Hyundai Santa Cruz

MODEL REVIEW
Hyundai Santa Cruz
Hyundai Santa Cruz
Hyundai Santa Cruz at a Glance
Hyundai Santa Cruz

How would you feel knowing you were driving a one-of-a-kind sport adventure vehicle? Would you love all your neighbors asking what new vehicle sits in your driveway, garnering even more friendly waves as you loop the cul-de-sac? Would you enjoy the exclusivity that comes with driving a car that combines an SUV's best parts with a truck's open bed?

If you’re ready to be the talk of Saskatoon, Warman, or Martensville, SK, it’s time to drive the Hyundai Santa Cruz. This pickup truck is all in on your adventures. Read Saskatoon North Hyundai's review now to learn how it can accommodate your active lifestyle!


HORSEPOWER

HORSEPOWER


281 HP
MAX TOWING CAPACITY

MAX TOWING CAPACITY


2,268 kg
TRUCK BED LENGTH

TRUCK BED LENGTH


1,323 mm
TOUCHSCREEN SIZE

TOUCHSCREEN SIZE


12.3 in.
HTRAC™ ALL-WHEEL DRIVE

HTRAC™ ALL-WHEEL DRIVE


Standard
HYUNDAI SMARTSENSE™

HYUNDAI SMARTSENSE™


Standard
UNDERFLOOR BED STORAGE

UNDERFLOOR BED STORAGE


Standard
Adventure Wildly With the Hyundai Santa Cruz
Explore the categories below to discover more about the features of the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
PERFORMANCE
Hyundai Santa Cruz

The Hyundai Santa Cruz is all in on adventure. With its robust powertrain and stable drivetrain, this pickup is ready to push the limits on your next journey. From the mountains to the sea, the Santa Cruz is prepared to seize the day.

Your Noble Steed

The Hyundai Santa Cruz can be what you want it to be. With 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, its 2.5L Turbo engine is ready for anything, whether you need a comfortable daily driver or a souped-up trail rider. An 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission harnesses all that power. With SHIFTRONIC® Manual Mode, you can take control when the moment demands it—or you crave it.

HTRAC® All Wheel Drive with multi-terrain control mode also comes standard, so you can choose the setting that best matches weather or terrain conditions as you encounter them:

  • Mud mode
  • Sand mode
  • Snow mode

The Santa Cruz has what it takes to be the dust-kicking, mud-splashing, trail-conquering pickup it’s destined to be.

All Adventures Welcome

So, what kind of results does this truck’s powertrain yield? The answer may surprise you. The Santa Cruz can tow up to 2,268 kilograms (5,000 pounds) with the proper equipment! Does that get your gears turning on how you can elevate your next friends’ trip to the lake or family vacation? All these towable toys are on the table:

  • A small, hard-sided RV
  • A small recreational boat
  • A couple of jet skis
  • A lightweight travel trailer
  • A pop-up camper

If your idea of adventure takes you to local off-road trails or faraway Mother Nature retreats, you’ll need endurance on your side. The Santa Cruz comes in clutch again with its 12.4 city/8.5 highway L/100 km rating!*

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UTILITY
Hyundai Santa Cruz

The Hyundai Santa Cruz provides the best of what SUVs offer, with the versatility and convenience of a truck bed! With truck-bed utility on your side, you can easily tackle home improvement projects or pack up for a weeklong camping trip.

All Your Cargo Has a Place

Follow us to the bed of the Santa Cruz. We’re pulling out the measuring tape to size up your next pickup.

Hyundai Santa Cruz Bed Dimensions
Bed Length 1,323 mm (52.1 in.)
Bed Height 488 mm (19.2 in.)
Bed Width 1,368 mm (53.9 in.)
Bed Volume 764 L (27 cu. ft.)

You’ll have ample space for toolboxes, bundles of firewood, tailgate gear, sleeping bags, you name it. With the utility track rail and cleat system and heavy-duty cargo D-rings, you can secure all your supplies with confidence. The standard roof side rails give your paddle board or canoe its rightful place.

Designed With Purpose

What you pack changes with every adventure, making the Santa Cruz’s bed versatility even more important. It helps you conquer many adventures on your bucket list (yes, even that one you’re thinking of right now) with the following features:

  • Under Bed Storage: This lockable compartment is great for smaller gear. It’s also drainable, letting you keep your cooler at home and use this bin as a mobile ice chest.
  • Molded Composite Bed Features: When you lower the tailgate, you may notice some molded-in shapes. These help customize and expand the bed with accessories to carry all you need.
  • Integrated Tonneau Cover: This feature rolls out of a hidden canister to cover and protect your gear. It’s lockable, too, so everything will remain secure.

