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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Shawn Q.
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
07/27/2026
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I'm madly in love

I love my Santa Cruz. It's feels like a luxury vehicle and its so darn cute!
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Marcella 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
07/27/2026
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Great truck overall!

Love, love, love my truck.
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Richard K.
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
07/27/2026
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Disappointed

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Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/31/2026 09:44 AM

Hello Richard, Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2026 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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Mark 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
07/27/2026
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Santa Cruz SEL

I really like this little truck.
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Joseph S.
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
07/26/2026
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good truck.

would recomend it .
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Terance R.
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
07/25/2026
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2026 Santa Cruz

My thoughts on the Santa Cruz
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Charles K.
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
07/24/2026
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My SC

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Lebert P.
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
07/24/2026
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Quit tracking me

This vehicle tracks your driving habits and scams everthing about you
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Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/29/2026 03:28 PM

Lebert, thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz and experience thus far.  ^cc 
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Melissa W.
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
07/23/2026
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I enjoy the vehicle but I wished I chose the limited.

I love my vehicle!
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William 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
07/23/2026
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Second Santa Cruz Better Than First

2026 Santa Cruz has a smoother engine and better ride plus gets better mileage.
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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
07/22/2026
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Fun and exciting

Cool, design, solid build,sleek features wonderful technology great fuel economy great price and good power in naturally aspirated option as well
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Russell 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
07/22/2026
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My 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT

Sporty and stylish, but still a truck, a small truck with surprisingly good power.
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Judith E.
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
07/22/2026
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My Santa Cruz So Far

I have owned and driven my vehicle for approximately two months. There are scenarios of which I have yet to encounter such as winter driving. I also will be purchasing a tonneau cover before winter's onset.
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Troy N.
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
07/21/2026
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Santa Cruz Limited

Great UTE !
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Carl 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
07/21/2026
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Dash letting is too small and some positions awkward

The dash letting is too small by about two font sizes. The seat heat buttons are too close to the AC temperature knob and get turned on arbitrarily when a finger brushes them. They would be better place above the fan speed buttons.
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Matthew 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
07/21/2026
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Fun to drive, versatile vehicle.

I really liked the look of Santa Cruz from the time it was a concept rendering, and I knew I wanted one. After owning it for a few months it has definitely met my expectations for versatility, but I really like that the ride is like an SUV not a truck.
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Nancy 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
07/21/2026
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Love it

Only had it a few months but so far I love it
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Bradley 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
07/21/2026
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Santa Cruz is great!

Love the Santa Cruz. Drives like a car with a 4' trunk.
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Dinia 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
07/21/2026
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My 2026

Can something be done about the gear shift
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Jonathan 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
07/20/2026
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9,000 Miles Later: The 2026 Santa Cruz SEL Activity Delivers

I purchased my 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL Activity with only 18 miles on the odometer and have driven it over 8,900 miles since May 9, 2026. After daily driving it in city conditions and taking it on longer highway trips, I can confidently say this vehicle delivers the perfect blend of SUV comfort and truck utility. The Santa Cruz provides excellent passenger space, a practical bed with the factory Tonneau cover, plenty of power, and features that make everyday driving enjoyable. The SEL Activity trim gives you a great combination of technology and convenience, including heated seats, lane assistance, a sunroof, and a comfortable second row. The highway performance is outstanding, with excellent stability, minimal cabin noise, and impressive fuel economy that can reach 36–38 MPG on long highway trips while averaging around 24–26 MPG during daily city driving. The truck handles very well, especially with the 18-inch tires, and the transmission provides plenty of torque for the terrain I encounter. While there are some minor issues, such as a passenger-side headliner rattle and a few software-related quirks, they do not take away from how useful and enjoyable this vehicle has been. If you need a vehicle with truck capability but want the comfort and features of a crossover, the Santa Cruz is an excellent choice.
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