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2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Jason L.
2025 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
07/17/2026
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So far , so good!

Has given me zero problems the last 2 years and has been everything I’d hoped.
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Dennis S.
2025 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
07/17/2026
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dealer and app need to snch

i continue to get alerts that service is due even though it has been done. please coordinate between my hyundai dealer/shop and the app.
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Judy W.
2025 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
07/17/2026
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Great little Truck!

Great transportation, great fuel economy, great ride!! My husband fits in comfortably (he is 6 foot tall) It is roomy enough to transport a refrigerator and just about anything else we need to move. The ride is smooth and quiet and so comfortable. It feels so safe too. Best vehicle we own (we have also have a 2012 Hyundai Accent!)
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Scott O.
2025 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
07/17/2026
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Fun little truck

Fun little truck to buzz around town in
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James B.
2025 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
07/16/2026
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Very happy with my 2025 Santa Cruz SEL AWD in Rockwood Green.

The Santa Cruz pleases me more than any vehicle I've ever owned, and in the last 52 years of driving, I've owned many different vehicles of all types.
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David H.
2025 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
07/16/2026
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I Would Love My Santa Cruz But....

I like everything about the vehicle except the plastic rear quarter panels. They have melted on both sides causing wrinkles in the paint and actual dent appearances. Had the local dealer look at it and they confirmed it was caused by UV rays and that it would not be covered. I went through the Hyundai 800 number for assistance and they directed me to the BBB site. Hyundai has denied the claim and we are now getting ready to go to arbitration. If the plastic Hyundai uses for quarter panels is so cheap that I can't have it outside for fear of melting, I'm not really sure what use I have for the vehicle. Step up Hyundai and back the quality of the materials you use,
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Cynthia S.
2025 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
07/16/2026
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Best

Best comfortable vehicle I have ever had it's awesome
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James A.
2025 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
07/15/2026
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I believe my Electronic does not work properly. Could be me, but I’ve

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Michele L.
2025 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
07/15/2026
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Love it

I love my new Santa Cruz. I live in a busy summer vacation spot and my vehicle makes it easy to get around.
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Glenn W.
2025 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
07/15/2026
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Very nice ride. Rides like a premium car but you do have a bed.

Rides like a limo but has a bed.
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Deborah Z.
2025 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
07/14/2026
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Don’t buy it

Transmission had to be replaced before I even had it a year. And the new transmission is slipping. Bad design!
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/15/2026 09:40 AM

Hey Deborah, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far.  We apologize for any inconvenience regarding transmission. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our Connect Center at (800) 633-5151. One of our representatives will be happy to assist you further. Thank you ^cc.     
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Kathleen P.
2025 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
07/14/2026
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Awesome Ride!

I love the santa cruz. Its everything i need for its size. Get the quality of a pick up with the great gas mileage.
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Dianne J.
2025 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
07/14/2026
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I give it 5 stars for a review.

I love my Santa Cruz. Best vehicle I’ve ever owned.
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Cd K.
2025 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
07/14/2026
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2024 Santa cruze

Love it even with a few cons Having to step over the door sill to enter is hard for us old folks. The wife finds the passenger seat uncomfortable even for short trips. The touch screen is so sensitive it’s also a challenge for old people.
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Michael C.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
07/14/2026
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too many electronics on the vehicle

driving the vehicle is ok but has too many unnecessary warning signals and electronic devices to control the vehicle
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Daniel B.
2025 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
07/14/2026
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1 yr 8 months ownership

Sporty look. Good handling. Good quality build. I was a bit upset within the first month of ownership, as the vehicle is marketed as having a towing capacity of 5000 pounds, but there is no tow hitch. And only a pieced out electrical hookup for the towing. I did get that worked thru, mounted a tow hitch, and a brake controller, which the dealer service department had zero information on . But they did have an absolutely absurd price quote of $1700 to install the hitch. Needless to say, I declined that offer. I feel Hyundai had let down any owners in that respect. Other than that, the vehicle has performed rather well. It’s kept inside, so the paint and trim should stay nicer than a vehicle left outside. Overall a nice purchase, the dealership issue is always a low point in automobile business. I’m not into upselling, and you are constantly bombarded with upsell tactics every visit.
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Lynn K.
2025 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
07/13/2026
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Functional, fun, peppy!

I've owned 2 Tacomas and this 1 Santa Cruz. The Santa Cruz is by far the best truck for my needs as a Suburban Gardener. I have the XRT and love the peppy turbo. The only thing I would have wished for is that it came in a HYBRID. I have heard that the Santa Cruz is being discontinued, so a HYBRID will never happen. TOO BAD! It's unfortunate that Hyundai is not going to have a compact truck after this year (2026). Mistake. There are already plenty of mid-size trucks out there. Hyundai filled a niche with the Santa Cruz.
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Richard L.
2025 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
07/13/2026
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Santa Cruz Review

I really love the Santa Cruz, I am so sad you have decided to stop making it. It is a perfect small pickup for anyone that needs a truck for hauling small loads, and transport a family as well. I will regret not being able to get another one.
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Jerry G.
2025 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
07/11/2026
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Santa Cruz

Well pleased.
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James K.
2025 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
07/10/2026
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Enjoying the vehicle

I love the smooth ride, the limited display, and design of the vehicle. The seats are very comfortable and the view out the front window is excellent.
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