joe the interior infotainment and lack of gloss black and touch screen controls has made this car a major contender for me. wow what a major improvement.

I have the 2023 Santa Cruz Limited and absolutely LOVE the new updates. Gorgeous and so fun to drive. I accidentally took mine off-road after GPS rerouted me due to an accident and ended up in the forest on a forest ranger track plowing through 6" of sugar sand. Locked the diff and this little truck went through like it was nothing. So impressive. 😍

My wife bought a new 2022 fully loaded, hasn't given her any problems in the 2 years she's owned it.

My buddy called mine, "a barbie truck" I agreed, but get over 30 mpg!! Lmao

You're hitting that auto show really hard Joe. Appreciate it greatly!

This review can be on the Top 10 funniest reviews by Mr. Raiti 😄 Amazing coverage with giggles throughout 😅

This is probably the best car+SUV+truck type vehicle out there.

My heart went to bottom of the sea when you said DCT .

This vehicle design can narrow down a clutter of options ranging from pickups, crossovers, and compact vehicle. Its really overlooked imo and this redesign is leaps ahead over last gen. I love it

HUGE improvement over the first gen, even as a refresh. They must have listened to feedback well. I still want to see it in the green color

i sat in one at the philly auto show....great drivers seat cockpit, really did a great job.....very smooth design from hyuandi

I have a 2023 and I love it. Not a real truck person. Perfect size, has great pick up, can put dogs in the back and they fit comfortably.

hilarious. And this man always does such long takes! Been watching for many years now.

2023 HSC owner. 2.5 NA SEL trim. I really love the truck and use it to it's full capacity. I threw roof rails on for kayaks, haul trailers and generally have a blast with it. This seems improved, yes, but I've heard varying opinions of the Turbo paired with the 8 speed DCT - not all good. There may not be enough different for me to jump into a new model. However, if Hyundai keeps this up, they're going to be converting a lot of truck fans to the Sport Adventure Vehicle side.

Digging the blaze orange...thnx for another awesome information vehicle video...

Thanks for that, nice color!! Keep doing what you do..😁👍

I had a stinger and now have a kona n--I have never had any maintnence problems with any of them and took the stinger to public drag several times.The only unscheduled repair was a software update on the konas dct and they ubered me to olive garden then ubered me back after it was done--less then 1 hour.I ebike now and this might be my next vehicle so I can take my bike and goto remote areas.The only cars that have problems from kia/hyundai are lower level base models and that is common with any brand.The owners manual even says tha the Kona N keeps its warranty even if you track the car.

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

My biggest problem with my 2022 Santa Cruz is that they need to get rid of the dual-clutch and a better all-wheel-drive system that will lock up the wheels in the mud, and a much better hill-decent system also I really wanted to see better brakes, my Santa Cruz did not have trailer brakes which Ford had that for the Maverick with 5000LBS of towing your brakes better be in tip top shape to stop, this XRT is really no different then my truck, I still love mine and it does more then you think of a full-size truck.

What are those latch looking thing on teh wheel well and does it have blind spot cameras ?

Man, I don’t usually comment, but this car looks stunning. I could see it being perfect for young couples who enjoy road trips but also want something more flashy and futuristic-kind of like a compact version of the Rivian R1T

The only issue is the roll up tonneau cover. They can freeze up in cold weather, and they gobble up bed space. Sold mine and installed a soft roll up cover that has worked well. It is good they got rid of the dual clutch tranny. I have to say, my 2.5 naturally aspirated SC runs just fine, and it will tow 5000LBS as well. Would love to see this truck in a candy lime.

I'm not a car or truck girl and I've always driven a Volkswagen sedan of some sort. I usually don't notice cars, tbh, BUT I have been thinking about a crossover for my next vehicle for additional storage space. I NOTICED this online tonight. *This* will be my next new car.

You mention controlling the DCT in both the aspirated 2.5L and turbo 2.5L. The aspirated 2.5L has used a normal 8 speed not a 8 speed DTC has this changed for 2025?

I wouldn’t change a thing, loving this Santa Cruz even the color.

