2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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- Опубліковано 23 лип 2024
- Click here for Part #2 THE DRIVE 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz First Drive // In a Class of Its Own • 2022 Hyundai Santa Cru...
Is it a Truck or Car? The New Santa Cruz from Hyundai is a great option for those wanting a compact crossover/SUV with an open bed, awd and impressive payload and towing capabilities.
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00:00 Intro
00:19 Based on the New Tucson but different
03:07 The back is where it's at
06:47 The tonneau cover is impressive
07:48 Interior
11:19 Pricing
12:10 Closing - Авто та транспорт
Update - Contrary to what I was told when I had asked, the 1600lbs payload includes the passenger compartment as well. I’m trying to find out what the max load capacity is for the bed alone. Sorry if this has caused any confusion.
I've been waiting for this! Thanks, great video!
We purchased and took delivery of our 2022 Santa Cruz yesterday so far we love it
Same here i got my limited edition AWD grey yesterday and love it. Just wish the doors would lock automatically when walking away from vehicle. its not in the settings anywhere I looked thru all of them.
Great review, first Canadian spec I’ve seen .. Awesome job Brian 👏👏👏
Thanks 🙏
Damn! Hyundai and Kia are absolutely killing it in recent years. This Santa Cruz is downright impressive. It's perfect for the urban dweller that likes to get out of the city on the weekend and enjoy nature. It's compact enough for the city but with a high level of utility. I do have a couple gripes... the useless 150 watt outlet in the bed is pointless, it needs to be at least 400-500 to be useful. Also touch sensitive controls are hard to use and even unsafe because you have to look at it rather than just find it by touch. Physical buttons for the most common functions is always the best option. Other than those nitpicks I love this thing. All it needs is a manual gearbox to go with that turbo and it'd be a lot more fun to drive.
Pretty well my exact sentiments. I can’t see them coming out with a manual version just because of the extreme low demand but give us a larger inverter.
@@EverydayReviews2022 It's a shame that most younger drivers just aren't interested in manuals. I just purchased a 2021 MX-5 Miata GT with a manual. I've wanted a Miata since 1990 and I finally did it because who knows how much longer cars like that will even be available. At least I'll always have my MX-5!
Are you serious? Terrible vehicle!
@@davidp.3170 Opinions are like a$$h0les... we all have them and they usually stink.
150 watts is 1.25 amps ! What would that actually run ? MY electric teapot is 1500 w. Dude below says knobs will be available in the USA on lower trim models. This is not a design problem but a sales issue with someone thinking a knob free screen is someone a more premium look. Someone needs to get really angry and let someone know that is not funny.
Your videos have come along way. Keep up the good work.
Thank you. I’m trying my best. 👍
Very good review. You pointed it out some key features that other reviewers haven't even mentioned. Thank you very much
Love this small truck. Compact and very useful not like big yank tanks like F-150 or Rams. Hyundai nailed this truck!! Kudos to Hyundai engineers.
Useful for what? Transporting a microwave in the bed?
@John Doe The only thing worse is a troll
Very nice review. THANKS
This is the best review I’ve seen so far, congratulations. Very nice Santa Cruz.
Just bought one love it.
Great review. Brian 👍👍
Looking forward to part 2
Great review👍I love the exterior very much. Modern and sturdy looking.
Loved your review
Thanks. Stay tuned for Part2👍
very good summary review.
Just saw a base SEL model at my local dealer in the US. It was black with the na 2.5L and 18" wheels. I think it looks even better in person. Definitely the right size overall. The bed is on the smaller size, but very heavy duty feeling and usable. That one also had an optional cage extender priced at $375. Probably necessary to have in the Santa Cruz imo. They also had what looked to be an SEL Premium model, the same color as this review vehicle in the showroom. It, for sure wasn't a Limited because the grille was not dark. It did have the larger wheels though. The dealer was closed, otherwise I would have checked out the other one too. You guys are going to love it. That was a very thorough and outstanding review. Thank you.
I think you’re right. You need to see it in person. When you look inside, it has a very premium feel to it for sure.
@@EverydayReviews2022
I have sat in the new Tuscon. They are very similar and the Tuscon had great quality materials as well. I was very impressed. We bought my wife a 2020 Palisade SEL and have been real pleased with that vehicle too. 30K trouble free miles of driving so far. (Knock on wood)
Wow what part of the US are you located in ? I would love to see this thing in person. None here yet in CO as far as I know. I wonder if dealers are going to charge extra when these things are first available like I have heard they do on some other vehicles.
Well made video/review! Thanks!
Thank-you sir🙏
great review as always
Thank-you 🙏
Absolutely bomb design!
