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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Thomas P.
2026 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
05/18/2026
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Love my Santa Cruz!

This is my second Santa Cruz. I love the utility, flexibility, and usefulness of this vehicle. It is easy to drive, does not feel like driving a truck but feels even better than my last car. I appreicate all of the driving features (my wife and I call them 'senior assist'). 360degree veiw when backing up, adaptive cruise control, left/right mirror views in dashboard when using the turn signal, steering assist, and the tactile feedback in the steering wheel. My only negatives are: I would have preferred a lighter ( perhaps Grey not Black ) interior, but was not an option with this package. My only other semi-negative is the 'running boards' are, in my opinion more for show than usefulness. They do look nice however.
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Michael S.
2026 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
05/17/2026
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2026 SC Limited

Great looking vehicle. Excellent technology. Smooth driving. Typical Hyundai uncomfortable seats. Two key features needed: 1) electronic rear view mirror; 2) surround view should automatically turn on anytime speed is below 10MPH.
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Rick S.
2026 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
05/16/2026
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Perfect Vehicle for my needs, But....

My 2026 Hyundai is a perfect vehicle for my needs. Although 73, I am still active, especially when it comes to taking care of the yard, travelling, and helping others with their moving needs. The only disappointment is the rear seats. I rarely if ever haul more than one other person, as the rear seats are not comfortable for anything more than a 10-20 minute ride. Other than that, the vehicle rides like a dream, provides me the utility I need, and has the "bells and whistles" I like in my vehicles.
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William S.
2026 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
05/16/2026
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Great ride, value, excellent performance, style and overall comfort. .

So far, so good.
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Debra F.
2026 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
05/15/2026
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Santa Cruz

Love it, just took first long road trjp
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Lance G.
2026 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
05/15/2026
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It’s pretty good

My actual miles per gallon is much lower than what was advertised. The blindspot on the passenger side is terrible. You 100% must use the camera, but the camera is positioned to where you can’t see it through the steering wheel. It’s really a bad design.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 05/18/2026 08:01 AM

Hey Lance, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vc and experience thus far. We’re truly sorry to hear about your disappointment with mileage and vehicle's design has not met your expectations. 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 Connect Center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc.    
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Chris D.
2026 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
05/15/2026
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Love everything so far.

I had to get used to the 4cyl but she can get up. The ride is very comfortable and have no issues as i have had her since 1-26
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Jacqualin G.
2026 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
05/15/2026
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I love it!

Beautiful truck!
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Cindy B.
2026 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
05/15/2026
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Early impression

Twenty-three years in the making and at my age likely my last new vehicle purchase. The technology leap alone has been bewildering to say the least. After more than 4 decades of driving a pickup I wanted a more car-like drive. The minuscule pickup qualities satisfy the truck guy left in me while giving me that car-like comfort. Gas mileage is not impressive but I don't really drive all that much anymore. It will be interesting to see if the Santa Cruz can deliver the overall service of my forfeited 2003 Dodge Dakota. Time will tell.
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Scott H.
2026 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
05/14/2026
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Pleased with purchase

Overall am pleased with the vehicle. Dealer installed running boards make it harder to get in, but otherwise am ok with the Santa Cruz.
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Martha P.
2026 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
05/14/2026
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BlueLink iffy

BlueLink left me in the woods twice on my 5 day vacation; both were rural areas but I never had this problem with OnStar. The location of the volume button is constantly being hit by my finger when I turn the wheel.
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David S.
2026 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
05/13/2026
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2026 Santa Cruz SEL

Comfortable interior with good technology features. Seems to lack on power in my opinion.
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Kimberly H.
2026 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
05/13/2026
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Great truck

Great truck for homeowners.
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Michael M.
2026 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
05/12/2026
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Fun to drive

This car/truck is great and fun to drive
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Pauline S.
2026 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
05/12/2026
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Excellent so far but has water spots on windshield

Wonderful luxury, excellent amenities and easy computer handling. Only thing I have noticed is that the. Whichever, like many others, has permanent water spots on the windshield. Some owners have had Hyundai replace their windshields. So that is a bother for me to see this scattered water spot issue in my whole windshield in sun when driving.
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Alexis B.
2026 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
05/11/2026
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Super fun little trick!

Fun to drive on the streets! She’s quick. Also fun to drive on the dirt and in the snow!
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Theda N.
2026 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
05/11/2026
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Very comfortable smooth ride

I couldn't have made a better choice, I love My Santa Cruz
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Kathy L.
2026 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
05/11/2026
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New car

I love my Santa Cruz
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James P.
2026 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
05/11/2026
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Yuba

Great ride- average gas mileage
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Latrell B.
2026 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
05/11/2026
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Cruise control/driver information switching/auto driving are all not w

Cruise control/auto drive/lane departure and driver information system not working.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 05/12/2026 08:20 AM

Hello Latrell, We encourage you to visit your local authorized Hyundai dealership for further inspection and assistance of the driving features not working.  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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