We haven’t sampled the base engine in the Santa Cruz, but prior experience with it-and its conventional 8-speed automatic gearbox-suggest smooth operation but no excess of power to overcome more than 4,100 lb of vehicle. At low speeds, the gearbox can hesitate and it can be particularly tricky to accelerate smoothly from a stop. It’s peppy with the turbocharged engine, which unfortunately pairs with a less-than-decisive 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It’s fine for dirt trails, but those big wheels hint at its city-friendly positioning. Where is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz made?Įither way, the Santa Cruz offers decent ground clearance of 8.6 inches but somewhat long overhangs and no low-range options that dent its off-road ability. With all-wheel drive and the turbo engine, the SEL Premium is fairly lavish for around $37,500.
That’s a broad range, so we suggest sticking with one of the mid-level SEL versions.
The Santa Cruz lineup starts a little over $25,000 but can top out at around $41,000 with every option box ticked. How much does the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz cost? Standard safety tech includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and active lane control, while blind-spot monitors and cameras, as well as a surround-view camera system are optional. Its modern design includes a big touchscreen with standard wireless smartphone mirroring. Inside, the Santa Cruz has a reasonably spacious cabin with good room for four or even five adults. As a result, fuel economy is so-so at 22 to 23 mpg combined depending on what’s underhood. All models use automatic transmissions, and unlike the cheaper Ford Maverick, there’s no ultra-frugal hybrid version. Depending on the trim and drive wheels, the Santa Cruz can lug as much as 5,000 lb. The Santa Cruz wears front-end and interior styling similar to the Hyundai Tucson, but it’s much longer and it features a four-foot-long open bed behind a five-seat passenger compartment.īase models use a 2.5-liter inline-4 rated at 191 hp, while a 2.5-liter turbo-4 that puts out a heftier 281 hp is optional.
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