Hyundai SANTA CRUZ vs. Subaru Baja
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ and Subaru Baja contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ and the Subaru Baja.
In comparing the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ's and the Subaru Baja's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Subaru Baja has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ's and the Subaru Baja's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ is a better car than the Subaru Baja.
Pricing: A used 2024 Hyundai SANTA CRUZ ranges from $27,998 to $41,877 while a used 2006 Subaru Baja is priced between $5,990 to $19,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Subaru Baja base engine makes 165 horsepower. The SANTA CRUZ is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. The Baja is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 416 miles. This gives the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Subaru Baja. The SANTA CRUZ uses regular unleaded, and the Baja uses gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the Hyundai SANTA CRUZ and the Subaru Baja are available in Crew Cab configuration. The Hyundai SANTA CRUZ offers a bed length of 52.1 inches, and the Subaru Baja offers a bed length of 41.5 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Hyundai SANTA CRUZ has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$29,097 - $43,293
Starting MSRP:
$26,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Pickup Trucks)
$25,358
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Pickup Trucks)
$23,815 - $26,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,120
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,717
Price Range:
$27,998 - $41,877
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Pickup Trucks)
$34,179
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Pickup Trucks)
$33,640 - $34,717
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3,430
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
2,383
# Good or Great Deals:
414
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,989
Price Range:
$5,990 - $19,995
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
142,637
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Hyundai SANTA CRUZ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru Baja Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai SANTA CRUZ
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Subaru Baja
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Pickup Trucks)
8.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Pickup Trucks)
2.4 - 15.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
11.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Hyundai SANTA CRUZ Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
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2 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 2Subaru Baja Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
52.1 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
41.5 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai SANTA CRUZ Trim Levels
Limited, Night, SE, SEL, XRT
Subaru Baja Trim Levels
Sport, Turbo
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1701 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
165 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
166 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2400 lbs
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
389 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 416 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3755 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
195.7 inches
Wheelbase:
118.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3610 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
65.1 inches
Length:
193.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R16
Exterior Colors
Beige
California Sand Metallic
Black
Phantom Black Pearl
Blue
Blue Stone Pearl
Gray
Hampton Gray Metallic / Sage Gray Pearl
White
Atlas White
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Obsidian Black Pearl
Blue
Atlantic Blue Pearl
Gray
Not available
White
Not available
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Not available
