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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Michele 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
04/08/2026
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GREAT!

No complaints here! I previously owned a Subaru which was very highly rated and had nothing but problems, mostly with the electronics in the vehicle which made it unsafe to drive. I was NOT going to buy another one and I basically wandered into a Hyundai dealership during my hunt for a small truck and later left with every single thing I had asked for. Sants Cruz has been great and EVERYTHING in it works!!!! Hurray!
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Diane L.
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
04/07/2026
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Nice LITTLE truck

Been with Hyundai since they first came to America. Have tried mostly every model. So it was a given to try the Santa Cruz. Love the dash set up. Front seats are comfy enough. The back is horrible. Absolutely no leg room at all. The truck is made much too small to really be enjoyed. This will be my one and done based on the cab size alone.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 04/08/2026 10:13 AM

Hello Diane,

Thank you for your review. Hyundai is committed to providing the best possible product experience, quality, and value. Hyundai greatly values our customers’ feedback, and we utilize your concerns and opinions in our relentless efforts towards delivering world-class products. ^cc
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Gregory 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
04/07/2026
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Upset that the Santa Cruz model is discontinued

After purchasing the ‘26 SC I found out they’re discontinuing the model. Apparently they want to build a bigger truck. I don’t want a bigger truck.
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Paul A.
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
04/07/2026
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A modern-day Chevrolet El Camino or Ford Ranchero.

It has all the comforts of an SUV with the utility of truck bed. It's perfect for someone who occasionally needs the functionality of a truck bed, but prefers an SUV environment for daily driving.
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Gregory 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
04/07/2026
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My Cruz Baby

I am enjoying my 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL Activity. Every time I park it, I get compliments or questions about it. It has just the amount of space and cargo capacity I need also. I haven’t had a bit of problems with it at all. Love it !!
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Michael 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
04/07/2026
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Vehicle for a regular homeowner

For years I have been saying I need a small truck but still able to have a comfortable ride. As a homeowner I need to run to a big box store for sand, bagged stone, small shrubs and I just didn't need a full size truck for that. In the 2 months since I have had this vehicle I have moved a full size fridge, picked up wood (without cutting it in half), gutter down spouts and delivered two mattresses to a friends cabin. I just got back from a 700 mile drive (one way) to visit my sister and it drove like a dream, the seats are very comfortable and the inside is roomy it was a great ride. The thing that really amazed me were the headlights, Hyundai mounts them low in the front of the vehicle and I thought it was odd until I drove at night, being low seems to project the light farther down the road while lighting the road up in front of the vehicle best headlight I have ever had. I like the different trim levels as i'm not sold on having every bell and whistle under the sun, so I was able to get a technology package I was comfortable with. After test driving it I knew I wanted it because it hit all the check boxes for me; utility, comfort, ride, affordability, safety. Lastly Sage Grey is a sweet color I never have a problem finding it in a parking lot.
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Zach K.
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
04/06/2026
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Happy with the new vehicle.
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Mark W.
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
04/06/2026
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Great job truck. Good size to get around the city

Good looks, useful features and good mpg for a truck
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Michael K.
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
04/06/2026
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Bring Back the Santa Cruz for 2027

Great min-pickup. Does everything I hoped.
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Eleanor J.
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
04/04/2026
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A great affordable utilitarian vehicle.

I love it!
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Walter B.
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
04/04/2026
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Santa Cruz

Excellent vehicle
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Jon D.
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
04/03/2026
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Everything but tow ready

why did you stop having all towing harnesses installed in the factory? I just installed a curt receiver hitch and then had to put the wiring harness under the dashboard with the trailer brake control. For the limited trim turbo I spent a lot of money and you could have made the vehicle tow ready. The rest of the vehicle is in good shape and it is enjoyable to drive and very comfortable.
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Shannon 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
04/03/2026
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Love it!

This is the perfect vehicle for me. Fits my personality to a T.
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Clifton M.
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
04/01/2026
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Certain parts feel cheap and fragile.

Too many plastic clips like the ones holding the mudflaps on or the door being super light and feel fragile. Love the look but it should feel more solid. Purchased due to price and AI rating as compared to like trucks.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 04/02/2026 07:13 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz. We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. ^cc
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Brian C.
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
03/31/2026
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Almost as good as the last one

Been better
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Steve 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
03/31/2026
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Love 10 year warranty and vehicle size

Last car I will own
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David D.
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
03/31/2026
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Not all the changes for model year 2026 were for the better

Overall, I love this little mini truck. However, there are several issues that I wish Hyundai would address or make better.
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Douglas 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
03/31/2026
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Worth buying

Very pleased with the vehicle. Not a fan of the lane sensing controls, often im finding myself fighting for control.
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LORI O.
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
03/30/2026
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my first truck

So far, I just love my truck. It drives great and is sporty looking. I just hope it will be as good of a vehicle as my Mazda was only time will tell.
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Regina A.
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
03/30/2026
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2026 Santa cruz

Love this vehicle
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