2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz
$29,750 - $43,700 | 20-25 MPG
Best Small Trucks for 2026
Only 3 vehicles meet these criteria for 2026: the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz, the 2026 Ford Maverick, and the 2026 Ford Ranger. The most affordable is the 2026 Ford Maverick at $28,145.
How this list is generated
Model year: 2026; Vehicle type: Pickup Truck; Size class: Compact. Data is updated when source agencies publish new information.
Base prices range from $28,145 to $33,350. 2 brands are represented: Ford, Hyundai. 1 of 3 have earned NHTSA's top 5-star safety rating. Annual fuel costs span $1,100 (2026 Ford Maverick) to $1,900 (2026 Ford Ranger).
Quick Comparison
- 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz: $29,750-$43,700, 5-star NHTSA, $1,750 per year fuel, 2 recalls
- 2026 Ford Maverick: $28,145-$41,425, $1,100 per year fuel, 3 recalls
- 2026 Ford Ranger: $33,350-$57,070, $1,900 per year fuel, 2 recalls