2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz | Absolutely Gorgeous

[@mogulmayhem]

The Subaru Baja was just ahead of its time.

[@MrBacchus18]

Sometimes that happens to category busters

[@TheDagraner4576]

Makes a guy wonder if the Baja is going to have a brief little renaissance of popularity because of this thing.

[@Polyvalent]

@@TheDagraner4576 it would if any proud baja owners would give me a decent used price lmao

[@shept.7736]

@@Polyvalent Bajas have always retained their price, which kinda sucks. You can find nicer higher mileage ones for 5-9k but if you want a turbo, you pay more

[@buttsexandbananapeels]

And the Brat was way ahead of the Baja. I do miss both of those bitchin rides.

[@rolan2dr]

I don’t even care about this vehicle, just watched the review because these guys are hilarious and the review quality is top notch.

[@TheExtravagant]

Hey Mark, Just wanted to say I'm beyond grateful for what you and Jack are creating. I always watch your videos with my sister and it became more of a ritual than anything else. It made us both have such a fond and lovely memories, it brought us together through the toughest times and we had some of our most joyful moments watching your videos. Today is my birthday and this video is the perfect gift to celebrate with my sister. I've wrote similar comment before which we were more than happy that you replied to. But I'll never get tired of saying that you produce the best reviewing content not only on KZbin. If my father was still around, I'm sure he would agree. My love of cars brought me here, but your unmatchable passion and effort towards what I love is what kept me coming. Hope you have a lovely year and continue producing more content for the love of the memories you made me have. Thank you. I'll always be grateful.

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

I'm like 90% sure this isn't trolling. 10% is up in the air

[@fascinatedbyeverything]

This is the nicest thing I’ve ever heard said about a KZbin creator. Or pretty much anything for that manner. The dude must really have a strong emotional attachment to cars and therefore the effort/love SG puts into the videos really affects him.

[@savagegeese]

We appreciate your passion for cars and the work. When I paid 2 dollars to get a good comment I didnt think I would get this!! You went above and beyond here. The other viewers now know the benchmark in kindness. But seriously, hope that we wont let you down.

[@pottersi]

Reading this made my day better

[@0hypnotoad0]

This is one of those wholesome comments with sarcastic vibes

[@da4]

Highest production quality in the genre HANDS DOWN. The reviews really set the standard for relatability, humor and content not just for this platform but for the industry. Thanks for the great work you do.

[@bobdolespen]

The absolute BEST car reviews of all time, everything you need to know, well produced and still entertaining

[@geethsan1567]

Sometimes I'm surprised that this is free to watch.

[@da4]

@@geethsan1567 Agreed.

[@RonPaulgirls]

OH MY GOD ....

[@amanasd26]

I mean i think that honour belongs to throttle house, but these guys are really good.

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

Finally a car reviewer who knows Santa Cruz wasn’t meant to be compared with the Maverick. Thank you!

[@bcyrx]

But you have to... Anyone shopping for one should look at the other and decide what they need it for vs. what they don't. They absolutely share the same segment.

[@jonasjung256]

Whether it was meant to or not, it is.

[@user-dibribhsvj36d]

They are both mall hauler........

[@markmiller3279]

Not entirely different, as they're similar in size. This is nicer and more stylish, the Maverick cheaper and more utilitarian, but for many people either one would do.

[@drewski1441]

@@user-dibribhsvj36d Nope the Maverick is more rugged and MUCH better off road. The TFL truck tested them and the Santa Cruz with the DCT failed in some places and the DCT tranny had a burnt smell.

[@OwenSoundSk8KT]

That intro was your best ever mark, so funny!

[@ekhalkov]

More of that, please!

[@sina1406]

STI RA Review tho

[@andreavin3674]

Can someone explain it to us dumb people please, I figured it was a joke, misspelling and all.

[@ey38znow]

I came to the comments to say just this. Bravo Mark.

[@sangh1120]

Im surprised that full acceleration run got him to shiver his voice little. Must have been quite an adrenaline rush

[@dougrobinson8602]

Mark's 'Race Face' during the acceleration run was epic.

[@tallll70]

@@dougrobinson8602 it was just air buffeting :)

[@BarnStangz]

You'd be happy too if you had a car thing like this that is nice and fast, it got Mark quicker to Arby's to eat the new Diablo Dare!

