2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Mark C.
2023 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
07/19/2025
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My Hyundai Santa Cruz

Great vehicle I love it
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Kerry D.
2023 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
07/19/2025
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Nice looking but with concerns

I’ve been bothered by the major problems that happened when it was brand new. Worried about future
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/21/2025 07:36 AM

Hello Kerry, 

Nothing is more important than the safety of Hyundai customers. 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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Michael S.
2023 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
07/18/2025
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Practical but overall feels lacking over long term

While the truck is practical and does meet most of my expectations at the initial purchase. Some things does not meet my expectations for the service/dealership support while waiting for your vehicle(minimal snack and internet speeds, difficult to "wait for your vehicle) and that roll up tonneau cover seems problematic. It was replaced during the purchase, but I'm starting to have problems again with the rolling back up again after two years of ownership. Also starting to see some of the limitations of space and cargo. Also passengers are not comfort for longer rides for both rear seating and passenger side. For a limited trim, it could have been better for long term.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/18/2025 01:15 PM

Hello Michael,

We’re so sorry to hear about your experience with one of our dealerships. Although each Hyundai dealer is independently owned, we still hold them to the highest standards. We'll share your feedback with their management team.
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far. We have forwarded your complaint to the appropriate department. ^cc 


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John T.
2023 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
07/18/2025
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Wonderful vehicle

Excellent truck
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Donald W.
2023 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
07/18/2025
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Love m6 Santa Cruz

I like almost everything about this vehicle. Great driver, great safety features, good mpg, versatile and stylish. My only negatives are rear vision is a bit limited, however, but when reversing, the backup camera is great. Headlights seem marginal due to the low mounting design.
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Michael C.
2023 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
07/17/2025
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Great small truck

Answers my need to transport yard waste, kayaks and other items while handling like a car. I feel safe driving it because of all the latest safety features.
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Brian D.
2023 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
07/17/2025
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Sporty looking…affordable.

Great sporty utility vehicle
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Virginia F.
2023 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
07/17/2025
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Drives like an SUV but functions as a small truck.

Handles like a Hyundai SUV but functions also as a truck when you need to haul things.
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Lynn J.
2023 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
07/17/2025
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My Santa Cruz

I saw a Santa Cruz in a parking lot, I thought to myself 'I have to get one of those '. Three days later I bought one. A month later a friend bought one- identical to mine, same color .
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Rita G.
2023 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
07/17/2025
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Easy to drive, good in snow. Great performance.

Love my Santa Cruz!
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James J.
2023 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
07/17/2025
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versatile vehicle

the vehicle is stylish and versatile for carrying items in a small truck bed. The front seat area is roomy and display panel is simple to navigate. My only complaint is the engine is a bit sluggish but to upgrade to a model with a bigger engine wasn't worth the large added expense because it is only available on the higher end models which add more bells and whistles that I don't need or want to pay for.
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Daniel W.
2023 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
07/17/2025
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It’s been a great little truck.

I have had no problems with my Santa Cruze and on my first long trip in it I made an average of over 35mpg.
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Edwin L.
2023 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
07/17/2025
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Good reliable vehicle except ...

The rear hatch system failed after 2 years. Required a month to get fixed. The rear seating is not very suitable for adults. The bed size is OK for most things.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/17/2025 06:40 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Edwin. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. We have forwarded your information to the appropriate department. ^cc 


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Bruce S.
2023 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
07/16/2025
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Very satisfied with hyundai santa cruz

Very satisfied with 2023 santa cruz; disaapointment is with lacking features as detailed below
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Chris B.
2023 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
07/16/2025
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Good little truck

This is the perfect vehicle for those who want a truck and a sedan. The technology is amazing. They built an ice. Chest is great and it handles extremely well. It is a bit noisy, but not terribly bad.
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Donato C.
2023 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
07/16/2025
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Roomey dependable sharp

Good value
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Angelique N.
2023 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
07/16/2025
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Overall good vehicle for the money

I do enjoy the Santa Cruz and am happy it tows up to 5,000 pounds - however, I wish it had a 4 pin connector as well as 7pin connector for towing. It currently only has 7pin which requires an adapter to tow something that uses 4 pin.
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Robert S.
2023 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
07/16/2025
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Replaced midsize truck

Mileage; performance; innovation unmatched, buy it you will be impressed!
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Bruce A.
2023 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
07/16/2025
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My retirement gift

I like it.
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Cindy B.
2023 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
07/16/2025
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Santa Cruz Elsa

Elsa my Santa Cruz is great love to drive it but a little cramped for long trips with more than 2 people
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