If you’ve been hunting for a vehicle that drives like a Hyundai SUV but has an open bed when you need one, the new Hyundai Santa Cruz is built for exactly that. At Ray Skillman Southside Hyundai, we keep a strong selection of Santa Cruz trims on the lot so you can match the right engine, drivetrain, and feature set to how you actually live.
From quick grocery runs to weekend trips out to the lake, the Santa Cruz handles the kind of mixed driving Indiana families actually do. We’re happy to walk you through every trim and pull a few side-by-side in our showroom so you can feel the difference for yourself.
The SE, SEL, and SEL Activity come with a 2.5L naturally aspirated four-cylinder rated at 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic. EPA estimates land at 22/30 mpg city/highway with front-wheel drive and 21/29 with the available HTRAC AWD, which is plenty of efficiency for daily commutes and longer drives across central Indiana.
Step up to the XRT or Limited and the Santa Cruz swaps in a 2.5L turbocharged four putting out 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, with HTRAC AWD standard. The turbo also unlocks the truck’s full 5,000-pound tow rating, enough to pull a small boat or a single-axle utility trailer. For 2026, that turbo now runs through a traditional torque-converter 8-speed automatic, which gives smoother low-speed shifts than the previous setup. With 8.6 inches of ground clearance, it handles winter ruts and gravel back roads without drama.
A 12.3-inch touchscreen is standard on every Santa Cruz, with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto so you can drop your phone in the available wireless charging pad and forget about cables. Bluelink+ comes included at no extra cost, which means you can remote start the truck from your kitchen on a frosty January morning before you even grab your coffee.
Step up to the SEL Activity or higher and you’ll get a panoramic curved display that pairs the touchscreen with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. The XRT and Limited add built-in navigation, a 360-degree Surround View Monitor, and Hyundai’s Highway Driving Assist for less stress on long stretches of I-65 or I-70. The Limited tops it off with a Bose premium audio system, ventilated front seats, and ambient cabin lighting.
The new Santa Cruz earned a 2025 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK and carries a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSA. Every trim includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, and Driver Attention Warning. The XRT and Limited add an upgraded Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with cyclist and junction-turn detection, plus a Blind-Spot View Monitor that pipes a live camera feed straight into the gauge cluster when you signal.
If you’ve been searching for a Hyundai Santa Cruz near me in Indianapolis, IN, our store on US-31 is an easy stop. We stock a wide range of new Hyundai Santa Cruz trims, including XRT and Limited builds with the turbocharged engine, plus more budget-friendly SE and SEL models. Schedule a test drive online, and we’ll have a truck cleaned, fueled, and ready when you arrive. Prefer to start at home? Use our online tools to value your trade and explore payment estimates before you visit.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Engine | Drivetrain | Standout Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $29,750 | 2.5L NA, 191 hp | FWD (AWD +$1,500) | 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, 18-inch wheels, full safety suite |
| SEL | $31,400 | 2.5L NA, 191 hp | FWD (AWD +$1,500) | Heated front seats, dual-zone climate, power driver’s seat, synthetic leather, roof rails |
| SEL Activity | $34,450 | 2.5L NA, 191 hp | FWD (AWD +$1,500) | Integrated tonneau cover, 115V bed outlet, wireless charging, panoramic curved display |
| XRT | $41,350 | 2.5L Turbo, 281 hp | HTRAC AWD standard | All-terrain tires, Terrain Mode Select, navigation, 360-degree camera, Highway Driving Assist |
| Limited | $43,700 | 2.5L Turbo, 281 hp | HTRAC AWD standard | Leather seating, ventilated front seats, Bose audio, 20-inch wheels, heated steering wheel |
Pricing excludes the $1,600 destination charge, taxes, title, and license. The turbo engine and 5,000-pound tow rating are exclusive to the XRT and Limited.
We’ve been part of the Ray Skillman Auto Group since 1992, and the group itself goes back to 1979 when Ray opened his first store on South US-31. That’s a lot of years building relationships with Hyundai owners across central Indiana, and we don’t take that trust lightly. Our team works with more than 40 lenders, plus an in-house Lease Here Pay Here program, so we can usually find a path forward for buyers in just about any credit situation.
Once you drive your Santa Cruz home, our certified service technicians are here for everything from your first oil change to long-term maintenance. We stock genuine Hyundai parts, offer complimentary brake inspections, and service all makes and models if you’ve got another vehicle in the driveway. When you’re ready to shop for a new Hyundai Santa Cruz, stop by Ray Skillman Southside Hyundai or schedule a test drive online and let us show you why so many of our neighbors keep coming back.
The new Hyundai Santa Cruz starts at $29,750 MSRP for the SE trim and reaches $43,700 for the fully loaded Limited. Pricing climbs through the SEL, SEL Activity, and XRT trims in between, with AWD available on the three lower trims for an additional $1,500. Stop by Ray Skillman Southside Hyundai to see current offers in person.
The 5,000-pound tow rating is unlocked by the 2.5L turbocharged engine, which comes standard on the XRT and Limited trims. The naturally aspirated SE, SEL, and SEL Activity trims are rated to tow up to 3,500 pounds. That makes the turbo trims a smart pick for owners hauling a small boat, side-by-side, or pop-up camper out to the lake.
Central Indiana winters bring a mix of snow, sleet, and slick mornings, so HTRAC AWD is a popular upgrade. The system sends power to whichever wheels have grip, which helps on icy on-ramps and snow-covered side streets. AWD is optional on the SE, SEL, and SEL Activity and standard on the XRT and Limited.
You can shop the new Hyundai Santa Cruz at Ray Skillman Southside Hyundai, right on US-31. Our team keeps a strong selection of trims and configurations on the lot, and we make it easy to schedule a test drive online. We also have two sister Hyundai stores in central Indiana if you’d like to compare what’s on each lot.
Yes. Every Santa Cruz comes standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto on a 12.3-inch touchscreen. Bluelink+ connected services, including remote start and remote lock or unlock, are also included at no extra cost, which is handy on cold mornings.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Following Assist, and Driver Attention Warning are all standard. The Santa Cruz also earned a 2025 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK and a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSA, which our customers consistently tell us is a deciding factor.
The Santa Cruz bed measures about 4 feet long with 27 cubic feet of open cargo room, plus a lockable, drainable underfloor storage bin for gear you’d rather keep out of sight. An integrated tonneau cover is available starting with the SEL Activity, giving you weather protection and security for laptops, fishing gear, or weekend bags.