[@ChrisPollard]

I've had mine for 4 months, and he's spot on. It is DECEPTIVELY fast. First time I whipped out to pass someone, I looked at the speedo by the time I was approaching the other vehicle's driver's door and went F&$K! I was in stunt driving ticket territory in seconds. And they nail it - size wise, yes, it competes with the Maverick on paper. But they are two VERY different vehicles with to VERY different intended buyers. It's exactly the "lifestyle" truck I was looking for ... commute to work all week, do a weekend dump run, haul the kayak to the lake, grab the lawnmower to cut someone's grass, or fill the LOCKING bed full of stuff on a Costco run. Love it. It's a blast to drive every day, in any weather. (Fantastic in snow!!)

[@mobster2]

It did look peppy, I’m impressed!

[@domenicmitri]

I'm howling at the mall part, it's always hilarious when Mark has a moment (Scripted or not).

[@TheBaj]

for me it was the rollercoaster dialogue "yeah you can't afford to lose 0.2 inches when you only have 4 inches to begin with. but I can tell you I can have intercourse with most normal sized individuals with the tailgate down. with it up it's just not doable." then they go on to talk about fitting farm animals in the the bed of the truck

[@apexconnexion]

@@TheBaj LOST IT hahaahah

[@replica4194]

"you're not buying this to go flying" *foot on the floor for entire review*

[@lesm285]

"I don't care Mark let's go adventuring!" GOLD! Pure GOLD!

[@buttsexandbananapeels]

“I don’t want to go to the mountains, I WANT TO GO TO THE F@CKING MALL!!!” Needs to go to a limited edition T-Shirt. That little dose of Chris Farley really brightened my morning. Well played, you magnificent bastards.

[@Tripp55]

The thing I love about this channel is how real Mark and Jack are. No "TV personality", no real sense that they're being anything but 100% themselves. Always great to watch, guys!

[@hunglukenguyen]

they have the same manner speech and very similar tone of voices.

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Agreed.. love the genuineness of these guys.

[@uGotGot1618]

This is a classic example of a car manufacturer making the vehicle people actually need. I would say 90 to 95% of Tacoma, Colorado, ranger, etc owners will never utilize any more capability than the Santa Cruz offers. But, with all cars designed exactly for what you need, I don't know if it'll sell. Just look at the ridge line

[@12ealDealOfficial]

@@Mrwaffleandmilk Exactly. It'd be ten times more useful if were two doors with a usable length bed. Usable and a lot cooler for the non wine-mom demographic.

[@Incomudro1963]

@@Mrwaffleandmilk The entire bed is lockable with the tonneau cover extended, plus their's the lockable cooler type section. The point of the bed is to keep dirty stuff out of the interior of the vehicle. Sand, muddy, dirty items can be tossed in the bed - and the bed can be hosed out. Plus, a bed affords vertical advantages. Tall items can stand in it.

[@ScarletKnightmare]

*Ridgeland

[@patricks.7951]

@@12ealDealOfficial same for the Ford Maverick

[@markluinenburg5004]

So, 90 to 95% of Tacoma, Colorado, and Ranger made a bad purchase. Agreed. This is yet another in the bad choice syndrome.

[@air-headedaviator1805]

“You’re not gonna be tearing up backroads with this” Aftermarket: allow us to introduce ourselves.

[@ThisGuyRides]

Cue Rolling Stones "Sympathy for the Devil"

[@robertbaker3296]

I look forward to aftermarket support for this santa cruz

[@user-bv9uc9ix8x]

This is old school geese. Fantastic.

[@noafproductions6144]

Your intros occasionally get me to laugh out loud... pleased to say this was one of them! Great work and thank you for your consistently fantastic videos.

[@agenericaccount3935]

Compelling tbh, but the local dealers are throwing like 7k market adjustments on top of MSRP. Dealers and their shenanigans have been disastrous for the automotive race.

[@JheregCG60]

Yep, local Jeep dealer wanted me to pay them 5K over MSRP for my Mojave and I told em pound sand. Then I said I am headed back up to PA for Thanksgiving and would buy it there...then walked towards the door. The GM said "Screw it, make the deal" LOL. Damn stealerships need to go the way of the Dodo.

[@pirihern9329]

Agree stealerships galore

[@BeanieNinjay0]

I love when they say “market adjustment.” Fancy phrase for scalping.

