10 things I hate about 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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Күн бұрын

In the first of 2 videos, I review my 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Specifically 10 things I don't like about it.
1.Delayed throttle response. I measured 1 second of delay between pressing the gas and anything happening. TFL did this test and estimated 2 full seconds.
2. The doors do not close easily. You have to slam the doors, which feels unnatural being used to new vehicles. If you are used to old cars, you will instinctively slam the doors so it shouldn't be an issue.
3. Interior storage is lacking. There are plenty of missed opportunities to add storage compartments. There is no good place to store sunglasses, and the center console is TINY!
4. No rear armrest. Clearly a cost cutting measure, something I would expect in a cheaper vehicle.
5. No rear USB or climate vent in "Premium" trim. Again, something I would expect in a base model. Plus there are no USB-C ports, which is disappointing in a 2023 vehicle.(Jeep has been installing USB-C since 2018.)
6. Obnoxious chimes. There are a LOT of chimes, and they are obtrusive in my opinion. I was able to turn a few of them off though.
7. Extreme wind noise with roof bars and sunroof. It would be fine with one or the other, not both.
8. No volume knob. Some people prefer buttons, but personally I like a simple knob to control the audio volume.
9. DCT transmission. It feels out of place on a vehicle like this, and the advantage over a conventional automatic is unclear. Hyundai has also had a lot of issues with this transmission, which does not inspire confidence.
10. It doesn't do off-road. It has potential for sure, but Hyundai did not put much effort into that area. During testing, the hill descent control allowed uncomfortably high speeds going down a minor grade. The center "diff lock" did not seem to help when climbing obstacles. After losing traction on a medium difficulty hill climb, the computer took away throttle pedal, shifted the car into neutral (allowing the vehicle to roll backward unexpectedly) and tripped the check engine light. The Santa Cruz is fine for dirt roads or fire roads though!
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@DrForester54 Жыл бұрын

These are all just such petty complaints. And most of this stuff, you would know about perfectly well before you drove it off the lot. So, if you don't like it then don't buy it. I cracked up over his whole door closing rant. Just push a little harder my dude, and it will close just fine (it is no harder to close the doors on a Santa Cruz than on my Tacoma). There is also plenty of charging available in the car. You don't need to have a charging port and a storage compartment on EVERY SURFACE in the car. Admittedly, I am not the fondest of not having any knobs for radio and AC, but it is still not difficult to learn where things are regardless. We just recently bought our Santa Cruz and we absolutely love it.

@appliancedrhomerepairservi8044 Ай бұрын

Yes, this video maker doesn't quite understand of car. He gotta think of what actual needs he require. Just don't buy it and don't complain

@ishdee7561 18 күн бұрын

I concur with all you mentioned...bought the for the wife for various reasons, safety being one of them. Just wished they made it so the rear seat folds down so as to add more spaceport cargo and a longer un roof 😂. But over all its a great ride that one can trick out if wanted.

@mannydesrosiers7597 Жыл бұрын

We are just gonna ignore the service light being on 😅

@robertsn6584 Жыл бұрын

The service light is the duel clutch tranny over heating

@brandyk9299 Жыл бұрын

Just got my 2023 Santa Cruz sel AWD (California sand)two weeks ago. I love the practicality of it and not getting the terrible gas mileage my full size Ram 1500 got. I love your lift kit and am thinking about upgrading in the not too distant future. Ironically my wife drives a 21 bronco sport and it definitely has better off road capabilities then my SC. But for kids events and grocery getting this is well worth the change. And hauling a push mower and weed eater to the camp site. Also can’t beat the included maintenance plan and warranty with Hyundai. Love your videos please keep them coming !

@Alx7168 Жыл бұрын

I've never had a throttle delay, my doors close perfectly

@andrewcreamer4672 Жыл бұрын

Yeah this guy is griping. A lot of the shit is stuff he knew buying it.

@DrForester54 Жыл бұрын

@@andrewcreamer4672 Yep, I almost laughed out loud when he complained about the doors. Push just a little harder dude, and they will close just fine! He is basically complaining about his own laziness.

@GeorgeOu Жыл бұрын

I never had trottle delay or anything close to a "full second" delay. I also never had any problems with the DCT and I did get the recall work completed. The door issue might be a tiny tiny gripe. I have to push it maybe slightly harder, but it's not much of an issue.

@8543960 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I have a Sonata N-Line which, believe it or not, has the same 2.5L turbo and DCT transmission and I've never noticed any delay or any turbo lag for that matter, at least in sport mode. In normal mode the engine does feel held back a little which may be what he's referring to. Does the Santa Cruz have a sport mode?

