I have a SEL Premium. Absolutely love it. I thought I'd miss my Ridgeline but hasn't happened.

As your channel is warming up to unibody trucks, and with the new ranch test area, I would love to see a long term review with the current Ridgeline.

Finally saw one of these in the wild and it looked really nice. A white model. Was longer than I was expected and has a very athletic stance. More ground clearance than it appears at first.

Passive hydraulic rear self leveling suspension explained: After the Santa Cruz is loaded or unloaded, while driving the rear suspension automatically hydraulically actuates back to the level position. With a 5000 lb towing capacity the auto self leveling rear suspension system feature is a great benefit.

@NinerK

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, I have a 21 Rav 4 and with a 4 bike rack on the hitch and 5 seats full I get a lot of headlight flashes from oncoming cars because the headlights "point up".

@rusty383

Жыл бұрын

I pull a 18ft Camper 3,600 lb. It works perfectly. Other than a mpg drop you don't even know your pulling a trailer. But you have to have the proper knowledge and equipment... Class 5 hitch and 7 pin hook up and away bars

I have the limited and at times want a bigger truck but this thing just keeps shining. Had heavy rains and tornadoes today and these have superior wet weather handling and bucks the wind extremely well. Today other vehicles were having a hard time just staying on the road while I was in the fast lane still booking along. These vehicles will get 400+ to the tank. Even when you are on empty with 0 miles you still have 3 gallons of gas

@bigess

2 жыл бұрын

Oh really in the video they said you’d be lucky to get 300 miles on a tank

@TheOneLastSpartan

2 жыл бұрын

@@bigess then he got corrected by Tommy

@uni4rm

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOneLastSpartan Depends on how you drive. A lot of city driving? Don't expect to get over 20mpg in a tank. More highway driving? That's where your average will go to around 25-30mpg.

@Random-ed2xf

2 жыл бұрын

That's more tires for wet weather. Just like people think AWD or 4 wheel drive is all you need for driving in the snow. It's useless unless you have good tires. I have a Rav4 with 4wd and works great in the snow because of the tires not the 4wd. My last car was a Sonata I passed Jeeps, Range Rovers along with many other Suvs and trucks stuck just spinning tires. Continental tires made for fuel economy have some of the best traction in snow.

I am planning on purchasing the Santa Cruz Se mainly for 3 reasons. It has a NA motor, 8 speed Auto, and standard infotainment system that has hard buttons/knobs. Whenever I am buying a car I always want to keep it till 150k+ miles and honestly looking at long term maintenance, the SE I feel is the best bet for me. Keep it coming TFL! Love your videos 👍🏾

My Santa Cruz Ultimate (Canada) is by far my favourite vehicle that I’ve ever owned. I’m 6’3” and I fit so well in it. It’s such a lovely ride!

@ChrisPollard

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!! It took 23 years for a vehicle to get bumped up to the top of my favourite vehicle ever list, and this did it in about a month. Love it!

@ChrisPollard

2 жыл бұрын

@Shredder Right. Based on what exactly? The Ford EcoBombs aren't exactly a bastion of longevity.

Hyundai needs to put that 1.6T hybrid in the Santa Cruz as the base model, then the 2.5T as option

Crazy watching your son grow up on this channel. He's grown a ton!

Great seeing this video and review. I own this exact Cruz. . . . color, package, trim . . everything. It has been such a fun drive.

As someone who's been getting flashed at night for almost 7 months now, I firmly believe it isn't because the lights are too bright. It's because they think you're running around with no headlights and just some fog lights on. Why? Because the DRLs in the grille are light up, and the headlights are down where fog lights normally live. Combine that with the V notch in the oncoming lane that reduces the light to oncoming vehicles, and they think you don't have your headlights on. Just something you get used to ... flashing them back. LOL

@billredding2000

2 жыл бұрын

I have a similar "misunderstanding" with my Jeep Gladiator with its LED lights: They're so bright people think I have high-beams on but I don't! -- BR

Love mine..best truck suv iv owned. Fun to drive..ND very smooth design

Just got mine this week….less than a hundred miles. Got the phantom black. So far i love it

