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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz
Exterior color Phantom Black 5 available

2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz Deliveries on Long Island

Real Hyundai Santa Cruz lease customers across Nassau County and Suffolk County, New York City, New Jersey and Connecticut — photographed on their own driveways, not in a showroom.

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At a glance

Seats 5
Drivetrain FWD
MPG 22 / 30
Engine 2.5L I4
Transmission Automatic
Fuel Unleaded

Full specifications

Powertrain

Engine
2.5L I4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Unleaded
MPG city / highway
22 / 30
MPG combined
25

Dimensions

Length
195.7 in
Width
75 in
Height
66.9 in
Gross weight rating
5,610 lbs

Capacity and price

Seating
5
Doors
4
Base MSRP
$31,150

Specifications describe a representative build of this model and vary by trim and options. Your exact configuration is confirmed in writing before delivery.

Vehicle Overview

The Hyundai Santa Cruz blends the stance and utility of a pickup with the comfort and manners of a crossover, which is exactly why it draws in drivers who want an open bed without giving up a refined daily commute. Someone leasing this truck is usually cross-shopping small SUVs as much as traditional pickups, and wants a shorter commitment on a vehicle segment that is still evolving. It suits city dwellers who need occasional hauling capability but don't want to compromise on ride quality or cabin comfort to get it.

Why lease the Hyundai Santa Cruz

Leasing the Hyundai Santa Cruz means paying for the portion of the vehicle's value used up during the term, not the full sticker price, which keeps monthly payments lower than financing the same truck outright. Because the Santa Cruz sits in a newer, fast-changing corner of the market, a lease lets a driver enjoy the current generation's cabin, tech and equipment without absorbing the depreciation risk that comes with owning a vehicle in a segment still finding its footing. When the term ends, the choice is simple: hand back the keys and move into whatever the Santa Cruz has become by then, or step into something else entirely, with no resale hassle and no guesswork about what the truck will be worth down the line.

Meet the Hyundai Santa Cruz

Under the hood sits a 2.5L I4 engine, paired with an automatic transmission that includes a manual shift mode and sends power to the front wheels. It runs on regular unleaded fuel and returns an EPA estimate of 22 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway, for a combined 25 mpg, figures that reflect the efficiency of pairing a smaller engine with front-wheel drive rather than chasing outright power. The Santa Cruz seats five across four doors, and because it rides on a unibody platform shared with Hyundai's SUV lineup rather than a heavy-duty truck frame, the cabin sits noticeably closer to a crossover than a traditional pickup. Traditional small pickups have heavy-duty frames that rob cabin space, while the Santa Cruz combines an SUV-high ride height with passenger-car comfort. Unlike most trucks, it's built on a unibody platform, giving it a smooth, SUV-like ride. That translates into a driving experience with responsive steering and a suspension tuned for everyday comfort, so it feels planted on curves rather than trucky and stiff. The cabin is also well-insulated from road and wind noise, making it a quiet and relaxing place to spend time, whether you're on your daily commute or road-tripping. Outside, the Santa Cruz measures 195.7 inches long, 75 inches wide, and 66.9 inches tall, dimensions that keep it easy to park and maneuver without feeling cramped on the road. This example carries a well-equipped mix of comfort and convenience features throughout the cabin and bed.

  • Advanced headlight control
  • Keyless start and remote start
  • Smart key access
  • Remote HVAC control
  • Upgraded paint finish
  • Upgraded tire type
  • Pickup bed liner
  • Short pickup bed
  • Heated door mirrors
  • Premium wheels
  • Upgraded wheel size
  • Premium speakers
  • Satellite radio
  • Bluetooth connectivity

How the Hyundai Santa Cruz compares

The most direct rival is the Ford Maverick, the other small unibody pickup built off a crossover platform rather than a traditional truck frame. The Maverick, with robust towing and hauling limits, plus its bouncy ride and barren interior, is a more conventional pickup, while the Santa Cruz is classier and more comfortable, more SUV than truck, and can tow more than the Ford, but it lacks the heavy hauling strength. A step up in size, the Honda Ridgeline is also cross-shopped by buyers who want more interior room. The Ridgeline builds off the Honda Pilot and has an even roomier crew cab than the Santa Cruz, a comfy crossover-like ride, and some neat tricks such as a hidden storage compartment with a drain plug that doubles as a cooler. Choosing between them typically comes down to whether a driver wants the Santa Cruz's tighter footprint and refined cabin or the extra passenger space the larger Ridgeline provides.

