Hyundai Santa Cruz vs RAM 1500
Overview | |
Years produced2011-Present | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$41,575 | MSRP$28,750 |
Listings9861 | Listings240 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryBased on the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover SUV, the Santa Cruz is not about towing the heaviest loads or driving to off-the-grid locations. Instead, it’s perfect for weekend DIY projects, hauling bulky items home from the big-box store, and carrying adventure gear on day trips. The 2025 Santa Cruz is better at these tasks than ever thanks to new tech, styling updates, and off-roading enhancements. Verdict: We realize the Santa Cruz’s styling isn’t broadly appealing. If this Hyundai trucklet’s appearance is just too hard to accept, then its direct rival, the Ford Maverick, might be more to your liking. If you like the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz, you’ll find it plenty fun to drive. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 305 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower305 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 305 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm | Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower305 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length76.3 in | Bed Length52.1 in |
Curb Weight4836 lbs | Curb Weight3778 lbs |
Height77.5 in | Height66.7 in |
Length228.4 in | Length195.7 in |
Width81.2 in | Width75.0 in |
Wheelbase140.6 in | Wheelbase118.3 in |
Maximum Payload2360 lbs | Maximum Payload1744 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity11660 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7700 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2011-Present | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $41,575 | $28,750 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Based on the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover SUV, the Santa Cruz is not about towing the heaviest loads or driving to off-the-grid locations. Instead, it’s perfect for weekend DIY projects, hauling bulky items home from the big-box store, and carrying adventure gear on day trips. The 2025 Santa Cruz is better at these tasks than ever thanks to new tech, styling updates, and off-roading enhancements. Verdict: We realize the Santa Cruz’s styling isn’t broadly appealing. If this Hyundai trucklet’s appearance is just too hard to accept, then its direct rival, the Ford Maverick, might be more to your liking. If you like the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz, you’ll find it plenty fun to drive. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 305 hp V6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
Horsepower | 305 hp @ 6500 rpm | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 305 hp V6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 305 hp @ 6500 rpm | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 76.3 in | 52.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4836 lbs | 3778 lbs |
Height | 77.5 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 228.4 in | 195.7 in |
Width | 81.2 in | 75.0 in |
Wheelbase | 140.6 in | 118.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 2360 lbs | 1744 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 11660 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | |
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