Are you looking for the perfect pickup that blends power, comfort, and style? The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz and 2025 GMC Canyon each bring something unique to the table. Whether you're looking to cruise city streets or tackle off-road trails, these trucks have what you need. Let’s break it down and find out which one suits you best!
When it comes to interiors, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz stands out with its modern and sophisticated cabin design, offering a stylish yet functional space for both you and your passengers. Standard cloth upholstery provides comfort, and you can upgrade to synthetic or genuine leather in higher trims for an even more luxurious feel. The front seats are spacious, giving you plenty of room to relax, and the overall layout strikes a perfect balance between comfort and practicality. Plus, with thoughtful touches like underfloor storage, the Santa Cruz is built to maximize convenience and utility for your daily adventures.
While the GMC Canyon does offer a comfortable interior, it falls short in comparison. It comes with soft cloth upholstery as standard, with leather options available in higher trims. The Crew Cab configuration seats five, but rear seat space can feel tight, especially for taller passengers. It works fine for families with younger kids or quick trips, but for those seeking a more spacious and versatile cabin, the Santa Cruz takes the lead.
Rows: 2
Max Seating: 5
Max Cargo Capacity: 74.8 inches (with tailgate down)
Upholstery Options: Cloth (Standard), Synthetic Leather (Optional)
Rows: 2
Max Seating: 5
Max Cargo Capacity: 41.9 cubic feet
Upholstery Options: Cloth (Standard), Leather Options (Optional)
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz offers a sleek, modern design that combines the best of both worlds: a truck's capability with an SUV's stylish charm. Its clean lines and bold front grille make it stand out from the crowd, while the narrow LED headlights and smooth body shape give it an aerodynamic edge that's perfect for city driving. The Santa Cruz is as practical as it is attractive, with standard roof rails for added versatility and a power-operated tailgate that makes loading and unloading a breeze. It's a truck that's designed to fit seamlessly into your urban lifestyle without sacrificing any of the functionality you need.
While the GMC Canyon does have a rugged appearance, its design focuses more on a tough, off-road-ready look. The bold grille and aggressive headlights scream "adventure," but the overall stance is more about heavy-duty functionality than sleek design. Its angular body and larger wheels are made for durability, but if you're looking for something that balances style with substance and ease of driving, the Santa Cruz delivers a more refined, versatile experience.
Design: Aerodynamic, sleek, SUV-inspired
Practical Features: Roof rails, compact truck bed with lockable storage
Paint Options: Exclusive colors like Blue Stone & Sage Gray
Design: Bold, rugged, off-road ready
Practical Features: MultiPro tailgate, functional roof rails
Paint Options: Striking colors like Volcanic Red & Summit White
When it comes to performance, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz stands out as the perfect blend of power and versatility, designed to tackle both city streets and light off-roading with ease. The Santa Cruz shines with its all-wheel drive and customizable drive modes, ensuring smooth handling on a variety of terrains. Whether you're navigating urban roads or heading out on weekend adventures, this pickup is built to deliver excellent performance without the bulk of a traditional truck.
While the 2025 GMC Canyon has a turbocharged engine and more horsepower, it’s more focused on heavy-duty tasks and off-road capability. The Canyon may offer up to 310 horsepower in higher trims, but the Santa Cruz holds its ground with a more compact, city-friendly design that doesn’t compromise on power or efficiency. For those who want a pickup that’s just as adept at daily driving as it is on light trails, the Santa Cruz is the smarter choice, offering the right balance of performance and practicality.
Max Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds
Base Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 191
Torque: 181 lb-ft
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Max Towing Capacity: 7,000 pounds
Base Engine: 2.7-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 310
Torque: 430 lb-ft
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz takes the lead when it comes to technology, offering a modern and intuitive user experience. With a 10.25-inch touchscreen and a digital instrument cluster, it provides a sleek, easy-to-navigate interface that enhances your driving experience. The Hyundai Digital Key system makes access simple, while seamless integration of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ ensures you stay connected wherever you go. It's a tech-savvy truck designed to keep you effortlessly in touch with everything that matters while on the road.
While the GMC Canyon offers some solid features like an 8-inch touchscreen with available Google Assistant integration, it feels a bit more traditional compared to the Santa Cruz. Though it delivers the basic connectivity you need, it doesn’t match the level of sophistication and ease that the Santa Cruz brings. If you want a truck that’s not only practical but also packed with cutting-edge technology, the Santa Cruz is the obvious choice.
Infotainment Screen: 12.3-inch touchscreen
Audio System: Bose® premium sound system
Smart Features: Hyundai Digital Key, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™
Infotainment Screen: 11.3-inch touchscreen
Audio System: 7-speaker Bose® sound system
Smart Features: Google Assistant integration, Bluetooth® hands-free calling
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz is designed with your safety in mind, offering a comprehensive suite of standard safety features to help keep you confident on the road. It comes equipped with forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring right from the start, giving you the peace of mind you deserve. For even greater protection, the Santa Cruz also offers advanced features like highway driving assistance and safe exit assistance, which provide extra layers of safety during your daily drive and long trips alike.
The 2025 GMC Canyon does include some solid safety features like forward collision alert, lane-keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking. However, the Santa Cruz offers more robust standard features and additional safety options that elevate its overall protection. Whether you're navigating city traffic or cruising on highways, the Santa Cruz ensures you're always one step ahead in terms of safety, making it the smarter, more secure choice for peace of mind behind the wheel.
Standard Features: Blind-spot monitoring, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning
Advanced Features: Highway Driving Assistance, Safe Exit Assistance, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard Features: Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keeping Assist, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
Advanced Features: GM Trailering App, Rearview Camera
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz is ideal for those who want a stylish, efficient truck that handles both city life and light off-roading with ease. It’s perfect for urban adventurers who need versatility and great tech features.
On the flip side, the 2025 GMC Canyon is built for those who need a rugged, heavy-duty truck that’s ready for the toughest terrains and towing challenges. Whether you’re hauling gear or taking on serious off-road trails, the Canyon has the power and durability you need.
At Gettel Hyundai of Lakewood, we’re here to help you choose the truck that fits your lifestyle. Stop by today, and let’s find the perfect ride for your next adventure!
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