Packing before the big trip just got easier!

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TECHNOLOGY
Hyundai Santa Cruz

The Hyundai Santa Cruz continues to add convenience to your drives with its high-tech cockpit. Hyundai doubles down with Hyundai SmartSense™, Santa Cruz's standard, multi-feature safety suite! Pair infotainment with driver assistance, and you'll be in for a memorable experience.

Your Tech Haven

The Santa Cruz has two sizable displays. The first is 12.3-inch instrument panel behind the steering wheel that helps you keep a pulse on this pickup.

In the centre of the dash, you’ll find a 12.3-inch touchscreen that serves as your entertainment hub! Yep, you read that right. Grand views are standard across all trim levels; however, you gain a built-in navigation system in the higher tiers. The infotainment system pairs with several integrations, including:

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
  • Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
  • HD Radio™ and Sirius XM Satellite Radio
  • Bluelink® connected vehicle system

Simply pair your phone to the suite, and you can play your favourite album, tune in to a new podcast, or chip away at your book club’s current read.

Protect Your Peace

Hyundai SmartSense™ is the Santa Cruz’s standard driver-assistance suite, and it’s made up of several helpful features, including:

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian & Cyclist Detection
  • Blind-Spot Collision Warning
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
  • Lane Keeping Assist/Lane Following Assist
  • Driver Attention Warning
  • And more

While those features assist as you drive, Safe Exit Warning and Rear Occupant Alert will kick in once you reach your destination. The first feature monitors the flanks of your vehicle for oncoming traffic, ensuring safe exiting. The second feature alerts you of anything or anyone in the rear seats, making sure nothing or no one gets left behind.

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Hyundai Santa Cruz vs. The Competition
Hyundai Santa Cruz Ford Maverick

When you’re looking for a compact pickup truck to help with home improvement projects or take you off the asphalt, the Hyundai Santa Cruz and the Ford Maverick will deliver. Both models are stylishly unique and full of pep. Which one goes to the max for you? When inspecting their offerings, the Santa Cruz takes the crown.

Quick Facts
Santa Cruz
vs
Maverick
2,268 kg (5,000 lbs.) MAX TOWING CAPACITY 1,814 kg (4,000 lbs.)
Standard ALL-WHEEL DRIVE Available
12.3 in. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SIZE 8 in.
Hyundai Santa Cruz Honda Ridgeline

Your next truck should have your back. It should be your bodyguard on unpredictable roads, your fuel-sipping companion on wild adventures, and your high-tech copilot during work commutes. The Hyundai Santa Cruz and the Honda Ridgeline deliver those things; however, the Hyundai provides more.

Quick Facts
Santa Cruz
vs
Ridgeline
12.4 city/8.5 hwy L/100 km* ESTIMATED FUEL ECONOMY 12.8 city/9.9 hwy L/100 km
12.3 in. STANDARD TOUCHSCREEN SIZE 9 in.
Standard SAFE EXIT WARNING Not Offered
Hyundai Santa Cruz Ford Ranger

A pickup truck with an adventurous spirit and a lot of might? Let us show you the Hyundai Santa Cruz and the Ford Ranger. A pickup truck that also prioritizes passenger enjoyment and peace of mind? Both trucks deliver this to varying degrees, but the Hyundai pulls out more stops to win this competition.

Quick Facts
Santa Cruz
vs
Ranger
12.3 in. STANDARD TOUCHSCREEN SIZE 10 in.
Available SUNROOF Not Offered
Standard BLIND-SPOT COLLISION WARNING Available
Take the Hyundai Santa Cruz for a Cruise!
Hyundai Santa Cruz

Adventure lovers and adrenaline seekers will find much to love about the rugged and refined Hyundai Santa Cruz. Its performance versatility, helpful utility, and high-tech interior also make it a great daily driver option for locals in Saskatoon, Warman, or Martensville, SK.

Are you one of them? If so, visit Saskatoon North Hyundai to test drive the Hyundai Santa Cruz today.

All of the tools you need to move forward with experiencing a new Hyundai Santa Cruz for yourself are conveniently available right here online.


* Fuel economy figures are based on manufacturer testing and are used for comparison purposes only. Actual fuel efficiency may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Fuel Economy based on 2025 SANTA CRUZ Preferred AWD.