The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT is a compact pickup truck that was first unveiled at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show. It is based on the Hyundai Tucson SUV and features a unibody construction with a pickup bed. The XRT trim is the most off-road-oriented model in the Santa Cruz lineup and comes with standard features such as all-wheel drive, a lifted suspension, and skid plates.
The Santa Cruz XRT is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 190 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The XRT has a maximum payload capacity of 1,750 pounds and a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.