2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz Towing Capacity
The 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz tows up to 3,500 lb.
3 configurations from the manufacturer's guide.
Ratings on this page last changed .
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3,500lb trailer
SE
- GCWR
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- Axle
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- Hitch
- Class II
Every 2026 Santa Cruz configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tow pkg | Max trailer (lb) | Hitch |
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| SE | not stated in the specification table | not stated | — | 3,5002026 Hyundai Santa Cruz Specifications and Features, p. 19 · 18 Sep 2026 | Class II |
| SEL | not stated in the specification table | not stated | — | 3,5002026 Hyundai Santa Cruz Specifications and Features, p. 19 · 18 Sep 2026 | Class II |
| SEL Activity | not stated in the specification table | not stated | — | 3,5002026 Hyundai Santa Cruz Specifications and Features, p. 19 · 18 Sep 2026 | Class II |
Safety: Manufacturer ratings assume a properly equipped vehicle. Your vehicle's certification label (driver's door jamb) and owner's manual override this site.
Can the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz tow it?
Enter the loaded trailer weight. Tongue weight is assumed at 13% for the payload check; passengers and cargo are not included — use the full calculator for those.
Enter a trailer weight to see whether it is within every published limit for the configuration you pick.
Towing setup for the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz
What to fit, in order · sized to its 3,500 lb rating
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Class II receiver hitchEssential
2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz is rated to 3,500 lb, which falls in Class II (up to 3,500 lb).
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Ball mountEssential
Ball mount drop/rise to keep the trailer level.
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7-pin wiring harnessEssential
A 7-pin connector carries the brake-controller output and 12V charge line.
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Trailer brake controllerHeavier trailers
Trailers over about 1,500 lb need their own brakes in most US states; thresholds vary by state.
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Frequently asked
- How much can a 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz tow?
- The 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz tows up to 3,500 lb when equipped as SE (2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz Specifications and Features, page 19, retrieved 18 Sep 2026).
- What is the lowest rated 2026 Santa Cruz configuration?
- 3,500 lb for the SEL Activity. Every configuration is listed in the table with its source.
- Do I need a weight-distribution hitch?
- Where the manufacturer does not state a threshold, the usual rule is a weight-distribution hitch when the trailer exceeds half the vehicle's curb weight. Use the widget below or the towing calculator.