XRT AWD
What the XRT adds over the SE (+$12,475)
| Spec | SE | XRT |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3785 lbs | 4160 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3785 lbs | 4160 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 281 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5523 lbs | 5798 lbs |
| Front headroom | 40.2 in | 38.2 in |
| MPG (city) | 22 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 25 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 30 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,300 | $42,775 |
| Overall height | 66.7 in | 66.9 in |
| Overall length | 195.7 in | 195.9 in |
| Final drive ratio | 4.1 | 3.5 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 115V power outlet (in sidewall storage), 12.3" Audio-Video-Navigation (AVN) color touchscreen (ccNc) with onboard Navigation, 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster, 8-way power driver's seat, AWD Lock, Auto-dimming Mirror, Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), Bose® Premium Audio System, Center console-mounted rear A/C vents, Dual C-channel adjustable utility track rail and cleat system, Dual automatic temperature control with Auto Defogger (full capacitive-touch controls), Dynamic Voice Recognition, Forward Attention Warning (FAW), Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type), HTRAC AWD, Active On-Demand, Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, Heated steering wheel, Highway Driving Assist 1 (HDA), Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch, Integrated tonneau cover with two built-in T-slot accessory tracks (factory installed), Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), LED bed lighting (2), Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Curve Control (NSCC), Power Window Switches - Front auto down/up, Power driver's lumbar support, Power sunroof - Conventional-type, Rear sliding glass window with defroster, Roof side rails, Shift knob - Leather-wrapped, Side mirrors with turn signal indicators, Smart Cruise Control 2 & SCC with Stop & Go, Smartstream Engine Family 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder, Displacement: 2,497 cc, full engine cover, Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT), Steering wheel - Leather-wrapped, Steering-wheel paddle shifters, Sunvisors w/ Illumination, Surround View Monitor (SVM), Terrain Mode Select, Wireless Device Quick Charging 15W
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 | Electronic |
Cargo
| Total interior volume | 101.8 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Bluelink+ |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in |
| Overall height | 66.9 in |
| Overall length | 195.9 in |
| Overall width | 75 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 281 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 18 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 20 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.2 in |
| Third-row headroom | 39.6 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 36.5 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $42,775 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 56.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and pinion, Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), 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 | 3.5 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4160 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4160 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5798 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1411 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety39 std · 0 opt
- Smart Cruise Control 2 & SCC with Stop & Go
- Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type)
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Surround View Monitor (SVM)
- Airbags (Front - Advanced) Driver (1) / Front passenger (1)
- Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Curve Control (NSCC)
- 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)
- 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 and Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance-Assist Indicators (on mirrors)
- Bodyside reinforcements
- Brake Assist
- Child safety locks (rear)
- Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist
- Forward Attention Warning (FAW)
- Front and rear outboard seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters
- High Beam Assist
- Highway Driving Assist 1 (HDA)
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors
- Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
- Power window lock-out button
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Steering wheel haptic feedback (for LKA and BCW)
- Vehicle Stability Management
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/Individual Tire Indicator
Infotainment15 std · 0 opt
- 12.3" Audio-Video-Navigation (AVN) color touchscreen (ccNc) with onboard Navigation
- Bluetooth controls (Voice recognition, Accept call, Hang up)
- 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
- Bose® Premium Audio System
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- 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)
- Steering-wheel paddle shifters
- Wireless Device Quick Charging 15W
Convenience12 std · 0 opt
- Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch
- Proximity key entry with push button start, remote engine start
- 115V power outlet (in sidewall storage)
- 12-volt outlet - Front (1)
- Cruise controls on steering wheel
- Keys - Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2)
- Keys - Standard w/ key fob (2)
- Power Window Switches - Front auto down/up
- Power door locks
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- Remote release - Hood
- Remote release - Tailgate (on key fob)
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
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Rear Seats - 60/40 split tip-up lower seat cushions
- H-Tex® seating surfaces (leatherette)
- Passenger Capacity - 5
- Power driver's lumbar support
Interior25 std · 1 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Auto-dimming Mirror
- 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster
- Assist grips (4)
- Cupholders, Dual - Front center console-mounted
- Door armrest - Integrated
- 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
- Shift knob - Leather-wrapped
- Steering wheel - 3-Spoke
- Steering wheel - Leather-wrapped
- Storage tray (below 12-volt outlet)
- Inside rearview mirror - Manual day/night
- Sunvisors w/ Illumination
- Tilt & Telescoping steering wheel
- Seatback map pockets - Front Passenger
- Sunvisors w/ sliding function and dual vanity mirror with cover
- Trip odometer
- Floor mats - Carpeted optional
Exterior21 std · 2 opt
- Power sunroof - Conventional-type
- 18 x 7.5J Alloy wheels
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam, projector-type)
- Heated outside mirrors
- Hood insulator
- Integrated rear bumper side steps
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED bed lighting (2)
- LED cargo light (roof-mounted)
- LED taillights
- Multi-functional tailgate (assisted open/close)
- Rear sliding glass window with defroster
- 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
- Solar glass - Front Door, Windshield
- Spare Tire - Temporary Spare Tire
- Mudguards Front/Rear optional
Powertrain6 std · 0 opt
- HTRAC AWD, Active On-Demand
- Terrain Mode Select
- 8-speed automatic torque converter transmission
- AWD Lock
- Drive Mode - Center-console mounted
- Smartstream Engine Family 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder, Displacement: 2,497 cc, full engine cover, Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT)
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion steering, column-mounted
- Rear gas-pressurized shock absorbers, self leveling
Cargo7 std · 0 opt
- Dual C-channel adjustable utility track rail and cleat system
- Heavy duty cargo D-rings
- Integrated tonneau cover with two built-in T-slot accessory tracks (factory installed)
- Lockable under bed storage compartment
- Sheet Molded Composite bed
- Sidewall bed storage compartments
- Trailer pre-wiring (4-pin for 2.5L, 4/7-pin for 2.5T)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 Santa Cruz. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the XRT
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT?
The manufacturer lists $42,775 for the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT. That is $12,475 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Hyundai Santa Cruz XRT add over the SE?
Against the SE, 39 features become standard that the SE does not and 15 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.