2024 Ford Maverick vs. 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz Review

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2024 Ford
Maverick

MSRP*: $23,920 to $34,960
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2024 Hyundai
Santa Cruz

MSRP*: $26,900 to $41,320
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MPG - City 20 - 42 MPG 19 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 33 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 33.3 ft3 27.0 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 281-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 250 hp 191 - 281 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 199.7 - 200.7 in 195.7 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 75.0 in
Leg Room Front 42.8 in
Rear 35.9 - 36.9 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 38.4 - 40.2 in
Rear 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Ford Maverick offers passengers in its extended cab about the same head- and legroom as the Hyundai Santa Cruz. The Ford Maverick offers just a little more head- and legroom than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, making it a little roomier and more comfortable.

Convenience
The Hyundai Santa Cruz requires less frequent visits to the gas station than the Ford Maverick, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Maverick will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Maverick is much slimmer than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Maverick, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Handling
The Ford Maverick has a similar turning radius to the Hyundai Santa Cruz, so both should maneuver just as easily in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Cruz is clearly the choice over the Ford Maverick for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Maverick has a little more horsepower than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Maverick does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford Maverick as you will the Hyundai Santa Cruz. The Ford Maverick has a slightly greater cargo capacity for your lumber or other material than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.