2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz is a compact SUV, rated at 23 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 23
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $27,000
- Recalls
- 2
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Model | Santa Cruz |
| Model year | 2023 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.5 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 21 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 25 |
| Combined MPG | 23 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 390 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2700 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Santa Cruz AWD | 22 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Santa Cruz AWD | 23 MPG combined |
| Santa Cruz FWD | 23 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 21 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 29% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $24,300
- Total interest
- $4,227
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≈ $1,748/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (2)
- STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS23V038000 · 2023-01-31
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241.
- TRAILER HITCHES23V181000 · 2023-03-17
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Santa Fe, 2021-2023 Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-in HEV and Santa Cruz vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 244. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-633.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz is EPA-rated at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 25 highway).
Is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz reliable?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz costs roughly $1,748 per year to fuel, or about $8,739 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC