The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT Is A More Rugged Lifestyle Crossover Truck
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- čas přidán 26. 03. 2024
- The #HyundaiSantaCruz gets some updates for 2025 and for those of you looking for a more rugged and capable model, the #SantaCruzXRT gets more capability this year and improved tech on the inside. Expect #Hyundai to release updated pricing on the #SantaCruz as we get closer to the on-sale date later this summer.
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I love this truck. Absolute eye candy and not boring to look at. 280 HP for a truck this size. Perfect as a daily commuter vehicle and then pack up and head out for the weekend! 🎉🔥🔥🔥
I love my santa cruz!!
Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I really enjoyed the video looking forward to seeing this pickup here i haven't seen many of these here and when i do i have to look twice 😂
Great review. Thanks for posting.
Great review as usual!
They do indeed have ventilated seats in the limited trim
Looks so nice in red. They shouldve offered it with the first model
Red is what I have been waiting for ❤❤
That is an awesome color. I love it👏👍🤣❤️
Love the tow hooks
For anyone stating that the Santa cruz needs a "longer bed" or " needs to be bigger" your clearly missing the point of this vehicle and are in the wrong segment size.
If the Santa cruz was bigger
etc then it wouldn't be a compact would it?
This was my argument with the ford Maverick but good God this thing has a smaller bed than the Maverick. At a certain point you really don't have a truck or reason to buy these things. I think size wise the ford maverick is perfect. Smaller and potentially cheaper than a mid size truck but still enough room to use it as a truck. It's hard for me to stick with that argument with the Santa Cruz
@@nrs10001, the manufacturer never called this design a truck...
Still disappointed they're not offering this in a hybrid configuration
@@AncientRe There are literally other models that have hybrid systems....
@@AncientRe zero issues on my 2017 Optima hybrid. Overall, Hyundai/Kia hybrid engines have been very reliable since ~2015/2016 or so. Theta II engine is a different story, but that's not in hybrids either obviously.
@@AncientRe keep yapping. that hyundai engine reliability trope is getting long in the tooth. Yet here we are. Hyundai now the 3rd largest auto maker in the WORLD. And I haven't met too many unhappy hyundai OWNERS -- only loudmouthed internet haters 😅
@@AncientRe 🤣🤣 what rock have you been living under? There's a plethora of hybrid Hyundai/Kia models...
@@CJ-fh5xq like... sooooo literally.
This is a great looking vehicle with a lot of utility features. Would love one!
🔥🔥
I hate they changed the steering wheel. I feel that this is the most comfortable steering wheel I have ever had. I have the 23 California Sand
Do you know if they will be adding a heads up display.
I actually didn’t know it shared platforms with the Tucson. I always thought it was the Santa Fe. A pickup version of the new Santa Fe would be really neat.
They dun ballzed it up
i wish this car available in South East Asia
I see a bright RED. No orange!
I love our 2023 Hyundai Santa cruz buuuuut........I can honestly say that it has the absolute worst/complicated and over-engineered infotainment system Ive ever dealt with BY FAR. I definitely reccommend this truck for anyone whos in the market for this niche of trucks. It is versatile, fun, comfortable and its a head turner for sure.
Just bolt your old 8-track under the dash with the vibrosonic you will be fine ! ! !
What is the difference between Magma Orange and Cleary Orange colors?. 🤔
I’d want the 2.5 Turbo, but the dual clutch is terrible on any type of off roading, it will self destruct. Subaru needs to build an Ascent Wilderness Pickup!
This still reminds me of the Subaru Baja!
BRAT
Hyundai Santa Cruz is killing it with brilliantastic refresh.:)
I think the look is eye catching and the small bed would check my needs, but the XRT front wheel trim looks awkward compared to the rear trim which free flows. To me it looks (unfinished) with a cut off at the front door area (unlike the other models with smaller trim.)
The fact that the Maverick is only outselling it 3:1 amazes me. I expected at least 5:1 when they both launched, based solely on perceptions of Hyundai as a "cheap car" company and Ford being a "truck" company. Ultimately, while the two are competitors by segment, they have very distinct niches within that segment. I still absolutely LOVE my early '22 Ultimate after nearly 100,000km (60,000 miles) and quite like the updated grille and color options. Oh man, how I wish that Canyon Red was available on the 22s!! The interior updates address a lot of the early buyer complaints too ... rear seat arm rest and the lack of buttons/knobs/wireless CP and AA on the top trims. Folks will still be mad about the lack of memory seats, like in the Tucson. I'm not going to early upgrade my Cruz, but if the lottery fairy were to stop by, I'd cheerfully pre-order one in Canyon Red and have two in the driveway! :D
The supply of Mavericks was smaller than the demand. I am surprised you didn't know this.
