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2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5
4.5
(207 Reviews)
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Category Summary
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    Value
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    Excellent
    8.6
    • Features
  • Poor
    Fair
    Good
    Excellent
    8.9
    • Build Quality
  • Poor
    Fair
    Good
    Excellent
    8.9
    • Fun
  • Poor
    Fair
    Good
    Excellent
    9.3
    • Reliability
  • Poor
    Fair
    Good
    Excellent
    9
    • Performance
  • Poor
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    Excellent
    8.9
    • Exterior
  • Poor
    Fair
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    Excellent
    9.5
    • Comfort
  • Poor
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    Excellent
    9.1
    • Interior
  • Poor
    Fair
    Good
    Excellent
    9.2
    • Styling
  • Poor
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    9.5

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Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5
4.5
(207 Reviews)
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SB
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Scott B.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/27/2025
Verified Review

It’s a wonderful little car.

It’s a great little car. Fun to drive. I went from a Chevy Silverado and this is perfect for me. I’m getting around 34 miles a gallon.
Recommended
    Value
  • 8
    • Build Quality
  • 9
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 10
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 8
    • Comfort
  • 10
    • Styling
  • 10
TD
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TAMARA D.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/27/2025
Verified Review

Santa cruz 2025

Great buy car truck
Recommended
    Value
  • 8
    • Build Quality
  • 8
    • Reliability
  • 8
    • Exterior
  • 8
    • Interior
  • 8
    • Features
  • 8
    • Fun
  • 8
    • Performance
  • 8
    • Comfort
  • 9
    • Styling
  • 8
JW
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Joseph W.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/27/2025
Verified Review

It’s an excellent small truck for the money

Santa Cruz has plenty of room, handles excellent, has great gas mileage, and comfortable ride
Recommended
    Value
  • 10
    • Build Quality
  • 10
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 10
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 10
    • Comfort
  • 10
    • Styling
  • 10
LK
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Loren K.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/27/2025
Verified Review

really it only has 1,400 miles etc..

too early to tell, did I mention it only has 1,400 miles.
Recommended
    Value
  • 10
    • Build Quality
  • 10
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 10
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 10
    • Comfort
  • 10
    • Styling
  • 10
SW
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Stephen W.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/27/2025
Verified Review

Santa cruize

Very satisfied
Recommended
    Value
  • 8
    • Build Quality
  • 9
    • Reliability
  • 8
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 8
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 10
    • Comfort
  • 9
    • Styling
  • 10
RA
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Richard A.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
05/27/2025
Verified Review

Lack luster vehicle

Inside door lock button does not work. 2 weeks of trying the windshield washer to start working. Comfort is minimal.
    Value
  • 5
    • Build Quality
  • 7
    • Reliability
  • 8
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 6
    • Features
  • 5
    • Fun
  • 7
    • Performance
  • 7
    • Comfort
  • 6
    • Styling
  • 9
Hyundai Motor America responded on 05/28/2025 07:33 AM

Thank you for sharing your concerns with us Richard. We encourage you to visit your local authorized Hyundai dealership for further inspection and assistance. We have forwarded your complaint to a specialist who will be able to further address your concerns. ^cc
RH
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Ricky H.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/26/2025
Verified Review

Great Truck

great price point
    Value
  • 9
    • Build Quality
  • 8
    • Reliability
  • 9
    • Exterior
  • 8
    • Interior
  • 5
    • Features
  • 7
    • Fun
  • 7
    • Performance
  • 5
    • Comfort
  • 7
    • Styling
  • 9
NB
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Nathaniel B.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/26/2025
Verified Review

Very empress

It really save on gas. A great ride
    Value
  • 5
    • Build Quality
  • 8
    • Reliability
  • 4
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 7
    • Features
  • 9
    • Fun
  • 6
    • Performance
  • 8
    • Comfort
  • 7
    • Styling
  • 10
DJ
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Dana J.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/26/2025
Verified Review

Pleased

I am very pleased with my Santa Cruz. It is very comfortable to drive. I like having the bed feature for hauling small loads. I don’t haul a lot or even big loads so the size is perfect for me.
Recommended
    Value
  • 10
    • Build Quality
  • 10
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 10
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 10
    • Comfort
  • 10
    • Styling
  • 10
IS
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Irvin S.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/26/2025
Verified Review

Love my new Hyundai Santa Cruz

This is my first pickup truck that I have owned. I love everything about it. The performance of the 2.5 turbo 4 paired with the 8 speed automatic transmission plus the H-Trac AWD is awesome! I chose the limited model because of all the standard features I wanted were included.
Recommended
    Value
  • 10
    • Build Quality
  • 10
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 10
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 10
    • Comfort
  • 10
    • Styling
  • 10
CN
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Christopher N.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/26/2025
Verified Review

The vehicle should come with a hitch and trailer tow plug standard

The electronic equipment in this me 25 doesn’t work as well as the 23 model I previously owned
Recommended
    Value
  • 9
    • Build Quality
  • 8
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 8
    • Fun
  • 7
    • Performance
  • 7
    • Comfort
  • 8
    • Styling
  • 9
JJ
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John J.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/25/2025
Verified Review

Enjoyable/ fun

Overal good
Recommended
    Value
  • 7
    • Build Quality
  • 9
    • Reliability
  • 9
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 9
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 8
    • Comfort
  • 9
    • Styling
  • 10
ML
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Michael L.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/25/2025
Verified Review

In love

I’m so in love with my Santa Cruz!
Recommended
    Value
  • 9
    • Build Quality
  • 9
    • Reliability
  • 9
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 9
    • Features
  • 9
    • Fun
  • 9
    • Performance
  • 9
    • Comfort
  • 9
    • Styling
  • 9
ML
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Mary L.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/25/2025
Verified Review

I feel like I'm on an exciting excursion anywhere I drive.

I love that I don't feel like I'm driving a truck, but I have the perks of a truck. It is very comfortable, I don't feel the seat belt at all, and I was pleasantly surprised during my first long trip at how comfortable it really is. I can't wait to go to the beach off-roading this summer. My kayak fits in bed without needing the rack for short trips. Rack was included with my utility package, I need to get that on. I love the truck look, with its larger tires and mean-looking front grill. The 20" wheels could be chunkier with a thicker tread to complement the mean truck look. It has a smooth ride and decent acceleration, though I'm skeptical of the towing capacity and if the acceleration will bog down with added weight. The uphill giddy-up isn't stellar. Gas mileage is surprisingly not fabulous, at least not like the Santa Fe, which I thought it would be. The Dashboard is my window to the world with information at my command, it's very impressive. I'm still discovering it, it's a lot. The truck bed cover is great, even after a car wash, it's dry inside. The passenger room in the back is minimal. Even for a child in a car seat, my grandson's feet hit the front seat, which concerns me if there were a collision.
Recommended
    Value
  • 9
    • Build Quality
  • 9
    • Reliability
  • 9
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 7
    • Features
  • 9
    • Fun
  • 9
    • Performance
  • 7
    • Comfort
  • 9
    • Styling
  • 9
DM
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Dwight M.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/24/2025
Verified Review

I really like it !!

I looked at the Santa Cruz for a couple of years before I bought it. I did wait for the new interior. However, I do firmly believe that on the Limited package which is supposed to be the top of the line model , it should have had more options. It should have had folding side view mirrors and heads up display, at least make them available as options !!! But .... other than that, I really cannot find much fault. I do wish it had a 4-1/2' or 5' bed, but I have managed so far.
Recommended
    Value
  • 8
    • Build Quality
  • 9
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 9
    • Fun
  • 9
    • Performance
  • 9
    • Comfort
  • 8
    • Styling
  • 10
JO
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Julie O.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/24/2025
Verified Review

Best bang for your buck

Well made safety was first style second
    Value
  • 9
    • Build Quality
  • 8
    • Reliability
  • 9
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 8
    • Features
  • 8
    • Fun
  • 8
    • Performance
  • 8
    • Comfort
  • 7
    • Styling
  • 9
MC
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Melanie C.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/23/2025
Verified Review

Great styling , Fun to drive

Great gas mileage and fun to drive. The SC is a head turning truck. The features included are great for the price.
Recommended
    Value
  • 10
    • Build Quality
  • 9
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 8
    • Features
  • 10
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 9
    • Comfort
  • 9
    • Styling
  • 10
AS
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Alan S.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/23/2025
Verified Review

Santa Cruz 2 months old very happy with purchase so far

Wish the factory retractable tonneau cover was available after market
Recommended
    Value
  • 10
    • Build Quality
  • 10
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 10
    • Interior
  • 10
    • Features
  • 8
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 10
    • Comfort
  • 10
    • Styling
  • 10
MO
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Mary O.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
05/23/2025
Verified Review

Mechanical issues, did I get a lemon?

While I love the looks and features of my Santa Cruz, I’ve had mechanical difficulties from the start. I keep getting a battery discharge message and the memory seats have never worked.I've had 3 service appointments with no success. At this point we’re waiting for parts (again). I’m wondering if I got a lemon. If it weren’t for these issues, I’d love this truck, it rides great & has nice pick up, also love that it has a sunroof!
    Value
  • 8
    • Build Quality
  • 8
    • Reliability
  • 6
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 9
    • Features
  • 10
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 10
    • Comfort
  • 8
    • Styling
  • 9
Hyundai Motor America responded on 05/23/2025 11:28 AM

Hello Mary, we would like to further address your vehicle concerns. One of our specialists will be reaching out to you shortly to further assist. ^cc
JF
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Joseph F.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/23/2025
Verified Review

Cool, fun and sporty.

So far, so so good. As we only have 1200 miles so far it's not fair to provide an in depth review just yet. But it has checked a lot of boxes and as of yet, we have not be disappointed in purchasing this mini pickup truck.
Recommended
    Value
  • 8
    • Build Quality
  • 9
    • Reliability
  • 10
    • Exterior
  • 9
    • Interior
  • 8
    • Features
  • 9
    • Fun
  • 10
    • Performance
  • 9
    • Comfort
  • 9
    • Styling
  • 10
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