[@Ecuador006]

I love shanghai noodles but cant stand these shenanigans either

[@agenericaccount3935]

@@BeanieNinjay0 Textbook scalping. Just like GPUs. Being a legally entrenched middle-man monopoly with no value-add is realllllly hard work and worth the extra seven grand amirite?

[@lgz2006]

For a first attempt, I'm seriously impressed, especially the styling and uniqueness of it, excellent job, Hyundai.

[@EastofVictoriaPark]

This is not a first attempt. They have had a model like this in their home market for decades.

[@soulsage1984]

@@EastofVictoriaPark It was a concept model or what you call a prototype. Not made for consumers. It was experimentation with it's design.

[@paddle_shift]

Hyundai BY FAR is the most interesting innovative auto manufacturer out there today. They've gone from a $#/@ box to very impressive in the last 10 years. Very impressive.

[@hanksta34]

That's good because they tried to copy the other automakers for years. At one time they had an SUV that resembled the BMW's front end.

[@baddriversofcolga]

I don't understand how Hyundai hasn't learned from the mistakes of other carmakers when it comes to touch buttons. If I actually wanted one of these that would be a dealbreaker.

[@Jackinacox]

VW are in the same category - these interior designers need to get a different job.

[@dragospahontu]

Touch is the future

[@dragospahontu]

@@Jackinacox that was Christian Senger's fault. He's not in charge of the ID lineup anymore.

[@zarbon700]

Touch buttons are cheaper, so many car manufacturers prefer them in order to increase their profit margins.

[@letsgobrandon416]

I want one, and yes it's a deal breaker. Heck I'm the happy owner of a GTI, and I also will not be upgrading due to no buttons either.

[@bigjoshy3531]

He absolutely nailed it when he said it's "deceptively fast". I'll be driving mine, feeling like I'm just cruising, and I'll look down and see I'm doing 20 over the limit.

[@ericokompatzki7110]

Jokes aside, this and Maverick are the perfect cars for mountain bikers and DIY aficionados

[@johan.mp4]

Can you really fit a bike on those beds? Seems more convenient to just get a bike rack and a regular car.

[@soulsage1984]

You can fit a bike on it with the tailgate down. Just got to tie down your bike well. Or you can fit your bike inside the back if you move the seats up.

[@WKaliberr]

and jews !

[@aaronsuchy8852]

@@johan.mp4 Hang it on the tailgate, like a real mountain biker.

[@drewski1441]

@@johan.mp4 You can in the Maverick but not this. There is a guy who ride dirt bikes for a living and he has the Maverick.

[@ZippyLikesZippers]

This is a fun looking segment. I hope they sell a lot of these things and other manufacturers jump in line to compete.

[@elliotserrano7333]

This thing with an ecu tune will be an absolute sleeper.

[@Pantallideth94]

Wouldn't anything?

[@jakobxr]

Sure but you'd probably void the 100k/10year power train warranty

[@MrCarGuy]

And also wouldn't last very long

[@markmiller3279]

It's quite powerful already. Why mess with it for a meaningless gain, void the warranty, and reduce its lifespan? The tuner crowd has list the plot when they think they should squeeze more horsepower out of vehicles that aren't at all sporty.

[@elliotserrano7333]

@@markmiller3279 sleeeeeeeppppppppppeeeerrrrrrrr

[@js_toyo_club]

I think its incredible that wherever you test drive these vehicles, people actually use their turn signals

[@jbraunger]

I can tell I’m getting old because every time I see a cop running a speed trap I want to pull in next to them and tell them to give a ticket for not using the turn signal instead!

[@Affalterbach1967]

"Room for farm animal in the back" will be included in future Doug scores.

[@cwqrpportable]

I'm not even interested in a Santa Cruz, but like some others, I came here for your presentation style, inteligent fun factor and just sheer enjoyment watching.

[@brokenrobot02]

The most phoned in episode ever….I love it!

[@chooseymomschoose]

Excellent writing; tight editing; keen observations. Came for the savagery; did not expect it to be this funny. They had a good time with this one.