@@michaels3003 Yeah Ford was backlogged for what seemed like years - I'm not surprised at the consumer demand though since the Maverick simply looks more utilitarian and costs less on paper.
A lot of mavericks are going to fleet sales which skews the numbers some but the demand in the regular market is still really high for these smaller trucks. The santa cruz has an interior that is light years ahead of the maverick in terms of comfort and convenience though.
@@Stressless2023 they designed it with a T Square ...
@@dalevincent1375 I'm pretty sure that was the goal for Ford which also is likely why the Maverick outsells this by a decent margin - It just looks like a little "truck" - Hyundai Santa Cruz buyers are typically younger and more outdoorsy and not into the "utilitarian" theme so much.
Achava o interior da versão antiga mais bonito e principalmente mais original, pena q n veio para o BR. Esse painel parece o dos carros Honda, esse tela dupla virou moda em todos os carros e o volante tá igual dos carros chineses. Continua um carrão, mas sinceramente achava o modelo antigo um dos interiores mais bonitos já feitos, não precisava ter mexido
Good sales but i would go for a ridgeline
I like the new front end as it looks just different enough to tell it is a Santa Cruz. I would avoid off road shenanigans and close to max rated towing with the DCT too. A slush box really would have been a better option on both engines IMO.
The blocky DRL are worse than previous years. They closed off the grill more because of complaints of road debris putting holes in people's radiators. They needed to raise the headlights more in the fender if they weren't going to change the whole assembly. This was there chance to move the headlights to the top two DRL spots and still maintain the "look" they established and they blew it.
@@boboso7238 This is a mid-gen refresh so they probably didn't want to make any drastic changes that require a whole new set of body panels for the front end. I agree that the headlights can be brought up and integrated into the design language they are using for the front end but it would require a whole redesign of the front end which probably won't happen until the next generation.
@@boboso7238 You should work for design.. Did you work on the EDSEL
The DRLs look like crazed plastic headlights. Otherwise overall massive improvement inside and out
And I need to see it in rockwood green!
❤The upgrades! But will it hold up in real off roading?
No. This is for bad weather on highways and super light roads going in an out of established campsites. While you certainly can push anything, this isn't the one to get stuck.
@@boboso7238 According to massive postings about the engineering defects of the Hyundai DCT transmission leading to failure in significantly less than 30,000 miles, the Santa Cruz with the DCT should not even leave the dealers lot.
In fact, according ti reports the transmission isn’t even surviving trips to and from grocery store on smooth paved streets and highways.
Buy one and find out ! ! ! ! Quit Wondering and get on with your life ! ! ! !
@@dalevincent1375 My life is awesome. My house is paid for, I have no debt and Hyundai has huge issues with piss poor engineering and unacceptable customer service.
@@dalevincent1375 You are 🤣.
Why do they keep putting turbo in these trucks. Kills it for me
‘XRT’ is literally just a name. After GMC rolled their new ‘AT4/AT4x’ and ‘D. Ultimate’ trim levels out and the industry witnessed their success, everyone else is trying to do the same just aren’t executing them as well as *gm.*
hopefully they fixed the DCT High Pressure oil pump and oil pan issues!! I had my 2023 Santa Cruz 2.5T bought back by Hyundai through the Lemon Law do to oil pan issues, blown turbo and a blown transmission.... until they fix the 2.5T i will not ever recommend it.
Hyundai and Kia should make actually relevant changes instead of an "off road appearance" package. Raise the ride height, change the AWD system, AT tires, skid plates and a rear locker.
Well, it has better approach and better AT ish tires. But yeah, no skids or a proper transmission for mild offroading.
Then when you get a $55K price tag with everything you're asking for everyone would be saying "I'll just buy a Jeep or real offroad capable truck (Tacoma) if I am spending that much!"
Go Buy A Jeep and quit hating ! ! !
I just bought a 24 and I kinda wish I had waited for this
But I also got mine for 30k, and I know to get a new 25 XRT is probably going to be 40k. Wouldnt have been realistic anyway
Oh well
I bought a 2022. first model year. I'm not upgrading until they release a brand new model, not just a simple facelift. enjoy yours too until they make a new from the ground up model
Its going to be close to the Limited at around $42K by the time it's done.
