Hyundai Santa Cruz alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Hyundai Santa Cruz, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

scroll down

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Hyundai Santa Cruz and are good next research steps.

from $27,000

Kia Niro

Price : 27,000 - 35,400 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Power HP : 139 HP
FuelEconomy City : 53 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 45 - 54 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 195 lb-ft
Model : Niro
Modell : LX FWD, EX FWD, EX Touring FWD, SX FWD, SX Touring FWD
Trim Level : LX FWD, EX FWD, EX Touring FWD, SX FWD, SX Touring FWD
Engine Displacement : 1.6 L
Curb weight : 3,071 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 11.1 gal
Length : 174 in.
Width : 71.9 in.
Height : 60 in.
Brand : Kia

details

Quick data check: Kia Niro

considerably more power
only slightly cheaper
substantially more efficient
visibly lighter

from $44,700

Acura RDX

Price : 44,700 - 54,500 $
Body Type : SH-AWD
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 272 HP
FuelEconomy City : 21 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 26 - 27 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 280 lb-ft
Model : RDX
Modell : SH-AWD w/A-Spec Advance Package, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Technology Package, SH-AWD w/A-Spec Package, SH-AWD w/Advance Package
Trim Level : SH-AWD w/A-Spec Advance Package, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Technology Package, SH-AWD w/A-Spec Package, SH-AWD w/Advance Package
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 4,014 - 4,058 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 17.1 gal
Length : 187.4 in.
Width : 74.8 in.
Height : 65 in.
Brand : Acura

details

Quick data check: Acura RDX

considerably cheaper
very slightly more power
barely more efficient
very slightly lighter

from $27,400

Kia Sportage

Price : 27,400 - 38,300 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 187 HP
FuelEconomy City : 23 - 25 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 26 - 33 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 178 lb-ft
Model : Sportage
Modell : LX FWD, EX FWD, SX FWD, SX-Prestige FWD, LX AWD, EX AWD, X-Line AWD, X-Pro AWD, SX-Prestige AWD, X-Pro Prestige AWD
Trim Level : LX FWD, EX FWD, SX FWD, SX-Prestige FWD, LX AWD, EX AWD, X-Line AWD, X-Pro AWD, SX-Prestige AWD, X-Pro Prestige AWD
Engine Displacement : 2.5 L
Fuel tank capacity : 14.3 gal
Length : 183.5 in.
Width : 73.4 in.
Height : 65 - 66 in.
Brand : Kia

details

Quick data check: Kia Sportage

markedly more power
very slightly cheaper
slightly more efficient

from $50,300

Volvo V60 Cross Country

Price : 50,300 - 55,400 $
Body Type : Wagon
Engine Type :
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 247 HP
FuelEconomy City : 24 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 31 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 258 lb-ft
Model : V60 Cross Country
Modell : B5 AWD Plus, B5 AWD Ultra
Trim Level : B5 AWD Plus, B5 AWD Ultra
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 4,122 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 15.9 gal
Length : 188.5 in.
Width : 75.4 in.
Height : 59 in.
Brand : Volvo

details

Quick data check: Volvo V60 Cross Country

considerably cheaper
a bit more power
very slightly lighter
only slightly more efficient

from $47,100

Volvo XC60

Price : 47,100 - 58,100 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type :
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 247 HP
FuelEconomy City : 22 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 28 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 266 lb-ft
Model : XC60
Modell : B5 AWD Core, B5 AWD Plus, B5 AWD Ultra, B5 AWD Ultra Black Edition
Trim Level : B5 AWD Core, B5 AWD Plus, B5 AWD Ultra, B5 AWD Ultra Black Edition
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 4,162 - 4,216 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 18.8 gal
Length : 185.4 in.
Width : 78.7 in.
Height : 65 in.
Brand : Volvo

details

Quick data check: Volvo XC60

substantially cheaper
slightly more power
moderately lighter

$127,200

BMW X5 M

Price : 127,200 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type :
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 617 HP
FuelEconomy City : 13 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 18 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 553 lb-ft
Model : X5 M
Modell : Competition AWD
Trim Level : Competition AWD
Engine Displacement : 4.4 L
Curb weight : 5,455 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 21.9 gal
Length : 195 in.
Width : 79.3 in.
Height : 68 in.
Brand : BMW

details

Quick data check: BMW X5 M

substantially cheaper
clearly more efficient
considerably lighter
considerably more power

Direct comparisons

These comparison pages show the Hyundai Santa Cruz head-to-head against similar models.

Volvo V60 Cross Country

Further pages

DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. Prices shown are manufacturer suggested retail prices (MSRP). Taxes, registration fees and dealer charges are not included.