2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz
SEL AWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$4,700)
| Spec | SE | SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3704 lbs | 3879 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3704 lbs | 3879 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5456 lbs | 5611 lbs |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $24,440 | $29,140 |
| Payload capacity | 1753 lbs | 1532 lbs |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 8" color touchscreen Display Audio: Adds SiriusXM, Blue Link®, 8-way power driver's seat, Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision and Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance-Assist Indicators (on side mirrors), Blue Link®, Front auto up/down (Power Window Switches), Glove compartment - Illuminated, Heated (outside mirrors), Heated front seats, Illuminated push button start, Keys - Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2), Power driver's lumbar support, Proximity key entry with push button start, remote engine start, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Remote engine start (on keyfob), SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio (3mo trial subscription), Safe Exit Warning, Side mirrors with turn signal indicators, Sunvisors w/ Illumination
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 325 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 325 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Total interior volume | 101.8 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Blue Link |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in |
| Overall height | 66.7 in |
| Overall length | 195.7 in |
| Overall width | 75 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 191 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 27 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.7 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 36.5 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,140 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.6 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.8 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.6 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3879 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3879 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5611 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1532 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety33 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian Detection
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
- Airbags (Front - Advanced): Driver (1), Front passenger (1), Occupant Classification System (OCS)
- Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2)
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Rearview camera with dynamic parking guidelines
- Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2)
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC) - Driver Selectable
- Driver Attention Warning
- Safe Exit Warning
- Trailer Sway Control
- Adjustable front-seat shoulder belt anchors
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Anti-theft System integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm
- Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
- Bodyside reinforcements
- Child safety locks (rear)
- Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist
- Front seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters
- High Beam Assist
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Inboard seatbelt (rear): 3-point/ELR
- LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors
- Lane Following Assist
- Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
- Outboard seatbelts: 3-point/ELR
- Power window lock-out button
- Rear Occupant Alert
- Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors
- Vehicle Stability Management
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/Individual Tire Indicator
Infotainment8 std · 1 opt
- Bluetooth controls (Voice recognition, Accept call, Hang up)
- 8" color touchscreen Display Audio: Adds SiriusXM, Blue Link®
- Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay™ (Wireless with 8" Display Audio)
- Audio controls (Volume up/down, Mute, Seek up/down, Mode)
- Blue Link®
- Front Dual USB outlets
- HD Radio Technology
- SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio (3mo trial subscription)
- Wireless Device Charging optional
Convenience11 std · 1 opt
- Proximity key entry with push button start, remote engine start
- Remote engine start (on keyfob)
- Cruise control (standard, non-SCC)
- Front auto up/down (Power Window Switches)
- Keys - Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2)
- Keys - Standard w/ key fob (2)
- Power door locks
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- Remote release - Hood
- Remote release - Tailgate (on key fob)
- 115V power outlet (in sidewall storage) optional
- 12-volt outlet (2) - Front (1)
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- Cabin air filter
- Manual air conditioning
- Rear seat heater ducts
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Cloth – stain and odor resistant (Seating Surfaces)
- Passenger Capacity: 5
- Power driver's lumbar support
- Rear Seats - 60/40 split tip-up lower seat cushions
Interior24 std · 3 opt
- 4.2" Multi-Information Display
- Assist grips (4)
- Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off
- Cupholders, Dual - Front center console-mounted
- Door armrest - Integrated
- Door handles - Metal paint
- Front center console - Fixed armrest storage box
- Front maplights
- Glove compartment - Illuminated
- Glove compartment with Damper
- I/P switch illumination (hazard)
- Illuminated power window switches
- Illuminated push button start
- Rear cupholders (on door panel)
- Roof trim - Black
- Seatback map pocket - Dual
- Steering Wheel - 4-Spoke
- Steering Wheel - Cruise controls
- Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescoping
- Storage tray (below 12-volt outlet)
- 10.25" Digital instrument cluster optional
- Front and Rear LED maplights optional
- Inside rearview mirror - Manual day/night
- Sunvisors w/ Illumination
- Sunvisors: Dual vanity mirror with cover w/ sliding function
- Trip odometer
- Floor mats: Carpeted optional
Exterior20 std · 7 opt
- Power sunroof - Conventional-Type optional
- 18 x 7.5J Alloy Wheels
- 20 x 7.5J Alloy Wheels
- 245/50R20 Tires
- 245/60R18 Tires
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Blind-Spot Collision and Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance-Assist Indicators (on side mirrors)
- Body color side mirror housing
- Halogen headlights
- Heated (outside mirrors)
- Integrated rear bumper side steps
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED cargo light (roof-mounted)
- LED taillights
- Privacy Glass - Rear/back glass
- Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
- Shark-fin roof antenna (gloss black)
- Side mirrors with turn signal indicators
- LED bed lighting (2) optional
- Rear sliding glass window with defroster optional
- Roof cross rails optional
- Roof side rails optional
- Automatic headlights
- Solar glass - Front Door, Windshield
- Rear window defroster optional
- Spare Tire - Temporary Spare Tire
- Mudguards Front/Rear optional
Powertrain4 std · 2 opt
- HTRAC AWD, Active On-Demand optional
- FWD
- 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder Smartstream engine
- 8-speed automatic torque converter transmission
- Drive Mode - Center-console mounted
- AWD Lock optional
Chassis6 std · 0 opt
- Front brakes: Ventilated Disc, 12.8", 325mm
- Front suspension: MacPherson strut with coil springs
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) - Rack and pinion steering, column-mounted
- Rear brakes: Solid Disc, 12.8", 325mm
- Rear suspension: Multi-link
- Rear: Gas-pressurized shock absorbers, self leveling
Cargo7 std · 1 opt
- Dual C-channel adjustable utility track rail and cleat system
- Heavy duty cargo D-rings
- Lockable under bed storage compartment
- Multi-functional tailgate (assisted open/close)
- Sheet Molded Composite bed
- Sidewall bed storage compartments
- Trailer pre-wiring
- Integrated tonneau cover (factory installed) optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Santa Cruz. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the SEL
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL?
The manufacturer lists $29,140 for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL. That is $4,700 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 19 features become standard that the SE does not and 6 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.