@andrewcreamer4672 Жыл бұрын

@@8543960 Does your sonata have launch control?? I heard some of the sportier hyundais with the DCT have launch control. The Santa cruz has like a 6 second zero to sixty and I can't help but think how much faster it would be with Launch.

@darrenprudhom3205 Жыл бұрын

My 2022 Santa Cruz turned 1 year old today. There has been NOTHING that has made my regret buying it. Most of the dislikes mentioned would NEVER be a deal breaker. 40K is ALOT of money to put out for a vehicle but I would gladly pay that for this SAV.

@m4ximusprim3 Жыл бұрын

The funny thing is that most of these are actually better in the SE and SEL trim - I actually drove both and ended up getting an SEL just because of the physical volume knobs, the lack of turbo lag, the tried and true torque converter vs the DCT, etc. The top trims look better but honestly I think they're actually less functional.

@transit770 6 ай бұрын

I agree I have the 2023 sel activety package,I think it's the best one.

@lopezdad30 Жыл бұрын

The throttle delay is most likely due to having the vehicle in "smart" mode aka eco. When it is set to "sport" mode the throttle is much improved.

@caulairdis Жыл бұрын

Smart mode on the SC only toggles between normal and sport shift settings based on throttle position. Kind of pointless, to be honest

@benjaminhuffman8460 Жыл бұрын

the tests were done in sport mode. I actually let a friend drive the SC and didn't tell him my opinion on the lag, I just asked him to punch it. He immediately noticed it and was dumbfounded. I thought about it and I hypothesize it is programmed that way to protect the DCT

@curtisi4403 Жыл бұрын

Does it allow the capability to calibrate the throttle position sensor?

@RudeBassMan Жыл бұрын

@@caulairdis Smart mode nets me 33mpg lifetime average That is highway and in town driving. Definitely NOT pointless. I am 33,000 miles in.

@dfsdh432v9 Жыл бұрын

Hyundai KIA cars are 1. catches fire, 2. easy to steal, 3. engine Blow up 4. weakest transmission in the market 5. company lie about gas mileage 6. insurance refuse to cover 7. use child labor to manufacture.

@TGZ32 Жыл бұрын

*23 Limited* owner here to check in and Make some comments 1- Way exaggerated. What do you think this is a Bugatti? 2- Shut the door harder. Really? Never noticed this 3- Use the center console boo hoo 4- OK fine this one I actually agree with. That and memory seats but who's counting. 5- Then buy a limited why'd you get a 40,000 dollar SEL premium should have got a Limited for literally 1,800-2000 USD more. At the price point of the SEL premium you should have got a SEL activity then you couldn't complain about the DCT bc you wouldn't have it too !!! 6- Turn the chimes off. Literally in the settings to turn 80% of those off. 7- Take the cross rails off and only use them when you are actually... you know.. using them with something attached. Mine are in the garage off. 8- Theres this thing called a mute button its literally on the steering wheel and you hit it once BOOM muted. 9- DCT is essentially the feel of manual transmission thats programmed to shift itself.. of course its kinda jerky. 10 - You want off road? Buy a dune buggy. For what it is the SC is EXACTLY what it is.

@adambrooks8306 Жыл бұрын

dido Bro (see my commentary)

@ThePretendgineer Жыл бұрын

Facts across the board. Dude exaggerates everything just like every other wannabe car blogger. The funniest part about the DCT delay that he bitches about is it happens in cars like the Corvette C8 and the Lamborghini Huracan in exactly the same way. The Huracan is almost difficult to drive in city traffic because of it. This is just how DCTs work. It's also sufficiently fast. I traded a stage 2'd WRX and lost basically nothing in performance. If I'm saying that, coming from a manual transmission'd small AWD car sitting at over 500hp, the average SC buyer can take it to the bank.

@adambrooks8306 Жыл бұрын

- You lifted it? Or just put larger wheels/tires on it? Either way you modified the vehicles dimensions thus taking it out of factory parameters, and warranty. - Close your door firmly, not with a love tap - Storage is provided in the door panel, even for a water bottle. "Side of center console storage" is wasted space. - A sunglasses holder? Really? The way you were bouncing around like the Santa Cruz is a rock crawler? Use the deep well center console (it's great for keeping your 4 pairs of glasses from piling up on the floor given the pic you provided) - Rear armrest? It's not an RV, Expedition nor Suburban, it's a mid-size Sport Utility Vehicle. Embrace the concept. - The Chimes? Turn them off if you so choose. That option is standard. Be Safe or Unsafe, your choice. - Also, regarding the volume of the radio... Use the conveniently and safely located controls on the steering wheel. The station can be changed here as well. - It is not 4WD, some are optioned with AWD, which you clearly demonstrated to work perfectly. This system delivers torque to the wheel in need. In summary, this vehicle is not for you. It is clear you do not understand the design. Always Read Your Owner's Manual.

