

Great ride ..very reliable
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John O.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
08/21/2025
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Factory tonneau cover worthless…

Due to the small size the truck bed is essential. The factory tonneau not only leaks but becomes almost impossible to open and close. Dealer ordered a replacement under warranty but the part is back ordered.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/21/2025 02:18 PM

Hello John, 

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Santa Cruz. We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. ^cc 
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Ken B.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/21/2025
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The best vehicle that I have ever owned!

Great vehicle! Great follow on service!!
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Leo H.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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08/20/2025
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This is my first new vehicle purchase. I'm thrilled with it ‼️

My Santa Cruz has exceeded my expectations, in quality, in performance , in features. It's just what I was looking for and then some.
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Steven L.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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08/20/2025

I’ve had multiple issues that weren’t covered by warranty

I loved the looks of the 2023 Santa Cruz limited turbo in white. I added roof rails, new black rims aftermarket, door edge trim, etc. Then I discovered the bed cover isn’t waterproof. I wouldn’t have bought it if I knew this. I’ve got 70,000 miles on my 2023, in last 10,000 miles not covered by warranty I’m out $5k out of pocket on repairs. From fuel delivery, exhaust, cooling, etc. wouldn’t buy another one.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/21/2025 06:38 AM

Hello Steven, 


We are really sorry to hear about your experience with your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Your feedback will help us in identifying the areas where we can improve overall driving experience and durability of our vehicles. Thank you for your feedback.
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Robert G.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/20/2025
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Fun to drive. Sleek looking pickup!

Love my 2023 Santa Cruz but don't like the 2025 edition.
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John F.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/20/2025
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Comfortable, quiet, adaptable and sporty

Have loved this sporty SUV/pickup ever since day one. Definitely appreciate the turbo 2.5L and AWD. The SEL Premium came with a retractable hard top for the rear bed and it locks up tight whenever the doors are locked. Can’t complain about the 28mpg average either (in town it’s 24, on highway it’s closer to 33).
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