It looks really nice
2000+ miles into my new limited Santa Cruz and I have to say, THIS THING IS AWESOME! I spent about 20 hours in research before purchasing mine in Somersworth, NH and its still more car/truck/SUV than I had expected. It’s a very luxurious sports car with tons of power... has the interior space and convenience of an SUV... as well as a super functional truck bed for most of your home, yard, work and play/hobbie/activity needs and tasks. Hyundai nailed it on this one. Everywhere I go this thing is snapping heads around. Great overall value. I highly recommend checking this thing out if your even moderately interested or even curious... you won’t be disappointed.
5:35 For those not familiar, this is very low wattage. This is 150 watt, and your typical blow dryer is 1,500 to 2000 watt on average. A typical coffee maker is 1,200 watt. A toaster is 1,400 watt. A blender is 400 watt. Even my Dell laptop uses a 180 watt power adapter. There really isn't much you can power with that.
I know, at least make it 400w.
Radio small light that's about all you could use that plugin for and it already has three lights back there
First thing I thought was "will we get this in Canada?" turns out you're filming in Canada lol
Great review!
I'm finding myself more and more impressed with this vehicle. I need something I can through my hockey goalie AND player gear at the same time and that cargo looks like it just might do.
Just get a ridgeline... then you have the reliability of Honda.
@@TheAlphapuck5280 I thought about it but the Ridgeline is a lot more expensive. Plus I've owned two Hyundai sonatas and never had any issues.
@@TheAlphapuck5280 Reliability of Honda? You mean in the 90s
@@kfx3907 It never went away. It will certainly outlast a Hyundai
@Arieta Do you understand how JD Power gets those metrics? They randomly send surveys to 80,000 new car owners who purchased their car within the last 90 days. 80,000 out of 3.4M cars sold each year. Piss poor sample size. Also their metrics ask about 17 points of "trouble spots" but they don't focus on the car's engine, transmission, or the actual cost of those trouble spots. I don't give 2 shits if a button on my console feels sticky if my transmission is working fine. But they ignore that. They put HEAVY emphasis on the infotainment system which is why brands like Honda (who focus on the engine, transmission... important shit) score low. Lastly do you ever wonder why Honda scores low on JD Power's ratings, yet consistently has at least 3 cars in the top 20 to reach 200,000 miles? The most recent data shows they have 4 models. They own 25% of that market with Toyota owning most of it. None of those shitty Hyundai cars are on that list...ever. I just traded in my 03' civic last year for a new Subaru. The civic's interior was shit... probably scored pretty low. But it lasted me 231,000 miles with nothing other than oil changes, brake pads, and new tires. When Hyundai makes it on the list, then you can be lazy and send me a PDF without knowing what metrics go into it.
Great review
Thanks 🙏
You are really good at what you do! That’s a neat little truck
@John Doe Whatever trips your trigger
Great review. I’ve been assuming that we won’t be getting the hybrid maverick in Canada due to rarely getting the fwd/rwd models of vehicles. This review is kind of confirming that for me. Time will tell I guess. Would be nice to get under 6L/100 kms and be able to have a pickup bed for weekend projects/trips and transporting cargo without having to listen to it rolling around and rattling in the back of a suv.
I really like small vehicles and this fits the bill. Bought an older Tundra when they weren't so huge before 2007 just for the smaller footprint. but it is still not like driving a car in the city or parking. The Santa Cruz is 22" shorter and 4" less wide than my smaller 2003. People that don't carry building materials much think you have to have the tailgate down in this thing to carry plywood but you.don't. Always safer to have the tailgate up with building materials and the Santa Cruz is just long enough to carry a 4 x 8 sheet that way. The Tonneau cover and under bed storage is great and should help with gas mileage. Lastly the turbo model should really accelerate this small vehicle down the road which is always fun. Now to get them at showrooms and hope they don't surcharge them cause they are popular.
'Best review I've watched yet, including accessories and the demonstration of the tailgate positions and weight-bearing tonneau. I'm wondering whether the lower trim levels offered in the U.S. will have a different infotainment panel with physical knobs and buttons?
I’m pretty sure that the US will have the same panel and no knobs.
Yes the lower models in the US have real buttons and knobs. There are actually 3 HVAC controls versions depending on trim. One has big knobs and buttons, the second has small knobs and no buttons and third is shown here: total flat screen touch panel.
@@johnmoore3504 oh wow. Good to know. You guys get so many different options.
we need to get used it with no buttons. sigh...
@@joec.5009 Buttons aren't worth it for as little as most people use them.
Really nice light truck . Great Review as well.
Thanks Ben. Part 2 coming on Tuesday.
