Stop settling for vehicles that force you to choose between the practicality of a truck and the comfort of an SUV. This 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL Premium breaks the rules by delivering the best of both worlds. Combining turbocharged performance, premium comfort, innovative utility, and advanced technology, the Santa Cruz is built for drivers who demand versatility without sacrificing style.
The moment you see it, you'll understand why the Santa Cruz stands out from everything else on the road. The aggressive front fascia, bold grille design, sculpted body lines, signature LED lighting, and athletic stance create a modern appearance that refuses to blend into the crowd. This isn't a traditional pickup, and it certainly isn't just another crossover. It's a Sport Adventure Vehicle engineered for people who live life on the move.
Under the hood, the SEL Premium delivers exhilarating performance thanks to its turbocharged engine. Smooth acceleration, impressive responsiveness, and confident highway passing power make every drive more exciting. Whether you're commuting through traffic, heading to the lake, or loading up for a weekend getaway, this Santa Cruz is built to handle it all with ease.
Step inside and you'll immediately appreciate the upscale atmosphere. Premium materials, refined finishes, and a driver-focused layout create an interior that feels more like a luxury SUV than a utility vehicle. Heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, and power-adjustable seating ensure comfort is never compromised.
Technology takes center stage throughout the cabin. The large touchscreen infotainment system provides seamless access to entertainment, navigation, and vehicle settings. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration keep your favorite apps, contacts, music, and maps within easy reach. Bluetooth connectivity, multiple USB ports, wireless charging capability, and intuitive controls ensure you're always connected wherever your adventures take you.
Versatility is where the Santa Cruz truly shines. The innovative open bed provides the utility truck buyers want while maintaining everyday drivability. Whether you're hauling camping gear, home improvement supplies, sports equipment, or weekend luggage, this vehicle adapts to your lifestyle. The lockable in-bed storage compartment and flexible cargo solutions add even more functionality to an already impressive package.
Passenger comfort remains a major advantage. The spacious cabin offers generous room for both front and rear occupants, making daily commutes and long-distance trips equally enjoyable. Hyundai designed this interior to provide the practicality you need without sacrificing the comfort you deserve.
Safety is another area where the Santa Cruz excels. Hyundai equips the SEL Premium with advanced driver-assistance technologies including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Smart Cruise Control, and a rearview camera system designed to help provide confidence behind the wheel.
What truly separates this 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL Premium from the competition is its ability to redefine expectations. It combines SUV comfort, pickup utility, premium technology, and turbocharged performance into one incredibly versatile package.
Here's the realitywell-equipped Santa Cruz models continue to generate tremendous demand because buyers recognize just how unique and practical they are. Vehicles like this don't sit on the lot for long.
You can keep driving something that only does one job well, or you can upgrade to a vehicle built to handle everything life throws your way. This 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL Premium is stylish, capable, comfortable, and ready for its next adventure.
2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL Premium
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$24,671Price
$24,933Goshen Price
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The highlights
- Navigation system
- Lane departure
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Power moonroof
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Split folding rear seat
- Heated front seats
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Adaptive Cruise Control: Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC)
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: Blue Link Connected Car Service (3-year complimentary subscription)
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Illuminated entry
- Moonroof sunshade: manual
- Navigation system
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power moonroof
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear beverage holders
- Remote engine start
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Auto-leveling suspension
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 245/60HR18.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 245/60HR18.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Wheel size: 18"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Primary LCD size: 10.3"
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 3
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Speakers: 6
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Turn-by-turn navigation directions: Blue Link Connected Car Service (3-year complimentary subscription
- Wireless Phone Charger: front
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Leather shift knob
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Premium cloth
- Rear seats: split-bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold-up cushion
- Seat Upholstery: premium cloth
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: intercooled turbo
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: HTRAC all-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.5L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 19mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 22mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 27mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 17.7gal.
- Horsepower: 281hp @ 5,800RPM
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Manual-shift auto: SHIFTRONIC
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Torque: 311 lb.-ft. @ 1,700RPM
- Transmission: 8 speed automatic with auto-shift
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 18 deg
- Departure angle: 23 deg
- Ground clearance (min): 218mm (8.6")
- Ramp breakover angle: 19 deg
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Left rear passenger door: conventional
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: tailgate
- Rear step bumper
- Right rear passenger: conventional
- Spoiler
- Tonneau cover
- Trailer sway control
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Compression ratio: 10.50 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,872kg (4,126lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 85.5mm x 101.5mm (3.37" x 4.00")
- Engine displacement: 2.5 L
- Engine torque: 311 lb.-ft. @ 1,700RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,905mm (75.0")
- Exterior height: 1,694mm (66.7")
- Exterior length: 4,971mm (195.7")
- Front headroom: 1,034mm (40.7")
- Front hiproom: 1,384mm (54.5")
- Front legroom: 1,052mm (41.4")
- Front shoulder room: 1,463mm (57.6")
- GVWR: 2,600kg (5,732lbs)
- Passenger volume: 2,883L (101.8 cu.ft.)
- Payload: 728kg (1,606lbs)
- Rear headroom: 1,019mm (40.1")
- Rear hiproom: 1,359mm (53.5")
- Rear legroom: 927mm (36.5")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,425mm (56.1")
- Towing capacity: 2,268kg (5,000lbs)
- Turning radius: 6.0m (19.8')
- Wheelbase: 3,005mm (118.3")
- Appearance: digital/analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Blind spot: Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) active
- Configurable
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Tachometer
- Traffic sign information
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) w/Pedestrian, Cyclist & Junction-Turning Detection mitigation
- Front pedestrian detection: prevention
- Ignition disable
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Rear collision: Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) mitigation
- Security system
- Tracker system: Blue Link Connected Car Service (3-year complimentary subscription)
- Traction control
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