Performance
The Santa Cruz's basic engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder producing 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque. An eight-speed automatic gearbox drives the front wheels or, optionally, Hyundai's HTRAC all-wheel-drive system. The SEL Premium and Limited trim levels add a turbocharger to the engine, increasing output to 281 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. Additionally, the more powerful engine has an eight-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox and all-wheel drive as standard.
The dual-clutch automatic transmission provides precise and predictable gear selections in regular and sport settings, and there is enough passing power. The small Hyundai truck will appeal to drivers seeking an easygoing and practical vehicle for leisurely hauls around Downers Grove.
Design Features
The new Hyundai Santa Cruz truck is smaller than most conventional pickups in the Lockport, IL area. It gets classified as a compact pickup since it measures about 10 to 15 inches shorter than competing mid-sized vehicles. However, it retains an extremely useful bed. What distinguishes it from most conventional pickup truck designs is its fundamental structural design, which foregoes the more typical pickup truck body-on-frame structure in favor of unibody construction. The headlamp and taillight designs are undoubtedly the most distinctive external elements of the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. They distinguish the vehicle from the competition and give the small truck an extremely contemporary appearance.
Suppose you weren't acquainted with the Santa Cruz headlights in the dark. In that case, you'd pause and take a second look. They're unlike those on any other pickup truck on the road today, with the headlights fanned out into distinct, separate strips rather than a single headlight housing with a bulb. They blend seamlessly with the front grille's design, extending the lines less noticeably during the day and startlingly modern at night.
Safety Highlights
The Santa Cruz comes equipped with driver-assist technologies that help reduce the chance of a collision. This aspect is another reason for Joliet drivers to have confidence in the new Hyundai vehicle. Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and bicycle recognition and active lane control comes standard in every Santa Cruz model. Adaptive cruise control, for example, helps alleviate driving weariness, while blind-spot monitors aid in looking beyond the rear's limited sightlines. Blind-spot cameras and a surround-view video system assist you in navigating the path or maneuvering into that parallel parking space.
Hyundai Santa Cruz Trim Levels
The new Hyundai Santa Cruz is available in four trim levels, each of which has an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The SE and SE trim levels come powered by a 2.5-liter inline-four gasoline engine, while a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-four gasoline engine powers the SEL Premium and Limited trim levels.
Learn More About the New Santa Cruz
If you're excited about what you've heard about the new Santa Cruz, it's best to experience it for yourself. Contact D'Arcy Hyundai to learn more about our new Hyundai vehicles and schedule a test drive of a new car or SUV.
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