@@ChristianC-gy1ym it was like the computer age.. you buy it and when you get home it is already old....
@@dalevincent1375 lol very true
I definitely prefer the previous front end
Same! Definitely glad I jumped on the '24.
Kinda 😬 on the grille change and also not a fan of every manufacturer's theme of having the instrument cluster screens sticking way up above the dash.
I like how the previous models had the vents above the screens.
These new screens are below sight line. Look closely. I do agree, I don’t like the higher screens in some vehicles either
@michaelfuller1208 I'm really looking at an XRT model. It's not like I need a big truck anyway, just something that I can use if needed and has awd since my coupe got me stranded this winter. 😅
@@briangiordano8682 great choice! I've been loving the limited! No intention to do any off-road stuff, but the AWD felt super stable and reliable on snow & ice. Hyundai did a great job with how they tuned snow mode.
Love the Santa Cruz but that wheel design is hideous.
They look better than your Nova's ! ! !
This is the first Hyundai I’d actually buy (XRT version) 😊 since my dreaded 1993 Excel experience 🫣 the worst new car I’ve ever owned.
the easter egg mentioned over the wheelwells have no purpose? those tabs are just for decoration?
Go Pro mount, been there since the first year.
@@boboso7238Keep hating boboso
Alien looking headlights
👁️ 👁️ 👁️ 👁️ 👁️ 👁️
I think it’s still nice that the Santa Cruz is still a unibody truck but I feel like if it was based off the Palisade and not the Tucson it would definitely have a better size to it, kind of how Honda did that for the Ridgeline where they based it off the Pilot and not the CR-V.
Why isn’t the America making small trucks!! I don’t understand hundai
Ford makes the Maverick, which looks a lot better and has a hybrid version in fwd if you’re looking for something with ex exceptional mileage.
We have 3 small trucks now here in the US market. The santa cruz, ford maverick, and the honda ridgeline. Ram is also expected to announce a small truck for the US market in the near future.
@@cheapme1850 It looks like a Tonka
AWD ???
Price has always been a factor in not getting on myself. Hyundai has always priced this vehicle too high imo.
I have a 2023 SEL Premium Black I LOVE THIS Car or Truck .... If its not a truck tell Gavin Newsome I have Commercial Plates .....
Have they fixed the massive design flaws in the DCT transmission that all but guarantees significant premature failure?
Someone had posted on the santa cruz forums that the DCT has undergone some reprogramming to make it more well behaved. There are also plenty of examples of the DCT exceeding 100k miles of service without issue. It is still not the best choice for offroading but this small truck is only meant for light trail duty anyway.
I hope they have. My old 2023 Santa Cruz was a lemon and was bought back by Hyundai. Bad leaking oil pan gasket, blown turbocharger and blown transmission....all under 15K miles.....I was very very upset because I really liked it alot.
Why anyone would choose a Subaru over this blows my mind. Hyundai is killing it
What is subaru?
@@amurika6336 Subaru is a Japanese automaker, very popular in the U.S.
Reliability and the all wheel drive system
Reliabiltiy, awd system and RESALE value make subaru more appealing.
Subarus are more reliable and more capable than Hyundais. I have owned an Outback and a Tucson and the Outback is better.
Has Hyundai fixed the problems with the Dual Clutch Transmission?
There are no problems...
Yes mine is fixed never broke just works perfect all 8 speeds !!!!!
Hopefull the 25 model has a better trans.
Wont buy one until they have a hybrid
What makes it more rugged?
tires lol.
maybe suspension tuned differently. and tow hooks. this is no wrangler that's for sure -- for better or worse
Not much really. Just better factory tires and some front tow hooks. These aren't meant for hardcore offroading but it can get you down some light duty trails with ease.
It needs a hybrid engine
No it does not
3-6 inch longer bed and a hybrid out of the Tucson.
Sold.
Go buy the Tucson and a Hack-saw ...
i wish Ford still offered the Explorer Sportrac. I had the 2002 model and loved it until it was stolen. That's the original one in my book. Ford always did have a bright idea.
That is red. I don’t see any orange lol
I've seen this kind of problem before. People need to bring real oranges (the fruit) for comparison...
In person it's orange.
