2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz

2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Ultimate AWD – Canadian Market The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Ultimate sits at the top of Canada's first-ever sport adventure vehicle lineup, blending the practicality of a pickup truck with the comfort and driving dynamics of a modern crossover SUV. It's a genuinely new kind of vehicle — and the Ultimate trim makes the strongest possible case for it. At its heart is a 2.5L Turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine producing 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, mated to an 8-speed wet dual-clutch automatic transmission and standard HTRAC All-Wheel Drive. The result is a responsive, capable drive that handles Canadian highway merges and backcountry trails with equal confidence. The open bed features a lockable in-bed trunk with a 75L capacity — a Santa Cruz exclusive that keeps gear secure and out of sight — along with a 120V/400W bed outlet, making it ideal for worksites, camping, or tailgating. A standard spray-in bedliner and LED bed lighting add everyday utility. Inside, the Ultimate is thoroughly premium. Nappa leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats, a heated rear bench, and a heated steering wheel ensure comfort through every Canadian season. A 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a Bose premium audio system elevate every drive. A large panoramic sunroof and a fully digital 10.25-inch instrument cluster give the cabin a genuinely upscale feel. The Santa Cruz Ultimate comes fully loaded on the safety front with Hyundai SmartSense — Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance, and Highway Driving Assist all included. A surround-view monitor and Safe Exit Assist round out the suite. Exterior details worthy of the Ultimate badge include 20-inch alloy wheels, a power tilt-and-slide panoramic sunroof, a hands-free smart liftgate, and remote start — a must-have for cold Canadian mornings. The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Ultimate is a confident, creative alternative to both traditional pickups and conventional SUVs — offering turbocharged performance, smart cargo solutions, and premium appointments in a package unlike anything else on Canadian roads.