Reasons to pick Hyundai Santa Cruz
- 1you want the richer top trim: Ultimate AWD reaches 5 core tracked features.
- 2you prefer the compact pickup with the clearer 3-trim staircase instead of restarting your research elsewhere.
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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz vs 2026 Subaru Impreza
Your comparison
Santa CruzvsImpreza
- Price−$11,072
- Efficiency2.2 L/100 km
- Cargo+822 L
- Rows won1–4
Impreza starts $11,072 lower. Impreza wins efficiency by 2.2 L/100 km. Impreza gives you 822 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
Each row is a feature. Tap to see the unlock detail.
Hyundai Santa CruzSubaru Impreza
Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
Entry price$11,072 lower
Santa Cruz
$41,999
Preferred AWD
Impreza
$30,927
Convenience 5-door
Average trim price$12,809 lower
Santa Cruz
$46,666
3 tracked trims
Impreza
$33,857
3 tracked trims
| Metric | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Subaru Impreza | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $41,999 Preferred AWD | $30,927 Convenience 5-door | $11,072 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $46,666 3 tracked trims | $33,857 3 tracked trims | $12,809 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 10.4 L/100 km XRT | 8.2 L/100 km Convenience 5-door | 2.2 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 764 L Best published cargo figure | 1,586 L Best published cargo figure | 822 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | 2,268 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | — Not published | Only Hyundai reports |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 4 features XRT at $47,499 | 4 features Touring 5-door at $34,257 | =Tied |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 5 features Ultimate AWD at $50,499 | 4 features Touring 5-door at $34,257 | +1 feature |
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 Subaru Impreza.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Expanded rows4beyond the core table
Model reach4 vs 3Santa Cruz vs Impreza
Pair overlap3 shared1 one-sided
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
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Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
Premium audioRight sooner
Santa Cruz
$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
Impreza
$34,257
Touring 5-door
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Subaru Canada WebPage CarID 1580; ModelCode TGATP Normalized fit features: awd, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 11.6-inch touch-screen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, 10 Harman Kardon premium speakers and SiriusXM capability‡ (subscription required); Heated leather wrapped heated steering wheel with SI-DRIVE
Premium upholsteryRight sooner
Santa Cruz
$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
Impreza
$34,257
Touring 5-door
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Subaru Canada WebPage CarID 1580; ModelCode TGATP Normalized fit features: awd, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 11.6-inch touch-screen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, 10 Harman Kardon premium speakers and SiriusXM capability‡ (subscription required); Heated leather wrapped heated steering wheel with SI-DRIVE
Moonroof / sunroofRight sooner
Santa Cruz
$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
Impreza
$36,387
RS 5-door
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Subaru Canada WebPage CarID 1581; ModelCode TGARS Normalized fit features: awd, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 11.6-inch touch-screen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, 10 Harman Kardon premium speakers and SiriusXM Satellite Radio with Travel Link (subscription required); Power tilting and sliding sunroof with sunshade
Seat memoryLeft only
Santa Cruz
$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
Impreza
—
Doesn’t reach it
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Hyundai Santa Cruz | Subaru Impreza | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Premium audioExpanded Impreza unlocks it $16,242 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 | $34,257 Touring 5-door Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Subaru Canada WebPage CarID 1580; ModelCode TGATP Normalized fit features: awd, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 11.6-inch touch-screen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, 10 Harman Kardon premium speakers and SiriusXM capability‡ (subscription required); Heated leather wrapped heated steering wheel with SI-DRIVE | Right sooner |
Premium upholsteryExpanded Impreza unlocks it $7,742 sooner. | $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 | $34,257 Touring 5-door Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Subaru Canada WebPage CarID 1580; ModelCode TGATP Normalized fit features: awd, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 11.6-inch touch-screen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, 10 Harman Kardon premium speakers and SiriusXM capability‡ (subscription required); Heated leather wrapped heated steering wheel with SI-DRIVE | Right sooner |
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Impreza unlocks it $11,112 sooner. | $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 | $36,387 RS 5-door Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Subaru Canada WebPage CarID 1581; ModelCode TGARS Normalized fit features: awd, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: 11.6-inch touch-screen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, 10 Harman Kardon premium speakers and SiriusXM Satellite Radio with Travel Link (subscription required); Power tilting and sliding sunroof with sunshade | Right sooner |
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 |
Trim Shortcuts
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
The cheapest acceptable version on each side.
Hyundai Santa Cruz$41,999
Preferred AWD
10.7 L/100 km efficiency3 features
Subaru Impreza$30,927
Convenience 5-door
8.2 L/100 km efficiency2 features
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Cruz | Preferred AWD | $41,999 | 10.7 L/100 km | 3 |
| Subaru Impreza | Convenience 5-door | $30,927 | 8.2 L/100 km | 2 |