Take your adventures to new heights with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The Santa Cruz is meticulously crafted to deliver exciting performance, state-of-the-art innovations, and generous space for your travel companions and gear. With the versatility of a pickup bed and a roomy four-door cabin, this sport adventure vehicle is ideal for all your escapades. Learn more with this 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz review from the team at Sid Dillon Hyundai in Lincoln, NE, and view our Santa Cruz trims guide for trim-specific details.
If you’re looking for a sport adventure vehicle, search our new Santa Cruz inventory and select your preferred model. Then, schedule an appointment at our Hyundai dealership in Lincoln, NE, to take it for a test drive; get directions to plan your visit. If you have any questions, our specialists are available to assist when you contact us online or by phone at (402) 318-3300.
With the exceptional performance and capabilities of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz, boundaries blur between open-road and off-road adventures. Under the hood sits one of two impressive engine options: a 2.5L naturally aspirated four-cylinder or a 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder. You can select between front-wheel drive (FWD) for peak efficiency or opt for the confidence of HTRAC all-wheel drive (AWD). Whichever powertrain you choose, a drive mode select system is at your fingertips, allowing you to customize the dynamics of your Santa Cruz to match the road or driving conditions. View engine specifications in the accompanying table.
| Horsepower | 191 HP |
|---|---|
| Torque | 181 lb.-ft. |
| Drivetrain | FWD / HTRAC AWD |
| Transmission | Eight-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs. |
| MPG (city/hwy) | 22 / 26 |
| Horsepower | 281 HP |
|---|---|
| Torque | 311 lb.-ft. |
| Drivetrain | HTRAC AWD |
| Transmission | Eight-speed wet DCT |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs. |
| MPG (city/hwy) | 19 / 27 |
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz features a spacious four-door cabin and a versatile 4.5-foot cargo bed. With the non-turbocharged engine, the Santa Cruz can tow up to 3,500 pounds. Choose the turbocharged engine for a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds.
Sink into relaxation inside the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz with a wealth of deluxe amenities and conveniences. Available climate-enhancing functions such as heated and ventilated front seats and dual-zone automatic temperature control provide tailored comfort for you and your passengers. Fill your cabin with soothing natural light and fresh air thanks to the power sunroof and sliding rear window included on select models. For a touch of personalized elegance, the Limited trim offers an ambient LED lighting system with 64 brilliant hues to choose from.
The Santa Cruz comfortably seats up to five passengers and offers flexible storage solutions like rear 60/40 split tip-up lower seat cushions. When your cabin is fully occupied, stow luggage, weekend or work gear, and other belongings in the cargo bed, which offers 27 cubic feet of space.
Available interior features include:

Elevate your drives with the cutting-edge connectivity features in the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz. At its core lies an 8- or 10.25-inch high-resolution display providing a visually stunning and intuitive interface with your favorite music, apps, and most-used vehicle settings just a touch away. Smartphone integrations offer hands-free calling capabilities and wireless charging helps keep your devices powered.
Available technology features include:
Wherever your adventures take you, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz includes the innovative Hyundai SmartSense suite of safety and driver assistance features for peace of mind along the way. A standard rear view monitor is included, but select trims offer a surround view monitor that provides 360-degree imagery of your surroundings. The available Highway Driving Assist feature can help reduce fatigue by automatically maintaining a safe following distance, the posted speed limit, and lane centering.
Available safety features include:
Explore our latest inventory of new Hyundai Santa Cruz vehicles at Sid Dillon Hyundai. Once you have found a model you’re interested in, schedule a test drive or visit our dealership in Lincoln, NE, at your convenience. If you have any questions, please contact us online or by phone at (402) 318-3300.