Editors Choice Awards: Pickup Trucks

Initial Quality Study (IQS): Highest Ranked

Fuel Type: Gasoline
Fuel Quality: 87
Max HP: 281 at 5800
Max Torque: 311 at 1700
Oil Capacity: 5.8
Bore: 3.37
Stroke: 4
Displacement: 2.5
Block Type: I
Cylinders: 4
Aspiration: Turbo
Fuel Induction: DI
Cam Type: DOHC
Valves: 16
Valve Timing: CVVT
Compression: 10.5


2.5L Turbo I4 281hp 311ft. lbs.

Air filtration: 
Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
Front air conditioning zones: dual
Humidity/dewpoint sensors: 
Rear vents: second row


Air Conditioning

Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
Front airbags: dual
Side airbags: front,rear
Side curtain airbags: front,rear


Airbags

Antenna type: diversity,mast
Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth,USB
Digital sound processing: 
Premium brand: Bose
Radio: AM/FM,HD radio,touch screen display,voice operated
Radio data system: 
Satellite radio: SiriusXM
Speed sensitive volume control: 
Subwoofer: 1
Total speakers: 7


Audio System

ABS: 4-wheel
Braking assist: 
Electronic brakeforce distribution: 
Electronic parking brake: auto off
Front brake type: ventilated disc
Power brakes: 
Rear brake type: disc


Brakes

Armrests: rear center with cupholders,rear folding
Floor material: carpet
Heated steering wheel: 
Interior accents: metallic-tone
Shift knob trim: leather
Steering wheel trim: leather


Comfort Features

Adaptive cruise control: 
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable
Assist handle: front,rear
Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering
Autonomous navigation following: highway
Capless fuel filler system: 
Center console: front console with armrest and storage
Cupholders: front,rear
Footwell lights: color-adjustable
Memorized settings: 2 driver,driver seat,side mirrors
Multi-function remote: panic alarm,proximity entry system
One-touch windows: 2
Overhead console: front
Power outlet(s): 115V cargo area,12V front,USB-C front,USB-C rear
Power steering: electric,variable/speed-proportional
Power windows: lockout button
Push-button start: fingerprint recognition
Reading lights: front,rear
Rearview mirror: auto-dimming
Remote engine start/cabin preconditioning: 
Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel mounted controls: audio,cruise control,paddle shifter,phone,voice control
Storage: accessory hook,door pockets,front seatback,in bed,sunglasses holder,under rear seats
Universal remote transmitter: Homelink - garage door opener
Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Wireless charging station: front


Convenience Features

4WD type: on demand
Drive mode selector: 


Drivetrain

Alternator: 150 amps
Battery: maintenance-free
Battery saver: 


Engine

Bumper detail: rear integrated corner step
Door handle color: body-color
Fender lip moldings: black
Front bumper color: chrome
Grille color: chrome
Mirror color: body-color
Pickup bed light: LED
Pickup tonneau cover: hard
Rear bumper color: black
Rocker panel color: black
Tailgate: power locking,power open
Window trim: black


Exterior Features

Connected in-car apps: Google POIs,Google search
Infotainment: Blue Link
Infotainment screen size: 12.3 in.
Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto,wireless Apple CarPlay


In Car Entertainment

Clock: 
Compass: 
Digital odometer: 
External temperature display: 
Fuel economy display: MPG
Gauge: tachometer
Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in.
Multi-function display: 
Trip odometer: 
Warnings and reminders: lamp failure,low fuel level,low oil pressure,low washer fluid,maintenance due


Instrumentation

Daytime running lights: LED
Headlights: LED,auto delay off,auto high beam dimmer,auto on/off
Taillights: LED


Lights

Side mirror adjustments: manual folding,power
Side mirrors: heated,integrated turn signals


Mirrors

Moonroof / Sunroof: anti-trapping,one-touch open/close,power glass,remotely operated,sliding sunshade,tilt/slide
Roof rails: black


Roof

Automatic emergency braking: front,front pedestrian,intersection/junction turn,rear
Blind spot safety: camera display,sensor/alert
Camera system: surround view
Check rear seat reminder: 
Child safety door locks: 
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Cross traffic alert: rear
Driver attention alert system: 
Lane deviation sensors: 
Lane keeping assist: 
Pre-collision warning system: audible warning,intersection/junction turn,pedestrian detection,vibrating steering wheel,visual warning
Programmable safety key: 
Rearview monitor: in dash
Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting
Vehicle exit safety system: 