[@jefffaller8474]

I think when you want to have a working relationship with the people that allow you to speak on their behalf of the car they leant to you, exercising verbal restraint is probably a good policy, so they choose their words wisely. The number one thing I liked about Top Gear UK is the way they would blast American cars for their general lack of effort and shortcomings, with the Corvette being their preferred punching bag, and I think it stung alot because C6 and future models got better. How many future Hyundai's do you think they would get if their review was along the lines of "...this thing is too small to live up to anything but marketing hype, like an overland tent on top of a Subaru forester that never leaves the asphalt". Its another overly expensive crossover with an open trunk aimed squarely at the Subaru crowd nothing more, nothing less. A set of BFG all terrain KO2 tires would go a long ways towards some visual ruggedness.

[@apexmarbella]

But of a lurker on this channel until now. Just to say your content and dead-pan delivery is as entertaining as it is informative, absolutely love it. All best wishes from southern Spain. ☀️🏖️🇪🇸

[@MarkRVillano]

I love it. It's just about everything I need and would actually be able to use on a daily basis, while giving me the ability to go places, and get out of situations that my FWD sedan is incapable of dealing with. With only two people to worry about, there's plenty of room, and the bed will allow me to get enough stuff on one single run to the lawn and garden department, which would normally take me four or five trips to accomplish.

[@K9Clyde]

The front grill looks awesome lit up at night. Like a streamlined art deco train.

[@BearingPhMotoring]

Without the piano black plastic, we wouldn't have that epic commentary.

[@Slothy_J]

At this point I'm just watching your reviews for pure entertainment! You could review a toilet brush and I'd watch the hell out of it. Thank you for the great content!

[@sleeksilver]

He reviewed a bidet a couple years ago and that shit was pure gold.

[@sam2920]

The best car reviews I have seen in my life. Amazing stuff always love to see it

[@upsidedownroad]

I love what Honda is doing here. Great third row seating and tianium exhaust. Can't wait to show cheryl.

[@Ecuador006]

Sh-awd is the best in the business

[@jmakhlouf422]

Cheryl’s in the She Shed.

[@drewski1441]

Hyundai..

[@curtbrown554]

I have Santa Cruz Limited and I love it. Great vehicle!

[@Fortuna272]

This is probably one of the best reviews, and I'm getting "Chrysler Pacifica PHEV"-vibes from that review video. Absolutely had my usual stoneface in tears from laughing.

[@tfrogginhfroggin]

Thanks! After a garbage week, I needed the laughs to escape for a few minutes.

[@CP-db4rm]

It seems like a great car for running errands like Costco and picking up dry cleaning. Maybe a good daily depending on your use case.

[@Butts0hboi]

I want a Halo Edition of the Santa Cruz lol

[@BananaChipzzz]

Yes. Dressed up like a warthog. Matte army green. I’d totally buy one 😆

[@SaintMecha]

Don't give Microsoft any ideas, they'll just buy Hyundai-Kia now.

[@Butts0hboi]

@@SaintMecha lol true 😂

[@Parker53151]

Judging by how far behind Ford and Hyundai are with meeting orders for these vehicles, it is safe to say that General Motors has once again totally missed a market.

[@nisfornoble4861]

I just got this Saturday. I'm 31 years old and I dont like all the bells and whistles really but it suits my needs living out in rural. It's fucking really nice tbh. And I got it for 24k.

[@kelvarnsen1749]

This will be a tough sale if the Pontiac Aztek Cross Cabriolet comes out soon

[@Harry-uq9qd]

HAHAHAH I never would have thought I would have seen Mark enjoy driving this more than almost all the other "reasonably priced/everyday" vehicles he's reviewed YTD, good to know

[@Solrac77777]

This is a good opportunity for Subaru to bring back the Baja!!

[@fadd6895]

love the Santa Cruz design .

[@bigmarkdarula]

when is jack creating his own spin off channel for high end sport boats???

[@savagegeese]

He already has one, its paid only content for super elite on 4chan.

[@nickscapellato8248]

I think these look like something Master Chief would drive, and that's awesome. I just wish it had the specs of the frumpy neanderthal Maverick.

[@zhongxina2793]

Hell no, you should be banned from the internet with that comment. At least the maverick resembles a truck which should look rugged. Only a beta male like you would drive this abomination

[@user-ve9tu5rv6e]

@@zhongxina2793 cheer up karen

[@zhongxina2793]

@@user-ve9tu5rv6e good one bro. Yet another ignoramus that regurgitates internet memes. Do you even know who you are?

