2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Reviews - Verified Owners

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2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/26/2025

Verified Review

Alot of warranty work

I love about 50% of my truck It gets average fuel economy the oil changes are expensive and I have to have an oil pan replaced after 60k. I've had about 4 warranty jobs done. Which is almost one every 10k. Stuff my other car that's at 200k has never needed. The windows roll down on their own there is no way to deactivate that. The front bumper peels from the cheap plastic they put on it. Windshields chipped twice when again my car with 200k has a perfectly fine windshield

Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/26/2025 06:28 AM

Hello Page, we are really sorry to hear about your experience with your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Your feedback will help us in identifying the areas where we can improve overall driving experience and durability of our vehicles. Thank you for your feedback. ^cc

Robert E.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Santa Cruz

Its a terrific vehicle, four door car with a small truck bed fit our needs.

Recommended

Paula B.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Blue Cruz, Great Views, Ices Brews, Attracts Dudes, Dog Approves

Love the look, mid-size, and versatility of the Cruz. Non-turbo is underpowered, but keeps me out of trouble.

John H.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Fun and reliable vehicle that looks cool

This truck has been reliable, fun to drive and is handy for light yard work and small loads

Recommended

Michael C.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Best Value Small Pickup

Most bang and style for your buck when it comes to small pickup trucks.

Recommended

Kory F.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Its alright for the price.

The truck has a lot smaller interior than expected. Sunroof has a whistle and leaks when going through a car wash. I've had hyundai for as long as I've driven. My 2011 veracruz did not have this problem. Minor disappointment.

Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/25/2025 02:25 PM

Hello Kory,

We encourage you to visit your local authorized Hyundai dealership for further inspection and assistance. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer connect center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc.

William M.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

My Hyundai

Fun car to drive.

Recommended

Laura R.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

From happy to sad

When it was time for my 1st service at 7000 miles the tech came up to me and told me I had uneven wear on my tires and talked to me like a) I was old and b) like I was stupid, I went and checked with a good friend of mine and he said that there was nothing wrong with my tires that they were just fine. I also have 7 yrs military with heavy equipment and as a DOTSupervisor for the state of IA for 17 yrs, when it’s time to get a different vehicle I will not be getting another Hyundia

Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/25/2025 02:17 PM

Hello Laura,

We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. ^cc

Carl J.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Great car

A lot of car for the money.

Recommended

Barry K.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Busy at work

I am really busy right now but I keep getting this email to complete this review

Recommended

Bridgette W.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Santa CruZ

Very cool ride

Recommended

Kenyon B.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

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Recommended

Chris A.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

2023 sel + activity non turbo

Minor issues to date but I've heard so nightmare stories. Hardest part is getting service, you have to plan 60+ days out. Watched one dealership while changing oil remove my oil cover plate then kick it to side and never put it back on. When they drove it out I informed to counter agent to take it back and put my cover plate back on. Then he only put one bot on so he had to take it back again. Never adjusted tire pressure although within threshold I intentionally let one lower to see if they would adjust. Had to do it myself. But as the car goes, gas mileage is as expected,. Comfort is acceptable, even on long drives. I have the non turbo so it's a bit under preforming in that part but does the job and was expecting such. Was not going to pay the price for the turbo. Over all it's been pretty good so far but it's only 3 yrs old. Let's see how it goes after 6 yrs

John S.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

Excellent. Simply excellent city truck.

Design, fit and finish, power, performance, technology and efficiency are all off the charts. This is not a "regular" pick-up for heavy duty of intense off-road use. This is the perfect "City" truck for someone who wants the comfort, technology and abilities of a luxury SUV with a pick-up bed.

Recommended

Christian L.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/25/2025

Verified Review

2023 Santa Cruz Review

I love my Santa Cruz. I would give a 5 star but my bed cover is getting stuck and hard to open. I ask in the dealership about it, told me they would called to let me know if it was in warranty, never call me back.

Recommended

Derrick B.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/24/2025

Verified Review

Good all around

It's been a good, solid vehicle as long as it's taken care of. A good daily driver with some utility.

Recommended

Lawrence N.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/24/2025

Verified Review

ok

* The seats are not comfortable on long trips. * Need passenger seat, adjustable like the drivers. * Keep hitting my head when I get in. Over all we like the Vehicle

Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/25/2025 06:19 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Lawrence. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc

Gary B.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/24/2025

Verified Review

Two things i would like changed about the Santa Cruz

I would like a longer bed and put a V8 engine in it

Recommended

Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/25/2025 06:19 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Gary. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. Your feedback will be taken into consideration. ^cc

Christopher G.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Verified Owner

08/22/2025

Verified Review

Way too small

Way too small. Definitely not suitable for someone with kids. Car seats barely fit in the back .. and even at that they’ll be kicking the back on your passengers neck unless your passenger is 4ft and has their seat all the way forward! Not worth the buy. Has some cool features but not logical. Body style is a little funky too.

Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/25/2025 06:53 AM

Hey Christopher, Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your vehicle and experience thus far. We continuously monitor the feedback of our owners as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumer preferences. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer Connect Center at (800) 633-5151 . Thank you ^cc.