Safety

Emergency locking retractors: front,rear
Front seatbelts: 3-point
Rear seatbelts: 3-point
Seatbelt force limiters: front,rear
Seatbelt pretensioners: front,rear
Seatbelt warning sensor: front


Seatbelts

Driver seat: heated,ventilated
Driver seat power adjustments: 8,height,lumbar,reclining
Front headrests: 2,adjustable
Front seat type: bucket
Passenger seat: heated,ventilated
Passenger seat power adjustments: 6,height,reclining
Rear headrests: 3,adjustable
Rear seat folding: folds up
Rear seat type: 60-40 split bench
Upholstery: leather-trimmed


Seats

Anti-theft system: alarm,vehicle immobilizer
Power door locks: anti-lockout,auto-locking


Security

Hill holder control: 
Off-road driving assist: hill descent
Stability control: 
Traction control: 
Trailer stability control: 


Stability and Traction

Front shock type: gas
Front spring type: coil
Front struts: MacPherson
Front suspension classification: independent
Front suspension type: lower control arms
Rear shock type: gas
Rear spring type: coil
Rear stabilizer bar: 
Rear suspension classification: independent
Rear suspension type: multi-link
Self leveling suspension: 


Suspension

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance
Electronic messaging assistance: voice operated,with read function
Hands-free phone call integration: voice operated
Navigation data: real time traffic
Navigation system: over-the-air map updates (OTA),touch screen display,voice operated
Smart device app compatibility: MyHyundai with Blue Link
Smart device app function: engine start/cabin preconditioning,horn/light operation,lock operation,maintenance scheduling,maintenance status,phone as a key,vehicle location
Wireless data link: Bluetooth


Telematics

Spare tire mount location: underbody
Spare tire size: temporary
Spare wheel type: steel
Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 
Wheels: aluminum alloy with painted accents


Tires and Rims

Pickup bed cargo management: tie-down anchors
Tow/Haul mode: 
Trailer hitch: ready
Trailer wiring: 4-pin,7-pin


Towing and Hauling

Front wipers: rain sensing,variable intermittent
Laminated glass: acoustic windshield
Pickup sliding rear window: manual
Power windows: 
Rear privacy glass: 
Solar-tinted glass: front
Window defogger: rear


Windows

Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl
Door sill trim: scuff plate
Floor mat material: carpet,rubber/vinyl
Floor mats: front,rear


Ashtray: 
Storage: cargo net,organizer
Tool kit: 


Mudguards: front,rear
Paint: pearl,premium
Paint protection: clear film
Pickup bed rubber mat: 
Running board color: black
Running boards: 
Skid plate(s): front,rear
Tailgate protection cap: 


Front Brake Diameter: 12.8
Rear Brake Diameter: 12.8


Length: 195.7
Wheelbase: 118.3
Height: 66.9
Ground Clearance: 8.6
Width: 75.0
Front Track Width: 64.7
Rear Track Width: 64.9


Exterior Dimensions

Interior Volume: 101.8
Passenger Volume: 101.8


Interior Dimensions

Head Room 1st Row: 38.2
Head Room 2nd Row/Rear: 39.6
Hip Room 1st Row: 54.5
Hip Room 2nd Row/Rear: 53.5
Shoulder Room 1st Row: 57.7
Shoulder Room 2nd Row/Rear: 56.1
Leg Room 1st Row: 41.4
Leg Room 2nd Row/Rear: 36.5
Standard Seating: 5
Max Seating: 5
Seating Rows: 2


Seating

Truck Specifications

Max Payload: 1607
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 5798
Gross Vehicle Weight Range: 5001-6000
Curb Weight: 4191
Fuel Tank Capacity: 17.7
Max Towing Capacity: 5000
Tonnage: Compact


Weights and Capacities

Front Tire Description: 245/50R20
Rear Tire Description: 245/50R20
Front Wheel Size: 20.0 x 7.5
Rear Wheel Size: 20.0 x 7.5
Front Wheel Diameter: 20.0
Front Wheel Width: 7.5
Rear Wheel Diameter: 20.0
Rear Wheel Width: 7.5
Tire Type: All Season


2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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