[@embeaston]

@@zhongxina2793 okay Karen back to bed with you

[@zhongxina2793]

@@embeaston lol mob rule oooo I love it. Come up with something better next time 🙂

[@scott8919]

What Hyundai isn't telling people is that none of the Santa Cruzes they offer to the press are the base 4cyl with torque converter automatic. Apparently they're not proud of those.

[@TGZ32]

Watched I think every Santa Cruz review on youtube and 150% loved every second of this. Real and to the point... and the Mechanical on lift video ! YES ! You've gained a subscriber and fan. Thank you ! Getting my Santa Cruz limited in a few weeks.

[@brandonsever2576]

That interior impressions section was probably the funniest thing I've ever seen on this channel 😂

[@VS666]

this was classic savage geese I love it also this thing is pretty sweet I'm glad we are getting these type of cars again

[@Taverius]

Such adventure, much urbanity, wow. 🧐

[@svn5994]

Live, love, laugh demographic.

[@christosv2291]

Absolutely love these guys. great reviews and humor galore.

[@HeTianHeng]

Not a fan of the current Hyundai headlights but overall this thing looks like an appealing concept. I would definitely drive it!

[@bikebudha01]

I REALLY wanted to buy this truck. Loved everything about it... on paper... Then I saw it in real life. Dam IT IS SMALL. The dealbreaker was the bed. 4' bed just isn't usable. As someone who's owned a truck for the past 20 years - I can say a 4' bed would have eliminated 90% of the trips I made with a 6' bed. And the wheel well arches eat up a good chunk of the tiny bed. - Insult to injury was the price. Comparably spec'd, the Honda Ridgeline is way way way more truck for the 'same' money. You get more room in the front seats. You get more room in the back seats. The back seat storage is 2x bigger/2x more efficient in the Ridgeline. The Ridgeline bed is 12" longer AND 8" WIDER and has NO wheel arch protrusions. And the in-bed trunk is 2x bigger. The interior is also nicer, especially since the Ridgeline has a 'lighter' upper interior color. The Cruz interior, already cramped, is murdered out in all black - and it really feels like you are sitting in a dark cave. Oh, final nail - the Ridgeline has a VOLUME KNOB...

[@ThisGuyRides]

So you compare top SC price with bottome RidgeLynn price? RL is too wide, as wide as F150, and that is why I'm not even considering it besides the higher price.

[@RafaelPernia]

Yeah agree but you should be thinking of this as a "certified pre-owned" option. In a year, this vehicle with, say, 15k miles will be half this price while the ridgeline will be 75 to 80% of its price. An used one from the dealer will retain the long warranty hyundai and kia are known for.

[@RafaelPernia]

@@Slavic_Eagle none are real trucks

[@garbagedayy]

@@RafaelPernia15k miles and a year later this car would still sell for msrp

[@geerstyresoil3136]

good thing it doesn't have 9 front daylight running lights, I draw the line at 8.

[@cinthe3]

One of the best episodes in a while! Thank you so much

[@sortaricanrick]

Did that say "dedciated to Bobby" at the intro?

[@michaelbyrne6515]

Yes it did. I scrolled down the comments to see if anyone else saw the typo first. You did!

[@sortaricanrick]

@@michaelbyrne6515 haha. I'll take the gold star. It very well could be an inside joke though. These guys always do a great job on their videos. Top notch production and great sense of humor.

[@daveh2612]

Bobby ded.

[@colechapman6976]

Subaru really needs to bring back the Baja. There is a cult following, its values have risen, indicating consumer interest, and it's a perfect counterpoint to all those lifestyle trucks that lots of companies are producing. Subaru is the most lifestyle-focused automotive company on Earth and I think all those city people who "love" the outdoors and buy Subarus for that outdoor lifestyle image would be ecstatic to see the Baja come back. It has good proportions, and if Subaru made it a 5-seater I think it would be a sales success

[@richr161]

I think most lifestyle focused company would be jeep. So many are just street crawlers.

[@1g2002541]

A good option for city folks. That bed looks promising for light duty outdoor activities gears. If gas mileage is good, It’s a good option for Tuscan buyers.

[@poultrylord7300]

Love the weirdness when you throw them into the reviews, especially Todd, where's my boy at!?

[@LuxLazar]

The skit in the intro made me spit out my coffee! It’s why I keep coming back!

