2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz Towing Capacity
Factory specs, verified against Hyundai USA — Santa Cruz model specs page (official).
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs when properly equipped (Max towing 5,000 lbs requires 2.5L Turbo + HTRAC AWD with trailer brakes (Night, XRT, Limited trims); Hyundai does not publish a max payload figure), ranking #24 of 28 vehicles in our database. Below are the factory ratings by engine, plus answers to the most common towing questions for this Santa Cruz.
Towing by engine
| Engine | Max towing (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 2.5L Turbo GDI inline-4, 281 hp / 311 lb-ft | 5,000 |
| 2.5L GDI inline-4, 191 hp / 181 lb-ft | 3,500 |
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Wondering if your Santa Cruz can pull your trailer? Run the numbers:
Frequently asked questions
What is the towing capacity of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs when properly equipped (Max towing 5,000 lbs requires 2.5L Turbo + HTRAC AWD with trailer brakes (Night, XRT, Limited trims); Hyundai does not publish a max payload figure). Figure verified against Hyundai USA — Santa Cruz model specs page (official). Your exact configuration may tow less — always check your owner's manual.
Which 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz engine tows the most?
The 2.5L Turbo GDI inline-4, 281 hp / 311 lb-ft tows the most in the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz lineup, rated up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped. See the engine table above for every option.
What is the payload capacity of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
Hyundai does not publish a maximum payload figure for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Because tongue weight (10–15% of your loaded trailer) counts against payload, check your driver's door jamb sticker for your specific vehicle's payload rating.
Is the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz good for towing?
With up to 5,000 lbs of maximum towing, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz comfortably handles most travel trailers, boat trailers and car haulers within its rating. For the best experience, keep your loaded trailer under 80% of the max (4,000 lbs) and use a weight-distributing hitch on heavier loads.
Data source
All figures on this page come from Hyundai USA — Santa Cruz model specs page (official). Capacities vary by cab, bed length, drivetrain, axle ratio and tow packages — the numbers above are the maximum for a properly equipped 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz.