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The turbocharged version makes 281 hp and 311 lb-ft, comes only with all-wheel drive, and used an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic from 2022 until Hyundai swapped it for a conventional eight-speed torque-converter automatic for 2026. A facelift arrived for 2025 with new headlights, grille and daytime running lights, a curved twin 12.3-inch display, restored physical climate controls and a more serious XRT trim. The trim ladder has shifted year to year — SEL Premium in 2022-2023, a blacked-out Night model for 2023-2024, XRT from 2024 and SEL Activity from 2025 — with SE, SEL and Limited constants throughout.\n\nThe Santa Cruz's defining trade-off is its bed: at 27.0 cubic feet and roughly four feet long it is the smallest in the pickup class, but it comes with a lockable weatherproof under-bed trunk, an integrated locking tonneau cover and side steps built into the rear bumper. In exchange you get carlike handling, self-leveling rear shocks, 3,500 pounds of towing with the base engine or 5,000 with the turbo, EPA combined figures of roughly 20-25 mpg, and base prices that have run from about $24,400 to $43,500. 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It pairs the 281-hp 2.5-liter turbo four, eight-speed dual-clutch automatic and standard HTRAC all-wheel drive with a blacked-out exterior treatment covering the grille, badging, mirror caps and wheels. 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It lists at $37,600, up $1,470, and delivers the 281-hp turbo four, eight-speed dual-clutch automatic and standard all-wheel drive alongside a 10.25-inch navigation touchscreen, digital gauge display, leather seating with ventilated front seats, LED projector headlights and adaptive cruise control.", "packages": [ { "name": "SEL Premium AWD", "msrp": "$37,600", "difference": "Base variant." } ], "engine": "2.5L T-GDI I4", "power": "281 hp / 311 lb-ft", "drive": "AWD", "transmission": "8-speed dual-clutch automatic", "economy": "19 mpg city / 27 hwy", "zeroToSixty": "6.3 s", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Final year for the SEL Premium — replaced by the XRT for 2024", "281-hp turbocharged 2.5-liter with standard HTRAC all-wheel drive", "10.25-inch navigation touchscreen and 10.25-inch digital gauge display", "Leather seating with ventilated front seats and LED projector headlights", "Adaptive cruise control and 5,000-lb tow rating", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed with tonneau cover and under-bed trunk" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWLDD2vZyyc", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5a/2023_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_Ultimate_AWD_in_Hampton_Grey%2C_Front_Right%2C_07-29-2023.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": true }, { "name": "Limited", "description": "The Limited holds the top of the 2023 range at $40,570, only $400 up on 2022, with the 281-hp turbo four, dual-clutch automatic and standard all-wheel drive. Bose premium audio, a surround-view monitor, blind-spot view monitor, heated steering wheel, wireless charging and Hyundai's app-based Digital Key are all standard, and it still tows 5,000 pounds.", "packages": [ { "name": "Limited AWD", "msrp": "$40,570", "difference": "Base variant." } ], "engine": "2.5L T-GDI I4", "power": "281 hp / 311 lb-ft", "drive": "AWD", "transmission": "8-speed dual-clutch automatic", "economy": "19 mpg city / 27 hwy", "zeroToSixty": "6.3 s", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "281 hp and 311 lb-ft with standard HTRAC all-wheel drive", "5,000-lb tow rating and 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds", "Bose premium audio, surround-view monitor and blind-spot view monitor", "Heated steering wheel, wireless charging pad and Hyundai Digital Key", "Self-leveling rear shock absorbers for loaded-bed stability", "NHTSA five-star overall safety rating" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_En276d7Plc", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c4/23_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_Limited.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false } ] }, "2024": { "trims": [ { "name": "SE", "description": "The 2024 SE moves to $26,900, up $1,200, and picks up standard Bi-LED headlights — the equipment that earned the Santa Cruz its IIHS Top Safety Pick — plus steering-wheel haptic feedback for the lane-keep and blind-spot systems. Mechanically it is unchanged: 191-hp 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four, eight-speed automatic, 3,500-pound tow rating and the 27.0-cubic-foot lockable bed.", "packages": [ { "name": "SE", "msrp": "$26,900", "difference": "Base variant." }, { "name": "SE AWD", "msrp": "$28,400", "difference": "Adds HTRAC all-wheel drive with a lockable clutched center differential; EPA falls from 22/26 to 21/25 mpg (+$1,500)." } ], "engine": "2.5L GDI I4", "power": "191 hp / 181 lb-ft", "drive": "FWD or AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "22 mpg city / 26 hwy (FWD); 21 / 25 (AWD)", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Bi-LED headlights now standard on every trim", "New steering-wheel haptic feedback for lane-keep assist and blind-spot monitoring", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed with integrated tonneau cover and under-bed trunk", "8.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto", "3,500-lb tow rating with the naturally aspirated 2.5-liter", "NHTSA five-star overall and IIHS Top Safety Pick" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty5fPbFsBqw", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/05/23_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_SEL.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "SEL", "description": "At $29,650 the SEL is $1,460 dearer than in 2023 but gains standard dual-zone automatic climate control along with the Bi-LED headlights and haptic steering wheel that spread across the range. It keeps the 191-hp naturally aspirated 2.5-liter, eight-speed automatic, blind-spot monitoring, heated front seats and proximity entry, and tows 3,500 pounds.", "packages": [ { "name": "SEL", "msrp": "$29,650", "difference": "Base variant." }, { "name": "SEL AWD", "msrp": "$31,150", "difference": "Adds HTRAC all-wheel drive with a lockable clutched center differential; EPA falls from 22/26 to 21/25 mpg (+$1,500)." } ], "engine": "2.5L GDI I4", "power": "191 hp / 181 lb-ft", "drive": "FWD or AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "22 mpg city / 26 hwy (FWD); 21 / 25 (AWD)", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Dual-zone automatic climate control now standard on SEL and above", "Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and heated front seats", "Bi-LED headlights and haptic steering wheel feedback new for 2024", "Available SEL Activity Package with 18-inch alloys and a sliding tonneau", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed and 3,500-lb tow rating", "Proximity key with push-button start" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mhb_yLN_siA", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c4/23_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_Limited.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "Night", "description": "2024 is the Night's second and final year. It climbs $2,400 to $38,460 and keeps the recipe intact: 281-hp 2.5-liter turbo four, eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, standard HTRAC all-wheel drive and a blacked-out grille, badging, mirror caps and wheels. Towing is the full 5,000 pounds and MotorTrend timed the turbo Santa Cruz to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds.", "packages": [ { "name": "Night AWD", "msrp": "$38,460", "difference": "Base variant." } ], "engine": "2.5L T-GDI I4", "power": "281 hp / 311 lb-ft", "drive": "AWD", "transmission": "8-speed dual-clutch automatic", "economy": "19 mpg city / 27 hwy", "zeroToSixty": "6.3 s", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Final year for the Night trim — dropped when SEL Activity arrives for 2025", "281 hp and 311 lb-ft with standard HTRAC all-wheel drive", "Blacked-out grille, badging, mirror caps and wheels", "10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation and a digital gauge display", "5,000-lb tow rating and 19/27 mpg", "0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds in MotorTrend testing" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8JKMzdzAXk", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/bf/2023_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_Ultimate_AWD_in_Hampton_Grey%2C_Rear_Right%2C_07-29-2023.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": true }, { "name": "XRT", "description": "XRT is new for 2024 and takes the SEL Premium's place in the lineup at $40,100. It is mostly a look at this stage — multi-tone wheels with orange anodized center caps, 245/60R19 Kumho Crugen all-season tires, black exterior accents, wider fender cladding and trim-specific badging — but the 281-hp turbo four, eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, standard all-wheel drive and 5,000-pound tow rating are all genuine.", "packages": [ { "name": "XRT AWD", "msrp": "$40,100", "difference": "Base variant." } ], "engine": "2.5L T-GDI I4", "power": "281 hp / 311 lb-ft", "drive": "AWD", "transmission": "8-speed dual-clutch automatic", "economy": "19 mpg city / 27 hwy", "zeroToSixty": "6.3 s", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "All-new for 2024, replacing the SEL Premium in the lineup", "Multi-tone 19-inch wheels with orange anodized center caps", "245/60R19 Kumho Crugen HP71 all-season tires and wider fender cladding", "Black exterior accents and XRT-specific badging", "281-hp turbo four with standard AWD and a 5,000-lb tow rating", "Adaptive cruise control standard" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQCNH0QM7Ns", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/2a/24_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_XRT.