@sergiocerda5990 Жыл бұрын

Amen

@Kevin117 Жыл бұрын

Facts

@wolfshanze5980 Жыл бұрын

- it's definitely NOT a midsize Sport Utility Vehicle (aka: SUV)... for Hyundai that would be a Santa Fe or Palisade. SUVs DO come with rear sear armrests. The Santa Cruz is a COMPACT TRUCK... Embrace the concept. Lookup "Midsize SUV"... you get Santa Fe and Palisade amongst others... Lookup "Compact SUV"... for Hyundai you get Tucson. The Santa Cruz isn't midsize anything, nor an SUV... it's a compact, and it's a truck. It's closest competition is the Ford Maverick. Maybe the guy who made the video actually should have bought an SUV... which the Santa Cruz is not.

@kwrowe7105 Жыл бұрын

You do not have to push the volume button twenty times, you can just touch and hold it.

@laney409 Жыл бұрын

agree..how stupid can a person be to not know that?

@BarefootVlogger Жыл бұрын

There's also a volume control on the steering wheel which imo is better than a knob

@DakotawolfManson 11 ай бұрын

Lol I have the 2023 I’ve never tapped it like that lol. I think it’s just a difference in age when it comes to tech.

@Aintnuthin2me Жыл бұрын

I’m super happy with the lower base model. No issues at all. No turbo probs and noisey roof racks.

@AttainingExcellence1 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video it helps me a lot

@adamhowe5033 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2022 SEL Premium and I have no complaints except for the price I paid for it, especially the dealer mark up.

@pflanagan1 Жыл бұрын

Bruh you need to walk away at any sign of dealer markup...

@325DanES Жыл бұрын

Have a 23 SEL for two months and 2500 miles. Love it no complaints. Comfortable, quiet and a great physical size for in town as well as the type of “work” I need a truck for.

@turbod27a Жыл бұрын

I own a limited and I use the steering wheel volume button. Never use the button on the dash

@richardmalone4477 Жыл бұрын

I have the 2023 Night Edition Black on Black nicknamed the Dark Knight EL Camino! Coming from a Nissan Titan this truck is exactly how I expected it to be. Quick and comfortable for driving in the concrete Jungle!

@dmraco Жыл бұрын

The delay is a factor of the DCT. They operate like a manual. Takes a second for the clutch to engage. My C8 corvette has a similar feel. There have been programming improvements that allow for quicker response.

@andrewcreamer4672 Жыл бұрын

I have a Santa Cruz and it’s peppy. No delay. This guy is having problems with issues that are customizable and a lot of them are avoidable.

@gelley46 Жыл бұрын

We had a Tucson with the DCT and it was garbage. Lots of issues and the delay with the turbo lag was unacceptable. Plus they actually did a recall on it and stopped putting it in the Tucson it was so bad. Garbage design. In a truck like vehicle like the Santa Cruz they Should have went with a normal 8 speed. I think the Ford Ranger is a better option for the money.

@howardrenner5314 Жыл бұрын

@@gelley46 Traded my 2020 Ford Ranger for a 2023 Santa Cruz Limited , I've never looked back. Had 3 recall's with the Ranger .

@markdavey2107 7 ай бұрын

Had my 2022 Santa cruz 2 years and love it ....super fun to drive and quick ..u can pick apart any car with complaints as most folks do over time..don't forget Ford leads on recalls..as GM Honda and Toyota ..all as well ..I give the Santa cruz 10 stars

@outlaw6595 10 ай бұрын

My doors close fine. No throttle delay. No wind noise. I don't mind the "no knob" feature. If I were you, I'd just get rid of it.

@shannonjadesr Жыл бұрын

I have the limited trim and it’s definitely a nice ride. I use it as my work truck for errands and trips to homedepot. I prefer it over my Range Rover sometimes. I have roof racks and yes with the sunroof open it can be loud but that’s with any car with roof rails I’ve owned. When the sunroof is closed there is very limited sound coming in. As far as the power it definitely gets up and goes when I need it to. The only thing I could say it’s lacking for a top trim is parking sensors. I just make sure I turn the surround view cams on when I park. I did have some mechanical issues that fixed themself. I was driving from Louisiana to South Carolina and I lost a lot of power with the engine light flashing. I just gave it more power high rpm until it started driving normal again. I didn’t stop because i was scared it would die 🤞 The dealer did find the code that was thrown that went Away. Ended up needing new injectors. I enjoy the lane centering feature probably the most. Other cool features are the cooled seats( that actually work), ambient lighting colors, retractable locking bed cover, led headlights are very bright for night driving, the app is very convenient and love the reminders if I forget to lock it, what You get for 40k is definitely a great value.

