Used 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz for Sale near Nova Scotia

How much does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz cost?

Prices have softened 12.42% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 209 listings available, which suggests you have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz a good car?

Generally — the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz earns a 4.25/5 user rating and a 7.83/10 expert rating, which points to broad appeal for shoppers who want pickup utility in a compact, quirky package. The standout strength is Look and feel at 9/10.

It fits buyers who want something practical without looking conventional, and it brings plenty of utility for its size along with a stylish design and a great warranty. The trade-offs are that its fuel economy is poor and the back seat is cramped, so it is less convincing if efficiency or rear-seat space matters most to you.

31.1% 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 4.25/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Santa Cruz’s great warranty adds confidence for used buyers, and its overall formula is aimed at practical everyday use rather than heavy-duty work. Its peppy powertrain and strong on-road manners also support the impression of a well-rounded trucklet.

Hyundai’s five-year/100,000-kilometre new vehicle and powertrain warranty, plus five years of roadside assistance with unlimited kilometres, help reduce early ownership risk.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that poor fuel economy and compact rear-seat space may become more noticeable over time if your needs grow.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Preferred trim gives you the core Santa Cruz look and feel, while the Ultimate adds more upscale equipment and a more complete feature set. The base trim also misses some of the extra driver-assistance and convenience content that appears higher up the range.
• 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 peppy and easy to drive, but fuel use is high.
• Safety package: Hyundai’s 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. Adaptive cruise control and forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian-, cyclist- and junction-turning detection are optional on the Preferred trim’s Trend Package, while the Ultimate gets the full set.
• Infotainment: You get a 10.25-inch infotainment display, but wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not available in Canada. Wireless charging is limited to the Ultimate trim, and USB-C is not offered.
• Fuel efficiency: Expect 12.2 L/100 km in city driving, 8.7 L/100 km on the highway and 10.6 L/100 km combined. In testing, it averaged 12.1 L/100 km over nearly 950 kilometres.

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 value play if you want the Santa Cruz’s core utility, styling and standard safety equipment without stretching to the top of the range. It makes the most sense if you want the trucklet formula and can live without the extra convenience and driver-assistance content.
• Ultimate: This is the best-equipped choice and the one to target if you want the full feature set, including Hyundai’s Highway Drive Assist, blind-spot view monitor, wireless charging and rear-seat USB ports. It suits you best if you want the most complete Santa Cruz experience and are willing to pay for it.

The Ultimate trim gets everything in the safety package, while the Preferred can add some advanced driver-assistance features through the Trend Package.

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

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

• Deal availability: 31.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 209 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.42% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $35,682 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 $35,818 CAD sits slightly below last year's $40,898 CAD.

That softer pricing suggests the market has become more favourable for buyers, which can make resale values feel less aggressive in the short term. If you plan to sell later, the current discount may help you buy in at a lower point, but it also means you should expect a more measured return than when prices were higher. Strong demand for a compact trucklet with broad appeal can still support future resale, especially if the vehicle is well equipped and in good condition.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.25/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz safe?

The 2024 Santa Cruz has not yet been rated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, but the 2023 model received “Good” or “Superior” ratings in all but seat-belt reminders and LATCH-ease of use, where it received an Acceptable rating. The headlamps were rated as “Poor,” though the 2024 model now has Bi-LED projector headlamps standard across all trim levels.

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

Hyundai’s safety 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. Adaptive cruise control and forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian-, cyclist- and junction-turning detection are optional on the Preferred trim’s Trend Package, while the Ultimate gets the full set.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has not given it an overall safety rating, but it received five-star ratings in front crash and four-star ratings for rollover.

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:

• 31.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.42% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.25/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the same utility-first, quirky formula while adding a few new touches for the year.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $38,722 CAD, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $35,818 CAD average.
• It adds new tech, styling updates and off-roading enhancements.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2024 is the smarter buy because pricing has eased and inventory is available. If you are willing to spend more for newer updates, the 2025 is the better path; price-sensitive buyers should stay focused on the 2024.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.