Did you forget about the Honda ridge line . My jeep gladiator buddy just traded for one. I'm going to miss him.😂

That center stack with all that piano black plastic is a HUGE misstep

@maga6319

2 жыл бұрын

not really. It looks better than maverick's cheap interior

Man this truck-let is getting alot of undo hate. People comparing it to the Ridgeline need to realize its not their competitor. Also people saying it's not a truck, it can't do truck stuff as well as a truck.... no shit Sherlock. You want a truck buy a truck this is essentially and little suv that have a pickup bed that's it. Take it for what it is. The ford maverick and Santa cruz are in a class of their own and they approach it differently. For what they are they're kinds cool

I loved my 2006 3.3 sonata. Easy to work on and a great engine that I had very few problems with.

this is like a dream car for me, its got everything!

The Santa Cruz really shines in the upper trims. The sweet spot for the Maverick is an XLT at about $25K. Different buyers I think. I got to look at a Santa Cruz up close last week. The owner bought the first one our local dealer got in. He had a lot of good things to say about it.

@jeedwards1981

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, I ordered a $25k XLT maverick.

@rotart12arx3

2 жыл бұрын

Maverick is the better truck. Hyundai's burn oil when they get older.

@GetFuktPriusOwners

2 жыл бұрын

@@rotart12arx3 Guess you didnt hear about the Ford recall that just went out for leaking oil. Also look at the trucks on the side of the highway almost always a Ford.

@rotart12arx3

2 жыл бұрын

@@GetFuktPriusOwners If Ford sells more than anyone else yes there are more that can't break down. I didn't see the Maverick recall for leaking oil. Do you have a link?

@GetFuktPriusOwners

2 жыл бұрын

@@rotart12arx3 I was off it is other Ford's for oil leak. Maverick was fuel leak and brakes.

The Santa Cruz has the same wet dual clutch transmission that my Veloster N has. I love how they say "so the dual clutch transmission was a really odd choice, oh look how fast this thing accelerates.".

Nice looking little truck!

A 4 door pickup is way more versatile than an SUV. You fit 4 people in the cab, (5 if they are kids), and still have a pickup bed for "dirty" hauling. I had a 2002 Tacoma double cab with the 5' bed and I built 2 houses while I had that thing. Hauled everything from lumber to tools, to bags of concrete, loose stone and 2 bobcat buckets of loose mulch...can't do that with an SUV without ruining your interior or pulling a trailer. I realize this thing is a "Ute" and not a pickup, but any vehicle with a bed is more versatile than an SUV

All ready had mine a year and 3 months! With the K&N filter gain 11 horsepower and 8 lbs torque. And I am getting 27city and 34 Interstate.

Seems like the gas tank is well suited to the vehicle. 450 miles of range on it seems awesome. Thanks for the video guys

@W_T.F

2 жыл бұрын

You won't get that kind of mileage at sea level. The air is thicker so more wind resistance and the power is greater so you burn more gas more easily.

@GamerNxUSN

2 жыл бұрын

They said 300 in the video?

@dalejones4322

2 жыл бұрын

@@GamerNxUSN he said you'd be lucky to get 300 miles. He didn't do the math 27 combined mpg times 17 gallons is 459. If he was right, which in future videos you'll see he's not, it would mean you only get 17.6 mpg. Easily figured with a calculator

@GamerNxUSN

2 жыл бұрын

@@dalejones4322 ah ok. Good to know

I know it's divisive since it's not styled like a truck, but I actually really like Santa Cruz. I think it's a good looking vehicle and perfect for the kind of person that's got a small towable trailer and goes camping on the weekends. Tons of storage with the bed, bed trunk, cubby and roof rails for baskets or box's and the 5k towing capability is perfect for most teardrops, popups and even some ultralights. I like the design style and most of it's color options, and I love the daytimes on the higher end models. Quite frankly if I had the cash I'd probably buy one, but the Hybrid drivetrain on the Mav plus the colors on the XLT trim are very, very alluring especially now. I'd like to add I'm glad you guys decided not to modify it, keeping it stock will paint the best picture of what owning it will be like for most people, perhaps you should try and take it camping once or twice to see how it preforms for the market it's clearly designed after. I'd say surfing too, but it's going to be hard to find a wave in Colorado, maybe a kayak or two?

