The Hyundai Santa Cruz first appeared as a concept at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show, and over the next six years, we’ll come to terms with the idea of this little truck. Well, be happy, fellow car nervous Road ready 2022 Santa Cruz is here. Making its debut on Thursday, it could be a small truck since Subaru BRAT.
Santa Inside, an 8-inch touchscreen is standard, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available. Drivers can option up to a larger 10.3-inch display, and while Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are still included, the wireless functionality isn’t offered with the bigger screen. A 10-inch digital instrument cluster is also optional, as is a wireless charging pad. For Android users, Hyundai’s Digital Key is here, too, allowing drivers to remotely lock and unlock the doors, start the engine and even share access to the Santa Cruz with friends and family.
| CRUZ SPECS | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Hyundai Santa Cruz 2.5T | Honda Ridgeline |
| Wheelbase | 118.3 in. | 118.3 in. | 125.2 in. |
| Length | 195.7 in. | 195.7 in. | 210.2 in. |
| Width | 75.0 in. | 75.0 in. | 78.6 in. |
| Engine | 2.5-liter I4 | 2.5-liter turbo I4 | 3.5-liter V6 |
| Transmission | 8-speed auto | 8-speed DCT | 9-speed auto |
| Power | 191 hp | 281 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb.-ft. | 311 lb.-ft. | 262 lb.-ft. |
| Driveline | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Payload | 660 pounds | 660 pounds | 1,583 pounds |
| Towing | 3,500 pounds | 5,000 pounds | 5,000 pounds |
| Height | 66.7 in. | 66.7 in. | 70.8 in. |
