2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Average Score

Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5
4.5
(621 Reviews)
Category Summary
(Avg. out of 10)
    Value
  • Poor
    Fair
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    Excellent
    8.7
  • Features
  • Poor
    Fair
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    Excellent
    8.9
  • Build Quality
  • Poor
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    9
  • Fun
  • Poor
    Fair
    Good
    Excellent
    9.3
  • Reliability
  • Poor
    Fair
    Good
    Excellent
    9.1
  • Performance
  • Poor
    Fair
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    8.9
  • Exterior
  • Poor
    Fair
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    Excellent
    9.4
  • Comfort
  • Poor
    Fair
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    Excellent
    9
  • Interior
  • Poor
    Fair
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    Excellent
    9.2
  • Styling
  • Poor
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    9.5

Reviews

Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5Overall Rating 4.5/5
4.5
(621 Reviews)

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SYLVIA R.
2025 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
08/02/2025
Verified Review

A lot to learn very frustrating.

Love the car get a lot of compliments on it. But being so computerized is not for me half the things it does is way over my head. Did not realize it would be so confusing. T kind of makes me nervous.
    Value
  • 9
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 8
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 8
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Michael N.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
08/02/2025
Verified Review

Defective electrical

My car has 1400 miles and it is throwing trouble lights randomly , not showing any codes having to leave it at the dealer overnight.
    Value
  • 5
  • Build Quality
  • 3
  • Reliability
  • 1
  • Exterior
  • 8
  • Interior
  • 7
  • Features
  • 7
  • Fun
  • 7
  • Performance
  • 7
  • Comfort
  • 8
  • Styling
  • 7
Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/04/2025 06:31 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Michael. A representative will be in touch with you to discuss your concerns further. ^cc


LH
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LAURA H.
2025 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
08/02/2025
Verified Review

Great basic truck

I love this truck. With built in cooler, ability to remote start and very comfortable drive. This is the perfect SUV with truck abilities.
    Value
  • 8
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 9
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 9
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

MC
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Mark C.
2025 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
08/02/2025
Verified Review

very comfortable unique vehicle

unique blend of car and truck similar to the Chevy El Camino and Ford Ranchero of past decades; Limited is very comfortable and well equipped with all the bells and whistles; smooth car-like ride with small truck capabilities; turbo-charged engine gives good fuel economy with power boost when needed. very please so far.
    Value
  • 9
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 10
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 9
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Barry C.
2025 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
08/01/2025
Verified Review

What a truck!!

I absolutely LOVE this vehicle! It looks sharp, it drives great and I love the many safety features on it!! I have been wanting one of these since they first came out and now, I finally have one!!
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 10
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Roy E.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
08/01/2025
Verified Review

Bought new, now has 3000 miles and has been in shop for 2 weeks

Like vehicle but it’s been in shop for 2 weeks
    Value
  • 6
  • Build Quality
  • 5
  • Reliability
  • 5
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 9
  • Features
  • 9
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 9
  • Styling
  • 10
Hyundai Motor America responded on 08/01/2025 10:52 AM

Hello Roy,

Nothing is more important than the safety of Hyundai customers. If you have any questions or concerns about Hyundai vehicles, please contact our customer connect center at (800) 633-5151. Thank you ^cc. 


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Michael D.
2025 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
08/01/2025
Verified Review

Great Little Truck

Truck is big enough and comfortable for my needs. Sleek looking and stands out from other common trucks.
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 8
  • Features
  • 8
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Louise S.
2025 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
08/01/2025
Verified Review

Santa Cruz

I enjoy my truck
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 10
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Steven P.
2025 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
08/01/2025
Verified Review

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    Value
  • 6
  • Build Quality
  • 7
  • Reliability
  • 7
  • Exterior
  • 7
  • Interior
  • 4
  • Features
  • 6
  • Fun
  • 5
  • Performance
  • 5
  • Comfort
  • 5
  • Styling
  • 7

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RICHARD G.
2025 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
07/31/2025
Verified Review

A great vehicle to drive.

The vehicle rides great, comfortable and quiet. It has good pickup and can carry a lot.
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 9
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Angelo M.
2025 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
07/31/2025
Verified Review

Very good experience.

