Coughlin Hyundai of Heath

Aug 25, 2023

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz is a unique and powerful vehicle loaded with advanced safety features. Drivers looking for excellent performance, a sporty exterior, and advanced technology inside will want to consider this option.

Engines

The Santa Cruz has five trim levels. The entry-level SE and the SEL come standard with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. It delivers 191 horsepower and 181 lb.-ft of torque.

The Night, SEL Premium, and Limited trim levels come with an inline 2.5-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine. This option delivers 281 horsepower and 311 lb.-ft of torque.

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz NIGHT

Fuel Efficiency

The SE and SEL with front-wheel drive achieve an average of 22 miles to the gallon in the city. They offer an average of 26 miles to the gallon on the highway. The SE or SEL with the available all-wheel drive averages 21 miles to the gallon in the city and 25 on the highway.

The Night, SEL Premium, and Limited trim levels with all-wheel drive average 19 miles to the gallon in the city. They average 27 miles to the gallon on the highway.

Exterior

The entry-level model comes with a locking under-bed storage compartment in the bed. There’s also a sidewall bed storage space and heavy-duty D-ring tie-downs in the cargo bed. There’s an integrated rear bumper side step that makes it easy to get in and out of the cargo space. There’s a remote-release tailgate feature, giving this pickup-style vehicle a cargo space that’s modern and functional.

The exterior also has LED taillights and automatic halogen headlights. The standard car comes with 18-inch alloy wheels.

Advanced Safety Assist Features

The standard model comes with a long and exciting list of advanced safety technology features. Hyundai has loaded this model with lane-keeping assist and blind spot collision avoidance technology. Additional features include a driver attention warning and rear occupant alert. There’s also a high beam assist, making it much easier to navigate on rainy days.

There is a forward collision avoidance assist that comes with pedestrian detection as well. There is also a rear cross-traffic avoidance assist feature. The vehicle also comes with a rearview monitor that has a parking guidance feature complete with grid lines.

Infotainment

The SE, SEL, Night, and SEL Premium all come with an 8-inch touchscreen. This comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities. In the top-tier trim level, Limited, there is a 10.25-inch touchscreen that also comes with onboard navigation.

Digital Gauge

The driver’s gauge on the standard model is a 4.2-inch color LCD display. On the SEL and above, there is an available 10.25-inch digital display. This can be added by choosing the Activity package, which also adds wireless charging technology for your phone.

Hyundai has designed a sporty vehicle with the look of a pickup and the conveniences of a plushy car. Visit Coughlin Hyundai of Heath now to see our wide selection of new vehicles.