Used 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz for Sale nearRaleigh, NC

How much does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz cost?

Prices have softened 8.23% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,674 listings available, which suggests you should have a workable range of choices.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz a good car?

Generally — 4.25/5 from owners and 7.83/10 from our experts. The standout strength is Look and feel at 9/10.

The 2024 Santa Cruz stands out because it blends pickup utility with a compact, quirky personality. It gives you plenty of utility for its size, a peppy powertrain, and a stylish design, so it fits well if you want something different without giving up everyday usefulness.

The main trade-offs are a cramped back seat and poor fuel economy. Those drawbacks matter most if you regularly carry rear passengers or prioritize efficiency over character.

Good and great deals account for 33.1% of listings, so there’s still meaningful room to shop carefully.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz reliable?

Owners rate it 4.25/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Santa Cruz’s appeal is reinforced by its strong warranty coverage and three years or 36,000 miles of free maintenance. Its powertrain is described as peppy, smooth-shifting, and well suited to everyday driving, which supports confidence in how it should feel over time.

Hyundai also backs it with a five-year/60,000-mile new vehicle warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. For used buyers, that combination helps reduce ownership anxiety, though you should still verify service history and condition because fuel economy and packaging compromises can affect how satisfied you feel day to day.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one that may have seen rough use. Focus on overall condition, because this model’s appeal depends heavily on how well it balances utility, comfort, and everyday drivability.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The SE, SEL, Night, XRT, and Limited trims differ most in equipment and polish. The base SE is the most stripped-down, while the upper trims add more convenience and a more upscale feel.
• Powertrain: Lower trims use a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque, while the turbocharged setup raises output to 282 hp and 311 lb-ft. The standard engine may feel underpowered, so the turbo is the better fit if you want stronger passing power.
• Safety package: All trims get forward collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, blind-spot collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane-keep assist, lane-following assist, safe exit warning, and rear occupant alert. XRT and above add adaptive cruise control and forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian-, cyclist-, and junction-turning detection.
• Infotainment: SE and SEL trims use an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Upper trims get a 10.25-inch display, but smartphone compatibility is wired only.
• Fuel efficiency: The AWD tester returned 19 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined, and averaged 23.3 miles per gallon over 589 miles.

Which 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz trim should I buy?

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz is offered in 5 trim levels: SE, SEL, Night, XRT, Limited.

Here's the short version:

• SE: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core Santa Cruz formula at the lowest price. It makes sense if you want the truck’s style and utility without paying for extras, but it is the least equipped choice.
• SEL: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds useful everyday equipment while keeping the Santa Cruz relatively accessible. It also gets the 8-inch touchscreen with wireless smartphone integration, which is a practical upgrade over the upper trims’ wired-only setup.
• Night: Choose this if you want a darker appearance and a more distinctive look without jumping all the way to the top of the range. It sits above the SEL and adds more visual flair.
• XRT: This is the trim to target if you want the more adventure-oriented setup. It adds adaptive cruise control and more advanced forward-collision avoidance features, making it the first trim with that expanded safety package.
• Limited: This is the most fully equipped version, and it suits you if you want the most comfort and convenience features. It also gets Hyundai’s Highway Drive Assist and the blind-spot view monitor.

All trims get a strong standard safety suite, while XRT and above add the expanded driver-assistance features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,674 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.23% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 90.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $26,986, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz's resale value?

The current average of $26,986 sits slightly below last year's $29,405.

That softer pricing suggests the market has become more favorable for buyers, which can make it harder for a future seller to command a premium unless the truck is especially clean or well equipped. If you buy at the right price now, you may have less depreciation pressure than someone who paid closer to last year’s average.

The Santa Cruz’s distinctive styling and strong utility help it stand out, which can support demand when you eventually sell. Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.25/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz safe?

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz earns five-star ratings in front crash and four-star ratings in rollover from NHTSA.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Hyundai offers a pretty comprehensive set of advanced driver-assistance systems. All trims get forward collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, blind-spot collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane-keep assist, lane-following assist, safe exit warning and rear occupant alert. XRT trim and above adds adaptive cruise control and forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian-, cyclist- and junction-turning detection.

Hyundai’s Highway Drive Assist pairs adaptive cruise control and lane-centering on the Limited trim, and the blind-spot view monitor is another useful feature there. The main caveat is that the system is hands-on and eyes-up, so it still requires your attention at all times.

Should I buy a 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.23% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.25/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It blends pickup utility with a compact, quirky personality.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $29,784, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $26,986 average.
• It adds new tech, styling updates, and off-roading enhancements.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2024 is the smarter buy because prices are softer and inventory is healthy. If you’re willing to spend more for the newer model’s updates, the 2025 is the better path; otherwise, the 2024 gives you the core Santa Cruz experience for less.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.