# Hyundai Santa Fe specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2027
- **MPG (combined):** 21-36
- **Drive:** AWD, FWD
- **Years covered:** 2015-2027

## Quick answer

The 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe is a small SUV rated at 21-36 mpg combined. Engines: 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo.

## Every 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Santa Fe Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | FWD | Automatic | 37/36 | 36 mpg | $1,850 | 243 g/mi |
| Santa Fe Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 35/34 | 35 mpg | $1,900 | 257 g/mi |
| Santa Fe FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | Automatic | 20/29 | 24 mpg | $2,800 | 374 g/mi |
| Santa Fe AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | Automatic | 20/28 | 23 mpg | $2,900 | 391 g/mi |
| Santa Fe AWD XRT | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | Automatic | 19/25 | 21 mpg | $3,200 | 421 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Hyundai Santa Fe specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2027 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-36 |
| 2026 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-36 |
| 2025 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 22-36 |
| 2024 | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 22-36 |
| 2023 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 24-34 |
| 2022 | 2.5L 4-cyl; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 24-34 |
| 2021 | 2.5L 4-cyl; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 24-34 |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 22-25 |
| 2019 | 3.3L V6; 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 19-25 |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.4L 4-cyl; 3.3L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 19-24 |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.3L V6; 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 19-24 |
| 2016 | 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.3L V6 | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 19-23 |
| 2015 | 3.3L V6; 2.4L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 19-23 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the Santa Fe changed over the years?

- **2026:** combined mpg went from 22-36 to 21-36.
- **2024:** dropped 2.5L 4-cyl and 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid.
- **2022:** added 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid.
- **2021:** added 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo and 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; dropped 2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 2.4L 4-cyl.
- **2020:** dropped 3.3L V6.
- **2019:** combined mpg went from 19-24 to 19-25.
- **2017:** combined mpg went from 19-23 to 19-24.

## What does it cost to run a Santa Fe?

The EPA puts the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe's fuel cost at **$1,850-$3,200 a year**, against about $2,229 for other current small SUVs: roughly 13% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $12,625 in fuel.

## Santa Fe vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Toyota RAV4](/vehicles/toyota-rav4) | Hybrid | 38-43 mpg | $1,550-$1,750 |
| [Kia Sportage](/vehicles/kia-sportage) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 24-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,800 |
| [Toyota Corolla Cross](/vehicles/toyota-corolla-cross) | Gas, Hybrid | 30-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,250 |
| [Ford Escape](/vehicles/ford-escape) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,600 |
| [Honda CR-V](/vehicles/honda-cr-v) | Gas, Hybrid, Hydrogen | 29-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,300 |
| [Lexus NX](/vehicles/lexus-nx) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-40 mpg | $2,050-$3,400 |
| [Mazda CX-50](/vehicles/mazda-cx-50) | Gas, Hybrid | 25-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,700 |
| [Kia Sorento](/vehicles/kia-sorento) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 23-37 mpg | $1,800-$2,900 |

Other current small SUVs from other makes, most efficient first.

## Hyundai Santa Fe problems owners report most

| System (NHTSA category) | Complaints |
| --- | --- |
| Engine | 1828 |
| Power Train | 579 |
| Electrical System | 384 |
| Service Brakes | 347 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 239 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 181 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 159 |
| Hydraulic | 157 |

From 3,779 complaints filed with NHTSA for 2015-2026 models. Most-complained-about model year: **2017**.

## Guides for common Hyundai Santa Fe problems

- **Engine** (1,828 complaints): [Why is my car idling rough](/symptoms/rough-idle) - [Why is my engine knocking](/symptoms/engine-knocking-noise) - [Why is my car leaking oil](/symptoms/car-leaking-oil) - [engine replacement cost](/cost/engine-replacement) - [timing chain replacement cost](/cost/timing-chain-replacement) - [valve cover gasket replacement cost](/cost/valve-cover-gasket-replacement)
- **Transmission and drivetrain** (579 complaints): [Why is my transmission slipping](/symptoms/transmission-slipping) - [Why won't my car go into gear](/symptoms/car-wont-go-into-gear) - [Why does my car jerk when I accelerate](/symptoms/car-jerks-when-accelerating) - [transmission replacement cost](/cost/transmission-replacement) - [transmission fluid change cost](/cost/transmission-fluid-change) - [clutch replacement cost](/cost/clutch-replacement)
- **Electrical** (384 complaints): [Why does my car battery keep dying](/symptoms/car-battery-keeps-dying) - [Why are my headlights flickering](/symptoms/headlights-flickering) - [Why won't my car start](/symptoms/car-wont-start) - [alternator replacement cost](/cost/alternator-replacement) - [car battery replacement cost](/cost/car-battery-replacement) - [starter replacement cost](/cost/starter-replacement)
- **Brake** (347 complaints): [Why are my brakes squeaking](/symptoms/squeaky-brakes) - [Why do my brakes make a grinding noise](/symptoms/brake-grinding-noise) - [Why does my brake pedal go to the floor](/symptoms/brake-pedal-goes-to-floor) - [brake pad replacement cost](/cost/brake-pad-replacement) - [brake rotor replacement cost](/cost/brake-rotor-replacement) - [brake caliper replacement cost](/cost/brake-caliper-replacement)
- **Fuel and propulsion** (239 complaints): [Why does my car stall while driving](/symptoms/car-stalls-while-driving) - [Why does my car lose power when accelerating](/symptoms/car-loses-power-when-accelerating) - [Why does my car hesitate when I accelerate](/symptoms/car-hesitates-when-accelerating)