@cindycook6858 Жыл бұрын

Well I beg to differ I love my power ! back seat offer lots of storage whn seats are put into upright position. The jackfits snouggley to the floor no biggy just glad to have it! Plus you have 3 modes including sport. if you want to take off fast.! and the knob to turn volume up has a knobby feel so no taking your eyes off the road. Also for short people and the 8 way seat poition you will be very comfortable. I let it back and down before exiting so i am close to the ground no hurting my knees. My sis and I both over 60 both bought one same day. Love it !!! Oh yea fuel economy on the road 32 sure makes me smile more roade trips

@drtandem2729 11 ай бұрын

My 2023 Limited does not have a delay in throttle response. You may want to check the drive mode. It sounds like you're in Snow mode. All of my doors shut easily. The rear passenger area on my Limited has AC vents and two USB ports in the back of the center console. As for USB-C, you can always add a small adapter. When you're talking about roof bars, I'm assuming that you mean the crossbars that connect to the roof rails. Well, if you're going to be carrying things on your roof, you aren't going to be open the sunroof. You do realize that there is also a volume control on the steering wheel, right? All you need to do is hold up or down. You don't have to keep pressing the button. The one on the display is for the passenger to use. Also, you can just hold your finger there until you get the level you want. You don't have to keep hitting the button. It is not an off-road vehicle. It is an AWD vehicle. It will handle much better in snow and rain than a 4WD. So, I haven't seen your video regarding what you love about the Santa Cruz, but I just don't think you understand the vehicle.

@jacksonrodabaugh9984 Жыл бұрын

And also you can turn off some of the chimes, like the goodbye when you turn off the car, in the settings

@jacksonrodabaugh9984 Жыл бұрын

The throttle response problem probably has something to do with the turbo, like turbo lag. Also the cab is very airtight so that's why the doors have to be pushed pretty hard to be closed

@Paysoncougarfan.7885 Жыл бұрын

If it’s so air tight then why is it so noisy. Crap is what crap sells.

@jacksonrodabaugh9984 Жыл бұрын

@@Paysoncougarfan.7885"crap is what crap sells" Hyundai has really stepped up their game in the past 15 years and anybody like you who are still hates them are stuck 1995

@jacksonrodabaugh9984 Жыл бұрын

@@Paysoncougarfan.7885 also is not supposed to be Hyundai's most luxurious car, it's supposed to be an adventure vehicle, so if you want a more luxurious Hyundai, then you'll want something like the Hyundai Palisade (calligraphy) or Hyundai's luxury branch which is genesis

@Paysoncougarfan.7885 Жыл бұрын

@@jacksonrodabaugh9984 duel clutch trans with acceleration delay, a turbo waiting to die, doors that do not close, a really small bed. I think I will go look at a Ridgline or a Maverick thank you.

@jacksonrodabaugh9984 Жыл бұрын

@@Paysoncougarfan.7885 I think look at a Maverick or Ridgeline if you're wanting the more work Worthy truck and go with a Santa Cruz if you want something small and compact for Adventures off-trail or an easy City truck, and by the way if you still hate Hyundai then you're stuck in 1995😑😏😒😫😕😔😞😢

@fernandosuarez5815 Жыл бұрын

I have a 22 premium with 16k I had a recall but after that this little truck is amazing !

@tonybuck3495 Жыл бұрын

I suggest you read the user manual..... I have a 23 Santa Cruz SEL Premium. No issues and is very pleasant to drive on any road conditions.

@Nathdood 6 ай бұрын

Does yours not have the rear locking diff? Maybe thats a 2024 thing. Mine has it.

@garycoffey7006 10 ай бұрын

Where did you get the lift kit and tires and rims?

@123lfghhhhs6 Жыл бұрын

I don’t need volume knob there is volume up and down on the steering wheel. I own one for 6 months now and when I’m driving I don’t have to look down to see. If i want increase fan or ac or anything, my hand just know where to go without looking down

@olumuyiwaojomo4915 Жыл бұрын

I don't agree on the delay, I have 2023 Limited Edition Santa Cruz and in Sport mode, its so responsive. I have done this times and times over at stops. My 2023 Limited has 2 USB charging and AC vent in the rear. May be do a review with a Limited 2023 SC

@joemontalbano2407 Жыл бұрын

Mine also none of the problems this guy had. Maybe you should have not lifted it

@TommyG11814 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2023 Sel, with the natural Asperated engine NO delays at all on acceleration this is why I didn't want a turbo or the DCT trans, they do not have it perfected. I have the smaller screen with a volume knob and tuner nob. I really love mine ,trouble free and not as much bells but a whole lot less annoying features. Oh and traditional 8 speed automatic. Cheers.

