New 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz
Now Arriving
Introducing the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz: Features Built for Colorado Springs Adventures
- 3 trimsSE, SEL Activity and XRT
- 27 cu ftBed volume
- 1,411 lbsUp to, payload
The new 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz has arrived at Phil Long Hyundai of Chapel Hills. For 2027, Hyundai trimmed the lineup to three models and made more premium features available to other trim levels. Explore the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz features that matter most, from the bed to the best trim for your life. Visit 1540 Auto Mall Loop to see the 2027 Santa Cruz in Colorado Springs in person.
Reserve Your 2027 Santa Cruz Test Drive
What's New for 2027: A Simpler, Smarter Lineup
Hyundai streamlined the new 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz into three trims:
- SE: Starts at $30,300 MSRP.
- SEL Activity: Starts at $34,700 MSRP.
- XRT: Starts at $42,775 MSRP.
Contact our sales team for current pricing and incentives.
The XRT now includes features once reserved for the top trim: a power sunroof, Bose premium audio and a heated steering wheel. H-Tex leatherette seats are now standard across the lineup. These changes put more 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz features within reach. Prices exclude freight, tax, title and license.
Want full trim details, financing and current offers? Our main Santa Cruz page has it all.
Compare 2027 Santa Cruz Trims & Pricing
Shopping a 2026? Here's What Changed
Comparing a leftover 2026 with a new 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz? Here's how the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz features stack up:
- SEL and Limited trims are gone. The SEL Activity and XRT now cover that ground.
- Limited features moved to the XRT. Sunroof, Bose audio, heated steering wheel, auto-dimming mirror and a rear armrest with cupholders.
- 20-inch wheels are dropped. Every 2027 trim rides on 18-inch wheels.
- Fingerprint recognition is removed.
- Two colors are retired: Rockwood Green and Canyon Red.
Want one of those colors or 20-inch wheels? Ask us about remaining 2026 inventory. Want the richer XRT? The 2027 is your truck.
A Bed Built for Colorado Gear
The bed is where 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz features stand out from any SUV. Here's what fits.
- Bed length: 48.4 inches at the top, 52.1 at the floor and 74.8 with the tailgate down. Most adult mountain bikes fit with the tailgate down for a Palmer Park ride.
- Payload: Up to 1,411 lbs of passengers and cargo combined. That's about 20 bags of 50-lb concrete mix with two adults aboard.
- Bed volume: 27 cu ft, 19.2 inches deep and 42.7 inches between the wheel wells.
Every trim includes:
- Lockable under-bed storage: Leave boots or valuables at a Cheyenne Mountain trailhead with peace of mind.
- Remote-release tailgate: Drop it with the key fob when your arms are full.
- Heavy-duty tie-down D-rings and sidewall storage.
The 2027 Santa Cruz SEL Activity and XRT add even more:
- Integrated tonneau cover: Keeps duffels and helmets dry and out of sight.
- T-slot tracks with rail-and-cleat system: Move tie-downs where you need them.
- 115V bed outlet: Power a slow cooker or speaker while tailgating before an Air Force Academy game.
- LED bed lighting: Load up after dark without a flashlight.
SEL Activity: The Sweet Spot
The 2027 Santa Cruz SEL Activity packs the most popular 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz features into one well-priced trim.
- Power tilt-and-slide sunroof.
- 12.3-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and wireless phone charging.
- Heated front seats and an 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar support.
- Dual-zone automatic climate control and roof side rails.
Add available HTRAC AWD, and the 2027 Santa Cruz SEL Activity is ready for snowy Black Forest driveways.
Which 2027 Trim Fits You?
Match the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz features to how you actually drive:
You commute and haul on weekends
SE
Choose the SE. You get lockable under-bed storage, the remote tailgate and remote start for $30,300. Add AWD for winter.
You bike, camp or tailgate
SEL Activity
Choose the 2027 Santa Cruz SEL Activity. The tonneau cover, 115V bed outlet and T-slot tracks are built for gear. The sunroof and heated seats make the drive home better.
You tow or drive dirt roads
XRT
Choose the XRT. Its 281-hp turbo tows up to 5,000 lbs, and standard AWD with Terrain Mode handles Rampart Range Road. See the full off-road breakdown on our 2027 Santa Cruz XRT page.
Still deciding? Compare all three trims on our 2027 Santa Cruz in Colorado Springs page, or ask our team to park two trims side by side for you.
Explore the Full 2027 Santa Cruz Lineup
Found the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz features you want? Now choose your trim. Our main 2027 Santa Cruz in Colorado Springs page covers engines, towing, safety, financing and current offers.
See 2027 Santa Cruz Trims, Pricing & Specs
Need three rows instead? Meet the 2027 Santa Fe
Drive the New 2027 Santa Cruz at Phil Long Hyundai
Be among the first to drive the new 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz in Colorado Springs. Phil Long Hyundai of Chapel Hills sits at 1540 Auto Mall Loop, off North Academy Boulevard.
Active-duty and veteran buyers from Fort Carson, Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB and the Air Force Academy can ask about our military program. Have a trade? Get your CARFAX trade-in value online first.
Bring your bike or gear and test the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz features before you buy. Call (719) 722-2330 or stop by Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz Features FAQ
What's new on the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
For 2027, Hyundai streamlined the Santa Cruz into three trims: SE, SEL Activity and XRT. The XRT now includes features once reserved for the top trim: a power sunroof, Bose premium audio and a heated steering wheel. H-Tex leatherette seats are now standard across the lineup.
What changed between the 2026 and 2027 Santa Cruz?
The SEL and Limited trims are gone, and the Limited's features moved to the XRT. 20-inch wheels are dropped, so every 2027 trim rides on 18-inch wheels. Fingerprint recognition is removed, and two colors are retired: Rockwood Green and Canyon Red. Want one of those colors or 20-inch wheels? Ask us about remaining 2026 inventory.
How big is the 2027 Santa Cruz bed?
The bed measures 48.4 inches at the top, 52.1 inches at the floor and 74.8 inches with the tailgate down. It offers 27 cu ft of volume, 19.2 inches of depth and 42.7 inches between the wheel wells. Most adult mountain bikes fit with the tailgate down.
What is the payload of the 2027 Santa Cruz?
The 2027 Santa Cruz carries up to 1,411 lbs of passengers and cargo combined. That's about 20 bags of 50-lb concrete mix with two adults aboard.
What bed features come standard on every 2027 Santa Cruz?
Every trim includes lockable under-bed storage, a remote-release tailgate you can drop with the key fob, heavy-duty tie-down D-rings and sidewall storage.
What does the 2027 Santa Cruz SEL Activity add?
The SEL Activity adds an integrated tonneau cover, T-slot tracks with a rail-and-cleat system, a 115V bed outlet and LED bed lighting. Inside, it adds a power tilt-and-slide sunroof, a 12.3-inch touchscreen and digital gauge cluster, and wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and phone charging. It also adds heated front seats, an 8-way power driver's seat, dual-zone automatic climate control and roof side rails. HTRAC AWD is available.
Which 2027 Santa Cruz trim is right for me?
Choose the SE if you commute and haul on weekends. Choose the SEL Activity if you bike, camp or tailgate, thanks to its tonneau cover, 115V bed outlet and T-slot tracks. Choose the XRT if you tow or drive dirt roads. Its 281-hp turbo tows up to 5,000 lbs, and standard AWD with Terrain Mode handles rough roads.
Where can I test drive the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz in Colorado Springs?
Visit Phil Long Hyundai of Chapel Hills at 1540 Auto Mall Loop, off North Academy Boulevard. Call (719) 722-2330 or stop by Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Bring your bike or gear and test the features before you buy.