I bought my Santa Cruz SEL Premium turbo with activity package in August of 21 and now 28 k miles. My best decision in a long time. A Hot Roder and Car guy my whole life. 67 next Birthday in a few days. From my Heart this is a Swiss Army Knife for retired people! We have been to Washington state to British Columbia to Nags head NC to The Jersey Shore and all over Maryland, West Virginia and our home state of Virginia. We absolutely Love our Santa Cruz SEL Premium turbo with activity package. It literally pulls our 19 foot Rockwood RV with no Problems any where we want to go ! I have the pictures to prove it. It's far above the The Slow shoe Box with crap warranty from Ford! With 3/36 and only one Oil change. Mine has piece of mind 100k and lifetime Synthetic Oil changes. For a retired person that is a big help and a nobrainer! Probably Why it's a little more money $$$
Good review.
I like the Cruz exterior more but Mav interior really nice and simple, almost calming to my eyes. I will more than likely go with the Mav as you are more influenced by what you see the most....interior. I will be trading my Kona in so the Cruz still has a chance, will have to see after test driving.
Cheers
Nice video.
i need this!
I am a proud Toyota Tacoma owner. That said, this vehicle looks cool, fun and functional. Great job Hyunaai!
Great observation. This is definitely not meant to compete with the taco.
Well, I will be a proud Hyundai Santa Cruz owner, very soon!!! Great job Hyundai!!!
Great review, very nice vehicle,to expensive for what it is,plain and simple.
Wonderful review. Do one on the maverick!
Will do. Stay tuned for part 2 coming next week.
So nice
The concept vehicle shown for this last year showed a cool 2 door. Is this 4 door it? Or is there a 2 door version?
This is so cool! Like a Subaru Brat on steroids!
PLEASE BRING THIS TO AUSTRALIA
Brah dope ass review
I genuinely love it! Thinking I might switch to one when I'm done paying off my Venue
Why would you pay off a car you no longer like? Talk to your dealership, I’m sure they’ll let you trade it in with a penalty, but you’d be paying off a loan on a car that’s depreciating anyway.
Be honest. You're not getting this useless thing
Just ordered the Ultimate. Have to wait 8 weeks for delivery. Countdown is on after waiting 5 years for this to finally come out
Enjoy!!!
@@EverydayReviews2022 Thanks, can't wait !
Why? It's worse than a truck, worse than a sedan, and worse than a suv. No cargo space, pitiful bed, and actually less length than laying down seats in a sedan. You could fit longer lumber or larger items in a small sedan.
@@t_c5266 That's your opinion. I've watched every review on UA-cam at least twice and 90% of people disagree with you. It drives like a dream and it's got enough cargo space for me. There's a reason it's the top selling car in North America. You can't dispute that.
Looks good in powder blue.
Me? I personally love it , i would like a longer bed but overall i love it
impressive
what a nice ute, but i feel it the same as you about that central panel ( 8:45 ) and this is a dealbraker for me with every car.... however very nice bed functionality....
I had one of those in the late 80's.......Subaru BRAT Great drive on the beach vehicle. Put in AWD and lower the air pressure. Would go anywhere. Not a truck : )
This looks like a modern version of a Subaru Baja.
Bigger and sits taller than a Baja. People keep making the comparison but this is bigger than a Baja with better suspension system.
@@drewski1441 I can see that this is bigger than the Baja. All cars today are bigger than cars from the past.
Same thing I literally was thinking and if this is a success....Subaru *we're looking at you*
@@drewski1441 it’s kind of obvious that this new 2022 car is better and bigger than a 20yr old car lol. That being said people refer to the body/styling. Not necessarily size or capabilities
And 20+ years before the Baja was the Subaru BRAT.
can this tow a veloster N?
I believe the fact of weather it's a truck or not , is something for the consumer to decide....butttt the fact that it has a bed leads me more towards a yes lol.
I assume the rear seats can be reclined.
Seems the top model is priced the same as an upgraded Honda Ridgeline with leather, etc. This little Santa Cruz is way outclassed by the right-sized all wheel drive Ridgeline.
Where can I purchase the hard cover? My Santa cruz didn't come with a cover?
From Hyundai. Comes standard on certain trims
7:40i like the conestoga camper look
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There is little under seat storage as its filled with the jack and accessories. Why does it have a gas piston for the in bed trunk storage--there are better options. So they made an SUV and added a pickup rear. It has its purpose but this market is tough.
Number 1 modern pick up good function unlike hard-core pick up!!!!technology
Have they released msrp and mpg of the turbo awd yet? Hoping under 35k and 25mpg combined
I’m not sure about US pricing but in Canada, the 2.5T AWD starts at 38K which is for sure less than 35k USD.
Hyndai 2.5 gasoline engine is OK? It has a lot of problems in Korea. Check it out!
Great surf and snowboard vehicle.
Looks great but my choice is the Ford Maverick .Both are going to perform and sells great and wait to see,due to the success of those pickups, and invasion of others car brands with their own versions of this style of pickups.
I'm in the market for a new car, this one stylistically looks great, I'm not totally committed to a full size pickup though maybe a mid-size, ranger, frontier, Tacoma types... This might be smaller but the price point might be worth it. I'm out and about might do a home depot run now and again some camping... Worth checking out
Until you realize the bed is fuck all useless
i bought a limited and glad i did, if i need more bed i will hook up to my utility trailer. problem solved!
@@georgesangilan2845 imagine needing a trailer to use your truck as a truck 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@t_c5266 well most that own trucks usually use their utility trailers when their beds are full.. at least most of my friends and family that have trailers usually town them with their truck.
@@georgesangilan2845 yeah. When the bed is full. Which in a real truck is an appreciable amount.
2022 --- Verrà esportato e commercializzato anche in Europa, In Italia? Quale sarà il suo prezzo?
Nice review.....Is the trunk lockable?
Yes it is.
I was hoping u can put a dirt bike in the back.but i see ur pulling a trailer.i can put a trailer hitch on any car and pull a trailer.
Is there a canopy for the bed? In addition to the tonneau cover.
Not at this time but I’m sure there will be from the aftermarket.
Will the bike fit in the bed with the tailgate down? Great video!
Barely anything will fit
Beer cooler built into the bed is the most truck thing
Great vehicle for fishing
The biggest problem I have is with the backseat. When you make a backseat area smaller where the door does not fully open, it makes it hard to put anything in except people. The seat lifts up with a couple of useless glove compartments. The backseats should actually fold down making it easier to haul something. Our larger Chevrolet is just as bad. When the seat folds up, it actually takes away from the roominess of hauling something. Make the seat fold down and have like a platform instead. Or just remove the damn seat altogether.
What is this color is this called???
They should have come out with this just like the Tucson in a Hybrid AWD model......I think it would have sold way better than the Tucson in that configuration.......The thing is an absolutely beautiful truck......I think it is way better looking than the Tucson and it's a pretty good looking SUV itself.
It’s not out of the question yet. They’re testing the waters.
6:50 "It can hold up to 220lbs!" Average American, "hold my fries"... *crash*
The owners manual technically states that you should not stand on or use the tonneau as a weight bearing platform. But why give us a load rating and then say - but don't do that? LOL Lawyers. That's why. The owners manual is insane ... with up to 3 pages of warning messages for every button and feature. Cracked me up something fierce.
Hyundai states that the Tonnele cover for the truck bed is not watertight what is the point of having it at the items that you store in the truck bed are going to get wet
True
It could just be a legal issue to avoid problems in the future. It could be watertight now, but in a few years after some use who knows.
Also you lose cargo capacity because the cover rolls into a square box that partially extends down into the front of the bed. This limits taller bulkier objects from sitting right up against the front of the box. Not the smartest thing on an already compromised cargo bed.
5k towing capacity with 4 pin wiring connection? It should have 7 pin so you can hook up the electric brakes which are required in Ontario on a trailer over 3k lbs
Heyy lock! The new subaru baja!
But with almost 300 HP and a dual clutch tranny👍
Somebody pls help me with the name of that colour
Is is bed on frame like real trucks? Thanks
No it is not.
Does the vehicle have a spare wheel " If yes where it is
Hyundai, you should make the whole grill light up for headlight. 😄
I like my Santa Cruz from a mechanical standpoint. It rides smooth and quiet. It handles well. Has decent acceleration. Looks pretty cool to my eyes. Gets meh gas mileage. All in all it meets or exceeds my requirements. What I hate is the screen telling me to confirm that I will OBEY all traffic laws every time I start it up. And, it tells me to check the back seats every time I shut it off. More Orwellian is their BlueLink connectivity that features a “Driving Score.” The vehicle can monitor every move you make and you can “earn” up to 100 points. Might mean lower insurance rates. It’s bad enough health insurance rates are based on earning your way up tiers like an obedient slave but when I’m behind the wheel I want to drive the vehicle without being under soft house arrest like I’m a would be criminal.
What tow hitch did yall use???
Not sure.
Great review! I’m currently a Sonata-Limited owner and thought that I’d be able to upgrade to a fully loaded Santa Cruz for about $35k(USD). I was wayyyy wrong. The Maverick is going to crush this offering from Hyundai, and that makes me sad. Hyundai is asking just shy of “big truck money” on a converted crossover.