I have a Limited in white. Love it. Maverick is nice too but the santa cruz just accomplishes my mission perfectly. I do wish Hyundai would throw a hybrid option in there soon. I might trade mine in for that if they do.

I've had mine now for 6 months and love it. Yes, the bed is limited but for a home owner and dyi'er it's perfect. Would've liked the power of the turbo engine but I'm happy with the smaller engine. Only knocks would be: 1. Only getting 22 mpg 2. The rear cross traffic alert waits too long to alert. Vehicles/pedestrians have to be pretty close before it beeps. Overall, very happy.

Here's what's crazy, I've been trying for weeks now to get a test drive so I can get a deal on paper to lease or buy a Santa Cruz. I've bounced between the 3 dealerships in about a 50 mile radius of where I live. But it's constant disappointment - texts from a dealer "a trucks arriving tomorrow with a Santa Cruz.... Whoops, somebody is buying it sight unseen". It's just an awful time to vehicle shop now.

traded the Prius C for the Santa Cruz SEL AWD and the powertrain difference and driving dynamics are wayyy better on the SC. just getting used to being gentle on the throttle even the 2.5 N/A & 8 speed auto is lively

When the hybrid and plug in version comes out all day. I have the 2022 hybrid Tucson am love it.

alanj 1 second ago While the gas tank size is important for range, it all depends on how you use it. A 17.4 gallon tank at 23 mpg gives you a 400 mile range, which isn’t bad. I had a Mazda B4000 98’ truck with a 18.5 gallon tank that averaged 18.5 mpg, so 340 mile range. I filled up once a week at about 270-280 miles and it was never a big deal. My previous ML350 could easily go 400-500 miles and my current Duramax Silverado will go 500-600 or more. As long as the tank size lasts between bathroom breaks, I’m cool with it. Worst was a Ford Escape I borrowed with a 12.5 gallon tank. You could barely drive 3.5 hours doing 80 (75 speed limit) on the highway. That’s some nonsense! Same 12.5 gallon tank as the Focus I had, but the Focus got 35 mpg (412 mile range) versus 25 mpg in the Escape (312 mile range). I always shoot for at least a 400 mile highway range, especially since I prefer to fill up at 1/4 tank, and the Hyundai seems to deliver that. Tommy is just a big puss!

Great review of a unique truck.

My choice would be the naturally aspirated motor, due to the automatic transmission! Dual clutch would not work out very well up north where I live. The road conditions would burn it up too fast

@kennethrichardson4256

2 жыл бұрын

No worries when the 10 year 100,000 mile warranty will takes care of you.

@josephina24

2 жыл бұрын

Too bad it's only 100k, new vehicles should last 150k+ with little to no problems. Granted, it is one of the best warranties in the buisness

@ChrisPollard

2 жыл бұрын

Where up north? I'm in Canada - where the DCT is the ONLY OPTION - and just went through a particularly brutal winter between extreme cold and record snow. The dual clutch works out just fine. The Santa Cruz is the best winter vehicle I've ever driven. It's like a little gecko on icy and snowy roads. The only thing I did out of the ordinary was when it was below -30 I put it in Sport mode and manually shifted to keep it from going into 8th gear. In the extreme cold, the extra RPM made a much smoother drive without affecting MPG to speak of. (IE: no difference between days I did that vs days in the -20s when I left it in Smart.)

@josephina24

2 жыл бұрын

I live in Maine, just a stones throw from the border. From my experience in this state, the DCT wouldn't be as capable at distributing power throughout the many conditions... It sounds like, in your experience, it does just fine!

@jaredhartley3644

2 жыл бұрын

Don't usually respond to comments but this one hits too close to home. I live in Maine and have an SEL premium with the DCT, got it right before our last couple storms this year and man, was I more than impressed. My 2014 4wd tacoma with dedicated winter tires handled worse than this did in snow mode with the all-seasons from the factory, and the snow mode kept the powerband and rpms low, which I imagine can help with the DCT longevity. It was a bit jerky at first but now it's comfortably broken in and feels great. Either one is a great choice though, hyundai nailed this ute and if you want one highly recommend it!

