2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
Specs
- Engine 2.5L na inline-4 or 2.5L turbo-4
- HP/torque 191/181 base engine; 281/311 for turbo-4
- Transmission 8-speed automatic, na inline-4; 8-speed wet dual-clutch, turbo-4
- Fuel economy 2.5L turbo-4: 18/26/22 FWD – XRT; 19/27/23 Limited; 2.5L na inline-4: 22/30/25 FWD; 21/29/24 AWD
- Towing 3,500 lbs. max: 2.5L na inline-4, 5,000 lbs. max: 2.5L turbo with XRT AWD
(Photo/Paul Eisenstein)
Pros
- Great design
- Affordable
- Blends some of the best features of a pickup and an SUV
- Redesigned IP with curved digital screen — and more traditional controls
Cons
- Cramped rear seating
- Too much interior plastic
- 4-foot bed limits cargo capabilities
