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Now the compact truck segment never really gained traction in America until recent entrants like the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz hit the scene. We first saw a swanky futuristic Santa Cruz pickup concept back in 2015. Last year, the Korean automaker finally turned that vision into reality with the all-new 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz.
These models are primarily targeted at the urban commuter who’s looking for some degree of versatility from their daily driver. While they might not have the capabilities of a full-on pickup, these lifestyle trucks offer much more capability than your average family SUV.
The Hyundai Santa Cruz is particularly unusual due to its short yet functional bed and compact unibody frame. The Sports Adventure Vehicle, or SAV as Hyundai likes to refer to the Santa Cruz, is not really a traditional pickup. Instead, you can think of it as a regular crossover during the week and an urban lifestyle vehicle for the weekend.
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