Does the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the SE FWD.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $288 more a year.
- 21% of 14 trucks (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE FWD | 2.5L | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| SE AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| SEL FWD | 2.5L | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| SEL AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| SEL Activity FWD | 2.5L | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| SEL Activity AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| XRT AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| Limited AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Maverick | XL AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Nissan Frontier | King Cab 4x2 S | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Colorado | 2WD Crew Cab WT | Premium |
| 2026 Toyota Tacoma | SR XtraCab 6' Bed AT RWD | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Ranger | SuperCrew Raptor 4WD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree