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2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Kim K.
2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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01/08/2026
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It is solid and rides well.

No problems whatsoever with my Santa Cruz. It is has been a great vehicle.
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ANDREW K.
2024 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
01/08/2026
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Just What I Wanted

When I found that my Forester did not work well for some of the hauling that I wanted to do, I looked around for a small pickup, doing my on-line research first, then test driving. The Santa Cruz, while being a little more expensive than some, had the overall best package of features and fully-thought-through fine points (like the interior of the bed area). Having the all-digital dashboard and the outstanding performance gives a nice combination of luxury and utility. On a recent 3-week, 6,600-mile road trip, the GPS navigation system twice took me around problems that were up ahead but not yet visible at the time that it alerted me. While crossing the Nevada desert, where the speed limit is 80mph, the 2.5L turbo engine cruised easily while still giving me plenty of remaining acceleration (I don't like driving next to 18-wheelers for any extended time!), and had no problems with the Appalachians, the Rockies, or the Sierra Nevada mountains; depending on the terrain and speed (a major factor in aerodynamic drag), I also got over 28mpg on some legs of my road-trip, all on regular gas. And the combination of acceleration, braking, and superb handling characteristics makes me feel very safe with regard to being able to deal with those unexpected events that tend to crop up (see Mega Driving School for sample videos). Overall, I am completely happy with my choice.
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John R.
2024 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
01/08/2026
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2nd Santa Cruz for me.

Mostly smooth ride, versatile design, powerful turbo acceleration when passing.
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RUDY D.
2024 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
01/07/2026
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Great job!

I would rate it 10/10 if the truck bed were 6 inches longer and the back seats were more comfortable. It drives smoothly, with no engine problems. Everyone I know loves this car. Great job!
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Bush L.
2024 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
01/07/2026
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first year

I love everything except the MPGs.
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David G.
2024 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
01/07/2026
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Hyundai Santa Cruz

Overall, a good truck. MPG pretty good, but not as good as Maverick. Rear shocks needed replacing after one year. In year two I think they are going to need to be replaced again. Only have 15,300 miles on the truck. I wish it had a trip odometer like the 2018 Buick Encore (trip A & trip B). I wish it had driver side auto window down. I really like the Blue Stone color. I wish it had a USB port in the backseat area.
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Lee J.
2024 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
01/07/2026
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Enjoy ride and comfort of our vehicle. Just shy of 30,000 miles.
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Rocco F.
2024 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
01/07/2026
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Several issues the first 18 months, one issue with oil consumption.

I purchase a new 2026 model.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/07/2026 01:16 PM

Hello Rocco, We are sorry to hear about your experience with the 2024 Santa Cruz. If you have any qiestions or concerns about the 2026 please contact our customer connect center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc. 
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John R.
2024 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
01/07/2026
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Rear Suspension

Great vehicle but have issues with leaking tonneau cover and bumping noise coming from rear suspension. Have appointment with Southern Hyundai to check these issues.
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Kenneth G.
2024 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
01/06/2026
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Good truck for my needs

The truck has been really good with one exception. The gears don't shift properly. The engine revs to high before it can change gears.
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John E.
2024 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
01/06/2026
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Fun to drive

I have a few complaints but the positive far out weighs the negative. Using a car wash, the rear tail lights get condensation. Took it to the dealer and there is an acceptable amount of moisture allowed....I dont agree. If the vehicle gets frost on it the forward camera gets a fault that shows up on my display. I discovered that even after defrosting the windshield, there will still be moisture in the top center of the windshield and I assume thats where the camera is. By the time I drive home from work(25 minutes) the moisture is gone and the fault goes away. The engine is very responsive, it handles great and I love to drive it. I have hauled more than I thought I could with this mini truck.
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Antonio J.
2024 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
01/05/2026
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Fun to Drive

I love driving this truck on the surface streets and the highways. It's easy to park and good transporting cargo and people.
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David I.
2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/05/2026
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Dealership wasn’t honest

Hyundai customer service was terrible
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/05/2026 01:48 PM

Hello David, we are sorry to hear about your experience with one of our dealerships. Each dealership runs its own operations, but we hold them to highest standards. We will share your feedback with them. ^cc
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Victor L.
2024 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
01/05/2026
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Great car and great value with an incredible warranty

I’ve owned my 2024 Santa Cruz Night Edition for two years and love it. No issues whatsoever thus far at 28, 000 miles. I think it’s a lot of bang for the buck. It has all the bells and whistles for a lot less than other cars equally equipped . And best of all it’s an incredible warranty just for piece of mind should something happen. Recommend getting a Santa Cruz, especially the higher end trims with the Turbo Engine cause it does make a difference. The highest end Santa Cruz model is where other similar cars base models start!
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Paul S.
2024 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
01/05/2026
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18 Month Review

Love this little Truck!! Would and have, recommend to anyone..
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Dean I.
2024 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
01/05/2026
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Quality vehicle overall

Excellent experience so far at 8,000 miles. Only issue I've had was the front drivers side fender and front door were rubbing together on delivery when opening and closing door. Steering recall was performed on my Santa Cruz in the first year, but I am pleased responsibility was taken and the issue was resolved.
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MORGAN M.
2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/02/2026
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MASS OIL LEAKS with less than 30k miles

My 2024 vehicle has been leaking mass amount of oil and has been "fixed" by the dealership multiple times !! Low oil light came on while traveling 10 hours on vacation 😩
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 01/02/2026 04:02 PM

Hello Morgan, thank you for sharing your concerns with us. A specialist from our Headquarters will be in touch with you to investigate further ^cc.
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Robert K.
2024 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
01/02/2026
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how good is my Santa Cruz

very nice vechicle but could even be better with inprovements
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Debbie Ann M.
2024 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
01/02/2026
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Not for sure what I’m supposed to put here?

Again, not for sure what I’m supposed to put here?
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Jacqueline G.
2024 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
12/31/2025
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Smooth Ride

Love my Hyundai Santa Cruz because it is the prefect small size pickup truck for me with all the bells and whistles, plus a comfortable ride.
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