2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Specs and Prices

Last Updated: April 28, 2025

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The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz is a versatile compact vehicle that draws inspiration from its sibling, the Hyundai Tucson crossover. With its functional four-foot-long bed, the Santa Cruz is perfectly designed for transporting and loading goods. Standardly equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, it offers both front-wheel and all-wheel-drive options. For those in need of extra capability, the higher trims provide impressive towing capacity, reaching up to 5,000 pounds.

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What’s New?

Updated front bumper and grille design, similar to the 2025 Tucson model
New daytime running lights
Redesigned dashboard and center console

Performance

specifications	SE and SEL	The Night, XRT, Limited
Engine Size	2.5L	2.5L
Cylinders	4-Cylinder	Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
Horsepower	191 hp	281 hp
Torque	181 Nm	311 Nm
Transmission	8-Speed Automatic	8-Speed Dual-Clutch
Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive (SE only)	All-Wheel Drive (Standard)

With its two available powertrain options, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz offers impressive performance across its various trims. The SE and SEL models are powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, delivering 191 horsepower and 181 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. In contrast, the Night, XRT, and Limited trims are equipped with a more powerful 2.5-liter turbocharged engine, producing 281 horsepower and 311 Nm of torque, combined with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. All-wheel drive is standard on all trims, except the SE, which features front-wheel drive. Thanks to its compact dimensions and powerful engine options, the Santa Cruz excels in maneuverability, providing a perfect balance of power and agility compared to its competitors.

Towing Capacity

When equipped with the four-cylinder powertrain, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz offers a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds. For those opting for the available turbocharged engine, towing capacity increases to match that of larger trucks like the Honda Ridgeline and Ford Maverick, both offering a 5,000-pound towing limit. This makes the Santa Cruz 2025 a highly capable vehicle, able to handle a variety of driving conditions while efficiently towing small vehicles or commercial loads with ease.

Fuel Efficiency

trim level	Drivetrain	City Fuel Efficiency	Highway Fuel Efficiency
Base Trim	Front-Wheel Drive	22 MPG	26 MPG
Base Trim	All-Wheel Drive	21 MPG	25 MPG
Turbocharged Trim	–	19 MPG	27 MPG

With a range of trims and drivetrain options, the 2025 Santa Cruz delivers impressive fuel efficiency. The base trim with front-wheel drive achieves about 22 miles per gallon (MPG) in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. Choosing the all-wheel-drive system slightly reduces fuel efficiency by 1 MPG, offering 21 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway. For the turbocharged trims, the fuel efficiency is lower in the city at around 19 MPG, but it performs exceptionally well on the highway, reaching 27 MPG.

2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Price in Saudi Arabia

The starting price of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz in Saudi Arabia is 108,000 SAR for the base model, with prices reaching up to 159,000 for the highest trim. Prices may vary depending on the chosen trim. For more details, visit the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz section on Syarah website through the link below.

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The estimated prices for the 2025 Santa Cruz trims are as shown in the following table:

trim level	Estimated Price (SAR)
SE	108,000 SAR
SEL	113,000 SAR
XRT	150,000 SAR
Limited	159,000 SAR

Exterior Design

The 2025 model of the Santa Cruz comes with several notable design upgrades, enhancing both its visual appeal and functionality. The new front grille offers a more elegant look, while the updated wheel designs give the vehicle a modern edge. Additionally, certain trims feature distinctive rear design elements that make them stand out even further. The exterior of this remarkable truck is equipped with several impressive features, including:

New daytime running lights
Dark chrome-coated front grille
Dark chrome rear door handle
Body-colored side mirrors with heating and turn signal indicators
Remote-operated tailgate
Bold red tow hooks at the front
18-inch or 20-inch wheels on higher trims designed for off-road driving
LED rear lights
LED cargo light mounted on the roof
Automatic headlights
High Beam Assist (HBA)

Dimensions

The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz retains the same exterior dimensions as its previous model, with the following measurements:

Dimensions	Measurements
Length	195.7 inches
Width	75.0 inches
Height	66.7 inches
Wheelbase	118.3 inches

Colors

The new model is available in a range of warm colors that harmonize beautifully with desert and natural landscapes. These colors include the following:

Gray
White
Blue
Green
Black
Red

2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Interior

Hyundai has designed the interior of the 2025 Santa Cruz to give a more luxurious feel than it actually is. Notably, this model is the first truck to feature a fully digital instrument cluster. However, it still retains a traditional gear shifter instead of a rotary dial or a multi-button system. The cabin offers four doors and a spacious interior that competes well with other trucks in its class in terms of size and features. In addition to its impressive space, the Santa Cruz is equipped with a variety of advanced technologies, including:

A 12.3-inch multimedia and entertainment screen
Two integrated 12.3-inch screens in higher trims
Wireless charging
Wireless Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Blue Link services, offering features like:
- Remote door locking and unlocking
- Remote start via apps, internet, or Amazon Alexa