Had been waiting for this truck for so many years. I ended up caving in 2018 and got a Sante Fe Sport. It's my 3rd Hyundai, big fan. Looking at a 2024 Sonata now, since it will be gone next year. The N Line does 0-60 in about 5 seconds. Nice. Let me tell you, I built a wooden fence for our animals and easily got fifteen 6.5 ft posts in my Santa Fe. Then got about twenty 8 & 10 ft boards in, with the back closed. Definitely cannot do this with the Santa Cruz unless it has roof racks. I am also a big fan of the huge panoramic roof on my Santa Fe. Since they put one on the small Veloster and the 2013 Elantra GT Hatchback (which I had), and Tucson also, why not on the Santa Cruz? At least put a one panel wider one like they are just doing now on the Kona. And why only black seats in many of the Hyundais now? At least put a stripe or some colorful piping on them. LOL I know, minor things. Hopefully they also come out with a hybrid to compete with Ford Maverick.

Joe, when I was car shopping back in 2021, your review on the Hyundai Kona sold me on it. Now here I am 3 years later looking to change for some towing and a little off road capability. Looks like you may have done it again. Better call Hyundai for your cut of the commission!

i'd like to know what exactly makes something a pickup truck because i drove in 1 of these with a friend and im just not getting it? feels like a suv or car

Hmm, I like it. This could be my next truck, but I think it's a different color. Thanks for show.

Love the new updates! No more touch sensative buttons and the new infotainment is really nice. Only thing I'm still waiting on is for them to make a hybrid version. That's the only leg up that the maverick has FOR ME

Test drove both today. I'm waiting on the 2025 models for both to decide, but so far, I'm leaning more towards the Maverick. It feels roomier for the kiddos in the back, and I dig the hybrid option.

Thank you Hyundai for the updated steering wheel, big instrument cluster and rear arm rest. Question is the spare tire still doughnut or full size tire as xrt is biult for offroad?

Have loved this since they announce it!! But i would like to different options for the bed cover. Since it is a smaller bed you do lose some space with storage component when its closed up. Other than that beautiful truck.

Was looking to get a Ridgeline but since there is a stop sale on them for months, I started to look at the Santa Cruz but sure seems like the DCT is a huge problem. Maybe the DCT issues are overblown?

I want one! Thank you for your presentation.

I do enjoy your presentation 😂❤🎉 you are really a nice actor. A king kong catcher 😅 lovely

Wireless charging, ventilated seats?

That orange definitely reminds me of genesis magma, looking super sharp. This is tough but the Cruz definitely checks more boxes than the Maverick

So, the DCT issue is going to be on all trims now?

I remember years ago when this was still a concept back in the 2010s

love my SC. the only truck most 99% americans need

I just wish they gave you a choice of interior color other than black. They fixed all of the short comings of the last model...physical buttons, all in one infotainment and instrument cluster, air vents in the back seat and an armrest in the back. I would have liked to see then get rid on the console transmission shifter. Overall, this is high on the list now.

So glad I waited my two years for the Mav. That thing is kinda like the Juke in looks. Thought it would be more like the old Subaru truck.

That new dash is a major step up from the 1st gen digital dash...still prefer the dash with actual gauges.

Love that color 🔥😍

I like the orange and black (they play off each other) but the Santa Cruz is built more like a stubby ElCamino or Ranchero than a pickup truck and those didn't sell very well either and neither is the Santa Cruz. Ford Maverick sales for 2023 were around 95,000 , Santa Cruz sales were barely over 20,000 for 2023. The price at $43k doesn't scream 'value'.

The color from my research is Canyon Red. My brother said it looks red in person as he has already seen it. Maybe the lighting makes it look orange or maybe its a blend of orange and red. But I just did a google search and can't find anything that says they are making a Blaze Orange. If I am wrong please let me know.

I really love it and the color as well

Yes, I plan on buying a 2025 Santa Cruz XRT, my last new car I will buy.

Vast improvement is styling. The lack of hybrid option it what will limit it.

2 things it must have for me, all wheel drive and a nice moonroof

Great demo. I’m getting one!

I enjoyed doing this one. I think this blows the Maverick out of the water for design.

I think this thing looks great!

Love this!

That thing is lovely !!!

No heated or ventilated seats in front? Or do they turn on with the car? And also looks like not included in back either

Looks great.... but I hate that steering wheel... Atl east use the one from the Palisade or new Santa Fe

Does it have ventilated seats?

Definitely a unique opportunity for the buyer, it is up to end user needs whether it works!

I'm not sure if limited has changed with more options, but why doesn't the Santa cruz come with the same options as the tucson !!! I have the 2022 limited tucson and didn't buy the Santa Cruz because of a lack of options !!! Just doesn't make any sense !!! This is my fourth hyundai since 2007, I love the blue link and hoping palisade will get a hybrid version. Or I'll look at the new Santa fe.

Love the color !

actually, i would love to see cars like holden maloo gts again....2 doors lowrider pickup is lovely.

Vehicles 'sold' Ford Maverick; 240,000 (projected to pass 100,000 units for 2024) Hyundai Santa Cruz; 92,000 (projected to maintain current numbers 25,000 to 30,000 for 2024) Like you mentioned the Santa Cruz is basically a Tucson without a trunk lid.

Those wheels are pretty cool

Most definitely would buy it over the current tacoma. It’ll look super magnificent next to my titan pro 4x🏆

Did they fix the transmission issue?

Reminds me of the subaru brat. Looks great

My dream car had always been an El Camino. This is what I will be buying next.

One thing is for sure it does have alot of personality

Orange seems to be the trend from automakers

That truck is off the chain but they should added led fog lights

A plug in hybrid version of this would be nice...

Lori great job

Really wish these and the maverick would come as a manual transmission too

Hey what's happening Joel i love the colors it's has that is perfect 😊😊

XRT sounds more like my Dewalt impact drill but looks like the 1970s subaru brat . Is this the one that needs transmissions every 30K ? 😂😂😂

Looks cool

I'm glad they ditched the black chrome on the front bumper for the most part. Mine chipped way too soon and looks awful.

Looks great…deal breaker is the no memory seat adjustment and the manual passenger seat

Thank goodness they removed the old grill design that looked like a piece of art people would have displayed in their living room 🙌👏

The dual clutch transmission seems to be a nightmare for many, no? Wish turbo charged engine was possible with a regular transmission, but I’m not a car guy, so maybe that’s silly?

Is that Red or Orange? Sorry I have audio muted while at work, just seen the video pop up 😅

According to the sales report published by the Ford Motor Company for the United States market, the Maverick moved 94,058 examples of the breed in 2023. By comparison, the Hyundai Santa Cruz lags behind with merely 36,675 deliveries to its name.Jan 4, 2024

Hey Joe, I vote yes to some colorized (orange) stitching on the dashboard. And what happened to your finger? Get it caught in the cup holder? 😂

Cmon Joe, tell us when the model 3 performance is debuting?

The Santa Cruz is my dream truck

i'll take one in black!

3 in 1,a car an suv a pickup, very good.

I don't know if it's better, but it certainly looks 😎

Its wierd that the Tuscons interior is actually better than this one although the difference is ones a pick up and ones a cross over suv

How honda should have did the Ridgeline

its funny nobody didnt think honda ridgeline was a truck. lol. but now the segment has two automaker taking the small/compact truck market. with cost of living increase people look into these two type of trucks.

Vou comprar uma dessa essa semana

Why not automatic transmission? Good video 👍🏽👍🏽

I don’t know why they’re not offering a hybrid AWD or plug in hybrid version ? It would put this vehicle way ahead of any competitors.

I am not a truck person at all. But this truck is so beautiful! It makes me want to morph into an outdoorsy person lol.

It’s not actually orange but it’s called canyon red.

I like it! Duh. lol. I would buy this and I'm not even a truck kind of guy.

I think it’s not considered a truck. I believe a truck has to have a straight axel. The theory is a straight axle Can tow and pull and handle lots of weight as an independent cannot. Especially in the bed. It’s more of a hybrid.