@wtfx5757 Жыл бұрын

same here bro. Do not regret going for the SEL activity for one minute

@RKDriver Жыл бұрын

Cheaper too!

@YragTrebor Жыл бұрын

All but the last one seem fairly minimal. I have no issues with ANY of the first 9 things. As for offroading, I didn't buy it for that anyway so even the last issue isn't an issue.

@loviedebiasio8864 10 ай бұрын

LOVE MY SEL Sport mode makes it more responsive but I always drive in normal mode

@justicecenter Жыл бұрын

Isn’t there volume controls on the steering wheel? If so what’s the big deal.

@andyblack6397 Жыл бұрын

No, it is you. I have 12K on my SC and have never had a problem closing the door. Never even crossed my mine until your complaint. Wind noise with cross bars is not a SC issue, it's a cross bar issue. If you bought this for off roading, then what are you thinking? Not intended for that. The DCT won't be an issue if you don't use it for things it wasn't intended to do. Rear seats? Don't care, I don't seat back there. No volume control knob or sunglasses holder is really the only thing I agree with you on.

@RudeBassMan Жыл бұрын

This guy has obviously spent very little time in "His brand new 2023 SC". The lack of a sunglasses compartment is an issue that I brought up to the salesman but hardly a deal breaker. Seems like the narrator has a heavy bias towards Ford. I have had a 2022 for almost 2 years. I still love it and get compliments/questions about it on the regular.

@jacksonrodabaugh9984 Жыл бұрын

Also there's no air vents or USB ports in the back seat because you have an SEL I think, my dad has a limited and there two USB ports and two vents in the backseat

@jamesgibson4096 Жыл бұрын

Use the steering wheel to control volume. Your passenger can see the volume button.

@wetspotswimwear1199 Жыл бұрын

Anyone with half a brain realizes, the different tones tell you what is happening without looking to the dash. I'll bet you know every tone your phone makes. If your Santa Cruz is shaking and rattling...take it back, yours must have been built on a Monday

@lt.random210 2 ай бұрын

yeah and you can just turn them off without taking your hands off the wheel

@johnnap8564 Жыл бұрын

Dude there is something wrong with you. One you can change the volume on your steering wheel. Put your sunglasses in your arm rest it’s deep enough. That one second delay will put it into race mode . I agree about no vents or usb plugs in the back

@thinklikeido 6 ай бұрын

I have a 2024 Limited, the doors close perfectly, no lag at takeoffs, the DCT shifts perfectly, no shutter, aftermarket roof racks are un noticeable, or anyother of the flaws like that. And I can adjust all of the alarms and notifications in the setup menu. I didn't buy it to beat it up off road so that's not an issue.

@hbcncrepairllchbcncrepairl9955 Жыл бұрын

I am going to cancel my order on my 2024 Santa Cruz. Your videos where a lot of help.

@nickjacobsss Жыл бұрын

Volume knobs are better, but the SC has a physical switch on the steering wheel so its no big deal. I have a 22 golf r that even has touch buttons on the steering wheels which is crazy

@EvilClowns69 Жыл бұрын

I think the whole volume knob is nitpicking only time I use mine is to turn the radio off and on most of the time I’m using the steering wheel controls

@rayherbert3034 Жыл бұрын

You don't have radio controls on the steering wheel? My 2020 Tuscon does.

@Mhosborn 5 ай бұрын

Can't the radio volume be changed via a steering wheel control?

@Mcjajaw Жыл бұрын

Do you have double clutch engine?

@wetspotswimwear1199 Жыл бұрын

Did you REALLY think that opening up the sunroof would be quiet ?

@barchie9757 Жыл бұрын

The door in mine closes easily. It's possibly just a fit issue that wasnt caught in the factory by quality. I don't mind using the steering wheel to turn the volume up or down. I don't use the touch button.

@zachmendonca808 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2023 sel activity package and I love everything except the power. It fits the mold for everything I want in a car except power. Which if I bought the model up with the turbo I'm sure that would fix the issue lol. But I do know what you mean about the doors you gotta close them hard lol

@lesliebucari4096 Жыл бұрын

My 2022 Santa Cruz Sel activity package had the same issue with the doors. This is why. The new seals on the door aren’t softened up yet. It took me about 2200 miles to break in many things. As for the power, I don’t have the turbo engine and my engine is quick at the red light but not a lot of power later. Good luck with your new truck. Give it time…🛻

@MarkM58 10 ай бұрын

1. My daughter the optician says you should never used the sunglass holder because the temperature changes will cause the lenses to spider. 2. I like a volume knob, but it is not a big thing for me because I use the volume control on the steering wheel.