[@Incomudro1963]

I really like this vehicle. I drive a 2015 MK7 GTI, and had a MK6 GTI before this one. I love the GTI's, but sometimes feel that I'm limited because there are certain things I'd like to do - like put a kayak on the roof and drive down a gravel or dirt road to launch it, or drive into a campground - that I completely avoid doing because I cringe doing so with the GTI. Plus I go fishing - hate to put sandy and salty equipment in the hatch of the GTI, let alone a bring home fish. I could use the utility of a pickup around the yard as well. But I hate trucks. The Santa Cruz would give me the light utility I need (oh yeah, I bike ride too and throw the bike in the hatch of the GTI) without the penalty of truck like ride, handling and looks. It's even got a turbo charged dual clutch like the GTI.

[@romachoz]

Just get 2.0t A4 allroad

[@d2mini]

@@romachoz That's just a longer golf. Does nothing to solve the issues he's talking about. I love wagons and hatchbacks, but this Hyundai does solve a few issues even with those.

[@Incomudro1963]

@@d2mini Thank you.

[@romachoz]

@@d2mini you can easily put allroad on high rubber, like 55/60, with simple suspension mods and flat bottom it will beat this car in performance, awd system, reliability with ea888, and same capacity when you fold seats

[@romachoz]

But ok I get your point I just love all roads

[@Live.drones]

Beautiful shots. Highly questionable opening music

[@marcpacey]

Great informative (and fun) content . Looking forward to the next one.

[@hypnotoad2252]

As a Dad who is driving a 2015 Allroad this thing has gotten my attention. We live in a Beach town and we are constantly going back and forth to the beach with what feels like 6 lb of sand coating all my toddlers shit that we *apparently* need when we are there. I mean I drive an allroad so apparently I'm already an adventurer, maybe why this thing speaks to me. This review may have been the funniest one I've watched by you guys in a long time. Well done keep it up and Mark I'm going to need that skin care routine when you get a second. I'll wait.

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

We’ve all been there Chris, with the shop vac willing those tiny beads of sand from the nice carpet in the back of the car 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️☹️☹️☹️

[@AndrewNation13]

That's a smartass vehicle, easy to see it as a new category, love the thoughtful body design, looks good to protect against salt rust in snowing environments... also the mil-spec looking simple heavy build on the chassis is wicked bulletproof and simple, who don't like that... these will look insane with custom wheels and colorful coil over package...ya it's kind of exciting actually seeing something new that doesn't lick nutz

[@megaxboxx]

-im not an adventurer -both of them only wear patagonia everyday

[@roberthenry9319]

Savagegeese, you are the best car reviewer on the internet. And your videos keep raising the bar for expertise, class, and enjoyment higher and higher. Thank you.

[@admireinspire]

I'm so glad I opened this to show my wife the truck but the true highlight was the tip tapping monologue😂😂😂

[@beastlydookie81]

Hyundai is killing it with their looks. They are creating unique, distinguishable designs that stand out across their brand. 10 years ago i’d never think i’d buy one. But Hyundai and even Genesis are at the top of my list for a new car

[@_Makanko_]

I'd call it a lifestyle truck. They might sell well, I guess. A lot of people seem to "want" a truck so why not get this? The Mav's a bit more like a "tiny" truck. I'd go for the Mav but that's because I don't need/want the lux and pianotouch tech and I wouldn't mind bumping into things as much with it. Nicely done video

[@jefffaller8474]

Yes, a lot of people want a truck, but the reality of 2022 is that you're looking at well upwards of $50G for a new one (routinely approaching $100G), which while not out of reach for alot of people well established in careers, its way out of reach to most in their 20's which is the sweet spot for this vehicle. For reference, in 2004 you could buy a brand new Z71 Silverado with a 5.3L V8, 4x4, 4 doors, with a 6 foot bed for $24G out the door. Now, you get a Santa Cruz for $10-$20G more, which can't anything near what a 2004 actual truck could do. When consumers complain that their getting screwed, this is exactly what their talking about.

[@Cville2347]

Great informative review with just the right amount of humor. Good job guys 👍

[@ashburnian]

You wouldn't believe how fast this thing is. And how nice the driving is. 80 mph feels like 50 mph.

