3 Reasons the Hyundai Santa Cruz is Better Than a Full-Sized Truck

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz is a new model that creatively combines the best aspects of an open-bed vehicle and an SUV. When searching for an adventure-ready vehicle, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz has everything you need to tackle the most ambitious journeys. Here at Kearny Mesa Hyundai, our team of friendly Hyundai dealers are happy to share why the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz is better than a full-size truck.

Gear-Carrying Capabilities

One of the primary reasons people choose to purchase a full-size truck is its capability to carry a variety of large and oddly-shaped objects. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz can carry the necessities while being much more city-friendly than a full-size truck.

Storage areas and cargo protection are plentiful, including underfloor storage compartments, side bins, tonneau-mounted crossbars, and a retractable tonneau cover. Whether you’re carrying surfboards, camping gear, mountain bikes, or gear for band rehearsal, this truck is up to the job.

Efficient and Powerful Engine

One of the significant downsides of a full-size truck is that while most have powerful engines, they are not fuel-efficient. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz is both efficient and powerful. Its turbocharged four-cylinder engine cranks out 281 horsepower, with the ability to tow up to 5,000 pounds while achieving excellent city and highway fuel economy.

Reassuring Safety Features

Rather than relying on sheer mass for safety, the Hyundai Santa Cruz is your trusted copilot. Many full-size pickup trucks take a bare-bones approach toward safety features or charge extra for the most desirable features. On the other hand, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz has the following safety features:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Blind-Spot View Monitor
• Available Surround View Monitor
• Available 10.25-inch touchscreen navigation

Test-Drive a New Hyundai Santa Cruz at Kearny Mesa Hyundai

If you want the practicality of a pickup without the maneuverability and size of an oil tanker, it’s time to explore the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Kearny Mesa Hyundai invites you to take a test drive and see what makes this pint-sized pickup special.