2023 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz
2023 Honda Ridgeline
vs 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz in Elmhurst, IL
The rugged new 2023 Honda Ridgeline is ready for action. This truck offers the capability you need for work without neglecting comfort and convenience, making driving a pleasure. And of course, it wouldn’t be a Honda without dependability! The Honda Ridgeline won’t let you down when you need it — and its performance will exceed your expectations, too. It comes standard with a powerful V6 engine that can generate up to 280 horsepower1 and 262 pound-feet of torque.2 You’ll have all the strength you need to tow and haul, since the Honda Ridgeline boasts a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds3 and a maximum payload capacity of 1,583 pounds.4 But don’t worry: You won’t sacrifice fuel efficiency for power when you choose the Honda Ridgeline. Like the rest of the Honda lineup, this model provides impressive gas mileage, reaching 24 mpg combined city/highway (AWD).4 Inside the cabin, you’ll find luxurious features like available heated, leather-trimmed front seats and an available heated steering wheel that will make cold winter mornings easier. This truck is the total package, so why wait? Upgrade to the new 2023 Honda Ridgeline and get the driving experience you’ve been waiting for.
Still considering your options? If the new 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz is on your list of possibilities, check out the table below. We’ve compared it to the new 2023 Honda Ridgeline so you can see which truck is the better buy.
2023 Honda Ridgeline | 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz | |
|---|---|---|
Available All-Wheel Drive |  | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5,000 pounds3 | 5,000 pounds5 |
Truck Bed Length (Tailgate Up) | 64.0 inches | 52.1 inches |
Truck Bed Cargo Volume | 33.9 cubic feet | 27 cubic feet |
Dual-Action Tailgate | |  |
60/40 Split Lift-Up Rear Seat with Underseat Storage | | |
Available Truck Bed Audio System | | |
Admittedly, the new 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz brings the heat when it comes to comfort and convenience, but when it comes to its usefulness? We wouldn’t count on it the way we’d count on the new 2023 Honda Ridgeline. While both models have available all-wheel drive and a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds,3,5 the Honda Ridgeline offers far more room in its truck bed for plywood and tools or camping gear and canoes. The Honda Ridgeline also comes equipped with a standard dual-action tailgate which can be opened two ways: with a hinge on its bottom edge or with a hinge on its left edge (similar to a car door). This makes accessing your items in the bed a breeze. You’ll also have extra interior storage in the Honda Ridgeline, thanks to its lift-up rear seat with underseat storage. When the workday is over and it’s time to relax, you can play your favorite tunes from the available truck bed audio system while you spend time outdoors with family and friends. Wondering if these features are available on the Hyundai Santa Cruz? No luck. The Hyundai Santa Cruz has a tailgate that only opens the traditional way, and it doesn’t offer underseat storage or an available truck bed audio system.
Ready to take the new 2023 Honda Ridgeline for a spin? We can’t wait to introduce you to this truck in person. Visit Honda on Grand for a test drive today.
If you’re interested in becoming the proud owner of a new 2023 Honda Ridgeline, give us a call, or stop by our dealership at 300 W. Grand Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126 for a test drive today. We look forward to serving our customers from Addison, Chicago and Villa Park.
1280 hp @ 6000 rpm (SAE net).
2262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm (SAE net).
3Maximum towing capacity is 5,000 lbs. Towing requires accessory towing equipment. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
418 city/24 highway/21 combined mpg rating. Based on 2023 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, and other factors. As of 05/01/2023.
5With available turbocharged engine. Towing capability varies by configuration. See the towing guide in the Owner’s Manual for proper use and additional information.