Maverick starts $6,399 lower. Maverick wins efficiency by 1.0 L/100 km. Maverick gives you 179 L more cargo room. Santa Cruz reaches 5 core tracked features at the top trim. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
Interactive trim explorer
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Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
$41,999
Preferred AWD
$35,600
XL
$46,666
3 tracked trims
$42,060
5 tracked trims
| Metric | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Ford Maverick | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $41,999 Preferred AWD | $35,600 XL | $6,399 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $46,666 3 tracked trims | $42,060 5 tracked trims | $4,606 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 10.4 L/100 km XRT | 9.4 L/100 km XL | 1.0 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 764 L Best published cargo figure | 943 L Best published cargo figure | 179 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | 2,268 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | 907 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | 1,361 kg more |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 4 features XRT at $47,499 | 1 feature Lobo™ at $41,900 | +3 features |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 5 features Ultimate AWD at $50,499 | 3 features XL at $35,600 | +2 features |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: IIHS n/a · NHTSA n/a and 5 yr / 100,000 km for Hyundai Santa Cruz, versus Top Safety Pick · NHTSA 5 and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Ford Maverick.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Off-Road
Hardware that changes what the vehicle can do off pavement or under load.
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Doesn’t reach it
$48,100
Tremor®
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: Off-road tuned suspension; Trail Control with Trail 1-Pedal Drive; Twin clutch rear drive unit with electronic-locking rear differential; Elevated ride height; 17" all-terrain tires; Tremor orange accents Normalized fit features: awd
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Doesn’t reach it
$48,100
Tremor®
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: Off-road tuned suspension; Trail Control with Trail 1-Pedal Drive; Twin clutch rear drive unit with electronic-locking rear differential; Elevated ride height; 17" all-terrain tires; Tremor orange accents Normalized fit features: awd
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
$41,999
Preferred AWD
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; LED headlights Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob
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Doesn’t reach it
$50,499
Ultimate AWD
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 20" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Bose® AM/FM/HD Radio/MP3/XM premium audio system with 8 speakers; Driver's Integrated Memory System (IMS); Ventilated front seat; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Ventilated front seats; Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leather seating surfaces; Bose premium audio system with 8-speakers
$47,100
Lariat®
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: Power 8-way adjustable driver seat with power lumbar; 6-way adjustable manual passenger seat; 19" machined painted aluminum wheels; Ford Co-Pilot360 driver-assist technology; LED projector headlamps with LED signature accent lighting and LED taillamps; Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control (DEATC) Normalized fit features: awd Fit feature evidence: The Maverick Lariat is a compact truck that’s big on luxury. Features like an 8-speaker B&O Sound System, power-adjustable driver’s seat, zoned climate control, available power-sliding rear window, and bright aluminum painted 19" wheels cater to your comfort and your sense of style.
$47,499
XRT
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Leatherette seating surfaces; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leatherette Seats
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Doesn’t reach it
$50,499
Ultimate AWD
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 20" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Bose® AM/FM/HD Radio/MP3/XM premium audio system with 8 speakers; Driver's Integrated Memory System (IMS); Ventilated front seat; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Ventilated front seats; Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leather seating surfaces; Bose premium audio system with 8-speakers
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Doesn’t reach it
Off-Road
Hardware that changes what the vehicle can do off pavement or under load.
| Equipment | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Ford Maverick | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Locking differentialExpanded Only Maverick reaches locking differential. | — Doesn’t reach it | $48,100 Tremor® Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: Off-road tuned suspension; Trail Control with Trail 1-Pedal Drive; Twin clutch rear drive unit with electronic-locking rear differential; Elevated ride height; 17" all-terrain tires; Tremor orange accents Normalized fit features: awd | Right only |
Off-road hardwareExpanded Only Maverick reaches off-road hardware. | — Doesn’t reach it | $48,100 Tremor® Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: Off-road tuned suspension; Trail Control with Trail 1-Pedal Drive; Twin clutch rear drive unit with electronic-locking rear differential; Elevated ride height; 17" all-terrain tires; Tremor orange accents Normalized fit features: awd | Right only |
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Ford Maverick | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Premium upholsteryExpanded Only Santa Cruz reaches premium upholstery. | $41,999 Preferred AWD Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; LED headlights Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Premium audioExpanded Maverick unlocks it $3,399 sooner. | $50,499 Ultimate AWD Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 20" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Bose® AM/FM/HD Radio/MP3/XM premium audio system with 8 speakers; Driver's Integrated Memory System (IMS); Ventilated front seat; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Ventilated front seats; Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leather seating surfaces; Bose premium audio system with 8-speakers | $47,100 Lariat® Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Ford highlights: Power 8-way adjustable driver seat with power lumbar; 6-way adjustable manual passenger seat; 19" machined painted aluminum wheels; Ford Co-Pilot360 driver-assist technology; LED projector headlamps with LED signature accent lighting and LED taillamps; Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control (DEATC) Normalized fit features: awd Fit feature evidence: The Maverick Lariat is a compact truck that’s big on luxury. Features like an 8-speaker B&O Sound System, power-adjustable driver’s seat, zoned climate control, available power-sliding rear window, and bright aluminum painted 19" wheels cater to your comfort and your sense of style. | Right sooner |
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Only Santa Cruz reaches moonroof / sunroof. | $47,499 XRT Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Leatherette seating surfaces; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leatherette Seats | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Seat memoryExpanded Only Santa Cruz reaches seat memory. | $50,499 Ultimate AWD Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Hyundai features: Smartstream 2.5L Turbocharged GDI engine with 8-speed Dual Clutch transmission; 20" alloy wheels; 12.3" touchscreen display audio; Integrated tonneau cover; BlueLink® Connected Car Services; 12.3" full digital display instrument cluster Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob; Bose® AM/FM/HD Radio/MP3/XM premium audio system with 8 speakers; Driver's Integrated Memory System (IMS); Ventilated front seat; Surround View Monitor (SVM); Ventilated front seats; Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM); Power Sunroof; Leather seating surfaces; Bose premium audio system with 8-speakers | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Reasons to pick Hyundai Santa Cruz
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
Preferred AWD
XL
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Cruz | Preferred AWD | $41,999 | 10.7 L/100 km | 3 |
| Ford Maverick | XL | $35,600 | 9.4 L/100 km | 3 |