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Electric Ford Maverick vs. Santa Cruz
2022 FORD MAVERICK VS 2022 HYUNDAI SANTA CRUZ
When it comes to buying a small truck, there can be so many options to choose from that it can feel overwhelming at times. You want to be sure that you’re buying the best small truck to fit your needs. At Essential Ford of Stuart, we are here to help you find the best small truck that ensures you get the highest quality and value for your investment.
As you’ve been searching, you’ve for sure come across the 2022 Ford Maverick and the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, and both of these trucks are versatile, crossover-based vehicles that give you an open bed and more taste for adventure than you may think at first sight. Your friendly team at Essential Ford of Stuart has combined this comprehensive comparison to help as you’re searching for your next vehicle.
Power & Towing
The Ford Maverick offers all the towing power you’ve come to trust with a Ford and backed it up with their 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that puts out an impressive 191 horsepower. In addition, the new Maverick touts a whopping 4,000 pounds towing capacity, which for a smaller truck packs quite a punch.
However, the Hyundai Santa Cruz doesn’t have the same towing capacity, with a maximum tow rating of 3,500 pounds for their standard model. With a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine as well under the hood, Hyundai has yet to release the horsepower for their model. Which always makes things curious.
Cabin Features
While both cabins have room for five adults, the Ford is relatively larger for space and roominess inside when put to the test. With Ford’s entertainment system and high-quality speakers, you can feel right at home inside the new Maverick. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto built-in provide all the music and features you could ever need inside the spacious cabin.
The Santa Cruz feels a bit more cramped inside and not as comfortable laid out as the Ford Maverick. Many features and technology come standard in the Hyundai, such as the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but they require an upgrade cost for the higher-end sound systems and speakers.
Cargo Room
The 2022 Maverick has a bed length of 4.5 feet with a max payload of 1,500 pounds. So no matter what you need to haul, from helping a friend move to taking a load of junk to the scrap yard, you’d be surprised just how well your Maverick can hold up when put to the test.
However, the Santa Cruz has a .5 foot shorter bed length than the Maverick, so what fits in one won’t fit inside the bed of the Santa Cruz. They attempt to make up for that lack of length with a higher payload of 1,748 pounds, but it just doesn’t cut it when tackling the same hauls.
Test Drive a 2022 Ford Maverick today at Essential Ford of Stuart!
If you match up these two small trucks, there’s only one clear winner between them. And if you’ve been driving on the busy roads and highways of Stuart, there’s no doubt the new Ford Maverick has caught your eye! Schedule your Ford Maverick test drive today and discover the power, torque, and hauling capabilities for yourself today!