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": true, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "Limited", "description": "The Limited tops the 2024 range at $41,320, a $750 increase, and remains the best-equipped pre-facelift Santa Cruz. The 281-hp turbo four, eight-speed dual-clutch automatic and HTRAC all-wheel drive are joined by Bose premium audio, a surround-view monitor, blind-spot view monitor, heated steering wheel, wireless charging and Hyundai Digital Key, with the full 5,000-pound tow rating.", "packages": [ { "name": "Limited AWD", "msrp": "$41,320", "difference": "Base variant." } ], "engine": "2.5L T-GDI I4", "power": "281 hp / 311 lb-ft", "drive": "AWD", "transmission": "8-speed dual-clutch automatic", "economy": "19 mpg city / 27 hwy", "zeroToSixty": "6.3 s", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Best-equipped pre-facelift Santa Cruz", "281 hp and 311 lb-ft with standard HTRAC all-wheel drive", "Bose premium audio, surround-view monitor and blind-spot view monitor", "Heated steering wheel, wireless charging pad and Hyundai Digital Key", "5,000-lb tow rating and 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed with tonneau cover and under-bed trunk" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9b97WZCJV6I", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5a/2023_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_Ultimate_AWD_in_Hampton_Grey%2C_Front_Right%2C_07-29-2023.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false } ] }, "2025": { "trims": [ { "name": "SE", "description": "2025 brings the Santa Cruz's mid-cycle refresh and the SE gets all of it at $28,750, a hefty $1,850 jump. Outside there are redesigned headlights, a new grille and daytime running lights and new wheel designs; inside a curved display housing, a new steering wheel and restored physical HVAC controls. EPA highway improves sharply to 30 mpg with front-wheel drive, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto plus over-the-air updates are now standard on every trim.", "packages": [ { "name": "SE", "msrp": "$28,750", "difference": "Base variant." }, { "name": "SE AWD", "msrp": "$30,250", "difference": "Adds HTRAC all-wheel drive with a lockable clutched center differential; EPA falls from 22/30 to 21/29 mpg (+$1,500)." } ], "engine": "2.5L GDI I4", "power": "191 hp / 181 lb-ft", "drive": "FWD or AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "22 mpg city / 30 hwy (FWD); 21 / 29 (AWD)", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Facelifted for 2025: new headlights, grille, daytime running lights and wheels", "EPA highway jumps from 26 to 30 mpg with front-wheel drive", "Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto now standard on every trim", "Physical HVAC and infotainment shortcut controls restored to the dash", "New rear-seat center armrest with cupholders", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed with tonneau cover; 3,500-lb tow rating" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1GBb5mTkII", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7c/25_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_SEL.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "SEL", "description": "The refreshed SEL lists at $30,450, $800 more than the 2024 car, and adds the facelift's Forward Attention Warning driver-focus monitor, front-seat and mirror memory, a digital key and USB-C ports. Powertrain is unchanged — 191-hp 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four and an eight-speed automatic — but the new EPA ratings of 22/30 mpg front-drive make it the most efficient Santa Cruz yet.", "packages": [ { "name": "SEL", "msrp": "$30,450", "difference": "Base variant." }, { "name": "SEL AWD", "msrp": "$31,950", "difference": "Adds HTRAC all-wheel drive with a lockable clutched center differential; EPA falls from 22/30 to 21/29 mpg (+$1,500)." } ], "engine": "2.5L GDI I4", "power": "191 hp / 181 lb-ft", "drive": "FWD or AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "22 mpg city / 30 hwy (FWD); 21 / 29 (AWD)", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Most efficient Santa Cruz yet at 25 mpg combined with front-wheel drive", "New Forward Attention Warning driver-focus monitor", "Memory system for the front seats and side mirrors", "Digital key, USB-C ports and Hyundai Pay in-car payments", "Blind-spot monitoring, heated front seats and dual-zone climate control", "New Rockwood Green and Canyon Red exterior colors" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-s0KORlp2U", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/34/2025_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_Preferred_in_Hampton_Grey%2C_front_left%2C_2026-04-12.