I would take this over any crossover tbh.

Very divided comments! Love the looks and color of this truck. Great video!

I’m so excited for you guys to work over the Santa Cruz. As a big Hyundai fan, I’d waited years for this to become a reality. Kind of bummed about its small platform and that the 18” wheels and rear seat vents aren’t available outside of the Limited trim.

@gebronthomasson6960

Жыл бұрын

Im with you and on the fence about waiting till 2024 model to see if things like the vents and usb are installed in the other trims..And i do like that the prices are starting to inch back down..

@Cody_Codi_Code

Жыл бұрын

@@gebronthomasson6960 I’ve almost completely moved on to the Honda Ridgeline. It ticks all the boxes for what I’d like to have for a pickup. It’s tough to leave Hyundai after 15 years though!

Cool. It will be interesting to see your long term updates. Personally I like the SC, though that infotainment reminds of an 80’s Sanyo hifi. I’d probably still go for the mythical Maverick hybrid if it ever materializes

@jeedwards1981

2 жыл бұрын

Did you order the unicorn hybrid mav?

If it were my money on the line, I'd get the SEL model (standard 2.5L and 8-speed torque converter transmission). Might not be as quick as the turbo model, but for me, the standard engine has just enough power for what I tend to do, and it's more affordable, too. Plus, as much as I love DCTs, I don't think the DCT is a great choice for a truck, though I can kind of understand Hyundai's reasoning for putting it in (they want this one to be a bit more street orientated, possibly).

@bigess

2 жыл бұрын

Do they have the se?

@ProAlchemist

2 жыл бұрын

You also get physical controls on the SEL trim

Also, the p[addle shifters are a life (and brake) saver in the mountains of Colorado..i can come back from Vail down to Denver almost never using my brakes...when the cars all around me are burning break pads like crazy. I wont own a car without paddle shifters for engine breaking in this state!

Finally, you guys figured out that just because a vehicle can drive all 4 wheels doesn't mean you have to try to rock crawl with the damn thing.

The fact that the Santa Cruz can tow 5000 lbs, have a payload that beats body on frame trucks, and have AWD is a testament to amazing internal teamwork between engineering and marketing and finance to bring to fruition a truck that shouldn't exist. The Maverick is fascinating, because it is literally a Prius with a bed--front wheel drive, CVT, hybrid. I feel like if Hyundai made one of those, people would have laughed and mocked it, but Ford's marketing and brand loyalty is a powerful thing.

@frankhouck4446

Жыл бұрын

The maverick is based on the Escape platform (so is bronco sport). Mine is the Ecoboost 2.0 with standard torque converter 8 speed auto. Fully loaded lariat including leather, FX4 and 4K tow is under $38k MSRP including delivery. DCT has no business in a “truck” wouldn’t want to back up a trailer on a hill with that thing.

Love mine, GREAT CRUCK!! 😎💕😎

I had a Berner.... Great doggos!

Hoping someone makes a video of removing the tunnel cover. I have the black version SEL premium some people say it’s easy to remove and some people say it’s very difficult.

With more cars coming with full digital dashes, are there any issues with polarized sunglasses? I remember test driving the old Honda Oddyssey and the center screen had some banding with polarized sunglasses so I got the Kia Sedona which didn't have that issue.

@ChrisPollard

2 жыл бұрын

From ownership experience, I have had exactly zero issues with my polarized sunglasses in the Santa Cruz. I was a little worried about glare and such before I bought it, but it hasn't been an issue. The worst is really the dust buildup on a regular basis, and that just wipes away.

It’s not a truck. It’s a small Ute (Utility Vehicle). That type of vehicle is pretty common here in Australia. Paddle Shifters come into their own when downshifting. So convenient. At 12:29 you ran a Stop sign!!

I've seen both vehicles in nearly the same colors and I have to give the nod to the Santa Cruz. The Maverick has it beat on price point.

