2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz

  • 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

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

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