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Overview
- Body
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026Hyundai calls it HTRAC.
- Transmission
- Automatic (AM-S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- Powertrain
- GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- Fuel
- RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Engine & performance
- Aspiration
- TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- Start-stop system
- NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- MPG City
- 19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- MPG Comb
- 22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $3,050EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- CO₂
- 406 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- Eco Score
- 5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- Smog score
- 6/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
- SmartWay certified
- No
Dimensions & capacity
- Wheelbase
- 119 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Curb Weight
- 4,101 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Cab
- Extra/Super/Quad/Double/King/ExtendedNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
- GVWR class
- Class 1D (5,001 to 6,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year
- Overall crash rating
- ★★★★★
- Rollover rating
- ★★★★★
- Stability control (ESC)
- Standard
- Lane-departure warning
- Standard
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 19 See on NHTSA
Feature availability
Comfort
- Heated seatsStandard
- Heated steering wheelStandard
- Leather seatsStandard
- Memory seatUnconfirmedStandard
- Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmedStandalone option
- Ventilated seatsUnconfirmedStandard
Audio
- Bose audioUnconfirmedStandalone option
- Premium audio (any brand)UnconfirmedStandalone option
Cameras & visibility
- 360 surround-view cameraUnconfirmedStandalone option
- Backup cameraStandard
- Head-up displayUnconfirmedStandalone option
- Parking sensorsStandard
Driver assist
- Adaptive cruise controlPart of Highway Driving Assist.Standard
- Automatic emergency brakingPart of Hyundai SmartSense.Standard
- Blind-spot monitorStandard
- Lane-keeping assistStandard
Convenience
- Android AutoStandard
- Apple CarPlayStandard
- Keyless entryStandard
- Navigation systemStandard
- Power liftgateUnconfirmedStandard
- Push-button startStandard
- Remote startStandard
- Wireless phone chargingStandard
Exterior
- Adaptive headlightsUnconfirmedStandard
- Roof railsUnconfirmedStandard
- Tow packageStandard
Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE43%
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13%
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING13%
- SERVICE BRAKES9%
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
- ENGINE4%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 23 total.
Hyundai Santa Cruz: best and worst yearsKnown issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
28 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jun 5, 2026POWER TRAIN26-AT-005H TSB
This bulletin provides information related to a Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software update for some vehicles equipped with an 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission (8WDCT). The software update revises the touch point learning variation, improving drivability and judder symptoms. Some 8WDCTs (indicated by a new part number) received an updated clutch spring. The correct TCU software update must be matched with the correct corresponding 8WDCT hardware, otherwise, drivability concerns may occur
May 27, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM26-GI-002H TSB
This bulletin provides information related to the navigation and head unit software changes introduced in the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update. The changes may vary depending on vehicle type, model, and navigation system. Refer to the 2026 1st Navigation Map and Software Update Key Improvements and Additional Improvements tables in this TSB for a list of specific changes. The software can be downloaded via Navigation Updater (NAU) and updated by USB.
May 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM26-01-044H TSB
Certain Santa Cruz (NXT) vehicles may experience Over-the-Air (OTA) update failures due to outdated Central Communication Unit (CCU) software. This bulletin provides instructions to perform a software update for the CCU.
Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DL
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehicle manufacturers and have primarily been found in vehicles that previously experienced a crash and underwent airbag replacement using non-genuine parts. These dangerous inflators have ruptured during
Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DCS
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. vehicles following prior crashes, theft, or non‑certified airbag replacements. These inflators are not approved for use, may rupture during deployment, and have caused serious injuries and fatalities. Please see attached anno
Apr 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM26-01-035H TSB
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink functions. This may be due to an occasional disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to verify Bluelink Data Communication Unit (DCU) network connection and if needed, reset the DCU in Dealer Mode to resolve the connection.
Mar 3, 2026POWER TRAIN26-AT-001H TSB
Some Santa Cruz (NXT), Santa Fe (TMA, MX5A), and Sonata (DN8A) models may require replacement of the 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission (8WDCT) when the vehicle sets one of the high pressure electric oil pump (HP EOP) DTCs listed below. This bulletin provides instructions to replace the 8WDCT.
Feb 25, 2026FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS26-AD-001H TSB
Some 2019MY and newer vehicles equipped with a front view camera may illuminate certain warning lights and trigger DTC C272246 fault code for the front camera. In the following cases, the front camera auto-calibration range may be exceeded while driving: • If the front camera is not properly installed and is completely or partially detached. • In case of excessive changes affecting the vehicle's balance (e.g., loading excessively heavy cargo in a specific location of the vehicle, or significant
- and 20 more
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 5 yr / 60k mi
- Powertrain
- 10 yr / 100k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 5 yr
- Maintenance
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- EV battery
- 10 yr / 100k mi
Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06
Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.