2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
SEL FWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$1,700)
| Spec | SE | SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3778 lbs | 3792 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3778 lbs | 3792 lbs |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,750 | $30,450 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 8-way power driver's seat, Center console-mounted rear A/C vents, Dual automatic temperature control with Auto Defogger (full capacitive-touch controls), Front and Rear LED maplights, H-Tex® seating surfaces (leatherette), Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, Power Window Switches, Front auto down/up, Power driver's lumbar support, Roof side rails, 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 | Bluelink+ |
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) | 22 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 30 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.2 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.6 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 36.5 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,450 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 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 | 4.1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3792 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3792 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5522 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1411 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
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Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety29 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian Detection
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Airbags (Front - Advanced): Driver (1), Front passenger (1)
- Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Rearview camera
- Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2)
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC), Driver Selectable
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Rear side airbags with rollover sensors (2)
- Trailer pre-wiring, 4-pin for 2.5L, 4/7-pin for 2.5T
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Anti-theft System integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm
- Blind-Spot Collision and Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance-Assist Indicators (on mirrors)
- Bodyside reinforcements
- Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist
- High Beam Assist
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Side air curtains with rollover sensors
- Steering wheel haptic feedback (for LKA and BCW)
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- Vehicle Stability Management
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/Individual Tire Indicator
Infotainment11 std · 0 opt
- Bluetooth controls (Voice recognition, Accept call, Hang up)
- 12.3" Touchscreen Display (ccNc Lite) with 6-speakers
- AM/FM/HD Radio/SiriusXM®, Bluelink+
- Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ (Wireless)
- Audio controls (Volume up/down, Mute, Seek up/down, Mode)
- Bluelink+ Connected Car System
- Front dual USB ports (Type-C)
- HD Radio Technology
- OTA update capability (ECU & multimedia – all; Map update only on XRT and Limited)
- Second row dual USB ports (Type-C)
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (3-month trial subscription)
Convenience8 std · 0 opt
- Proximity key entry with push button start, remote engine start
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- 12-volt outlet, Front (1)
- Cruise controls (on steering wheel)
- Keys - Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2)
- Keys - Standard w/ key fob (2)
- Power door locks
- Power Window Switches, Front auto down/up
Climate4 std · 0 opt
- Cabin air filter
- Center console-mounted rear A/C vents
- Dual automatic temperature control with Auto Defogger (full capacitive-touch controls)
- Rear seat heater ducts
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- 60/40 split tip-up lower seat cushions (Rear Seats)
- H-Tex® seating surfaces (leatherette)
- Power driver's lumbar support
Interior24 std · 1 opt
- 4.2" Multi-Information Display
- 3-Spoke steering wheel
- Assist grips (4)
- Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off
- Cruise control indicator
- Cupholders, Dual, Front center console-mounted
- Door armrest, Integrated
- Door handles, Metal paint (interior)
- Front and Rear LED maplights
- Front center console fixed armrest storage box
- Front maplights
- 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 pockets, Front Passenger
- Storage tray (below 12-volt outlet)
- Tilt & Telescoping steering column
- Inside rearview mirror, Manual day/night
- Sunvisors w/ Illumination
- Sunvisors with sliding function and dual vanity mirror with cover
- Trip odometer
- Carpeted floor mats optional
Exterior19 std · 2 opt
- 18 x 7.5J Alloy wheels
- 245/60R18 tires
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam, projector-type)
- Body color side mirror housing
- Heated outside mirrors
- Integrated rear bumper side steps
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED cargo light (roof-mounted)
- LED taillights
- Roof side rails
- Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
- Shark-fin roof antenna (gloss black)
- Side mirrors with turn signal indicators
- Roof cross rails optional
- Automatic headlights
- Privacy Glass, Rear/back glass
- Rear window defroster
- Solar glass, Front Door, Windshield
- Temporary Spare Tire
- Mudguards Front/Rear optional
Powertrain3 std · 2 opt
- HTRAC AWD, Active On-Demand optional
- FWD
- 8-speed automatic torque converter transmission
- Drive Mode, Center-console mounted
- AWD Lock optional
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion steering, column-mounted
- Rear gas-pressurized shock absorbers, self leveling
Cargo5 std · 0 opt
- Heavy duty cargo D-rings
- Lockable under bed storage compartment
- Multi-functional tailgate (assisted open/close)
- Sheet Molded Composite bed
- Sidewall bed storage compartments
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 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 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL?
The manufacturer lists $30,450 for the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL. That is $1,700 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 12 features become standard that the SE does not and 3 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.