@user-lh6nz2xr2k Жыл бұрын

I have the same model and dont have any of the problems you are having, radio can be turnded up or down or muted via button on stering whee

@curt1781 Жыл бұрын

No sunglass holder? OMG the humanity! It's called turbo lag. Completely agree with the lack of the volume knob and 4 wheel drive issues. Some really good points.

@louisbarbsmith4140 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I don’t have any of those issues with my 2022 premium. Smooth instant acceleration, doors close normally, i use radio volume control on the steering column. I haven’t done any off road so can’t comment.

@ChuongNguyen-up9fy Жыл бұрын

My grandmother bought one last week. She also has plans to lift it in the near future. Maybe 37”s 😂

@battles.digital Жыл бұрын

Also, I laughed out loud at the fact you used my crummy, old civic as an example for the doors!

@floridadashcam Жыл бұрын

You nailed the thing about the damn doors not shutting. I thought it was just me!!!

@seamusmclaughlin5916 Жыл бұрын

The thing has plenty of zing in smart mode. I don't understand a negative response to the 2.5 turbo. It gets 20 plus miles per gallon. I got 10 to 12 miles per gallon out of my truck.

@sgtshak2806 6 ай бұрын

Another thing that drives me crazy with my Limited is that, with all of those electronics, the rear sliding window is manual.

@FM-gv7sb 7 ай бұрын

COOL! A reviewer who also talk about reliability and durability of the engine and transmission. That's what I like. I don't care about gadgets or gas milage. A car to me is an investment and I hold on to my investments long term. 10 year sis a nice warranty, buy a car should just be breaking in at 100k. If the tranny or engine start to fail at 100k then there are huge repair bills in the works--especially if it's a hybrid. I'm always amazed at teh people I know who complain about not having enough money but then buy or lease a new car every 3 to 5 years and always, always, have car payment. Car companies that make cheap cars must love these people. I swear that some cars are intentionally made to last just past the warranty. but if people would buy something intended and made to last then, voila, you've got extra money in your pocket when the car is paid off. Funny how that works. I'll watch more of your videos to see if you continue to also talk about reliability and durability.

@gilabsolute1353 Жыл бұрын

The door thing is a Hyundai quirk. I had that issue on a 2020 Elantra and traded into a 2022 Santa Cruz and still have the same problem where the doors don’t completely close on the first shut.

@NCrdwlf Жыл бұрын

I feel like the door thing is a non issue . My ten year old Xterra is like that because it has chunkier molding on the bottom of the doors to keep it water tight. I’ve always had to muscle the door shut . It’s kinda knitpicking .

@seannalexander 10 ай бұрын

This was annoying me for the first month and a half, now my door and the rear passenger door are closing properly (Daddy daycare drop off!). I also find if the fan is on high and recirculation is enabled, the pressure makes it harder to close as well.

@paulhunter6489 Жыл бұрын

I have the sel with 8 speed automatic and I am happy with it.

@danworst6229 8 ай бұрын

I have a 2022. How about no garage door opener function? It has so many other tech features but left that out.

@phillipbasinger6262 5 ай бұрын

My 2024 model has the built in door opener

@jack8356 Жыл бұрын

Yeah my camry is kinda the same when i first bought it. I cleared the memory of the transmission and drove it faster when taking off. Now its more responsive. Still isnt as responsive as i want when i really stomp on it. My advice would be to clear the transmission memory and drive it faster on take off for like 50 miles maybe and then your transmission will be more responsive

@wetspotswimwear1199 Жыл бұрын

The fact that you have to give a little extra push to shut the door, means it shuts tight. As for the red light take off, it's funny that you stopped the video 2 seconds after you left the red light, that is because the Santa Cruz will fire off like a rocket

@wolfshanze5980 Жыл бұрын

Some observations from someone with the sister vehicle of the Santa Cruz, I own the 2023 Tucson Hybrid SEL, which has the same infotainment screen and features. 1) I prefer volume knobs over buttons... having said that... there is a volume rocker on the steering wheel, and pressing it doubles as a mute. 2) Chimes. Most if not all of them can be turned off. 3) DCT... you seem to know it's history... more on this at the end 4) Storage and interior configuration... more on this at the end 5) Problems with off-road, and "Lifted"... you put bigger rims/tires than factory... you know this is going to completely dork the AWD which computes for factory rims/tires, right? Conclusion... most of the problems and issues you have with this vehicle you could have easily spotted by.... I dunno... watching a video review, reading a sales pamphlet, actually looking at it at the dealership... test driving it. There is NOTHING in this video you complained about that you couldn't have noticed BEFORE you bought the car with just a tiny weenie amount of effort and research on your part... aside from the AWD performance after completely changing out the rims and tires. Did you research this car AT ALL? Or did you just see a 30 second commercial on TV for it and mailed a check to your local dealership sight unseen? If I'm spending $40,000 dollars or something, I'm damn sure going to do my research BEFORE I plump down the cash... it literally seems like you did ZERO research... none, nada, zip... you're complaining about tons of things you should have known BEFORE you bought it. I literally did months of research before I chose my 2023 Tucson Hybrid... I knew more about the Tucson than the sales staff did. Yeah, I'm not crazy about the lack of a volume knob, but I knew about it before I bought it and I also knew about the volume rocker on the steering wheel which I always use. I LOVE my Tucson Hybrid... wouldn't trade it for the world... but do your research BEFORE you buy a car... watching your video it seems you mailed in a check and had no clue what you were buying.

