Hyundai Unveils Santa Cruz Crossover Truck at 2015 Detroit Auto Show

Jan 12, 2015 07:00 PM EST | Matt Mercuro

Get ready Millenials, a truck is finally being created just for you. Hyundai unveiled its innovated Santa Cruz Crossover Truck during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today, designed specifically for new car buyers.

What is it? 

Hyundai Director of Corporate Planning Mark Dipko said that the new crossover will allow buyers all the expandable utility they need throughout their week, from work-life to social interests to outdoors adventures, without having to compromise anything.

What's new or changed?

The new design features an aggressive side-profile rake and wide stance, with a front end sporting hexagonal grille and prominent LED fog lamps.

The Santa Cruz features an environmentally-friendly 2.0-liter Turbo Diesel powertrain delivering 190 horsepower and 300 lb.-ft. of torque, while achieving fuel economy in the high 30 mpg range.

Oversized wheels, Michelin tires with a special tread design, center-locking hubs and yellow Brembo brake calipers can be found on the side of the vehicle to help drivers deal with any kind of weather condition.

The new model also offers Hyundai's HTRAC all-wheel drive system, which prevent drivers from worrying about getting stuck while snowboarding "fresh tracks" in the winter.

Can I buy it? 

The truck is just a concept for now, with production plans still unconfirmed.

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