2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

The 2023 Santa Cruz boasts a mighty 2.2-liter, 4-cylinder, direct injection turbocharged engine, producing a whopping 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. This is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission to send power to the front wheels, making it more powerful than ever before, with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering 171 horsepower.

The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz offers impressive torque at 181 lb-ft, with all-wheel drive available with the base engine and front-wheel drive as standard. Thanks to trailer sway control, this truck can tow up to 3,500 pounds. For even greater power, the Santa Cruz SEL Premium comes with 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, an impressive output for a lightweight, small pickup. The dual-clutch automatic helps the truck tow up to 5,000 pounds.

The new Hyundai Santa Cruz sports a sleek, aerodynamic design and modern exterior. Its hood slopes down and over the front wheels, subtly changing shape as it meets the front of the car. Furthermore, the headlights grow thicker at the center, curving upwards to give it a look reminiscent of other models in Hyundai's current lineup.

The interior of the Santa Cruz is one of the nicest cabins among midsize pickups. Hyundai has a reputation for constructing vehicles with top-notch materials and modern features that could easily fit in more expensive models. Expect a spacious cabin with 41.4 inches of legroom in the front and 36.5 inches of legroom for rear passengers.

When it comes to the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz configurations, you'll want to get the SEL Premium. Unlike the SE and SEL, it'll offer more luxurious interior amenities like a leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, adaptive cruise control, and a 10.3-inch touchscreen navigation system.

This midsize pickup is equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen as standard, providing vital connectivity such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Their 10.3-inch display offers a built-in navigation system, and its GPS can be integrated with adaptive cruise control to anticipate changes in the pitch and angle of the road. BlueLink also offers apps for remote starting and locking the vehicle and Amazon Alexa connectivity.