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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Steven C.
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
07/07/2026
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Its fun to drive

Does what I want it to do
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Linette M.
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
07/07/2026
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Nice ride

The vehicle rides smooth has some get up and go looks cool
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Timothy 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
07/07/2026
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Love My Cruz

My first "truck", truck/car or TRAR and I love it. Hard to maneuver through all the technology but I don't drive very much so there's that. One thing that would be great is if the Santa Cruz had the extending sun visors like my 2016 Veloster had. For the price I paid on my 2026 Limited, I really think all accessories should have been included, like side steps, towing package, roof racks, and bed rails. Also, something that should be included is some sort of protective screen behind the upper and lower grill to protect the radiator from rocks and road debris.
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Jeffrey F.
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
07/06/2026
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Great car

Many people shun Hyundai, but they really are good cars. I have the Santa Cruz and it is better than I anticipated.
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Dylan I.
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
07/06/2026
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Nightwing

Amazing vehicle smooth drive.
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Randy H.
2026 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
07/06/2026
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Good truck

I’d say it’s good truck, but would’ve expected more features which I fully didn’t realize untill after a few days…so felt the dealership, which I have purchased from in the past, had done me wrong.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/07/2026 08:18 AM

Hello Randy, thank you for your feedback regarding your  2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz. We’re sorry to hear about your experience. If you’d like to share more details directly, we encourage you to contact our customer care center at (800) 633-5151. One of our representatives will be happy to assist you further. Thank you ^cc 
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Kenneth A.
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
07/06/2026
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Great Versatile Vehicle

The Santa Cruz is a very versatile vehicle. It's a comfortable SUV and also a truck. But it's not a boring vehicle. It has style that neither the cookie cutter SUVs have nor do the boring boxy pickup trucks all have. It's the best of both worlds.
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Vickie M.
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
07/06/2026
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Santa Cruz

I have love the quality and style of this vehicle.
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JM
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James M.
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
07/06/2026
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My Cruz

This is my second Santa Cruz. Had a 2022 now a 2026. Shame Hyundai is dropping it. Would have made an awesome EV.
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Jonathan E.
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
07/06/2026
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All around useful vehicle

Great vehicle for rural South Dakota
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James M.
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
07/06/2026
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26 limited

hi nice car thanks
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Robert 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
07/05/2026
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No other vehicle like it

Basically it's an SUV with the ability to use as a light duty truck. I'll put things in back that I would never think of putting in my other SUV. Things like tree trimmings gas cans and stinky garbage.
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Eric V.
2026 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
07/03/2026
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Since I got it its been having alot of issues, definitely dont recomme

In the 1st month the check engine light came on, and ever since its been turning on like once every week or 2. I decided to get a new vehicle so I won't be having issues and really regret it.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/06/2026 09:51 AM

Hey Eric, Thank you for reaching out to us. We were able to verify that your case is currently under review by our corporate investigation team. We would like to encourage you to continue working with your case manager regarding your inquiry into this incident. Thank you. ^cc  
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Lester J.
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
07/03/2026
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Jewell

Love everything about it
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Richard 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
07/03/2026
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Small SUV with a Truck Bed

The comfort and versatility is great. It’s exactly the vehicle to fit my needs.
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Robin 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
07/02/2026
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FUN LITTLE TRUCK

I love my Santa Cruz. I like that its not a common car. You dont seen them on the road that often and personally I like have a niche vehicle. I find that the ride is smooth and comfy. The bed is handy for hauling pretty much anything you want from camping gear to a huge box box store haul. I also like plants, now my nursery runs dont get dirt inside my car. The only down side is the fact that this is the last year for production of the Santa Cruz. I thought I found my car for life.
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Rumperto M.
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
07/01/2026
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Mi Hyndai Santa Cruz

Exelente, gracias Hyndai miy buena
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Richard 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
07/01/2026
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2026 Santa Cruz

A fun little pick up truck that doesn't drive like a truck. Has good handling and performance. I am sorry that they are discontinuing it for 2027.
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Susan K.
2026 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
06/30/2026
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Fun truck

After 4 months I am still happy with it.
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Michael C.
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
06/30/2026
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Awesome little truck

Awesome, fun to drive
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