Used 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz for Sale near British Columbia

How much does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz cost?

Prices have softened 11.28% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 195 listings available, which suggests a decent amount of inventory for shoppers comparing options.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz a good car?

Generally — the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz earns a 4.3/5 user rating and a 7.8/10 expert rating, which points to broad appeal for the right buyer. The standout strength is Look and feel at 9/10.

It stands out because it blends pickup utility with a compact, quirky shape, and it offers plenty of utility for its size. The peppy powertrain and stylish design make it feel more lively and distinctive than its footprint suggests.

The trade-offs are straightforward: fuel economy is poor, and the back seat is cramped. That makes it a better fit if you prioritise style and utility over rear-seat space and efficiency.

36.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz reliable?

Owners rate it 4.3/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Santa Cruz is backed by a strong warranty, which supports confidence for used buyers. Its powertrain is described as peppy, smooth-shifting, and easy to live with, and the ride quality is excellent on rough pavement.

Hyundai also offers a five-year/100,000-kilometre new vehicle warranty and powertrain warranty in Canada, including roadside assistance for five years with unlimited kilometres.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that fuel costs and rear-seat practicality may remain frustrating if your needs are more family-focused.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Preferred trim is the starting point, while the Ultimate adds more equipment and a more complete feature set. The base setup gets a strong list of standard safety tech, but the Preferred trim needs the Trend Package for extras such as adaptive cruise control and forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian-, cyclist- and junction-turning detection.
• Powertrain: Canadian versions use the turbocharged 2.5-litre four-cylinder with 282 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and AWD. It is described as surprisingly peppy, with smooth shifts and easy passing power.
• Safety package: Hyundai’s driver-assistance suite includes forward collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, blind-spot collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane-keep assist, lane-following assist, safe exit warning and rear occupant alert. The Ultimate adds Highway Drive Assist, blind-spot view monitor and the full set of available aids.
• Infotainment: You get a 10.25-inch display infotainment system. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not available, and there is no physical volume knob. Wireless charging is offered only on the Ultimate trim.
• Fuel efficiency: Expect to burn 12.2 L/100 km in city driving, 8.7 L/100 km on the highway and 10.6 L/100 km combined.

Which 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz trim should I buy?

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz is offered in 2 trim levels: Preferred and Ultimate.

Here's the short version:

• Preferred: This is the entry point and the best-value choice if you want the Santa Cruz’s core style, utility and standard safety equipment without stretching to the top trim. It gives you the essential package, but you may want the Trend Package if you want more convenience and driver-assistance features.
• Ultimate: This is the trim to choose if you want the most complete Santa Cruz experience. It adds the most advanced convenience and safety features, including Highway Drive Assist, blind-spot view monitor and wireless charging, making it the better pick if you want the most tech and the least compromise.

The Ultimate trim gets the fullest safety package, while the Preferred can be upgraded with the Trend Package for some of the missing features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 36.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 195 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.28% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $35,599 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz's resale value?

The current average of $35,599 CAD sits slightly below last year's $40,128 CAD.

That price drop suggests the Santa Cruz has become more accessible for used buyers, which can help keep demand steady in the near term. For a future seller, it also means you may need to price competitively if the market stays soft.

The model’s strong utility, distinctive styling and solid warranty help support interest from shoppers who want something different from a conventional compact truck. At the same time, the poor fuel economy may limit appeal for some buyers, which can affect resale momentum.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.3/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz safe?

The 2024 Santa Cruz earns five-star ratings in front crash and four-star ratings in rollover from NHTSA.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Hyundai offers a comprehensive set of standard driver-assistance features, including forward collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, blind-spot collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane-keep assist, lane-following assist, safe exit warning and rear occupant alert. The Ultimate trim adds Highway Drive Assist, which combines adaptive cruise control and lane-centring, plus blind-spot view monitor.

A key caveat is that the 2024 model has not yet been rated by IIHS, so shoppers should weigh the strong standard safety tech against the lack of a current IIHS result.

Should I buy a 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 36.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.28% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.3/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the same familiar formula while adding a few new touches for 2024.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $37,529 CAD, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $35,599 CAD average.
• It adds new tech, styling updates and off-roading enhancements.

The bottom line: If you want the better value, the 2024 is the smarter buy because prices have eased and the formula is already proven. If you want the newest updates and are willing to pay more, the 2025 is the better fit.

How does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz compare to the 2024 Ford Maverick?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.