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2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT Review: Power, Design, and Practicality

2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT Review: Power, Design, and Practicality
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In this review of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT, TheStraightPipes team delves into the updated model's features and performance. With 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque from a 2.5 L turbo 4-cylinder engine, the Santa Cruz XRT offers a thrilling driving experience. The exterior design, reminiscent of the Palisade, features tow hooks, body cladding, and unique wheels with Continental tires, adding a rugged touch to this pickup truck.

Inside, the team explores the updated infotainment system and the practicality of the lockable truck bed, ideal for various hauling needs. Despite lacking a suspension lift, the Santa Cruz XRT impresses with its comfortable driving dynamics, akin to a lifted Elantra. The review also touches on the model's safety features, including a sunroof, 360 cameras, and heated seats, enhancing the overall driving experience.

As the team navigates the Santa Cruz XRT's driving performance, they praise its responsive steering, towing capacity of 5,000 lbs, and smooth handling. The review showcases the interior design details, such as square cup holders and ample storage space, catering to practicality and convenience. In a lighthearted comparison to the Sienna video, the team humorously highlights the color-matching dipstick for the Subaru Baja, adding a touch of fun to this comprehensive review of the Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT.

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Comparison to Subaru Baja and Honda Ridgeline

Positive feedback on Hyundai Santa Cruz

Request for a version on the Ioniq 5 platform

Mention of Maverick and Ridgeline

Concerns about transmission and powertrain durability

Request for release in Australia and Southern Africa

Comparison to BMW, Audi, and Dodge models

Suggestions for hybrid engine from Santa Fe

Comments on interior improvements

Humorous comments about broken tail light and parking lot cleanliness

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