Did Hyundai Come Out With a Pickup Truck?

The car manufacturer Hyundai has been producing vehicles since 1967 and has become one of the largest car makers in the world. After being known for making small cars, SUVs, and hatchbacks, Hyundai has recently stirred up excitement in the auto industry with its introduction of a pickup truck.

The Hyundai Santa Cruz is a mid-size crossover pickup truck that was unveiled at the 2020 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It is equipped with a 2.5-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder engine that can produce up to 275 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.

The Santa Cruz features an all-wheel-drive system as well as an eight-speed automatic transmission. It also has a rigid suspension system that provides excellent ride quality and handling on both asphalt and off-road conditions.

The truck also has high ground clearance making it suitable for off-roading as well as traversing over difficult terrain. On the inside, it comes with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.

Hyundai has also added some safety features including lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control to make sure your ride is safe and secure under any circumstance.

The Santa Cruz is expected to be available for sale by 2021 and will come in three different trims: SE, Limited, and Ultimate. Prices have yet to be announced but it is expected to be competitively priced when compared to its rivals from Ford, Toyota, Chevrolet and other brands in its class.

Conclusion

Yes, Hyundai did come out with a pickup truck – The Hyundai Santa Cruz – which was unveiled at the 2020 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

It comes equipped with a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that can produce up to 275 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque along with several safety features such as lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, pedestrian detection among others. The Santa Cruz is expected to go on sale by 2021.

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Stephen Dunn