2023 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

The Honda Ridgeline is no stranger on both worksites and off-road playgrounds. But how does it compare to a new class like Hyundai’s Sport Adventure Vehicle, the Santa Cruz, where it’s a blend of SUV and truck features? While Santa Cruz earns some props for stepping outside of the box, it ultimately falls short when it comes to performance and the bed trunk dimensions. Let’s dive into further details in the following 2023 Honda Ridgeline vs. Hyundai Santa Cruz comparison to see what we mean!

Ridgeline vs. Santa Cruz – Power

When you’re venturing out off the roads, you will need as much power as you can to go on your adventures without any hiccups. The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz delivers decent specs, like 191 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque, with its standard 2.5L inline 4-cylinder engine. However, the 2023 Honda Ridgeline shows the rookie how it’s done right by churning out almost 100 more horsepower and torque, bringing the standard specs to 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Its standard engine also has a higher liter capacity:

2023 Honda Ridgeline Standard Power:

• 3.5L V6 engine
• 280 hp
• 262 lb-ft of torque

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Standard Power:

• 2.5L Inline 4-cylinder engine
• 191 hp
• 181 lb-ft of torque

Plus, with these specs, you will easily side with the new Ridgeline if you’re after a pickup for both work and play in Houston!

Ridgeline vs. Santa Cruz – Truck Bed Space

Some folks classify the Santa Cruz as a pickup because of the open space in the rear end. So it’s only fair to compare the truck bed spaces if we want to treat the Hyundai SAV as a true pickup. With the 2023 Ridgeline, you can fit more items thanks to a larger truck bed. Specifically, its truck bed length is 64.0 inches while Santa Cruz’s is only 52.1 inches. For the cargo volume, the Ridgeline has 5 more cubic feet than the Santa Cruz’s! Not to mention, the Honda truck bed also features the industry-first dual-action tailgate, so you can lower the tailgate like usual or swing it open like a door, whichever you prefer in Spring.

Go Home as a Winner with the New Ridgeline

In the end, the Honda Ridgeline wins in these classic truck categories. Whether you need a vehicle for fun, labor, or both in Conroe, you can’t go wrong with the Ridgeline! Browse our offers today and be sure to reach out to us to set up a test drive in Kingwood.