2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz: Open-Bed Utility Meets Everyday Comfort

An open bed for your gear and a five-seat cabin for your people sit at the heart of the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz. This model pairs pickup-style utility with SUV-like cabin comfort, plus a strong roster of standard technology and driver-assist features. See how that combination fits your routine at Keyes Hyundai near Los Angeles, CA.

Power and Performance

The standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine in the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz delivers 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed automatic transmission. It comes with front-wheel drive or available H-TRAC® all-wheel drive and can tow up to 3,500 lbs with trailer brakes. For more muscle, the available turbocharged 2.5-liter engine boosts output to 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, pairs exclusively with H-TRAC all-wheel drive, and raises towing capacity to 5,000 lbs.

The composite bed offers 27.0 cubic feet of space along with a lockable under-bed storage compartment, sidewall storage compartments, and heavy-duty cargo D-rings. An assisted multi-functional tailgate and integrated rear bumper side steps make loading easier. For extra flexibility, you can add available options including an integrated tonneau cover, utility rail system, and 115V outlet to help you organize and power your gear in your new Hyundai vehicle.

Tech and Interior Features

Inside the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz, these features come standard:

• 12.3-inch center touchscreen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• SiriusXM® and HD Radio™
• Bluelink+® connected services and over-the-air updates
• Dual USB-C ports in the first and second rows
• Proximity key entry with remote engine start

From there, you can add built-in navigation, Bose® premium audio, and a digital instrument cluster. Heated front seats, dual automatic temperature control, and a power sunroof add comfort, alongside available Wireless Device Charging™ and Hyundai Digital Key® 2 Touch. In back, standard 60/40 tip-up seat cushions free up floor space for taller items.

Safety Features

The 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz comes standard with Hyundai SmartSense® technology. Its coverage starts up front with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist™ with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keeping Assist™, and Lane Following Assist. Behind and beside you, Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist™ watch areas that are hard to see, and Safe Exit Warning alerts passengers to traffic before they open a door.

Driver Attention Warning, Rear Occupant Alert, and High Beam Assist™ round out the standard suite. For longer freeway drives and tighter parking spots, available features like Smart Cruise Control™ with Stop & Go, Highway Driving Assist, and Surround View Monitor add support.

Put the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz to the Test in Van Nuys, CA

With up to 281 horsepower, 5,000 lbs of towing capacity, and clever bed storage, the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz is built for workdays and weekends alike. Our Hyundai dealers in Van Nuys, CA, can help you customize your model. Get pre-approved for Hyundai financing through our website, then stop by to explore the possibilities.