2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz: Big Capability in a Versatile Package

Hauling surfboards to the Southern California shore calls for more flexibility than a typical SUV provides, and the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz has an open bed ready for the job. Its comfortable cabin, two available engines, and useful cargo solutions also make it practical long after the boards are unloaded. Huntington Beach Hyundai can show you how this Sport Adventure Vehicle fits into life around Orange County.

Power and Performance

A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine gives the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque, providing plenty of power for commuting around Huntington Beach or heading up Pacific Coast Highway. For additional muscle, the available turbocharged 2.5-liter engine increases output to 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque.

Both engines in this new Hyundai model use an eight-speed automatic transmission. HTRAC® All-Wheel Drive is also available, providing added traction when rain or loose surfaces change the conditions under your tires.

Technology Features

Every 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, SiriusXM®, HD Radio, and Bluelink+® connected services. Front and rear USB-C ports give passengers convenient charging access on longer drives.

Available upgrades include a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and wireless device charging. The XRT trim adds onboard navigation, a Bose® Premium Audio System, Hyundai Digital Key® 2 Touch, and Dynamic Voice Recognition.

Safety Features

A broad collection of Hyundai SmartSense™ driver-assistance technology comes standard, including:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist™ with Pedestrian Detection
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist™
• Lane Keeping Assist™
• Lane Following Assist™

The Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT adds cyclist and junction-turning detection for Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist™, plus Surround View Monitor, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Highway Driving Assist™, and Smart Cruise Control™ 2 with Stop & Go.

Towing and Cargo

The 27.0-cubic-foot bed of the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz measures 52.1 inches long at the floor, creating a separate place for surfboards, sandy beach chairs, wet gear, gardening supplies, or tools you would rather keep outside the cabin. Lockable under-bed storage is particularly useful for smaller items you want secured and out of sight.

This model can also tow up to 3,500 lbs with the standard engine or 5,000 lbs with the turbocharged engine when the trailer is equipped with brakes. That added capacity makes room in your plans for a small boat, utility trailer, or other recreational equipment.

See the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz in Action at Huntington Beach Hyundai

From a morning surf session to an afternoon supply run, the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz offers useful capability without the footprint of a traditional full-size pickup. Visit our Hyundai dealership in Huntington Beach, CA, to see the bed and cabin firsthand. Our team can also walk you through Hyundai financing options for your Sport Adventure Vehicle.