[@stephenhendricks103]

Excellent review, guys. Kudos for noting the performance of the optional 2.5L turbo 4 cylinder engine. At my last count it's standard or available in at least NINE different KIA, Hyundai, and Genesis models and has received universal praise in virtually every application. As far as the Santa Cruz is concerned, I'm reminded of a review I read a more than a year ago of the VW Amarok, a similar vehicle that's popular in Australia. (It's not coincidental, I think, that Australia is a major market for Hyundai, as well.) At the time, I was somewhat puzzled by the appeal of the Amarok. Want a pickup? Buy a truck, I thought. Want a CUV? Get one, I thought. In response to my comment another viewer noted that the Amarok was far more pleasing to drive on Australia's sketchy roads than a traditional pickup. And if you're returning home with a dead deer, putting it in the bed is preferable to sharing the passenger cabin with the corpse. OK, I get it. And I think you're correct that comparisons between the Maverick and the Santa Cruz are misplaced. Ford will sell many, many more Mavericks, especially when fleet sales are taken into account. I have a friend who owns a local construction company and has ordered 4 Hybrid Mavericks to supplement his fleet of eight F-150s. Since his work is mainly local and is limited to the work week, the Maverick is ideal for his needs. On the other hand, I suspect that Hyundai will sell as many Santa Cruz "SAVs" as they can build, virtually all of which will go to individual consumers.

[@AllianaCordova]

So far I've been seeing a lot more Santa Cruz than Mavericks. Fleet sales I could see offsetting that in due time, however. And I live in small town Iowa.

[@elai3147]

can't imagine anyone picking this over the maverick

[@tallll70]

Then widen your imagination, they just told you why

[@jayxj7785]

California people would probably. It's a perfect ladies car.

[@-nightraider-1169]

It looks so much cooler

[@PianoBlackTrimRep.]

Santa Cruz > Maverick

[@Ecuador006]

Ridgeline >>>>||>>> santacruz

[@mikeloncoski5574]

You guys do such a good job.

[@adriandenson2014]

Yaaaasss I’ve been waiting for this !

[@JonMoralesLA]

Test drove this bad boy and it drives great. Tested right after the Ford Maverick and hands down the Santa Cruz is the way to go. It had a higher driving height and felt like driving an SUV. Very peppy and comfortable ride. The Maverick suspension was a bit crashy on Los Angeles roads. And Maverick seats felt a bit tiny and tight to me.

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

I'm sure the Santa Fe will be better for dodging homeless people, considering the roads are basically made of them in Los Angeles.

[@theMLBfan]

I'll take your word for it, but it still looks ridiculous.

[@JonMoralesLA]

I honestly thought it looked ridiculous too up until I test drove it and it won me over. But I ended up going with Santa Fe instead.

[@ralphkeith2905]

@@JonMoralesLA I'm considering the Santa Cruz and Santa Fe/Sorento as well. Curious why you chose the Santa Fe?

[@svn5994]

If I wanted an SUV I'd buy an SUV.

[@AyAy008]

The Santa Cruz looks like a flower; yeah, cauliflower!

[@otmotivealt8522]

I am so thankful for the PT cruiser video introducing me to this channel.

[@lawinsmalltimore]

Hmmmm, our Ridgeline just might need a little sibling....We don't offroad but we tow light trailers, haul mulch, dirty bicycles, camping gear. These "That's not a real truck!" trucks are perfect for us. Fun fact- point the Ridgeline at an apex, give the suspension a moment to settle after your turn-in and then feed the torque vectoring some healthy throttle and it will claw its way to the trackout like some big overgrown rallycross thing. It's pretty amusing. I for one actually would try hooning a Santa Cruz assuming the AWD was up to it. (*nostalgia for the old Subaru 50/50 torque split manual transmission on a snow day*)

[@Ecuador006]

Sh awd is the best in the business

[@muhammadmore]

This car is the equivalent of me sticking the same picture of my face on a t shirt, a hoodie, a hat and a mug, all for the sake of brand identity

[@jayjacobl4667]

i hope they make a full electric version of this. it would fit my lifestyle... and my garage a lot better than other electric pickups out there.

[@jefffaller8474]

This as an EV is exactly what the EV market needs right now, it seems like a no-brainer. The same demographic that would buy this is the same demographic that has shot everything labeled "adventure" through the roof. Furthermore, there looking for an affordable way to cut the damn pump forever without joining the cult of Tesla, (as its often called).

