2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL AWD Adventure Ready Meets Everyday Comfort
Meet the 2024 Santa Cruz SEL in All Wheel Drive the vehicle that doesnt just get you there, it elevates the journey.
Performance & Capability
Powered by a 2.5liter 4cylinder engine delivering 191 horsepower and 181 lbft of torque, paired with an 8speed automatic.
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AWD system (Hyundais HTRAC) gives you surefooted control in rain, snow, or loose terrain.
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Tow rating of up to 3,500 lbs (with trailer brakes) pack up gear, haul toys, or tow a small trailer without breaking a sweat.
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Efficiency & Fuel Economy
With AWD, expect about 21 mpg in the city / 25 mpg on the highway / 23 mpg combined solid efficiency for something this capable.
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A 17.7gallon fuel tank gives you decent range between fillups.
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Comfort, Tech & Features
Seating for 5 with a fullycrewed cab; the bed is short but rugged, ready for hauling gear when duty calls.
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Loaded with creature comforts: heated front seats, dualzone automatic climate control, proximity key with pushbutton start, remote start, roof rails, etc.
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Infotainment: touchscreen display, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, connected car system (Bluelink) stay entertained, informed, connected.
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Safety & Convenience
Advanced driver aids: BlindSpot CollisionAvoidance, Rear CrossTraffic CollisionAvoidance, Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning, etc.
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Strong build, premium touches ensure a quiet, controlled ride even at highway speeds or over rougher surfaces.
Why This One Stands Out
This SEL AWD trim is where the Santa Cruz finds its sweet spot: you get enough luxury and tech to make daily drives and weekend adventures feel upgraded yet it remains practical, reliable, and more affordable than the turbohigh performance trims.
Its perfect for someone who wants:
confident allweather drive
the utility of a pickup bed without sacrificing ride comfort
modern tech and conveniences that make life easier
Used 2024 HyundaiSanta Cruz SEL
- Odometer
- 70,939 miles
- Fuel Economy
- 21/25 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
- VIN
- 5NTJCDAE5RH086484
- Stock Number
- RH086484
Hyundai
Santa Cruz
Included Packages & Accessories
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
Overall4.6Out of 5
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Recall issues
By Fred | on Wednesday, December 21, 2022
I absolutely love my Santa Cruz, lots of power, fun to drive, but it has a transmission recall, the issue could cause the car to lose power and stop on the road. The manufacturer has no fix at this time. They have no timetable for the repair. I have a $40,000 car I don't want to drive for fear it will die on the freeway. The local dealer washed their hands of the issue, telling me I have to deal directly with Hyundai. Have you ever tried to contact a manufacturer??? Good luck. I am not sure if this falls under the lemon law or not>… - 4.0
Some cons, but overall most versatile vehicle.
By Atun Grande | on Sunday, May 22, 2022
I have an SEL Premium, with the 2.5T engine. The exterior is awesome, very quirky, which I love. Sage grey is the best color, btw. I do mostly highway driving and average 27-29mpg overall per tank, so that’s great for this segment. The bed isn’t the biggest, BUT I shoehorned 6 bikes in the back with the tailgate down, some planning and tow straps. Overall, I don’t think there’s a more versatile option. It drives like an SUV, it’s smooth, fairly quiet, and comfortable, and at the end of the day, I can haul most anything I need outside of professional construction equipment. My issues are with the interior. First, coming from a Subaru, the visibility is…merely adequate. The A pillars are way too thick (I have absolutely lost cars behind them from certain angles), and the C pillars are just dumb. I’d accept some bigger mirrors, but it also makes the back seats feel a bit closed off. The interior design is functional, although if I’m being less than generous, I’d say it’s uninspired. It’s a sea of black plastic, really. I’d love something a bit more rugged and fun to look at. Now, why on Earth Hyundai put piano black in a ‘Sport Adventure Vehicle’ is beyond me. It’s downright hateful, in my opinion. Every speck of dust for 3 miles WILL find its way onto the piano black. Value is solid, but you’d think for 37k, I’d get AC vents for the rear seats, and ONLY the Limited gets that, which annoys me to no end. Not the greatest value for the money, and truth be told I sometimes waffle about going back to a Subaru, but the bed is REALLY useful. If Hyundai ruggedized the interior, I’d be all in. I still recommend it, because for all the grief I sometimes get from people who drive ‘real’ trucks, my Santa Cruz hauls air just as well as their Ram or F150, and I get 30 mpg on the highway at 65mph.… - 5.0
Great trucklet
By Anon | on Thursday, December 30, 2021
Just acquired a Santa Cruz Limited. Have been driving it in town and on the highway. Really pleased so far -- handles very competently, feels planted and competent in cornering, and has good acceleration and braking. The Limited has amazing tech. The touchscreen is very easy to use. Some people prefer knobs and buttons for A/C and radio, but surprisingly, I am finding that I prefer the all-touchscreen controls. I appreciate that the SC fits in the garage without difficulty. I did not really want a truck as a daily driver. This splits the difference -- it's a very nice SUV on the interior but has a bed that's really useful for all the wet stuff when I go kayaking, as well as for other messy fun outdoor sports stuff. The SC also a top safety pick, which was important to me.…
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