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "SEL Activity", "description": "What used to be an option package on the SEL becomes a standalone trim for 2025, listing at $33,450. It keeps the 191-hp naturally aspirated 2.5-liter and eight-speed automatic but adds the larger 10.25-inch infotainment display, wireless charging and adventure-oriented equipment including a sliding tonneau and unique alloy wheels. It is the priciest Santa Cruz that can still be had with front-wheel drive.", "packages": [ { "name": "SEL Activity", "msrp": "$33,450", "difference": "Base variant." }, { "name": "SEL Activity AWD", "msrp": "$34,950", "difference": "Adds HTRAC all-wheel drive with a lockable clutched center differential; EPA falls from 22/30 to 21/29 mpg (+$1,500)." } ], "engine": "2.5L GDI I4", "power": "191 hp / 181 lb-ft", "drive": "FWD or AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "22 mpg city / 30 hwy (FWD); 21 / 29 (AWD)", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Promoted from an option package to a full trim for 2025", "Priciest Santa Cruz still available with front-wheel drive", "10.25-inch infotainment display and wireless charging pad", "Adventure-oriented equipment including a sliding tonneau cover", "25 mpg combined with front-wheel drive", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed; 3,500-lb tow rating" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLFWHg55Q0o", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7c/25_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_SEL.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": true, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "XRT", "description": "The XRT gets the most from the 2025 refresh, rising just $150 to $40,250 while gaining real capability. New XRT-specific bumper fascias improve the approach angle, front tow hooks are added, and the 19-inch all-season setup is swapped for trim-specific 18s on 245/60R18 all-terrain tires. A 360-degree camera and blind-spot view monitor become standard, and Limited and XRT turbo models add a towing drive mode. The all-terrain rubber costs a little economy: 18/26 mpg versus 19/27 for the Limited.", "packages": [ { "name": "XRT AWD", "msrp": "$40,250", "difference": "Base variant." } ], "engine": "2.5L T-GDI I4", "power": "281 hp / 311 lb-ft", "drive": "AWD", "transmission": "8-speed dual-clutch automatic", "economy": "18 mpg city / 26 hwy", "zeroToSixty": "6.5 s", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "New XRT-specific bumper fascias and grille improve the approach angle", "Front tow hooks added and 245/60R18 all-terrain tires on trim-specific 18s", "360-degree camera and blind-spot view monitor now standard", "New towing drive mode shared with the Limited", "281-hp turbo four, standard AWD and a 5,000-lb tow rating", "0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds in MotorTrend testing" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vziKsJuYbu8", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/98/2025_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_XRT_%28United_States%29_front_view.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "Limited", "description": "The Limited tops the refreshed range at $42,750, up $1,430, and pairs the 281-hp turbo four and eight-speed dual-clutch automatic with the facelift's curved twin 12.3-inch displays, a new steering wheel, a fingerprint scanner and the new towing drive mode. Bose premium audio, a surround-view monitor and heated steering wheel are standard, and MotorTrend timed 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds.", "packages": [ { "name": "Limited AWD", "msrp": "$42,750", "difference": "Base variant." } ], "engine": "2.5L T-GDI I4", "power": "281 hp / 311 lb-ft", "drive": "AWD", "transmission": "8-speed dual-clutch automatic", "economy": "19 mpg city / 27 hwy", "zeroToSixty": "6.3 s", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Curved display housing with twin 12.3-inch screens", "New towing drive mode for the 2.5-liter turbo powertrain", "Fingerprint scanner, digital key and Hyundai Pay in-car payments", "Bose premium audio, surround-view monitor and heated steering wheel", "281 hp with standard AWD, 5,000-lb towing and 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds", "IIHS 2024 Top Safety Pick and NHTSA five-star overall" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIEoilO7a9k", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0b/25_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_Limited.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false } ] }, "2026": { "trims": [ { "name": "SE", "description": "The 2026 SE is a $750 walk-up to $29,500 with no mechanical changes: the 191-hp 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four, eight-speed automatic and 3,500-pound tow rating carry over, as do the facelift's 22/30 mpg EPA ratings with front-wheel drive. Every 2026 Santa Cruz now gets a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.", "packages": [ { "name": "SE", "msrp": "$29,500", "difference": "Base variant." }, { "name": "SE AWD", "msrp": "$31,000", "difference": "Adds HTRAC all-wheel drive with a lockable clutched center differential; EPA falls from 22/30 to 21/29 mpg (+$1,500)." } ], "engine": "2.5L GDI I4", "power": "191 hp / 181 lb-ft", "drive": "FWD or AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "22 mpg city / 30 hwy (FWD); 21 / 29 (AWD)", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen standard across the range", "Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on every trim", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed with integrated tonneau cover and under-bed trunk", "25 mpg combined with front-wheel drive", "3,500-lb tow rating with the naturally aspirated 2.5-liter", "NHTSA five-star overall safety rating" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-TgAKavu10", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7c/25_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_SEL.