[@misteratoz]

Rivian sort of has you covered if you've got the cash.

[@jayjacobl4667]

​@@misteratoz rivian is huge. just like all the other electric pickups. need something that will actually fit in my garage so i can charge it overnight. don't need a capable offroader, just something i can haul a bunch of stuff from home depot for my weekend home projects, or help a neighbor move something big once in a while.

[@bmillare]

this would slay if its electric and cheaper than base rivian

[@michalklucz6907]

If anytime I will go to your area I will message you and ask for an opportunity to meet you and give you the same fine whisky I almost spit on my keyboard after watching the intro. Thank you, you are moto-youtube-journalism gods and we don't deserve you. Stay safe and have a wonderful weekend. Cheers!

[@savagegeese]

Jack only drinks whiskey that is 40 year aged in teak wood barrels from the summets of Mount McKinley.

[@Joel_stbd]

As always, great video guys. I can always count on you to make me laugh even for the "boring" cars.

[@nirmitshukla2034]

The Hyundai 2.5T is a glorious motor. Love my sonata N line … rocket sled and all ;)

[@chrisgoode1578]

Needs awd

[@derpydestinies]

@@chrisgoode1578 AWD and a manual and I'm in for one.

[@tails300]

@@Mrwaffleandmilk hasn’t been out long enough, come back in five years. Although the DCT was problematic early on.

[@TheBonsaiZone]

Great for that once a week trip to the dump.

[@OneJuanWon]

Here for the piano black - I was not disappointed! Nice looking soft-roader that will be right at home in the Arby's drive-thru.

[@Zoranurai13]

“I don’t want to go to the mountains, I WANT TO GO TO THE MALL” that cracked me up. I still don’t know why so many manufacturers insist on glossy plastic

[@crimsonzorro]

My wife's 2017 Ford Escape with the 2.0 Ecoboost Turbo is awesome, though it has the older six-speed with paddle shifters. It benefits tremendously from warming up, and running for over 30 minutes. I would think that the maverick would perform similarly, even with an 8speed.

[@marcelstanford430]

This is more versatile than cuv's since it has the same comfort, amenities and space but with more options for the rear. With the tonneau cover you can still securely store a lot of stuff plus you have the option of carrying bigger things that a cuv never will. If you're a hockey parent you can keep the stinky hockey back out of the actual passenger compartment. Not as dog friendly is the only downside I can see.

[@trackntrail2869]

The in the shop banter was hilarious. Great job guys

[@tmg06d]

The piano black segment killed me. This is the best auto review channel on YT

[@BoopSnoot]

"If you can get this for $30 to $35K you're going to love this" .... BWAHAHAHAAHAHAHAH!!! Its $41K MSRP, and these are going for $5K over MSRP after haggling.

[@Ecuador006]

Funk hyundai stealerz

[@mynameIan]

As per how all cars became SUVs, this is the beginning of the next trend. All SUVs will get a bed.

[@baronvonjo1929]

I've seen this one car from China. It's literally a mid size CUV with a bed. I mean it literally has a bed added to the rear. Not that the cargo space has been turned into a bed. The bed isn't attached to a wall next to the back seats it's attached to the bumper. It's super weird looking. It's called a Farizon FX

[@B-rad1]

@@baronvonjo1929 Thank you so much for introducing me to this gem of a vehicle. I can't stop laughing at how catastrophic it is.

[@baronvonjo1929]

@@B-rad1 No problem 😊

[@mynameIan]

@@baronvonjo1929 Amazing. If you can dream it, they WILL build it.

[@billm47645]

So Savage! I have a side hustle. I build 3 to 4 houses a year with 2 other partners. I don’t carry any lumber, roofing materials, etc (our trades people bring that or we get deliveries), but I do bring a lot of boxes of lighting, door hardware, cabinet pulls, signage, plumbing and electrical trim, dozens of boxes from Amazon, etc. - this is a perfect vehicle for that. Problem is, I took my wife to look at one. She knows nothing about cars, although she likes going to my BMW dealer with me. She says, this is an SUV with the back cut off. Once she said that, I started to worry about the size of my member. So I’m looking at Raptors now or cargo liners for a BMW X3M Competition.

[@TheHelado36]

I’ve been with used cars for 25 years now, this vehicle is changing my mind !