2026 Model Year · Hyundai of Yakima

Santa Cruz. Untamed.

Open-bed versatility, SUV-like comfort and available HTRAC All Wheel Drive for drivers who want utility without a full-size pickup. Explore the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz at Hyundai of Yakima.

Up to 5,000 lbTurbo towing
281 hpAvailable 2.5L turbo
No. 1J.D. Power Initial Quality
Available AWDHTRAC capability
Current Programs

See the offer. Then choose the Santa Cruz that fits.

Current programs can vary by model year, inventory, qualification and combination rules.

2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz at Hyundai of Yakima
2026 HyundaiSanta Cruz
2026 Santa CruzCURRENT OFFER
FINANCE OFFER
2.90%
for up to 60 Months O.A.C.
OR
CASH OFFER
$1,500
Retail Bonus Cash
Compare the Paths

Choose the Santa Cruz setup that matches how much capability you need.

2.5L Gas191 hp · up to 3,500-lb towing

A strong everyday choice for lighter hauling, commuting and open-bed flexibility.

2.5L Turbo AWD281 hp · up to 5,000-lb towing

Adds much stronger power, standard AWD on XRT/Limited and greater towing capability.

Choose Your Configuration

Find your Santa Cruz.

Compare the core 2026 configurations and the differences that matter most before opening current inventory.

Awards & Recognition

Quality you can measure.

Owners and editors agree: the Santa Cruz keeps topping its class for initial quality, with NHTSA’s top overall safety rating to match.

Recognized for quality.

The Hyundai Santa Cruz ranked highest among midsize pickups in the J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Initial Quality Study, for the third year in a row.

NHTSAOverall Safety Rating
NHTSA 5-Star Overall Rating for 2026 Santa Cruz, FWD and AWD.
Honors

Honored year after year.

4honors
  • Editorial
    Editors' Choice: Compact Pickup TrucksCar and Driver · Santa Cruz
    2 years running
  • Made in USA
    American-Made Index: No. 24Cars.com · Built in Alabama
    2026
  • Safety
    TOP SAFETY PICKIIHS · 2026 Santa Cruz
    2025 award
Ownership Confidence

Confidence that lasts 10 years.

America’s Best Warranty

Long-term coverage, standard.

Every new Hyundai includes a broad warranty package designed to support ownership confidence.

10-Year / 100,000-MilePowertrain Limited Warranty
5-Year / 60,000-MileNew Vehicle Limited Warranty
7-Year / Unlimited MilesAnti-Perforation Warranty
5-Year / Unlimited Miles24-Hour Roadside Assistance
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Hyundai SmartSense

Confidence built into the drive.

Core Hyundai SmartSense features, including Safe Exit Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, are standard on every 2026 Santa Cruz. XRT and Limited add Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Highway Driving Assist, Surround View Monitor and Blind-Spot View Monitor.

Standard · All Trims

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist

Can detect vehicles and pedestrians ahead and may assist with braking in certain situations.

Standard · All Trims

Blind-Spot Collision Warning

Can alert you to vehicles detected in your blind spot when changing lanes.

Standard · All Trims

Lane Keeping Assist

Can provide steering assistance if an unintended lane departure is detected.

Standard · All Trims

Lane Following Assist

Helps keep you centered in your lane when lane markings are detected.

Standard · All Trims

Driver Attention Warning

Monitors driving patterns and can alert you to take a break when signs of fatigue or inattention are detected.

Standard · All Trims

Safe Exit Warning

Can warn passengers before they open a door into approaching traffic from behind.

Standard · All Trims

Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist

Can warn of approaching traffic when reversing and may apply the brakes in certain situations.

Available · XRT + Limited

Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go

Helps maintain a set following distance, including in stop-and-go traffic.

Available · XRT + Limited

Highway Driving Assist

Combines lane centering and adaptive cruise to help reduce fatigue on compatible highways.

2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz lifestyle

Santa Cruz Lifestyle

Built for the space between SUV and pickup.

Santa Cruz is for drivers who occasionally need a truck bed but still want the maneuverability, comfort and daily-driving feel of a compact crossover.

Gear-ready bedSUV-like comfortEasy to park

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Local Model Research

Shop the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz at Hyundai of Yakima.

Drivers across Yakima, Union Gap, Selah and Central Washington can use this page to compare the 2026 Santa Cruz, understand its major configurations, review current programs and move directly into available inventory when they are ready.

Questions, Answered

2026 Santa Cruz FAQ

How much can the 2026 Santa Cruz tow?

Naturally aspirated configurations can tow up to 3,500 pounds, while properly equipped turbo AWD configurations can tow up to 5,000 pounds with trailer brakes.

How much horsepower does Santa Cruz have?

The 2.5L engine makes 191 hp, while the available 2.5L turbo produces 281 hp.

Does Santa Cruz have all-wheel drive?

HTRAC All Wheel Drive is available on lower trims and standard on the turbo XRT and Limited configurations.

Is Santa Cruz a pickup truck or SUV?

Santa Cruz combines an open pickup-style bed with a crossover-style cabin, footprint and driving experience.

What warranty comes with a new Santa Cruz?

New Santa Cruz models include Hyundai limited warranty coverage, including powertrain, new vehicle, anti-perforation and roadside assistance coverage.

Which Santa Cruz trims have the turbo engine?

The XRT and Limited use the 281-hp 2.5L turbo engine in the lineup shown on this page.

Is Santa Cruz more like a pickup or an SUV?

It combines an open pickup-style bed with a crossover-style cabin, footprint and everyday driving experience.

Who is Santa Cruz best suited for?

It is designed for drivers who regularly want open-bed flexibility but do not need the size of a traditional full-size pickup.

Your Santa Cruz starts here.

Compare current inventory, schedule a drive and let Hyundai of Yakima help you choose the configuration that fits how you actually drive.

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