Nice looking car and fun to drive. Easy for carrying items . Its a combination of a pickup truck and car.
    Value
  • 9
  • Build Quality
  • 9
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 10
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Jeffrey C.
2025 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
07/31/2025
Verified Review

2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz

A style in versatility.
    Value
  • 9
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 9
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 9
  • Fun
  • 9
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 9
  • Styling
  • 10

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Tammi B.
2025 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
07/31/2025
Verified Review

Brake paddle would not start my vehicle .

My car is great love it . My one concern is I went to start my car and the brake was stuck and would not go down . I called the dealership and the service department was rude . I hesitated to buy my car from them and went to other dealerships only to find that this particular dealership was the only one who had the exact car I wanted . I had a great experience with sales . No so much service department
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 8
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 10
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 8
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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John U.
2025 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
07/31/2025
Verified Review

Its ok

Its good looking
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 9
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 8
  • Features
  • 9
  • Fun
  • 9
  • Performance
  • 9
  • Comfort
  • 9
  • Styling
  • 10

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Brian C.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
verified customerVerified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
07/31/2025
Verified Review

roomy,comfortable to drive

rear hatch cover leaks.
    Value
  • 5
  • Build Quality
  • 7
  • Reliability
  • 5
  • Exterior
  • 5
  • Interior
  • 5
  • Features
  • 3
  • Fun
  • 5
  • Performance
  • 5
  • Comfort
  • 5
  • Styling
  • 5
Hyundai Motor America responded on 07/31/2025 08:04 AM

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz, Brian. We continuously monitor the feedback of our customers as we develop new models and trims to best match our consumers' preferences. We have forwarded your information to the appropriate department. ^cc 


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ANTHONY G.
2025 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
07/31/2025
Verified Review

Looks like a truck rides like a car

This is my second Santa Cruz in 3 years. This is a comfortable smooth ride, there are lots of safety features that literally will save your life. The dashboard extends all the way to the radio, all one piece. Buttons to choose a screen and touch screen too. Blue link is for life so if in an emergency you can notify someone of an accident or breakdown. This 2025 model is more quiet than my 2023 was, more insulation. Plenty on usb-c ports and storage.
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 10
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 8
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Anthony B.
2025 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
07/30/2025
Verified Review

Just what I was looking for and exceeded my expectations

My search for a new vehicle started a year ago, and after considering 2 close models from different companies, the Hyundai Santa Cruz won hands down with its competitor.
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 9
  • Reliability
  • 9
  • Exterior
  • 9
  • Interior
  • 9
  • Features
  • 9
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 9
  • Comfort
  • 9
  • Styling
  • 10

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Jerry M.
2025 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
07/30/2025
Verified Review

A great truck

I love met Santa cruse
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 10
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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Thomas S.
2025 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
07/30/2025
Verified Review

Good ride. Quick and responsive.

Good ride. Quick and responsive.
    Value
  • 7
  • Build Quality
  • 9
  • Reliability
  • 9
  • Exterior
  • 9
  • Interior
  • 9
  • Features
  • 9
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 9
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 9

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Vivlen P.
2025 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
07/30/2025
Verified Review

Mimi needed a larger vehicle

I traded my retirement car, what I thought would be my last vehicle purchase. I enjoyed the sporty, standard transmission Mazda 3 hatchback and used it tremendously. However the love of my life (grandbaby) came along five years later and didn't stay small very long. It became too physically taxing (to the point of PT) to lift his 43 lbs and center him in his car seat. I spotted a Sant Cruz in my neighborhood and wham! Interior size-wise it was like going to a 747 and TALK ABOUT COMFORT!! The ride is so smooth it made me realize what I missed. I appreciate the lane assist guidance, especially with my special passenger. And why is it when you buy a truck you start to do 'truck' things? Like haul TONS of landscaping rock, chicken feed, plants, strollers, bicycles, etc. It performed flawlessly on two long distance road trips, so much so that my man is getting rid of his VW GTI for something similar. The gas mileage was impressive enough: on both trips I filled at the exact spots I'd fill the Mazda. It's quiet also, a big difference from a smaller car. The vehicle 'talks' to you quite a bit and I appreciate the safety features. My single issue with it is the INABILITY to place a baby car seat in the center of the rear seat, specifically stated in the owner's manual. That makes no sense to me but I'm dealing with it with the most cautious driving.
    Value
  • 10
  • Build Quality
  • 10
  • Reliability
  • 10
  • Exterior
  • 10
  • Interior
  • 10
  • Features
  • 10
  • Fun
  • 10
  • Performance
  • 10
  • Comfort
  • 10
  • Styling
  • 10

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