## Hyundai Santa Fe warning lights

- [Santa Fe: Check engine light](/warning-lights/check-engine/hyundai-santa-fe): 602 complaints
- [Santa Fe: Oil pressure warning light](/warning-lights/oil-pressure/hyundai-santa-fe): 175 complaints
- [Santa Fe: Traction control light](/warning-lights/traction-control/hyundai-santa-fe): 51 complaints
- [Santa Fe: ABS warning light](/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-santa-fe): 45 complaints
- [Santa Fe: Airbag (SRS) warning light](/warning-lights/airbag/hyundai-santa-fe): 45 complaints
- [Santa Fe: Brake warning light](/warning-lights/brake/hyundai-santa-fe): 43 complaints
- [Santa Fe: Coolant temperature warning light](/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/hyundai-santa-fe): 43 complaints
- [Santa Fe: Power steering warning light](/warning-lights/power-steering/hyundai-santa-fe): 35 complaints
- [Santa Fe: Battery (charging system) warning light](/warning-lights/battery/hyundai-santa-fe): 17 complaints
- [Santa Fe: Tire pressure (TPMS) light](/warning-lights/tire-pressure/hyundai-santa-fe): 12 complaints

## Hyundai Santa Fe recalls (33)

| Campaign | Model years | Component | Reported |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [26V218000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V218000) | 2024-2026 | Seat Belts: Front | 2026-04-07 |
| [26V047000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V047000) | 2026 | Electrical System:  Instrument Cluster/Panel | 2026-01-27 |
| [25V809000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V809000) | 2025-2026 | Air Bags: Side/Window | 2025-11-21 |
| [25V808000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V808000) | 2024-2025 | Back Over Prevention: Display Function | 2025-11-21 |
| [25V659000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V659000) | 2024-2025 | Electrical System: Starter Assembly | 2025-10-03 |
| [25V549000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V549000) | 2025-2026 | Engine And Engine Cooling: Critical Fasteners | 2025-08-26 |
| [24V879000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V879000) | 2021-2022 | Back Over Prevention:  Sensing System | 2024-11-21 |
| [24V843000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V843000) | 2024 | Electrical System: Wiring | 2024-11-07 |
| [24V561000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V561000) | 2024 | Air Bags | 2024-07-26 |
| [24V529000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V529000) | 2024 | Power Train: Automatic Transmission | 2024-07-12 |
| [24V246000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V246000) | 2024 | Back Over Prevention: Software | 2024-04-02 |
| [23V651000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V651000) | 2015 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2023-09-22 |
| [23V181000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V181000) | 2019-2023 | Trailer Hitches | 2023-03-17 |
| [22V810000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V810000) | 2018 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2022-10-27 |
| [22V746000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V746000) | 2021-2022 | Power Train: Automatic Transmission | 2022-10-06 |
| [22V197000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V197000) | 2022 | Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine | 2022-03-28 |
| [22V056000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V056000) | 2016-2019 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2022-02-03 |
| [21V00M000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V00M000) | 2020-2021 | Visibility: Windshield | 2021-12-28 |
| [21V524000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V524000) | 2021-2022 | Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery | 2021-07-09 |
| [21V308000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V308000) | 2021 | Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery | 2021-05-03 |
| [21V303000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V303000) | 2015 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2021-04-28 |
| [21V185000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V185000) | 2021 | Air Bags:  Air Bag/Restraint Control Module | 2021-03-17 |
| [20V520000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V520000) | 2015 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2020-08-27 |
| [18V715000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V715000) | 2019 | Air Bags: Side/Window | 2018-10-11 |
| [18V118000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V118000) | 2018 | Steering:  Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 2018-02-17 |

Showing the 25 most recent of 33. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer. Check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). Data as of 2026-11-04.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe get?

The 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe is EPA-rated at 21-36 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe have?

The 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe comes with: 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl turbo. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with AWD and FWD.

### Is there a hybrid Hyundai Santa Fe?

Yes. The Hyundai Santa Fe has been offered as a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which.

### Which Hyundai Santa Fe year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe has the highest combined rating, up to 36 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe for a year?

About $1,850-$3,200 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe?

The most efficient 2027 version, the Santa Fe Hybrid FWD, is rated 37 mpg city and 36 mpg highway (36 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 243-421 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Does the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe is offered with AWD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Hyundai Santa Fe cheap to run compared with other small SUVs?

No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $1,850-$3,200 compares with about $2,229 for other current small SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

### How many recalls does the Hyundai Santa Fe have?

NHTSA lists 33 recalls for 2015-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe models as of 2026-11-04, the latest reported 2026-04-07 (26V218000). Recall work is free; enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to your car.

### What is the most common problem with the Hyundai Santa Fe?

In NHTSA owner complaints the most-reported category is engine, followed by power train. The 2017 model year has the most complaints (1328), partly because complaint counts follow sales volume.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)
- [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis)

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