Lease your Hyundai Santa Cruz today

The Hyundai Santa Cruz offers a rare combination for this segment: pickup-bed practicality wrapped in a comfortable, quiet, easy-to-drive package. Leasing puts that combination within reach without the long-term commitment of ownership, letting a driver enjoy this well-equipped example now and reassess when the term is up.

Hyundai Santa Cruz lease deals across Long Island, New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania

Browse every Hyundai lease deal we're quoting, or compare Trucks lease deals across every brand — without one dealership's limits.

A single showroom can only offer you what happens to be sitting on its lot that day. We work with a large network of dealers across the region, so Hyundai Santa Cruz lease deals aren't limited to one store's inventory or one salesperson's mood. That network is also where the savings come from. Dealers compete for our volume and offer markdowns they don't advertise on their own showroom floor, and we pass those on to you — with a real quote back the same business day.

$0 Down Hyundai Santa Cruz Lease

A $0 down Hyundai Santa Cruz lease means exactly that: no down payment required to get the deal signed. It's one of the most-asked-about parts of any Hyundai Santa Cruz lease price, and yes, it's available. $0 down covers the down payment only. First month's payment, the acquisition fee, DMV and registration fees, and applicable sales tax are still due at signing, and we'll walk you through that total before you agree to anything.

Flexible Terms and Mileage

Lease a Hyundai Santa Cruz on a term that fits how long you actually want it, anywhere from 24 to 39 months. Shorter terms suit drivers who like to change vehicles often; longer terms lock in a lower payment for longer. Mileage allowances run from 7,500 to 15,000 miles a year. Whether you're a light commuter or you cover serious ground, we quote the allowance that matches your driving instead of forcing you into a default number.

Any Hyundai Santa Cruz, Sourced to Your Exact Build

Looking for a specific trim, color, or package on your Hyundai Santa Cruz? We search across our entire dealer network rather than one lot, which means the exact build you want is very likely already sitting somewhere in inventory. If it isn't nearby, that's not a problem — we'll locate it out of state and arrange the transport. You get the Hyundai Santa Cruz you actually asked for, not the closest match a single dealership had on hand.

Trade-In and Lease Return, Handled at Delivery

Trading in a car or closing out an existing lease shouldn't mean a separate trip. We appraise your trade-in and collect your outgoing lease return on the same visit we deliver your new Hyundai Santa Cruz. One appointment, two things handled. It's built to make swapping into your new lease as simple as signing the paperwork.

Hyundai Santa Cruz Delivery Across Long Island, New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania

We're based in Ronkonkoma, New York, on Long Island, with Suffolk County and Nassau County as our home turf. From there, we deliver your new Hyundai Santa Cruz directly to your home or office throughout Long Island, New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Live further out? We arrange transport nationwide, so location never has to limit which Hyundai Santa Cruz you lease.

Get Your Hyundai Santa Cruz Lease Price Today

Getting a Hyundai Santa Cruz lease price started takes a few minutes, and we'll have real numbers back to you the same business day. No guesswork, no waiting around for a callback. Nothing moves forward until you say so — your information doesn't go to a lender until you tell us to proceed. Submit the form and see what leasing a Hyundai Santa Cruz actually costs.

Get a Santa Cruz lease quote

Request a Hyundai Santa Cruz lease quote, see how leasing through a broker works, or call 631.810.CARS.

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Vehicle specifications, features, equipment, dimensions, fuel economy and range figures, safety ratings, warranty terms, option pricing, descriptive text and images shown on this page are compiled from third-party data providers, manufacturer information and other sources, and are provided for general informational purposes only. They describe a representative example of the model and vary by trim, options, production date and configuration. While Regal Motorcars Inc. makes every reasonable effort to ensure this information is accurate and current, we do not warrant that it is complete, correct or free from error or omission, and we accept no liability for any reliance placed upon it. Nothing on this page forms part of any agreement. The specification, equipment and condition of the vehicle you lease are confirmed with you in writing before delivery, and you should verify any detail that matters to your decision with us directly before entering into a lease.

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