Find the New 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz at Gurnee Hyundai

Are you looking for a vehicle in the Greater Chicagoland area that can offer you something unique? Do you need to tow with your next vehicle, but also want a comfortable driving experience that everyone can enjoy? It sounds like you might want to check out the new 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The Hyundai brand has fused the best of an SUV with the best of a truck to create this "Sport Adventure Vehicle." Gurnee Hyundai, located at 6251 Grand Avenue in Gurnee, IL, is where you can find a wide selection of the Hyundai brand's only pickup.

Performance of the Hyundai Santa Cruz

The Hyundai Santa Cruz offers a driving experience that is fun and versatile. Under the hood, drivers in the Chicagoland area can enjoy the choice of two different engines. The first is the standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque. Drivers can also decide to go with the available 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers 281 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque.

There are also two available transmissions from which to choose. You can go with the standard eight-speed automatic transmission or the available eight-speed dual clutch transmission. The Santa Cruz comes standard in front-wheel drive, but it does come available with HTRAC All-Wheel Drive. If you need to tow, this Hyundai truck can pull 5,000-pounds when properly equipped.

Design and Storage

People expect a lot when it comes to storage in a truck or SUV. Those who buy or lease an all-new Santa Cruz will be happy that it has ample cargo space. The bed is designed to make access to it quick and simple, which means you can easily get to all of your cargo. Many folks will love the multi-function tailgate because it allows you to open, close, and adjust its height with the press of your key fob.

The design of the tailgate also allows for underfloor storage, as well as bed tie downs to secure your cargo while you are traveling. Additionally, the integrated tonneau cover will ensure that your cargo stays protected against the natural elements.

Interior and Tech Features

Even though trucks have a reputation for being tough and rugged, there is no rule against them having a refined interior. You can find that kind of elegance in the new 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. It is ergonomically designed to ensure that you don't need to strain to get to any controls. It comes with a lot of available features to give you a luxurious driving experience, like heated/ventilated leather seats.

There is a lot to love when it comes to the tech portion of this Hyundai pickup. It comes standard with Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration. It also has an available 10.25-inch touchscreen to house the intuitive infotainment system. Some other available tech features include navigation, USB ports, Dynamic Voice Recognition, and a Bose® Premium Audio System.

Safety Features

Safety is generally a big point of emphasis for many drivers. If you are interested in having an abundance of standard and available safety features in your next vehicle, you will be impressed with what the Santa Cruz has to offer. You can find a plethora of safety features and driver-assist technologies in this Hyundai pickup.

Some of the standard features you can find in the Hyundai Santa Cruz include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Lane Following Assist, and High Beam Assist. There are also available features like Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist.

Trim Levels of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Currently, you can find the 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz in four trim levels:

• SE-The base level trim comes standard with features like Wireless Apple CarPlay®, Wireless Android Auto™, an eight-inch touchscreen, and open bed functionality.
• SEL-When you go up a trim level, you can get features like a power driver seat, a proximity key with push button start, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist.
• SEL Premium-Choosing this trim level gets you features like standard HTRAC All-Wheel Drive, Hyundai Digital Key, paddle shifters, and a 10.25-inch Digital Instrument Cluster.
• Limited-Going with the top trim level adds features like Blind-Spot View Monitor, Surround View Monitor, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and the 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine.

Visit Our Dealership for a Test Drive

Are you interested in driving Hyundai's only pickup? Do you want to learn more? Contact the team at Gurnee Hyundai, in Gurnee, IL, to talk to a sales consultant, and to set up a test drive. Also, apply for financing with us today, so you can take advantage of one of the Hyundai financing offers and lease specials offered at our dealership.