I love the fact that you reviewed the SE model. The SE is practical for the average person looking to buy and save some money on a brand-new car who doesn't need all the bells and whistles.
Appreciate showing base trims, so often you only see reviews of Limiteds! That said, the SE price has increased a ton, I think the SEL is the better value and Hyundai is really pushing you to it IMO.
Honestly, this is the only trim/spec that makes sense for the money. Anything higher and i would grab a Maverick or conventional midsized truck. Cloth seats for the win!
@@Nathdood That was my point. Getting rid of the second row of seats, and leaving just a foot of extra storage, would allow for a 6', or maybe even 6.5' bed.
Great review. I think Hyundai is hitting it out of the park with the Santa Cruz! Some of my fellow Ford fans will probably not agree that this is a better option than the Maverick. Reason being there is no Hybrid option.
@@CarsMadeSimple bro don’t even worry about that! We don’t care obviously but I get what you’re saying Make a short about that one! All features in and out etc… that’ll honestly do if you don’t mind
@CarsMadeSimple looking forward to the 2025 SEL Activity AWD video. In 24 vs 25 side by side comparison video I seen you show a quick snap of the sticker.
I love the fact that you reviewed the SE model. The SE is practical for the average person looking to buy and save some money on a brand-new car who doesn't need all the bells and whistles.
The SE trim is better than I expected. Great review.
Solid upgrades for 2025!
It’s a fun and comfortable pickup to drive. Perfect for weekend barbecue and/or fishing.
great video
Much better changes in the 25 models. I like that
Appreciate showing base trims, so often you only see reviews of Limiteds! That said, the SE price has increased a ton, I think the SEL is the better value and Hyundai is really pushing you to it IMO.
I would agree with that. It's the better value play at this point for the dollar.
Nice review and nice updates for $30k 👍
Honestly, this is the only trim/spec that makes sense for the money. Anything higher and i would grab a Maverick or conventional midsized truck. Cloth seats for the win!
Wow~ The car looks nice. I want it.
I have the 2023 and love it. Looking for the 2025 in white. Can’t find one 🤷♀️
How much space does the second row take? 3'? More? I am waiting for a true compact truck with a single row of seats, 6" or so behind, and a 6.5' bed.
its a 4' bed, so already doesnt work for you. Sounds like you need a regular-cab Ranger or older regular-cab tacoma
@@Nathdood That was my point. Getting rid of the second row of seats, and leaving just a foot of extra storage, would allow for a 6', or maybe even 6.5' bed.
Perfect, thanks. I'm 5' 11" and my son is 5' 7" so I imagine he'd fit similarly behind me. Great video. Thanks
I would believe so! I generally have my seat slightly more reclined than the average person which means the leg room is less in the back.
Great review. I think Hyundai is hitting it out of the park with the Santa Cruz! Some of my fellow Ford fans will probably not agree that this is a better option than the Maverick. Reason being there is no Hybrid option.
Too bad the hybrid is only FWD. They're updating that for '25 though
Luv my 2025 Santa Cruz sel AWD. N/a.
Thanks for reviewing a base model man. You said you have about 3 inches behind the drivers seat adjusted to you. How tall are you?
5' 9"
Where’s that sel activity video though? 🙏🏾🙏🏾
A black one arrived at the same time as this one but I'd really like to feature a different color 😅
@@CarsMadeSimple bro don’t even worry about that! We don’t care obviously but I get what you’re saying
Make a short about that one!
All features in and out etc… that’ll honestly do if you don’t mind
@CarsMadeSimple looking forward to the 2025 SEL Activity AWD video. In 24 vs 25 side by side comparison video I seen you show a quick snap of the sticker.
I'm ready to purchase a 2025 sel activity I do believe.
How many bags of mulch will fit in that bed?
....did they fix the DCT🧐
This trim does not have the DCT
You don't want that DCT
@@GBR1111-x2t nope..... Hard pass on the dct i drive to much
Deciding between this one or the Kia Sportage.
If you need a truck bed, definitely get this one