2022 HYUNDAI SANTA CRUZ SEL PREMIUM: INTERIOR & EXTERIOR LIGHTING OVERVIEW AT NIGHT

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This video provides a detailed examination of the interior and exterior lighting of the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz SEL Premium trim at night. The reviewer highlights the functionality of the daytime running lights, noting they dim when headlights are activated. Exterior lighting, including turn signals and taillights, is assessed for brightness and integration. The quad-projector headlights (two for low beams, two for high beams) are praised for their effective illumination pattern and range, with a well-defined cutoff and an automatic high beam system that performs commendably. Interior lighting is a mixed bag: the cargo bed lights receive high marks for their coverage, but the reviewer points out a lack of illumination in key areas such as the glove compartment, center console, and floorboards. The absence of backlighting on the interior light switch itself is also noted as a surprising oversight. While the backlit buttons and screens are appreciated, the overall interior lighting is considered somewhat basic for this trim level, suggesting higher trims might offer more.