Edmunds: 2022 Ford Maverick vs. 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz
By MILES BRANMAN
Edmunds
Remember the compact trucks that were popular in the 1980s and 1990s? Well, they’ve made a comeback for the 2022 model year via the all-new Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz. Built on crossover platforms, the Maverick and Santa Cruz promise better fuel economy and ride more comfortably than traditional midsize or full size body-on-frame pickups such as the Toyota Tacoma or Ford F-150. They can’t tow or haul as much as those trucks, but they’re easier to park and have enough utility to suit many buyers. So which compact truck is the better purchase Edmunds’ experts compared them to find out.