The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, a completely new Hyundai pickup truck, has officially debuted with a groundbreaking design, powerful performance, and outstanding versatility. Manufactured at Hyundai’s plant in Alabama, USA, the Santa Cruz is poised to be a formidable competitor in the compact pickup truck segment.
Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup truck
Hyundai’s Signature Design: Modern and Sporty
The Hyundai pickup truck Santa Cruz boasts an impressive exterior, embodying Hyundai’s Sensuous Sportiness design language. The front end is striking with split headlights, similar to the Santa Fe and Venue. The rear windows also share a similar shape to previous models. Silver and black rearview mirrors with integrated turn signals, along with the Hyundai badge on the wheels, assert the vehicle’s identity.
Hyundai Santa Cruz front design
Powerful Engine, Agile Performance
The 2022 Hyundai pickup truck Santa Cruz is equipped with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine, producing a maximum horsepower of over 190 and a peak torque of over 244 Nm. Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and a choice of front-wheel drive or optional AWD (at a price of $1,500), the Santa Cruz delivers powerful and agile performance on all terrains. All-wheel drive is considered standard equipment.
Compact Truck Bed, Convenient for Urban Use
Hyundai Santa Cruz compact truck bed
Although the truck bed of the Hyundai pickup truck Santa Cruz is smaller than mid-size pickup trucks, it is still spacious enough for urban cargo needs. The standard SE version has a rear bed length of 1,219 mm and a lockable under-floor storage compartment, enhancing usability for owners. This size allows for agile movement on narrow city streets.
Comfortable Interior, Modern Technology
Hyundai Santa Cruz interior cockpit
The Hyundai pickup truck Santa Cruz is equipped with a comfortable interior and many modern technologies. The SEL trim (priced at $27,190) features heated front seats, an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated rearview mirrors, blind-spot collision avoidance assist, and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist. Rear privacy glass, 18-inch alloy wheels, and a power tailgate with remote open function are standard features on the Santa Cruz.
Hyundai Santa Cruz exterior
Conclusion
The 2022 Hyundai pickup truck Santa Cruz is a perfect combination of modern design, powerful performance, and urban versatility. With its outstanding advantages, the Santa Cruz promises to be an attractive choice for customers seeking a versatile and stylish pickup truck.
