Hyundai Santa Cruz first generation

Hyundai Santa Cruz first generation
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The Hyundai Santa Cruz first generation (since 2022): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: NX4 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,970 mm TC4,970 mm
Width1,910 mm TC1,905 mm
Height1,690 mm TC1,695 mm
Wheelbase3,010 mm TC3,005 mm
Front track1,640 mm TC–
Rear track1,650 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,860 kg TC1,680–1,870 kg
Seats and space
Fuel tank–67 L
Performance
Top speed–196 km/h
Torque–245–406 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2023–2026: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, fr, pl), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

322 complaints for model years 2022–2026. 11 crashes · 5 fires · 9 injuries

  • Transmission and drivetrain 126
  • Engine 78
  • Electrical system 39
  • Fuel system 31
  • Speed control 28
  • Driver assistance 27

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 6 versions of the Hyundai Santa Cruz first generation

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2022–2027SIDI & PFI2.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA221–239 g/km
2022–2027SIDI & PFI2.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive20–24 MPG (9.8–11.8 L/100 km) EPA228–270 g/km
2022–2025SIDI & PFI2.5 LPetrol8-speed automated manualAll-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA250–260 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol8-speed automatic11.4–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle267–270 g/km
2025Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol8-speed automated manual10.7–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle251–260 g/km
2022–2024Pickup truck: Small2.5 LPetrol8-speed automated manual10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle250–251 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.