It’ll be interesting to line up the revised Santa Cruz against the also-revised-for-2025 Ford Maverick, which also gains a sportier Lobo model and still has a Tremor off-road iteration that ...

Blending car-like comfort with truck versatility in an increasingly crowded market By Melinda Johnson May 30, 2025 12:00 pm 2025 Santa Cruz (photo courtesy of Hyundai) ...

We tested the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT, a small, off-road-oriented truck that is smooth and more capable than what it might seem at first glance.

Hyundai introduced the Santa Cruz XRT in 2024, but it was mostly about looks instead of off-roading capability. That changes a bit for 2025, thanks to exclusive styling modifications, an improved ...

Hyundai introduced its first pickup, the compact Santa Cruz, for 2022, and now for 2025, this little truck returns with a slight exterior makeover and some interior tweaks. With base prices ...

The Santa Cruz is classier and more comfortable, more SUV than truck. It can tow more than the Ford, but it lacks the heavy hauling strength. The best one for buyers really comes down to intended use.

The Santa Cruz is classier and more comfortable, more SUV than truck. It can tow more than the Ford, but it lacks the heavy hauling strength. The best one for buyers really comes down to intended use.

The Santa Cruz is classier and more comfortable, more SUV than truck. It can tow more than the Ford, but it lacks the heavy hauling strength. The best one for buyers really comes down to intended use.

I owned a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz for nearly two years, and this little pickup was mostly outstanding. Did the new 2025 Santa Cruz make the necessary improvements?

AI Quick Summary The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT adds off-road features like all-terrain tires and a new bumper for better approach angles, enhancing its rugged appeal. It retains a turbocharged 2 ...

The Santa Cruz is classier and more comfortable, more SUV than truck. It can tow more than the Ford, but it lacks the heavy hauling strength. The best one for buyers really comes down to intended use.