@georgesangilan2845

2 жыл бұрын

Maverick is a tad cheaper and you can tell. Plastic inside and ugly under the hood

When you showed the WeatherTech cover in the backseat @8:00 it looks like there’s no leg room behind the front seat

@gl4989

2 жыл бұрын

They are giants

@frankbier1690

2 жыл бұрын

There’s no leg room period in this thing, when they are sitting in the 2 front seats it looks like their knees are smashed into the dash and just very uncomfortable looking

@W_T.F

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing until I sat in one. There is more than enough room up front and it's an extremely comfortable vehicle to drive.

@bensonr2

2 жыл бұрын

@@frankbier1690 Its not huge. But I believe its an inch or 2 more then you get in the Maverick if that's what you are comparing it too. And like others said they seem to both be over 6 ft. Shorter to more average size people in the front you can leave enough rear leg room for average size people to be comfortable.

the headlights are so good oncoming drivers flash because they're blinded and they believe your high-beams are on, I see this as minus not a plus, as with all new cars with LED's, good for the hyundai driver, horrible for everyone else. BLINDING!

@exia989

2 жыл бұрын

Probably means that like Subaru, they don't know how to align or cutoff their headlights properly

@slingbart705

2 жыл бұрын

@@exia989 I never get flashed at with my '19 Crosstrek Limited, but it lights up the road and the cornering feature is cool.

@99unclebob

2 жыл бұрын

agreed , our government safety bodies set the guidelines for vehicle MFGS and this is what they come up with like every 2nd yr, will stay with halogens and just buy the bulbs to upgrade, you save hundreds of dollars doing it, if you need to replace one LED lamp assy on your new vehicle, it can cost you up to $8 or 900 i've seen in some cases.

It took 10K miles before my dual clutch smoothed out.

@maga6319

2 жыл бұрын

nice lie

theoretically, if there were to make a phev version of this with the electric motor where the in-bed trunk is, could they remove the rear brakes and just make regen braking the only braking on the rear? it seems like it would be a really good way to save on MSRP and maintenance costs.

It would look better with a 5 foot bed.

Still trying to figure out why no one will review the standard engine with all wheel drive? But this is a good update on the one with a turbo.

@1guyin10

2 жыл бұрын

They said in their podcast that they asked for the standard drivetrain, but there is a supply problem with that one.

@ChrisPollard

2 жыл бұрын

They're about as easy to find as a hybrid base Maverick. With the supply chain issues still a thing, they're building the most profitable models first, just like Ford.

will you guys try towing a travel trailer with it? I would love to see a video on that. flatdeck with a car on it tows very different from a travel trailer.

@TFLnow

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@icare7151

2 жыл бұрын

@@TFLnow please get a Geo Pro or it’s twin E-Pro 19FD travel trailer, the #1 RV trailer under 5000 lbs, 3800 lbs dry weight.

@bertito43

2 жыл бұрын

@@TFLnow looking forward to this

I have one and I love it

I guess, the Subaru Baja was ahead of it's time.

I really want to love this truck but I wish they make an ext cab version so I can have a larger box.

Everyone, drink every time they say "Love". You won't make it through the video! hahahaha

I work in a auto shop. Yesterday I had 2 Kia’s one had 20k and one had 40k. Both had straight metal filings in the oil. And both had maybe a quart and half of oil in them.

@WW-wf8tu

2 жыл бұрын

How is a KIA relevant to this Hyundai?

@slingbart705

2 жыл бұрын

@@WW-wf8tu is this a serious question? they're the same company essentially using different sheet metal like GM with Chevy, Buick, Cadillac, GMC, etc...

@Malc664

2 жыл бұрын

Where do you think the oil went. Burnt off or leaked? Not good either way.

@ThomasVMan

2 жыл бұрын

My friend is a service writer and says the same - stay away from Kia and Hyundai.

@Iconic_Scarab

2 жыл бұрын

What model and engine?

I have the SEL Premium in Hampton Grey. Great vehicle and great color. It changes depending on sunlight. It can go from a muddy grey to a sharp grey to almost black.

Being not so popular is a good thing for the people who really like it, the deals will get sweeter as time rolls on! Also, I can guaranfreakentee that the reliability will be far superior to the Ford! Waiting for the the lease deals to show up & I'm in!

With a length of 195.7″ it's not compact in my book, but I like it!