Sometimes Hyundai don’t know when to stop with design
"Twing twing four and twing twing five" models.
Bed is still too short, it does look good though
If only they were a bit bigger, like the size of a Tacoma.
the most important change this car needed - a more traditional automatic transmission - wasn't even addressed. No thanks. Although, I DO really like the look of this vehicle (minus some of the garish trim pieces). At least Hyundai is nailing their designs.
I don't think it would fit.
I had heard they have done some tuning on that DCT transmission and fixed some of the issues it used to have.
Truck … Soo where do I load my kayak ???
Hyundai needs to go all out in this and make it a genre movement of a vehicle. Just design it for those people with a "more than active lifestyle"..
Is a truck bed trunk actually called a "bunk?"
*I love the Santa Cruz, but at ANY price anywhere even remotely near to $40k I might as well go for a brand new luxury vehicle or a slightly used one and get waaaayyyyy more car for the money. I would only pay in the mid $20k range for this vehicle. I'll wait a year or two and buy a used one.*
An improvement, but still too soft looking for my taste.
Where is the AWD hybrid power train.
Maverick is killing it with hybrid.
Maverick needs to make the AWD variant hybrid as well. The Maverick is also a lot cheaper than this thing. At least in Canada.
@@konos3951, just did a "middle of the road" online build for Maverick XLT hybrid. It came up to $35k (U.S.). That would be about $40k at the dealer.
The Santacruz gets almost the same mileage as the cereal box Maverick... The Mileage of the Hybrid is not good..
Can't wait to see these all over my local Trader Joes parking lot
The Hyundai Santa Cruz collection should include a larger (full-size) model that competes with the Ford F-150 and so on!.
I’d consider it if it was electric.
Yes so would Hilary you know because Electricity is Free ....
I like it but the small sized sude windows make it claustaphobic. Not a fan
Why does Toyota take foreeeeeever to redesign or upgrade their vehicles? For eg: when was the last time Sienna was upgraded? Just slow and almost non-noticeable changes only.
Their sales don't seem to decline much year to year even with older designs, so they don't bother spending the money or time to update frequently.
I guess that’s why they remain the best seller.
@@vinyfiny "contentedness" or "laziness" is the word you're looking for.
@@dtay8913 Actually I think it's "If it ain't broke don't fix it." Toyota is a company whose primary goal is to make money. There's no reason for them to spend money and resources redesigning cars every 3 years that are already selling well. If you don't want to buy one there's plenty of other options. I'm just explaining why Toyota seldom does redesigns; they don't have to🤷♂️.
Huh? The current generation Sienna came out in 2021. It was a ground-up change with a new chassis & completely new interior & powertrain. It's only three years old.
They should base it off the Palisade. The fronts ok but I wish the overall shape was more traditional truck shaped.
What's wrong with the video? Keeps skipping.
Not here.
No hybrid, very small back seat and the bed needs to be a foot longer..
Tiny how? What are you, 7ft tall? It's plenty big unless you're trying to lay back in it. Rear leg room is the same as Maverick's.
Father has a 22 non turbo. Very underpowered and he drives like a turtle and does not get above 23 mpg.
Honestly, I think all the changes are either meh or useless. I'm glad there's less piano black. The Ford is just entirely better than this. It's cheaper, has a higher MPG model, a bigger bed, and the turbo isn't burdened by a fragile transmission. Hopefully Hyundai fixes all this with the 2nd gen.
To be fair the transmission in the Maverick was never designed for a small truck and it is operating just above its torque specifications. There are plenty of people who have blown that transmission up prematurely.
Can’t get into Hyundai new interior design. Steering wheel and screen is really bland looking
No room inside. Back seat is tiny.
Let me guess, you'll be the first to say that the Maverick has more room................................when they literally have the same rear leg room.
@@invictusf5790 im just saying i have been in the back seat of the maverick colorado ranger frontier and ridgeline and the ridgeline has the most room and is the most comfortable.
Same powertrain, same boring tablet instead of real instruments, and uglified exterior - nothing to see here.
I don’t buy korean cars in America. Only lcd screens
Hyundai ruined it! Ugly wheels, ugly red (orange) terrible dash update. I will not be upgrading from my 23 Limited. Tuscon is just as bad! Who signs off on these changes?
Hyundai ruined the front grill...FAIL
A truck for women
It is not a truck.
I'm sure your mom has one then.
No Hybrid, No go. Lame.