@ablecain50 10 ай бұрын

I've had my Santa Cruz for approximately 9 months and have had nothing but issues. There are too many to name at this point. This new car has sat more than I've used it. Is there a refund issue with this car? I'm almost afraid to put this car on the highway.

@akilcreft4069 Жыл бұрын

Looks like the base model, it's probably beeping cuz the check engine light is on lol

@erikescobar8757 5 ай бұрын

I have a 2022 and my gas cap won’t open at times is anyone else having this problem

@jamesb.2064 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2022 Santa Cruz. Didn’t like the few recalls, although they ended up effecting me. But, still like the truck. Sounds like you bought the wrong vehicle. Btw, I moved the front crossbar back about 10 inches. Helps with the noise.

@MikeNSX 11 ай бұрын

Although I love the car (truck), I have a longer list that you. I also just dropped off at dealer with 5800 miles and 2 Engine Codes, 1 Transmission code and something failing on the blind spot monitor. My doors aren’t great. Worse the back was open, didn’t give a warning light until I drove around the first corner and my kid was in the back… What about not having parking sensors?!? I have the Limited so 360 camera but still would be helpful to have the sensors. Almost hit something obscured in the camera. Completely agree on the DCT. I almost got the base to get away from that but wanted the 281hp… Good luck!

@patrickparsley4091 Жыл бұрын

welp.. you just talked me out of it. Thx. Spot on observations that really make a difference.

@chief1960 Жыл бұрын

READ MY COMENT ABOUT WHAT OTHER S ARE AVAILABLE

@ThePretendgineer Жыл бұрын

Don't listen to this guy, his observations are braindead. The SC's great and has about 1% of the issues he claims it does.

@jasonm.363 11 ай бұрын

Totally agree about the DCT. Will avoid any future vehicle with one. I currently have an 2018 Tucson and it has the dry DCT, but it just makes the vehicle feel cheap, and not safe to drive in certain situations. Love the Santa Cruz, but won’t buy till they wise up on the dct choice.

@kirkmooneyham Жыл бұрын

I agree with a few of those things, especially the lack of a sunglasses holder and other interior storage. They're all small items, except the delayed throttle response. I think that could be fixed with a software update, though.

@drtandem2729 11 ай бұрын

My 2023 Limited has no delayed throttle response. He was either in Snow mode or has something defective.

@billybee4664 Жыл бұрын

According to people in the SC forums, the DCT drivetrain improves gas mileage w/the turbo. I will agree about the lag. It's almost like a 1 speed manual haha. I get anywhere from 25-35 mpg depending on how I drive it.

@davidd5213 Жыл бұрын

Your check engine light was on???

@gebronthomasson6960 Жыл бұрын

Sunglasses clip for visors.. all these problems are things could see PRIOR to buying

@gisall8205 Жыл бұрын

And, and, and my mommy didn’t put butter on my pancakes. So, you know the tires are way too round, so it rolls, like forever you know. I just hate things like that. Yesterday when I rolled the window down, wind came inside the car and messed my hair up. I got out of the Vehicle during a rain storm and my hair got wet.

@ggambidt7840 Жыл бұрын

warning chimes being annoying is a good thing my dude.

@lesp315 2 ай бұрын

No memory seats with all that tech. Amazing.

@Eliyourcarguy 11 ай бұрын

Really like the wheel and tire setup on this one. I own a 2023 SEL Non Turbo regular SEL. I do not have the delay on acceleration as I don’t have the DCT. There is no design flaw with the doors on these vehicles. The interior does lack extra storage areas and overall space. I keep my sunglasses in the center console. In the rear under the seats, I have removed the cargo tray as it takes away from your under seat storage. I’ve got my jack stored in the “cooler” of the bed. I never ride in the back of mine, but Hyundai definitely could have put a rear arm rest back there. Lack of rear plug ins and vents is disappointing. Picking on chimes is seriously just nitpicking though. My volume in the SEL is a rolling type button, but I never use that anyway, I use the button on the steering wheel… I imagine you could do the same. To me it’s worth having less HP with the non turbo, so I can have a solid transmission. 12k trouble free miles. DCT does not perform off road very well, but my traditional 8-speed auto handles moderate off road driving nicely - I have a video on my channel showing how I tested mine. I’m considering lifting mine slightly and getting all terrains to do more off roading without having to sweat about my ground clearance and tires giving me trouble.

