The new Hyundai Santa Cruz has a sleek aerodynamic design and modern exterior. The hood slopes down and over the front wheels, and its shape then changes slightly to fit the front of the car. The headlights grow thicker at the center and turn upwards, creating a close look similar to most current models in Hyundai's lineup. Everything is new for the current generation of Santa Cruz. Its interior is upholstered with a fabric that's soft to the touch, and its exterior has a modern appearance. It has more horsepower than ever, with 201 horsepower in its turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It has a lower starting price and can now be a hybrid variant, equipped with an electric motor and four-wheel drive system. For safety, Hyundai offers standard side-impact airbags and front knee airbags for the driver and front passenger side positions, respectively.