Hyundai Santa Fe — All Years
We have Hyundai Santa Fe specifications on file for 17 model years, 2010–2026, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 7 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 23 to 31 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 7 of the 10 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 25–43 | 232 | 5★ | 0 | 51 |
| 2025 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 26–43 | 234 | 4★ | 5 | 228 |
| 2024 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 26–43 | 234 | 4★ | 7 | 186 |
| 2023 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 29–40 | 214 | 5★ | 1 | 287 |
| 2022 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 29–40 | 214 | 5★ | 8 | 263 |
| 2021 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo / 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 29–38 | 214 | 5★ | 8 | 186 |
| 2020 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.4L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 26–30 | 225 | 5★ | 2 | 213 |
| 2019 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.3L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 24–30 | 225 | 5★ | 3 | 226 |
| 2018 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.3L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 24–29 | 235 | 5★ | 5 | 430 |
| 2017 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.3L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 24–29 | 235 | — | 7 | 1320 |
| 2016 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.3L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–28 | 240 | — | 3 | 305 |
| 2015 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.3L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 24–28 | 240 | — | 4 | 337 |
| 2014 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.3L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–28 | 240 | — | 7 | 657 |
| 2013 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.3L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 24–29 | 233 | — | 7 | 804 |
| 2012 | 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.5L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 25–28 | 240 | 3★ | 1 | 353 |
| 2011 | 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.5L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 25–28 | 240 | — | 3 | 181 |
| 2010 | 2.4L 4-cyl / 3.5L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 26–28 | 240 | — | 3 | 259 |
Best and Worst Hyundai Santa Fe Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 13 Hyundai Santa Fe model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 305 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 2.4L 4-cyl — 2010–2020
- 3.5L 6-cyl — 2010–2012
- 2L 4-cyl turbo — 2013–2020
- 3.3L 6-cyl — 2013–2019
- 1.6L 4-cyl turbo — 2021–2026
- 2.5L 4-cyl — 2021–2023
- 2.5L 4-cyl turbo — 2021–2026
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Hyundai Santa Fe covered on this site?
We have data for 17 model years of the Hyundai Santa Fe, from 2010 to 2026.
What engines does the Hyundai Santa Fe come with?
EPA data lists: 2.4L 4-cyl (2010–2020); 3.5L 6-cyl (2010–2012); 2L 4-cyl turbo (2013–2020); 3.3L 6-cyl (2013–2019); 1.6L 4-cyl turbo (2021–2026); 2.5L 4-cyl (2021–2023).
Which Hyundai Santa Fe year has the best fuel economy?
The 2023 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 31 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Hyundai Santa Fe have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
Yes — the 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.
Which Hyundai Santa Fe model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2021 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (8), and the 2017 has the most owner complaints (1,320). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Hyundai Santa Fe?
The Hyundai Santa Fe is classed as an SUV on this site.
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