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "SEL", "description": "The SEL is $31,150 for 2026, up $700, and carries over the 2025 refresh's equipment: Forward Attention Warning, front-seat and mirror memory, digital key, USB-C ports and dual-zone climate. Powertrain remains the 191-hp naturally aspirated 2.5-liter with an eight-speed automatic and a choice of front- or all-wheel drive. Only the Dark Green interior colorway is dropped this year.", "packages": [ { "name": "SEL", "msrp": "$31,150", "difference": "Base variant." }, { "name": "SEL AWD", "msrp": "$32,650", "difference": "Adds HTRAC all-wheel drive with a lockable clutched center differential; EPA falls from 22/30 to 21/29 mpg (+$1,500)." } ], "engine": "2.5L GDI I4", "power": "191 hp / 181 lb-ft", "drive": "FWD or AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "22 mpg city / 30 hwy (FWD); 21 / 29 (AWD)", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Blind-spot monitoring, heated front seats and dual-zone automatic climate control", "Forward Attention Warning driver-focus monitor", "Memory system for the front seats and side mirrors, plus digital key", "Dark Green interior colorway discontinued for 2026", "25 mpg combined with front-wheel drive", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed; 3,500-lb tow rating" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpSDwszh5h4", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/34/2025_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_Preferred_in_Hampton_Grey%2C_front_left%2C_2026-04-12.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "SEL Activity", "description": "SEL Activity holds its place between the SEL and the turbocharged trims at $34,200, a $750 increase. It remains the most expensive Santa Cruz available with front-wheel drive and pairs the 191-hp naturally aspirated 2.5-liter with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless charging and adventure-focused equipment such as a sliding tonneau cover and unique alloy wheels.", "packages": [ { "name": "SEL Activity", "msrp": "$34,200", "difference": "Base variant." }, { "name": "SEL Activity AWD", "msrp": "$35,700", "difference": "Adds HTRAC all-wheel drive with a lockable clutched center differential; EPA falls from 22/30 to 21/29 mpg (+$1,500)." } ], "engine": "2.5L GDI I4", "power": "191 hp / 181 lb-ft", "drive": "FWD or AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "22 mpg city / 30 hwy (FWD); 21 / 29 (AWD)", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Most expensive Santa Cruz still available with front-wheel drive", "Wireless charging standard, as on the XRT and Limited", "12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless phone mirroring", "Adventure-oriented equipment including a sliding tonneau cover", "25 mpg combined with front-wheel drive", "27.0 cu ft lockable bed; 3,500-lb tow rating" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4648T8mih7g", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7c/25_Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_SEL.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "XRT", "description": "The XRT's headline change for 2026 is under the tunnel: the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic is retired in favour of a conventional eight-speed torque-converter automatic, which smooths out the low-speed manners buyers complained about. It also gains a Terrain Mode with Mud, Snow and Sand settings. Price rises $850 to $41,100, and the all-terrain tires plus the new gearbox drop EPA figures to 18/25 mpg.", "packages": [ { "name": "XRT AWD", "msrp": "$41,100", "difference": "Base variant." } ], "engine": "2.5L T-GDI I4", "power": "281 hp / 311 lb-ft", "drive": "AWD", "transmission": "8-speed automatic", "economy": "18 mpg city / 25 hwy", "zeroToSixty": "", "topSpeed": "", "safetyRating": "5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)", "seats": "5", "cargo": "27.0 cu ft", "airbags": "6 airbags", "highlights": [ "Dual-clutch automatic replaced by a conventional eight-speed automatic", "New Terrain Mode with Mud, Snow and Sand settings — XRT exclusive", "245/60R18 all-terrain tires on trim-specific 18-inch wheels", "XRT-specific bumper fascias, grille and front tow hooks", "281 hp and 311 lb-ft with standard AWD and a 5,000-lb tow rating", "Eight-speaker Bose audio and a 360-degree camera standard" ], "video": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70JUPbEritU", "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c7/Hyundai_Santa_Cruz_XRT_%282026%29_%2855210097784%29.jpg", "isFirstModelYearForModule": false, "isLastModelYearForModule": false }, { "name": "Limited", "description": "The Limited tops the 2026 range at $43,450, up $700, and like the XRT swaps its eight-speed dual-clutch for a conventional eight-speed automatic. The 281-hp turbo four, HTRAC all-wheel drive, Bose eight-speaker audio, surround-view monitor, curved twin 12.3-inch displays, fingerprint scanner and 5,000-pound tow rating all carry over. 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