[Todd]

The Santa Cruz is about to make it way to Colorado and I'm just looking for opinions. Is the smaller engine sufficient or is the turbo the way to go? Also for those that have seen them in person, which colors have impressed you the most?

 

[Sparkland]

You must get the turbo in Colorado if you ever go to the mountains or the SC will feel like the underpowered Crosstrek.

 

[modshack]

You must get the turbo in Colorado if you ever go to the mountains or the SC will feel like the underpowered Crosstrek.

Yeah, for sure...Turbo's love thin air!

 

[sladd]

I just posted.......

I test drove a White Santa Cruz Limited AWD Turbo today

finally found a dealer nearby (35 mins) who had a Santa Cruz in stock to test drive. I presently own a Honda Ridgeline 2011 RTL, my second Ridgeline since 2006. My impressions: Sticker price incl destination charge was $41,330 and included carpet floor mats, cargo net, first aid kit, cargo...

www.santacruzforums.com

 

[micsandman]

Any test drive impressions from the non turbo model posted yet?

 

[Carnut1]

Any test drive impressions from the non turbo model posted yet?

I have an sel and live at the base of the mountains and the base engine Is fine if not towing in high mountains. No complaints love the SC

 

[HSC4ME]

I live in the flatlands of Orange County CA, but have made one trip up to Big Bear with it. I'm happy with my SEL AWD 2.5L non-turbo. In fact, I specifically avoided the DCT/Turbo because I plan to do mild Adventuring in AWD at slow speeds on dirt trails a few times a year and the rest of the time is mostly flatland. The non-turbo did great on the mountain roads in Sport Mode. Not sure how much thinner the air is at CO elevations, but if you are worried about power (somewhat subjective) go test drive each model and decide for yourself.

Only you know how much lead is in your foot!