Maverick (Drunk assemblers in the plant and drug addicts assemblers) can't even come close to quality control and warranty to Hyundai. WTF?? Santa Cruz is far superior to Maverick POS....
Estrading Co - lol.
@@3811eric have to agree, sat in both the mav and sc, build quality much better in the sc, ride, suspension, even the engine has a cover and hood insulation. interior much more refined than the mav, i built a lariat with everything i could get and it was 38k, but for 3k more i went with my gut and bought a limited, glad i did, cant beat hyundais best warranty, fords warranty is :( fun to drive, fast, and great mpg. 29.7mpg in town and not driving like a prius and first fill up was 34.50 not too shabby.
@@3811eric built ford rough
Linda!
Would anyone know if it has a spare tire? Run flats?
It has a donut spare under the bed
I’m curious how that dual clutch transmission would do with 5,000 lbs on a hill start.
After owning a santa Cruz 4 a week now 500 miles already I wonder same question,,gonna put it to the test with right at 4k lbs I post how it does ,,,
@@kingdaddypopschuckcagle5085 sorry my man. You made a mistake with the purchase. That's like loading a sedan with 4k lbs
No mistake here nice ride it tows great with a lot of power looks awesome but most importantly the chicks dig it it is a nice ride for 37500 60000 bumper to bumper warranty lifetime warranty powertrain very fast good looking different ride they're not everywhere yet but they will be
@John Doe that's totally right my wife looks very good driving it I bought it for her for our 30th anniversary 42000 pretty nice gift went ahead and got top-of-the-line because well she's kinda top-of-the-line happy wife happy life and like my cuz says cause the chicks dig it ,,,
The model you have shown does NOT have a 5K lb towing capacity. You can see on the hitch, that is a 4-pin connector. Hyundai does not offer the SC with a 7-pin setup at this time. Without trailer brakes, which that tow package cannot accommodate, you are limited to 1650lbs, less than even the hybrid Maverick.
That may be the case with these early production units. I will check Wirth Hyundai but I can guarantee that ALL Canadian models will come standard with the 2.5t, AWD and 5000 lbs towing capacity. The non turbo Santa Cruz is rated for max 3500 lbs.
@@EverydayReviews2022 Accurate, as a max spec, but DumbDuck44 is correct that without brakes the owners manual says 1650. Also, depending on your location, some provinces/states require trailer brakes on trailers as low as 1,000lbs. I believe Ontario requires them at 3,000 ... which is the most common. So the lack of 7 pin harness and trailer brake controller even as an OPTION from the factory is a huge miss when towing capacity is one of their big marketing points.
I am checking with them as we speak or type 😆
@@EverydayReviews2022 Hyundai marketing team does that with all their models. The Palisade or Santa Fe they all say can tow five thousand pounds but only if you bring it to uhaul and let them modify the vehicle and sell you some additional parts.
The 7 pin is available, apparently just not right now due to limited availability. There is a Kia part you can swap in.
I agree..... I'm old-school..... I don't want all the bells & whistles of digital touch-screen everything. Give me dials & buttons. Also don't want/need all the warning gadgets & assists of new vehicles nowadays. I don't need it to turn on the wipers automatically when it senses rain.... I can tell when it's raining, I can turn on the damn wipers myself. Same with lane deviation warnings, parking assists, etc..... if you can't stay in your lane and/or know how to park...... YOU SHOULDN'T BE DRIVING !!!!!
Was this the dark gray with orange accents interior?
Yes it is the blue shown has a black interior.
@@EverydayReviews2022 I remember seeing a video on IG that Hyundai posted with the blue stone color. Looked much brighter on IG, but still looks nice! Would like a blue that’s more similar to their performance blue on the N models but maybe we will get one at some point!
We would so buy one of these if it came to Australia!
Looks interesting but the piano black and touch buttons are enough to send me looking for another vehicle. I just don't get it when so many user comments say buyers don't like piano black shiny surfaces. Why can't these car companies get that simple message.
They should make a tent for it, so you could sleep in the bed.
It was shown in the video
Is the sliding rear window power?
No it’s manual.
But can it haul a KX450F with the tailgate down?
Yes but you’d have to put it on an angle.
Reminds me of a Subaru Brat or Baja, neither of which I considered buying!
I was interested in this but I would rather have the 300hp kona N, now.
apples and oranges, but i'm planning to buy both. one for me, one for my wife. after our lease ends anyway.
Just about every car manufacturer make vehicles like this , Australia has more of these on the road than just about any other style of vehicle they are called Duel Cab Ute down here, even Mercedes have them