@drtandem2729 11 ай бұрын

The reason there is no arm rest is the center portion is a seat.

@ReviewTimeWithTim 3 ай бұрын

Nothing about the check engine light?

@elamonty Жыл бұрын

Dude, I think you may have got a lemon. I've never had any door or throttle issues. Also make sure your cross bars aren't on backwards. Mine were and the sound was ungodly. I didn't think it would bother me, but you're absolutely right about the DCT, it worries me cuz I don't know if something's wrong with my vehicle or not. Lol

@offtheworldlyroad Жыл бұрын

4:51 only on the steering wheel. Still want my knob. Glad I have my BS ;-). With a great lift!

@rhonimaclean4652 6 ай бұрын

I agree with the one second weight but I have no issues with my doors

@guyknowledge3284 10 ай бұрын

I think the purpose of the chimes is to be annoying so you notice them.

@TinLeadHammer Жыл бұрын

Agree with all the points. You did not mention ugly AF instrument cluster, which is actually just a cheap 10-inch tablet perched atop of the dash. Ugh.

@mark33328 Жыл бұрын

All good points and observations. Thanks, you saved me from buying one.

@user-gh2oy7qs5l Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. You have unsold me on one of these untill Hyundai figures out what they're doing. Seems they can't decide what they're trying to build. And yes, stereo should have a knob ! One you know where it is there's no need to look at a touch screen.

@seannalexander 10 ай бұрын

it's on the steering wheel, only a problem for passengers.

@PAHighlander24 Жыл бұрын

I looked with anticipation for the return of small pickups, but the Santa Cruz and the new Maverick have such small beds that they don't provide the main benefit of a pickup. My VW Sportwagen could carry more cargo than either of them. Years ago I had a Chevy S10 pickup work truck with only the small cab for 2 but a regular bed. If someone sold that configuration today I would buy one.

@mattskustomkreations Жыл бұрын

Good looking body style but obviously a lot of flaws that need to be fixed. Thanks for sharing.

@jackfetter Жыл бұрын

Some of the issues are pretty easy to adapt to, mute and volume on the steering wheel can be used for one, and the doors just need a little more closing force, really very nit-picky (IMO). If these bother you so much, maybe the purchase wasn't a good one for you or you need to spend more time with your initial evaluation?

@daydreambeliever2964 Жыл бұрын

I just bought the Tucson Hybrid blue, I love it, don't get me wrong, but yea, the volume knob and climate control shouldn't be something you have to search for or press multiple times. I miss the one quick turn motion. I've already figured out that the volume and seek buttons for media on the steering wheel will be something I absolutely will be breaking fairly quickly. and that they are in the wrong position. Seek should definitely be on the outer left for the sheer fact that you'll be switching through your playlist or scrolling through a podcast 1000 times more than you will be playing around with the volume. I will have my nose in the user manual for a while because of all the safety features, but I love the gas milage, its a joy to drive and for the amount of horse power I get I don't losing the extra few miles I might have gotten with another Hybrid, like a Rav 4 or even a Ford. I have no regrets with this SUV!

@gd6349 11 ай бұрын

You don't need rear vents , the air blows Really Hard!!!! Our little grandson in his car seat in the back seat stays nice and cool on days that are 100 plus degrees. The SEL Premium has a roller volume know as well as the toggle volume on the wheel . The air is pretty loud though on high 😁 But it's Ice Cold!!!

@starfish_v Жыл бұрын

Why do you need a type C charger when you have a wireless charger?

@JonathanMartin-o6y 11 күн бұрын

The only lag I have when taking off from a stop is when I have the auto hold on other wise I leave every one at take off

@SHERIPOTH Жыл бұрын

Strange, my 2023 sel has volume button and tuning button as well, my doors close perfectly, and and no throttle delay, I did not purchase the premium, so no turbo issues

@stormy317 Жыл бұрын

Santa cruz is not a truck It's a cross over with a bed in the back

@rusty383 Жыл бұрын

I have had none of the problems you have had. I Love the transmission. I can PADDLE shift or Stick Shift. With the K&N filter and rear Muffler off. 0 to 60 in 5.5 seconds. Hp went from 281 to 297 hp and 325 torque. Faster than my 68 Boss 351 Torrino GT. I am amazed. Very much fun.

@Rockinthehill Жыл бұрын

ya should have bought the Tucson awd hybrid instead better mileage too, stick a hitch on it and you can have all that storage as well as a full panoramic sunroof sel convenience pkg