@ScarletKnightmare

2 жыл бұрын

True. It should really be called "relatively compact" given the segment it's in

@bryanpascual3543

2 жыл бұрын

it's barely longer than the Hyundai Sonata. but much shorter than Ridgeline so in truck dimensions, this one with a 4'3" bed is compact

@ScarletKnightmare

2 жыл бұрын

@@bryanpascual3543 I parked next to one yesterday and sized it up and it really does look like a perfect size for cities and suburbs. I dig it

I’ve never owned a truck but was really interested in the Santa Cruze or the Maverick. After a single test drive in the truck I knew it wasn’t for me. I strongly disliked the way it drove and felt in the cab. Also didn’t like the styling. I drove the Maverick and loved everything about it. I promptly ordered one. Im really looking forward to the Maverick! It’s perfect for someone who doesn’t want a truck but wants the benefits of the truck.

@JamesD-HB

2 жыл бұрын

You can't order a Mav until Aug. If the dealer took $ from you that is not right.

@mattmurdoch2623

2 жыл бұрын

@@JamesD-HB one of my local dealers put in an order before Ford cut off new orders in January. They didn’t even require a deposit. They also guaranteed the price would be MSRP or less with a few offers/promotions from Ford.

@normananderson2583

2 жыл бұрын

@@mattmurdoch2623 What dealer at MSRP?!

@rakeshpathak8053

Жыл бұрын

U did same mistake in 2016 ford escape price was 22000 and Nissan was around 28000 I got so many troubles throttle body recall, take high RPM seat burnt, pump failed battery finished within 3 years no warranty again battery finished after two years never happy with ford nobody listen you So after watching all reviews I will go to with Santa Cruze 2023 let see how it works

After y'all figure out how you like it long term in it's standard form, you should still attempt to build it for overlanding.

It's an ok vehicle ... But for the price , the maverick is a better bang for the buck. I drive the Mav more than the Ranger. Haul lumber , tow a trailer , the mav is great.

@lesterparker1594

2 жыл бұрын

Love my ranger. I chose it over the maverick because I was worried about reliability in a brand new design. The ranger has been excellent 15k miles in.

@vinny143

2 жыл бұрын

@@lesterparker1594 I got both :)

@lesterparker1594

2 жыл бұрын

@@vinny143 nice. How long you had the ranger?

@vinny143

2 жыл бұрын

@@lesterparker1594 Tremor... 3 months ,,, Mav XLT got 3-3-22

@maga6319

2 жыл бұрын

@@lesterparker1594 both the maverick and the ranger got fire recalls. Ford just can't make good quality cars at all.

If I were a farmer or rancher I wouldn’t get either of these. I’d be looking for a truck with a larger bed and more towing capacity. If I wanted a car/suv that would allow me to carry oversized items occasionally I’d get the Limited Hyundai. Because I’d spend most of my time inside the vehicle and using the bed sparingly I feel like the Hyundai is a nicer place to spend time, is faster and has better safety features. I think the Maverick is a very good option for someone that has a need for a very light duty truck, wants the piece of mind of owning a newer vehicle with the support of a warranty but also has stricter budget restraints.

Nice colors

Any chance Suburu will bring back the Baja?

Seriously considering this as my next vehicle trading from a Honda CR-V. I like the hauling aspect with the car like ride but I am staying away from from the DCT in the turbo model until Hyundai fixes the issues with that particular transmission. The SEL non-turbo with the activity package gets you lots for your money. It may not be as peppy but the transmission will last longer.

I’m really liking this needs a leveling kit and some all terrains

I prefer Ford Maverick because what it offers but if Hyundai brought the Santa Cruz to Australia I would definitely buy it because it’s similar to Proton Jumpbuck but has back seat, it like old VH Commodore sedan size but with a tray. Even fuel tank size is same as Commodore but range of 300 miles it’s bit thirsty then Commodore especially VS model with V6 it gets 500 miles roughly.

Looks interesting, by the way you’re Glenn howerton’s doppelgänger

Should have made the torque converter auto trans available with the turbo motor.

