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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Richard 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
05/01/2026
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Love this truck!

This is my second Santa Cruz. I love how well it drives and how comfortable it is. The controls are nice and user friendly. I just wish Hyundai would keep making them.
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Susan 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
05/01/2026
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The Ride

Fabulous car-truck! It is the perfect size and I enjoy the ride. Easy to park, everything you not to have at your hands while driving is on the dashboard.
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Patrick 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
04/30/2026
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Excellent buy
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Han C.
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
04/30/2026
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I buy the money for ripped off pay 40500

I was physically sick and I thought it might be a last car of my life and ripped up so far I don't drive much I can't tell
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 04/30/2026 02:38 PM

Customer feedback plays an integral role in product design and development. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. ^cc
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Keith 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
04/30/2026
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Great Vehicle

It came with unexpected safety features and a feeling that I was in control.
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Michael 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
04/29/2026
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Great vehicle

All round great vehicle
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Jason 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
04/29/2026
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2026 santa cruz sel activity

I love my little truck. Handles great! Excellent ground clearance. Looks great!
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Micheal Z.
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
04/29/2026
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Great Vehicle

I really like my Santa Cruz
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Thomas A.
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
04/28/2026
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So far so good
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Linda 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
04/28/2026
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Happy Senior

Enjoying my new truck.
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Chris 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
04/28/2026
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CDC 2026 Santa Cruz Limited

Love this little Cruz, especially since it’s the last of its kind of the line. To me that makes it even more valuable. Handles like a car, storage in the back like a truck, the best of both worlds. Again, just love it!
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Eric G.
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
04/27/2026
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Best everyday very versatile vehicle on the market

Love the my Santa Cruz best vehicle for the person that does a little of everything. I would give it a 5 stars if it weren’t for a couple of the safety features and the fact that it has been in the shop longer than in my garage.
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Michael M.
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
04/27/2026
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Crzr

Good size for light duty and due to unibody construction it drives like a car.
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Renata 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
04/27/2026
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How I like Mawmaws truck

So far I am really enjoying my truck
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Richard 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
04/27/2026
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Good value for the price.

I would change a few of the interior functions, a few are hard to see in bright sunlight.
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Marvin N.
2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
04/26/2026

XRT 2026

This is my second Santa Cruz, I had a 2022 that I really liked. Do when I saw the 2026 XRT I thought why not.
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Mike 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
04/26/2026
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Dreaded limp mode

Loved my 2023 except clutch transmission allowed too much roll back & occasional 20 mph limp mode. The upgraded transmission in my 2026 solved the first issue but not the second. As I was accelerating on April 12 after a stop it suddenly lost power & the limp mode warning came on. I had to pull over & restart. Really wish you'd figure this out...it's a hazard.
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William 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
04/24/2026
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Like it

Excellent ride
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Jerry 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
04/24/2026
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great little truck!

The Santa Cruz has the look and feel of a luxurious vehicle but maintains the ability to use as a small truck. It is fun to drive and gets acceptable (not great) fuel economy.
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Mark H.
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
04/24/2026
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Day 105 and waiting

Our 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz went into the shop over 100 days ago and we are still waiting on repair parts. As we only drove it 140 miles before it went into the shop, we can not comment on the characteristics of the vehicle.
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 04/24/2026 01:08 PM

Mark, thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Your comments have been sent to your case manager for review. Your assigned Specialist will be in touch with you to discuss your concerns further. ^cc
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