Ad a capper and I'm pretty sure it, like the Maverick, will meet most if not all HOA rules that otherwise ban pickup trucks. Yet another very light duty urban/suburban "pickup" for the casual gardener.

I think its kinda funny how you say its just as useful as the maverick but if I go back and watch test you have done between the maverick and this it seems like the maverick is a much better choice, especially for the price. Color is great, headlight are nasty, if it is like the Tucson I personally will not like it, my parents have a brand new top trim Tucson and they are already after a few weeks going to trade it for a ford Edge.

@Malc664

2 жыл бұрын

What's the reason for trading so soon?

@maga6319

2 жыл бұрын

The maverick will give you too many problems than the Santa cruz

Tbh I don't miss the volume nob, I use the one on the steering wheel so it hasn't been a issue

You finally call them “trucks!” 🤣🤣

I hope my comment pushes the algorithm to promote TfL so they get more views to keep the amazing content coming

Someone has to like it.

Wish you'd do more with it, tow something maybe. Disappointed you didn't do the overland thing with it but I understand why you didnt.

I like my Limited but I wish it had a power passenger seat and arm rests.

Wireless phone chargers for Hyundai are 15W Qi. Only draw back is the phone can get hot.

If you compare it to a truck you’ll be disappointed, if you think of it as an SUV with an area for wet/dirty stuff that you wouldn’t want inside your SUV then it makes more sense

I would have preferred two doors and a longer bed, but I guess nobody buys those anymore.

Really nice, just doesn’t hit the MPG I’m looking for now. We have 240k on our Ridgeline, want better mileage.

You might want to edit out blowing through the stop sign for your acceleration test? It might just save you from a ticket!

Can you get the 5k towing with the automatic?

I like the design reminds me of a halo truck lol

It's 'Too Bad' that Canada only gets the turbo, not everyone likes turbos, like me!😭

Every review of this is the turbo. Still have not seen a test of the 2.5.

@dudeman5788

2 жыл бұрын

yeah i don't want a turbo and i for sure don't want a dct

Since you won’t be ‘over landing’ with it why don’t you instead work on hopping it up to turn it into a fun, quicker street car

We love ours

A lot of them have had transmissions issues . Secondly the price difference hurts it . Maverick has sold double of Santa Cruz in March .

@GetFuktPriusOwners

2 жыл бұрын

But 100% of the Mavericks are back in the shop.

@joecharmley

2 жыл бұрын

@@GetFuktPriusOwners no? Lol mine works just fine

@GetFuktPriusOwners

2 жыл бұрын

@@joecharmley They just released a recall.

@GetFuktPriusOwners

2 жыл бұрын

@@joecharmley One for gas tank leak and one for breaking system. So yes every Maverick will be in the shop.

@maga6319

2 жыл бұрын

@@joecharmley yeah those Fords have too much issues. Junk

I like it but would probably spend a little more for the Ridgeline to get a little more space.

@rondail5675

2 жыл бұрын

Same for me. I went for the the Ridgeline Black Edition. I do like the Santa Cruz.

@W_T.F

2 жыл бұрын

By the time you option the Ridgeline out to match the features in the Santa Cruz, it is significantly more expensive. It also doesn't look nearly as nice.

@rondail5675

2 жыл бұрын

@@W_T.F Correct, about $5k more for a Ridgeline. Looks are per individual. The Ridgeline is better, more interior room, has a V6 with 8-speed ZF. I have a Black Edition but still like the Santa Cruz. The Maverick is the bargain vehicle.

@vodhome39

2 жыл бұрын

@@W_T.F My priority would be the extra space but I haven't driven either of them and I would have to factor a test drive in to make a decision.

@lesterparker1594

2 жыл бұрын

Spend less and get a real midsize truck like a ranger

lovin my duel clutch.. 2023 cruz. dont get too close to the people in front of you.

Need to compare it to the turbo maverick.

I like everything but the front headlight grill configuration. To funky for me.

I have seen the Santa Cruz up close. It is pretty beefy.

My 2003 Subaru Baja has a Passthrough from the cab to the bed, Santa Cruz should do the same.

Looks like the larval stage of a Chevy Avalanche. Hyundai should called it the "CommUTE"